Maxima SE V6-3.0L (VQ30DE) (1998)
19. Loosen crankshaft pulley bolt. (At this time remove oil pan rear cover plate and set a suitable tool to ring gear so that crankshaft cannot rotate.)
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Be careful not to damage the signal plate teeth.
20. Remove crankshaft pulley with a suitable puller.
21. Remove air compressor and bracket.
22. Remove front exhaust tube and its support.
23. Hang engine at right and left side engine slingers with a suitable hoist.
24. Remove right side engine mounting, mounting bracket and nuts.
25. Remove center member assembly.
26. Remove upper and lower oil pans.
27. Remove water pump cover.