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I have never replaced a head gasket that did not have some sort of sealant or fiber on the outside. The head gasket I received for my daughter's 2012 Pop does not appear to have anything except sandwiched metal and some sort of hard coating on the outer surfaces. I don't want to do this job more than once. Disassembly in the tight engine bay is a nightmare with my size hands.
I don't expect the gasket to need anything but a quick question doesn't hurt.
Additionally, what is the proper torque values and are they torqued wet or dry? I found a posting somewhere of a 4 step process of 15 ft/lb, then 22 ft/lb, then 90° turn, and finally a last 90° turn. Seems a little low to me.
I purchased all new bolts as I don't like reusing old ones.
I don't expect the gasket to need anything but a quick question doesn't hurt.
Additionally, what is the proper torque values and are they torqued wet or dry? I found a posting somewhere of a 4 step process of 15 ft/lb, then 22 ft/lb, then 90° turn, and finally a last 90° turn. Seems a little low to me.
I purchased all new bolts as I don't like reusing old ones.