How to Replace an RV Toilet Seal

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Purchase a new RV toilet seal

   There is normally a valve at the rear of the toilet that you can turn with a wrench. ,, You may want to put on a face mask for added protection. , While not strictly necessary to remove the holding tank, it will make the job far more pleasant to do and remove the fear of reclaiming a lost tool from the tank. , There are usually only 2 bolts, but some of the larger RV toilets have 3 bolts. ,, It may be made or rubber or wax.
   
   It should lift out easily but if it won't, carefully work on it with a flat-head screwdriver to loosen it so it can be removed and discarded. ,, Allow to dry before proceeding. , Carefully tighten the bolts. ,,
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   Step 2: making sure to get one for your RV make and model.

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   Step 3: Park the RV on a level surface.

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   Step 4: Turn off the water pump and disconnect any lines to outside water sources.

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   Step 5: Turn off the water supply to the toilet.

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   Step 6: Flush the toilet to remove as much water as possible from the bowl and dry it out with a rag.

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   Step 7: Put on rubber gloves to protect your hands from waste debris.

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   Step 8: Remove the waste water holding tank under the RV following the instructions in your RV owner's manual.

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   Step 9: Locate the bolts holding the toilet to the floor and remove them.

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    Step 10: Lift the toilet up and set it aside.

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    Step 11: Remove the old seal.

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    Step 12: Scrub out the flange that holds the seal and all of the area around it that you can reach.

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    Step 13: Place the new RV toilet seal in the flange

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    Step 14: using plumber's sealant to help seat.

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    Step 15: Set the bolts back in their holes

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    Step 16: and lower the toilet onto the new seal.

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    Step 17: Connect the outside water lines and turn on the water pump.

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    Step 18: Open the water valve to the toilet and flush to check for problems.

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