Can overtightening a component damage a seal?

Yes. Torque the component fasteners to the recommended specifications.

GM Genuine Parts Multi-Purpose Seal

About this product

Restore your Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, or Cadillac vehicle as close to its original condition as possible with a Genuine GM Parts Multi-Purpose Seal. This seal helps prevent leaks in various components of your vehicle. Only Genuine GM Parts are tested to meet GM Original Equipment standards and are designed specifically to fit your vehicle.

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Helps prevent leaks in various components of your vehicle
For proper installation, locate your nearest GM dealer, independent service center, or body shop
Precise fit for ease of installation

Product Specifications

ClassificationOE

24 Months/Unlimited Miles Limited Warranty for Parts (plus Labor if installed by a GM dealer)

Please visit our warranty page on Gmparts.com for full warranty details.

Good Maintenance Practices:

Before the purchase and installation of a multi-purpose seal, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.
Regularly inspect multi-purpose seals for signs of damage or wear, and replace them if signs of damage are found.
Refer to your Vehicle Owner's manual for additional vehicle maintenance practices.

Signs of wear or damage for multi-purpose seals include but are not limited to:

Leaks at component seal

Model	Body Style	Trim	Year(s)
C6500 Kodiak			2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
C7500 Kodiak			2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
C8500			2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
T6500			2004, 2005, 2006
T7500			2004, 2005, 2006
T8500			2004, 2005, 2006

About this product

Warning WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Helps prevent leaks in various components of your vehicle
For proper installation, locate your nearest GM dealer, independent service center, or body shop
Precise fit for ease of installation

Product Specifications

ClassificationOE

24 Months/Unlimited Miles Limited Warranty for Parts (plus Labor if installed by a GM dealer)

Please visit our warranty page on Gmparts.com for full warranty details.

Good Maintenance Practices:

Before the purchase and installation of a multi-purpose seal, make sure it is the correct fit for your vehicle.
Regularly inspect multi-purpose seals for signs of damage or wear, and replace them if signs of damage are found.
Refer to your Vehicle Owner's manual for additional vehicle maintenance practices.

Signs of wear or damage for multi-purpose seals include but are not limited to:

Leaks at component seal

Model	Body Style	Trim	Year(s)
C6500 Kodiak			2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
C7500 Kodiak			2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
C8500			2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
T6500			2004, 2005, 2006
T7500			2004, 2005, 2006
T8500			2004, 2005, 2006

About this product

Product details

Specifications

Product Specifications

Warranty

Maintenance

Good Maintenance Practices:

Signs of wear or damage for multi-purpose seals include but are not limited to:

Fits these vehicles

About this product

Product details

Specifications

Product Specifications

Warranty

Maintenance

Good Maintenance Practices:

Signs of wear or damage for multi-purpose seals include but are not limited to:

Fits these vehicles

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