New Tightening Method - By Use Of Bolts To Be Tightened In Plastic Area; Sealant - Mitsubishi 4D68 Workshop Manual

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 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° or 180° (twice 90°). The
tightening method varies on different areas. Observe the tightening method described in the text.

SEALANT

Items
Thermostat housing
Engine coolant temperature
gauge unit
Oil pressure switch
Water outlet fitting
Oil pan
Oil seal case
Cover
Camshaft bearing cap
E Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
4D68 ENGINE (E - W) -
Specified sealant
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
3M Nut Locking Part No. 4171 or equivalent
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
Mitsubishi Genuine Part No. MD970389 or equivalent
3M ATD Part No. 8660 or equivalent
Dec. 1996
Specifications
PWEE9609
11A-1-7
Quantity
As required
As required
As required
As required
As required
As required
As required
As required