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Exhaust manifold sealer

Exhaust manifold sealer — do you need it? Should you apply exhaust manifold sealer when replacing an exhaust manifold? If you’re installing a fiber/metal gasket, install it DRY unless otherwise stated in the gasket instructions. In that case, use the sealer recommended by the gasket makers. Otherwise, don’t use any exhaust manifold sealer. Just install it and torque to the recommended specification. What if there’s no manifold gasket? Consult the shop manual to see whether the exhaust manifold requires a sealant. If so, you’ll need a high-temp exhaust manifold sealer. … Read More