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CRANKSHAFT/TRANSMISSION 9-13
Crankcase Splitting

• Using a high flash-point solvent, clean off any oil or dirt
  that may be on the liquid gasket coating area. Dry them
    with a clean cloth.
•   Apply liquid gasket [A] to the mating surface of the lower
    crankcase half.
    Sealant - Liquid Gasket, TB1216B: 92104-1064

                              NOTE
    ○Especially, apply a liquid gasket so that it shall be filled
     up on the grooves [B].
    ○Do not apply liquid gasket to the inside of the groove
     [C].

                            NOTICE
    Do not apply liquid gasket around the crankshaft
    main bearing inserts and oil passage holes.

• Fit the lower crankcase to the upper crankcase.
                              NOTE
    ○Make the application finish within 20 minutes when
     the liquid gasket to the mating surface of the lower
     crankcase half is applied.
    ○Moreover fit the case and tighten the bolts just after
     application of the liquid gasket.