Altima V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
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Measure free length and outer diameter of each valve spring. Also check for damage or deformation.
Inspection standard: Refer to Specifications.
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Replace valve springs if deformed or fatigued.
Control Valves
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Check sliding surfaces of valves, sleeves and plugs.
ASSEMBLY
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Lay control valve body down when installing valves. Do not stand the control valve body upright.
1. Lubricate the control valve body and all valves with ATF. Install control valves by sliding them carefully into their bores.
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Be careful not to scratch or damage valve body.
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Wrap a small screwdriver with vinyl tape and use it to insert the valves into their proper positions.
1-2 Accumulator Valve
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Install 1-2 accumulator valve. Align 1-2 accumulator retainer plate from opposite side of control valve body.
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Install return spring, 1-2 accumulator piston and plug.