Hi,

I just received a new oil separator cover (P/N 11831AA210) to replace my older plastic version, and I have a question about the bolts. The oil separator cover is now sold as a kit with all six bolts, which doesn't seem unusual. What I don't understand is why it comes with five of one type of bolt (P/N 800406140) and one of a different type (P/N 800406150), which is pre-treated with red Loctite. There is an arrow pointing to one of the holes on the separator cover, which I assume must indicate the location of this unique bolt. I had planned on applying blue Loctite to all the bolts, but I'm now puzzled. If Subaru thought Loctite should be used, wouldn't they have pre-treated ALL the bolts for the oil separator cover, and why the one special bolt?

Thanks for any info you might have on this,

Andrew

that bolt may seal up against a oil galley or a water galley, hence why its a differnt part number. That red isnt thread lock, but thread sealant.

 

nipper

that bolt may seal up against a oil galley or a water galley, hence why its a differnt part number. That red isnt thread lock, but thread sealant.

 

nipper

 

That makes plenty of sense. Thanks.