TSB-16-11-001

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Technical Service Bulletin
SUBJECT:
ROCKER COVER OIL LEAK
No:
TSB−16−11−001
DATE:
August, 2016
MODEL:
2014−16 Outlander
CIRCULATE TO:
[ ] GENERAL MANAGER
[ X ] PARTS MANAGER
[ X ] TECHNICIAN
[ X ] SERVICE ADVISOR
[ X ] SERVICE MANAGER
[ X ] WARRANTY PROCESSOR
[ ] SALES MANAGER
PURPOSE
Some vehicles may exhibit an oil leak from the rocker cover. This may be caused by an insufficient
quantity of FIPG (Formed in Place Gasket) applied during production. This TSB provides guidelines for
reinstalling the rocker cover, including proper application of FIPG, when replacing the rocker cover
gasket in the event of an oil leak.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
2014 - 2016 Outlander equipped with 4-cylinder 2.4L engines, built before the following VIN:
D
GZ033697
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1. Remove the rocker cover assembly and gasket.
Follow Service Manual instructions: Group 11 - Engine > Engine Mechanical > Rocker Cover
Assembly > Removal and Installation.
Rocker Cover
Breather Hose
3.0 ± 1.0 N⋅m then 5.5 ± 0.5 N⋅m
(27 ± 8 in−lb then 49 ± 4 in−lb)
PCV Hose
Rocker Cover Gasket
Rocker Cover
Oil Seal
= Non−reusable part
2. Completely remove the existing liquid gasket adhering to the rocker cover, timing chain case, and
cylinder head.
3. Degrease all contact areas where the gasket and liquid gasket are applied.
4. Install the new rocker cover gasket and new rocker cover oil seal onto the rocker cover.
Copyright 2016, Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc.
Continued
The information contained in this bulletin is subject to change. For the latest version of this document, go to the Mitsubishi Dealer Link,
MEDIC, or the Mitsubishi Service Information website (www.mitsubishitechinfo.com).
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NOTE: Be prepared to reinstall the rocker cover immediately after the liquid gasket is applied.
5. Apply the liquid gasket (p/n 1000A923) paying attention to the details below.
a. Apply the liquid gasket in a uniform bead with a thickness of 4 mm (0.2 inch) diameter.
NOTE: Do not use an excess amount so that the liquid gasket does not ooze out after the rocker cover
is reinstalled.
b. Apply liquid gasket at rear of engine as shown in the illustration below.
D
Apply a 4 mm thick bead at the base of the arch.
D
Apply a 4 mm diameter bead along the arch, about 3 mm from the edge, to a height of 20 mm
above the cylinder head (View D).
D
Apply a 10 mm diameter bead at the bottom of the arch as shown (View A).
Approx.
∅10 mm (0.4 in)
View A
Approx. ∅4 mm (0.2 in)
Approx. ∅4 mm (0.2 in)
B
C
Approx.
∅4 mm (0.2 in)
A
Approx.
2 mm
(0.1 in)
B
Approx.
∅10 mm
(0.4 in)
D
Section B−B
Section C−C
Approx.
4 mm
(0.2 in)
Approx. 20 mm (0.8 in)
Approx.
∅4 mm (0.2 in)
Approx.
3 mm (0.1 in)
Approx.
∅4 mm (0.2 in)
Approx.
4 mm
(0.2 in)
Approx.
3 mm (0.1 in)
∅ = diameter
View D
C
Approx.
20 mm
(0.8 in)
Approx.
∅10 mm (0.4 in)
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6. Reinstall the rocker cover.
! CAUTION
Install along the spark plug guide while being to careful not to damage the spark
plug guide oil seal.
a. Raise the exhaust side of the rocker cover, and
insert it at an angle along the spark plug guide.
! CAUTION
Ensure that the rocker cover is properly seated. If the rocker cover is seated on the
cylinder head at a slight diagonal along the spark plug guide, the sealant, which is applied at the joint
between the cylinder head and the timing chain case, will be misaligned. This may cause oil leakage.
b. Hold the rocker cover horizontally right before
seating it on the cylinder head.
c. Lower the rocker cover vertically to seat it on the
cylinder head.
NOTE: Do NOT slide the cover horizontally into position.
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7. Tighten the bolts in the order shown in the illustration.
2
D
7
3
6
8
8. Then tighten the bolts again in the same order to the
torque below.
D
5
1
4
Torque: 3.0 ± 1.0 N-m (27 ± 8 in.-lb)
Torque: 5.5 ± 0.5 N-m (49 ± 4 in.-lb)
9
9. Reinstall remaining components per Service Manual instructions.
10. Test drive and confirm there is no oil leakage at the rocker cover.
PARTS INFORMATION
Use only the Genuine Mitsubishi Parts listed below.
Part Number
Quantity
Rocker Cover Gasket
1035A698
1
Rocker Cover Oil Seal
1052B146
1
Liquid Gasket, Eng, TB1217G
1000A923
1*
Description
* One tube will service approx. 7 vehicles. Payable at $10.00/vehicle.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
This bulletin is supplied as technical information only and is not an authorization to repair. If an
affected vehicle is reported with the described condition, diagnose the condition, repair as described
in this bulletin and submit a normal warranty claim using the following information.
Nature Code: 71D
Cause Code: 530
Labor Operation No.: 11131110
Time Allowance: 0.7 hrs.
Warranty Coverage: Powertrain Coverage