Titan 2WD V8-5.6L (VK56) (2004)
Fluid Pan: Service and Repair
REMOVAL
1. Drain A/T fluid, refer to "Changing A/T Fluid".
2. Remove oil pan and gasket.
NOTE: If the fluid is very dark, smells burned or contains foreign particles, the friction material (clutches, band) may need replacement
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: If friction material is detected, flush the transmission cooler after repair, refer to "A/T FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE".
1. Install the oil pan magnet.
2. Install the oil pan and gasket.
CAUTION:
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Be sure the oil pan drain plug is located to the rear of the transmission assembly.
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Before installing oil pan bolts, remove any traces of old sealant from the sealing surfaces and threaded holes.
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Do not reuse old gasket, replace with a new one.
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Always replace the oil pan bolts as they are self-sealing.
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Partially install the oil pan bolts in a crisscross pattern to prevent dislocation of the gasket.
3. Tighten oil pan bolts as shown.
Oil pan bolts: 7.9 Nm (0.81 kgf-cm, 70 inch lbs.)
4. Install drain plug in oil pan.