Vanagon F4-1915cc 1.9L (Water Cooled) (1983)
Cylinder Head Gasket: Technical Service Bulletins
Cylinder Head - New Sealing Compound Being Used
Applies To
VANAGON
Waterboxer
Group
15
Subject:
Cylinder head sealing compound
Part Identifier
Key Points
New cylinder head sealing compound being used
A
Number
83-02
July 12, 1983
Early production engines have a yellow paint-like substance on the cylinder head sealing surface. Later production engines will use a different sealing
compound applied to the water jacket gasket. The new sealing compound can be used on cylinder heads with the paint-like substance.
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If the paint-like substance on the cylinder head to be installed is damaged, sand damaged area smooth with 400 grit sandpaper.
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Clean cylinder head sealing surface with solvent to remove dirt and grease.
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Install new water jacket gasket on crankcase.
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Apply 1 to 2 mm bead of sealing compound D 000 400 in the center of the new water jacket gasket (see picture).
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DO NOT USE TOO MUCH SEALANT. Excessive sealant could plug cylinder head coolant passages...
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Cylinder head must be installed within 45 min. of the sealant application.
Note
To prevent possible corrosion through electrolysis, a new coolant (G-11 in place of G-10), should be used. Both coolant and sealant should be
available shortly.
CAUTION Part numbers are listed for reference only. Always consult with the Parts Dept. for latest information.