Engine Overhaul Manual v8 4.0 4.6
ENGINE
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OVERHAUL
9. Fit sump drain plug and tighten to 45 Nm (33
lbf.ft).
10. Fit dipstick.
Later engines fitted with cast alloy sump
1. Remove all traces of gasket and sealant from
the sump and cylinder block using a plastic
scraper. Ensure bolt holes in cylinder block are
clean and dry.
2. Apply a 5 mm (0.2 in) wide bead of sealant,
Part number STC 50550 across the cylinder
block to front cover joint and cylinder block to
rear main bearing cap joints. Apply a globule of
the sealant to the ends of the cruciform seals.
3. Position a new gasket, fitted dry, to the sump
ensure that the locating tags are correctly
positioned.
4. Fit sump taking care not to damage sealant
beads.
