4M41 ENGINE - Specifications 11B-1-8 SEALANT *: FIPG to be applied FORM-IN-PLACE GASKET The engine has several areas where the form-in-place gasket (FIPG) is in use. To ensure that the gasket fully serves its purpose, it is necessary to observe some precautions when applying the gasket. Bead size, continuity and location are of paramount importance. Too thin a bead could cause leaks. Too thick a bead, on the other hand, could be squeezed out of location, causing blocking or narrowing of the fluid feed line. To eliminate the possibility of leaks from a joint, therefore, it is absolutely necessary to apply the gasket evenly without a break, while observing the correct bead size.
Since the FIPG used in the engine hardens as it reacts with the moisture in the atmospheric air, it is normally used in the metallic flange areas. Disassembly The parts assembled with the FIPG can be easily disassembled without use of a special method. In some cases, however, the sealant between the joined surfaces may have to be broken by lightly striking with a mallet or similar tool. A flat gasket scraper may be lightly hammered in between the joined surfaces. In this case, however, care must be taken to prevent damage to the joined surfaces. Surface Preparation Thoroughly remove all substances deposited on the gasket application surfaces, using a gasket scraper or wire brush.
Check to ensure that the surfaces to which the FIPG is to be applied is flat. Make sure that there are no oils, greases and foreign substances deposited on the application surfaces. Do not forget to remove the old sealant remaining in the bolt holes. Form-In-Place Gasket Application Applied FIPG bead should be of the specified size and without breaks. Also be sure to encircle the bolt hole circumference with a completely continuous bead. The FIPG can be wiped away unless it is hardened. While the FIPG is still moist (in less than 15 minutes), mount the parts in position. When the parts are mounted, make sure that the gasket is applied to the required area only.
In addition, do not apply any oil or water to the sealing locations or start the engine until a sufficient amount of time (about one hour) has passed after installation is completed. The FIPG application procedure may vary on different areas. Observe the procedure described in the text when applying the FIPG. PWEE9409-D E Feb. 2000 Mitsubishi Motors Corporation Added Location Specified sealant Mating surface of front plate to cylinder head gasket 3M ATD Part No.8660 or equivalent Inner surface of sealing cap press-fitting hole THREEBOND TB1386, LOCTITE 962T or equivalent Mating surface of timing gear case to front plate* Mitsubishi Genuine Part No.
MD970389 or equivalent Upper crankcase assembly-to-lower crankcase assem- bly mounting surface* Rear oil seal case-to-upper or lower crankcase assembly mounting surface* Upper or lower crankcase assembly-to-front plate mounting surface*