Cleaning Procedure
- Clean the engine front cover with solvent without the solvent contacting the crankshaft front oil seal.
- Except for the water pump, clean the other engine front cover components with solvent.
Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.
- Dry the engine front cover components with compressed air.
Inspection Procedure
- Inspect the exterior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
| • | The water bypass hose connection (1) for damage |
| • | The engine front cover for damaged threads (2) |
| • | The thermostat gasket sealing surface (3) for damage |
| • | Damage to the coolant passages (4) |
| • | The water pump gasket sealing surface (5) for damage |
| • | The fitting threads (6) for damage |
| • | Damage to the engine front cover mounting bosses (7) |
| • | The crankshaft front oil seal (8) for damage |
- Inspect the interior of the engine front cover for the following conditions:
| • | Gouges or damage to the engine front cover sealing surface (1) |
| • | Damage to the coolant passages (2) |
- Repair or replace the engine front cover and/or components as necessary.
