Murano AWD V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2003)
Crankshaft Main Bearing Seal: Service and Repair
Removal and Installation of Rear Oil Seal
REMOVAL
1. Remove engine assembly from vehicle, and separate front suspension member, transaxle and transfer (AWD models) assembly from engine.
2. Install engine slingers.
3. install engine sub-attachment to right side of cylinder block, then lift engine, and mount it onto the engine stand.
4. Remove drive plate.
5. Remove under oil pan.
6. Use a seal cutter (special service tool) to cut away liquid gasket and remove rear oil seal retainer.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage mounting surface.
NOTE: Rear oil seal and retainer form a single part and are handled as an assembly.
INSTALLATION
1. Remove old liquid casket on mating surface of cylinder block and oil Dan using scraper.
2. Apply liquid gasket to rear oil seal retainer using tube presser (special service tool) as shown in the figure.
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Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent.
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Assembly should be done within 5 minutes after coating.
3. Install rear oil seal retainer to cylinder block.
4. Perform steps in the reverse order of removal for the following operations.