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Removal and Installation (2WD): Removal

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CAUTION: When removing the A/T assembly from engine, first remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS) from the A/T assembly.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove the A/T fluid indicator.
  3. Remove the LH fender protector.
  4. Remove the crankshaft position sensor (POS) from the A/T assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not subject it to impact by dropping or hitting it.
    • Do not disassemble.
    • Do not allow metal filings or foreign material to get on the sensor front edge magnetic area.
    • Do not place in an area affected by magnetism.
      Fig 1: Removing Crankshaft Position Sensor (POS) From A/T Assembly
      G03607964Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Remove the undercovers using power tool.
  6. Partially drain the A/T fluid. Refer to "A/T FLUID ".
  7. Remove the front crossmember using power tool.
  8. Remove the starter motor.
  9. Remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  10. Remove the left and right front exhaust tubes. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  11. Remove the A/T selector control cable and bracket from the A/T.
  12. Disconnect the A/T fluid cooler tubes from the A/T assembly.
  13. Remove the dust cover from the converter housing.
  14. Turn the crankshaft to access and remove the four bolts for the drive plate and torque converter.
    CAUTION: When turning the crankshaft, turn it clockwise as viewed from the front of the engine.
  15. Support the A/T assembly using a transmission jack.
    CAUTION: When setting the transmission jack, be careful not to allow it to collide against the drain plug.
    Fig 2: Locating Drive Plate To Torque Converter Bolt
    G03607965Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  16. Remove the nuts securing the insulator to the crossmember.
  17. Remove the crossmember using power tool.
  18. Tilt the transmission slightly to gain clearance between the body and the transmission, then disconnect the air breather hose.
  19. Disconnect the A/T assembly harness connector.
  20. Remove the wiring harness from the retainers.
  21. Remove the A/T fluid indicator pipe.
  22. Plug any openings such as the A/T fluid indicator pipe hole.
  23. Remove the A/T assembly to engine bolts using power tool.
  24. Remove A/T assembly from the vehicle using Tool.

    Tool number: - (J-47002) 

    CAUTION:
    • Secure the torque converter to prevent it from dropping.
    • Secure the A/T assembly the transmission jack.
    NOTE: The actual special service Tool may differ from Tool shown.
    Fig 3: Securing A/T Assembly Transmission Jack
    G03607966Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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