Removal And Installation

ENGINE ASSEMBLY

Removal and Installation


WARNING:
- Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.
- For engines not equipped with engine slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts as described in the
NISSAN Parts Catalog.
- Do not start working until exhaust system and coolant are cool.

CAUTION:
- If items or work required are not covered by the engine main body section, follow the applicable procedures.
- Use the correct supporting points for lifting and jacking. Refer to "Garage Jack and Safety Stand" Garage Jack And Safety Stand.
- In removing the drive shafts, be careful not to damage any transaxle grease seals.
- Before separating the engine and transaxle, remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS).
- Do not damage the edge of the crankshaft position sensor (POS) or the ring gear teeth.

REMOVAL

NOTE:
When removing components such as hoses, tubes/lines, etc., cap or plug openings to prevent fluid from spilling.
1.Remove hood assembly. Refer to "HOOD ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
2.Release fuel pressure. Refer to "Inspection" Fuel System.
3.Drain engine coolant. Refer to "Changing Engine Coolant" Service and Repair.
4.Drain power steering fluid. Refer to "Draining and Refilling" Removal and Replacement.
5.Remove front wheels and tires RH and LH. Refer to "Adjustment" Adjustment.
6.Remove fender protector side covers RH and LH. Refer to "FENDER PROTECTOR : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
7.Remove the engine under cover. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
8.Remove the engine room cover. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
9.Remove air duct hose and resonator assembly and air cleaner case assembly with mass air flow sensor.
Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
10.Remove battery and battery tray. Refer to "Removal and Installation (Battery Tray)" Service and Repair.
11.Remove transmission control module. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
12.Remove cowl top. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
13.Remove strut brace using power tools. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
14.Remove IPDM E/R. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Service and Repair.
15.Remove the following parts:
- EVAP vacuum hose
- Brake booster vacuum hose
- Heater hoses (engine side)
16.Disconnect transaxle shift control cables. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
17.Remove upper and lower radiator hoses.
18.Disconnect CVT fluid cooler hoses.
19.Remove power steering reservoir, suction hose and high pressure hose.
20.Disconnect fuel hose quick connection at vehicle piping side. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
21.Remove the front exhaust tube using power tools. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
22.Discharge and recover the R134a refrigerant. Refer to "Recycle Refrigerant" Recycle Refrigerant.
23.Remove the A/C compressor using power tools. Refer to "COMPRESSOR : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.





24.Install engine slingers into front of LH cylinder head and rear of
RH cylinder head.
- (A): RH cylinder head





- (B): LH cylinder head
25.Remove rear cover plate.
26.Remove the torque converter nuts.
27.Remove nuts of stabilizer connecting rods from struts. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
28.Remove front wheel speed sensors and position aside. Refer to "Removal and Installation Front Wheel Sensor" Removal And Installation - Front Wheel Sensor.
29.Remove front brake rotors. Refer to "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
30.Remove piston rod nut. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
31.Remove front drive shaft (LH and RH). Refer to "Removal and Installation (Left Side)" Removal And Installation and FAX13, "Removal and Installation (Right Side)".
32.Remove RH drive shaft center bearing bracket.
33.Remove lower steering column pinch bolt. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
34.Remove three way catalyst (manifold) (bank 1) heat shield.
35.Disconnect front and rear engine mounting insulator vacuum hoses.
36.Remove front and rear engine mounting insulator nut.
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38.Disconnect the engine mounting insulator (LH), upper torque rod, and engine mounting insulator (RH).
39.For additional safety, secure the engine in position with suitable tool.
40.Remove suspension member bolts. Refer to "Exploded View" Exploded View.
41.Carefully lower the engine, transaxle assembly and suspension member using Tool, avoiding interference with the vehicle body.

CAUTION:
- Before and during this procedure, always check if any harnesses are left connected.
- Avoid any damage to, or any oil/grease smearing or spilling onto the engine mounting insulators.

Tool number: KV101J0010 (J-47242)

42.Remove the starter motor. Refer to "VQ35DE : Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.
43.Remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS).
44.Remove engine and transaxle harness.
45.Separate the engine and transaxle and mount the engine on a suitable engine stand.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
Tighten transmission bolts to specification. Refer to "Removal and Installation" Removal And Installation.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

- Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required quantity, fill to the specified level.
- Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
- Turn ignition switch ON (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leakage at connection points.
- Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
- Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
- Warm up engine thoroughly to make sure there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gas, or any oils/fluids including engine oil and engine coolant.
- Bleed air from passages in lines and hoses, such as in cooling system.
- After cooling down engine, again check oils/fluids including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to specified level, if necessary.
- Summary of the inspection items: