Sealants, 11a-1-7, 6a1 engine (e - w) – Mitsubishi Motors 6A1 User Manual
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6A1 ENGINE (E - W) -
Specifications
11A-1-7
NEW TIGHTENING METHOD - BY USE OF BOLTS TO BE TIGHTENED IN
PLASTIC AREA
A new type of bolts, to be tightened in plastic area, is currently used in some parts of the engine. The
tightening method for the bolts is different from the conventional one. Be sure to observe the method
described in the text when tightening the bolts.
Service limits are provided for the bolts. Make sure that the service limits described in the text are strictly
observed.
D Areas where the bolts are in use:
(1) Cylinder head bolts
(2) Main bearing cap bolts
(3) Connecting rod cap bolts
D Tightening Method
After tightening the bolts to the specified torque, tighten them another 90° to 100°, or 240° (twice
120°). The tightening method varies on different areas. Observe the tightening method described
in the text.
SEALANTS
Item
Specified sealant
Quantity
Water pump*
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
As required
Water outlet fitting*
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
As required
Engine coolant temperature sensor
3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalent
As required
Engine coolant temperature gauge unit
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
As required
Camshaft bearing
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
As required
Cam cap
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
As required
Oil control valve
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
As required
Camshaft holder*
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
As required
Rocker cover
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
As required
Oil pump case*
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
As required
Oil pan*
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
As required
Oil pressure switch
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
As required
Oil seal case*
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
As required
Drive plate bolt
3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalent
As required
Flywheel bolt
3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalent
As required
*: parts sealed by foam-in-place gasket (FIPG)
PWEE9622
E
Feb. 1997
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation