14A-8 Service Information Guide (All) Thread locking adhesive agent 1. Using the thread locking adhesive agent Caution Thoroughly remove grime, moisture, oil, and grease from the bolts, bolt holes, and screw thread portion of the nuts to which thread locking adhesive agent will be applied. Note Verify that the cleaned sections are dry. Caution After tightening, do not apply excessive torque or vibration for at least 1 hour until the thread locking adhesive agent hardens. Apply the thread locking adhesive agent to the end 1/3 of the bolt and tighten to the specified torque. Type Color Loctite 242 Blue Loctite 262 Red Loctite 271 Red