2004 Sentra L4-18L Oil Pan Component Specifications
6. Remove rear plate cover (lower) (A/T models).
7. Remove oil pan.
a. Loosen and remove nuts and bolts of oil pan in order shown.
b. Insert Tool between cylinder block and oil pan.
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage aluminum mating face.
Do not insert screwdriver, or oil pan flange will be damaged.
c. Slide Tool by tapping on the side of the Tool with a hammer.
Installation
1. Use a scraper to remove old RTV Silicone Sealant from mating surface of oil pan.
Also remove old RTV Silicone Sealant from mating surface of cylinder block.
2. Apply a continuous bead of RTV Silicone Sealant to mating surface of oil pan.
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Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Apply to groove on mating surface.
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Allow 7 mm (0.28 inch) clearance around bolt holes.