Frontier 2WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (2003)
1. Before installing the oil pan, remove all traces of the liquid gasket from the mating surface using a scraper as shown.
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Also remove all traces of liquid gasket from the mating surface of the cylinder block.
2. Apply the liquid gasket to the oil pump gasket and rear oil seal retainer gasket.
3. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket to mating surface of oil pan.
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Use Genuine Silicone RTV Sealant or equivalent.
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Be sure the liquid gasket bead is 3.5 - 4.5 mm (0.138 - 0.177 inch) wide. Apply the liquid gasket to the oil pan, going around the bolt holes as
shown.