Explorer Patriot 430, Service Manual

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Remove residues of the old gasket or sealant before reinstallation, grind with a grindstone if the
contact surface has any damage.
The ends of rubber hoses (for fuel, vacuum, or coolant) should be pushed as far as they can go to
their connections so that there is enough room below the enlarged ends for tightening the clamps.
Connector
Rubber and plastic boots should be properly reinstalled to the original correct positions as
designed.
The tool should be pressed against two (inner and outer) bearing races when removing a ball
bearing. Damage may result if the tool is pressed against only one race (either inner race or outer
race). In this case, the bearing should be replaced. To avoid damaging the bearing, use equal force
on both races.
(Both of these examples can result in bearing damage)