1997 Toyota Rav4 M This Forum Because Want Right Advice Bought Oil Pump

1997 TOYOTA RAV4
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i'm in this forum because i want to right advice. i bought an oil pump ( with all the seals installed on a housing). The paper gasket of the housing-to-block that came with the part, in the same cardboard box, was kinked at one of the bolt holes. I asked an auto-parts personnel about it: he said, because the gasket wasn't torn, it would be fine to install.
Because it is a lot of work to get to the oil pump, i want peace of mind when i install the new part,
Will the kink on the paper gasket affect the service life of the new part.
Thank you.
Jan 11, 2013 at 4:23 AM
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It will be fine, a small amount of liquid sealant will also help.
Jan 11, 2013 at 10:01 AM
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