INTRODUCTION
FASTENER INFO
RMATION
NOTICE
Most fasteners are metric. Mis-
matched or incorrect fasteners could cause
damage to the vehicle.
SELF-LOCKING FASTENER
PROCEDURE
TYPICAL — SELF-LOCKING FASTENER
The following describes common procedures
used when working with self-locking fasteners.
Use a metal brush or a tap to clean the hole prop-
erly, then use a solvent. Allow the solvent time
to act, approximately 30 minutes, then wipe off.
Solvent utilization is to ensure proper adhesion of
the product used for locking the fastener.
LOCTITE
®
APPLICATION
PROCEDURE
The following describes common procedures
used when working with Loctite products.
NOTE: Always use proper strength Loctite prod-
uct as recommended in this Shop Manual.
Threadlocker Application for
Uncovered Holes (Bolts and Nuts)
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1
2
1. Apply here
2. Do not apply
1. Clean threads (bolt and nut) with solvent.
2. Apply
LOCTITE 7649 (PRIMER)
on threads and
allow to dry.
3. Choose proper strength Loctite threadlocker.
4. Fit bolt in the hole.
5. Apply a few drops of threadlocker at proposed
tightened nut engagement area.
6. Position nut and tighten as required.
Threadlocker Application for Blind
Holes
1
2
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1. On fastener threads
2. On threads and at the bottom of hole
1. Cle
an threads (bolt and hole) with solvent.
2. Apply
LOCTITE 7649 (PRIMER)
on threads (bolt
and nut) and allow to dry for 30 seconds.
3. Choose proper strength Loctite threadlocker.
4. App
ly several drops along the threaded hole
an
d at the bottom of the hole.
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