GASKET IN PLACE OF RTV ON ROCKER ARM COVER

SUBJECT: USE OF GASKET IN PLACE OF RTV ON THE 2.5L ROCKER ARM

MODELS AFFECTED: 1980-91 MODELS WITH 2.5 LITER ENGINES

THIS BULLETIN CANCELS AND DELETES DEALER SERVICE BULLETIN 89-6-17, WHICH SHOULD BE DISCARDED.

This bulletin clarifies the use of 2.5 liter engine rocker arm covers, gaskets and the use of RTV, as indicated below:

o Two styles of rocker arm covers are available, one with and one without dimples in the flange area.

o Both silicone/steel and cork/rubber gaskets are available for service applications.

o With the dimpled cover, the cork/rubber gasket, P/N 10101791 is preferred; however, RTV may be used.

o With the non-dimpled cover, the silicone/steel gasket, P/N 10124688 is preferred. However, the cork/rubber gasket may be used.

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

IMPORTANT: Do not use RTV with a non-dimpled cover. Do not use a ---------- silicone/steel gasket with a dimpled cover.

Even though the gaskets are less sensitive to surface contamination, it is recommended that the sealing surfaces be as clean as possible to assure a reliable seal.

Inspect the rocker arm cover for any bent or distorted flanges. If the flanges are damaged, replace the cover with a new like part.

For the composite cork/rubber gasket, remove the protective paper from the gasket. Place the sticky side of the gasket onto the rocker arm cover.

NOTICE: It is essential that the protective paper be removed prior to ------- gasket installation for leak prevention.

Install the rocker arm cover onto the cylinder head and torque the cover bolts to 45 in. lb. (5 N.m).

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