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Honda Fit: Engine Oil/Air Separator Installation

  1. Remove all of the old liquid gasket from the oil/air separator mating surfaces, the bolts, and the bolt holes.

  1. Clean and dry the oil/air separator mating surfaces.

  1. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0003, 08718-0004, or 08718-0009) to the engine block mating surface of the oil/air separator and to the inside edge of the threaded bolt holes. Install the component within 5 minutes   of applying the liquid gasket.

    NOTE:

    • Apply a 1.5 mm (0.059 in) diameter bread of liquid gasket 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.

  1. Install the oil/air separator (A).

    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.

  2. Install the PCV hose (B).

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