RL V6-3474cc 3.5L (1998)
7. Tighten the 9 x 1 25 mm cap bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 39 Nm (4.0 kgs.cm, 29 ft. lbs.) Apply engine oil to the bolt threads.
8. Tighten the 11 x 1.5 mm cap bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 76 Nm (7.8 kgs.cm, 56 ft. lbs.) Apply engine oil to the bolt threads.
9. Tighten the 10 x 1.25 mm cap side bolts to the specified torque.
Torque: 49 Nm (5.0 kgs.cm, 36 ft. lbs.)
CAUTION: Whenever any crankshaft bearing or connecting rod bearing is replaced, it is necessary after reassembly to run the engine at idling
speed until it reaches normal operating temperature, then continue to run it for approximately 15 minutes.
10. Apply liquid gasket to the cylinder block mating surface of the rear cover, then install the cover on the cylinder block.
NOTE:
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Use liquid gasket, Part No. 08718 - 0001 or 08718 - 0003.
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Check that the mating surfaces are clean and dry before applying liquid gasket.
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Apply liquid gasket evenly, being careful to cover all the mating surface.
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To prevent oil leakage, apply liquid gasket to the inner threads of the bolt holes.
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Do not apply liquid gasket to O-ring grooves.
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Do not install the parts if five minutes or more have elapsed since applying liquid gasket. Instead reapply liquid gasket after removing old
residue.
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After assembly, wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
NOTE:
