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Oil/Air Separator Installation

  1. Remove the all of the old liquid gasket from the oil/air separator mating surfaces, the bolts, and the bolt holes.
  2. Clean and dry the oil/air separator mating surfaces.
  3. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0003, or 08718-0009) to the engine block mating surface of the oil/air separator and to the inside edge of the bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket.
    NOTE:
    • Apply liquid gasket about 1.5 mm (0.06 in.) diameter bead along the broken line (A).
    • If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
    • If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
      Fig 1: Identifying Liquid Gasket Applying Area
      G05952680Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Install the oil/air separator.
    NOTE:
    • Wait at least 30 minutes before filling the engine with oil.
    • Do not run the engine for at least 3 hours after installing the oil/air separator.
      Fig 2: Oil & Air Separator With Torque Specifications
      G05952681Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Install the PCV hose (B).