Pathfinder 4WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE) (2006)
Fluid Pan: Service and Repair
Oil Pan
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal
1. Drain A/T fluid.
2. Remove oil pan and gasket.
3. Check for foreign materials in oil pan to help determine cause of malfunction. If the A/T fluid is very dark, has some burned smell, or contains
foreign particles then friction material (clutches, band) may need replacement. A tacky film that will not wipe clean indicates varnish build up.
Varnish can cause valves, servo, and clutches to stick and can inhibit pump pressure.
CAUTION: If friction material is detected, flush the transmission cooler after repair.
4. Remove magnets from oil pan.
Installation
1. Install the oil pan magnets as shown.
2. Install the oil pan and new oil pan gasket.