Crankshaft/Oil Seal (Transmission End) Installation
  1. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08C70-K0234M, 08C70-K0334M, or 08C70-X0331S) to the engine block mating surface of the bearing cap bridge.
    NOTE:
    • Apply liquid gasket about 2.5 mm (0.098 in.) diameter bead along the broken line (A).
    • Do not install components if 5 minutes or more have passed after applying the liquid gasket. Instead, remove the old residue and reapply the liquid gasket.
  1. Put the bearing cap bridge on the engine block.
  1. Apply engine oil to the threads and flange of the bearing cap bolts.