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There are bolts all the way around the lower cover and access to at least the top four is blocked by the radiator. There are thirteen bolts holding the lower cover in place and most of them are different lengths. I made a cardboard plate to lay out the bolts as I removed them to ensure I could put them all back in the correct location. There is a kit of the o-rings and the cover gasket available from several vendors, be sure you get one that includes the oil seal. The water pump comes out from the front of the lower cover but it is held in place by three small bolts on the inside of the cover. When you are ready to reassemble, you may want to use some vasaline to hold the o-rings in place (they pinch easily) and ensure the neutral switch is properly aligned before locking all the bolts down. I recommed putting in a couple of bolts to hold it in place then turn on the ignition and test before completing the job.
There are bolts all the way around the lower cover and access to at least the top four is blocked by the radiator. There are thirteen bolts holding the lower cover in place and most of them are different lengths. I made a cardboard plate to lay out the bolts as I removed them to ensure I could put them all back in the correct location. There is a kit of the o-rings and the cover gasket available from several vendors, be sure you get one that includes the oil seal. The water pump comes out from the front of the lower cover but it is held in place by three small bolts on the inside of the cover. When you are ready to reassemble, you may want to use some vasaline to hold the o-rings in place (they pinch easily) and ensure the neutral switch is properly aligned before locking all the bolts down. I recommed putting in a couple of bolts to hold it in place then turn on the ignition and test before completing the job.
. Make sure that you put a little rubber safe lube on the o-rings when you go to put the assembly back together or you might more experience with R&R than you wanted.
