Tribute DX 4WD V6-3.0L DOHC (2002)
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Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches
and gouges, which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of the head gasket.
1. Clean all sealing surfaces on the engine and the oil pan with Metal Surface Cleaner.
2. Position a new gasket on the oil pan.
Note:
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The oil pan must be installed and the bolts tightened with in six minutes of sealant application.
3. Apply a 10 mm (0.40 inch) diameter dot of silicone gasket and sealer to the areas indicated.
4. Position the oil pan and hand-tighten the oil pan bolts.
5. Tighten the oil pan bolts in the sequence shown.
