Engine Unit: Setting

1. On M/T models, remove flywheel.
   • Secure flywheel using Tool and remove bolts.

     Tool number

     : KV11105210 (J-44716)

     CAUTION:

     • Do not disassemble flywheel.
     • Do not place flywheel with signal plate facing down.
     • When handling signal plate, take care not to damage or scratch it.
     • Handle signal plate in a manner that prevents it from becoming magnetized.
2. On CVT models, remove driveplate.
   • Secure driveplate using suitable Tool and remove bolts.

     Tool number

     : KV11105210 (J-44716)

     CAUTION:

     • Do not disassemble driveplate.
     • Do not place drive plate with signal plate facing down.
     • When handling signal plate, take care not to damage or scratch it.
     • Handle signal plate in a manner that prevents it from becoming magnetized.
3. Lift the engine with a hoist to install it onto a widely used engine stand.
   CAUTION:

   • Use the engine stand that has a load capacity approximately 150 kg (331 lb) or more large enough for supporting the engine weight.
   • Before removing the hanging chains, check the engine stand is stable and there is no risk of overturning.
   • If the load capacity of stand is not adequate, remove the following parts beforehand to reduce the potential risk of overturning stand.
     • Intake manifold. Refer to EXPLODED VIEW WITH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
     • Exhaust manifold. Refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
     • Rocker cover. Refer to EXPLODED VIEW WITH TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
   NOTE:

   The figure shows an example of widely used engine stand (A) that can support the mating surface of transaxle with flywheel removed.

   Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

: Engine front

Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent.  Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .