Removal Work

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Infiniti M45 and 2003 Infiniti M45. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove transmission assembly. Refer to TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY .
Install engine slingers into front of left bank cylinder head and rear of right bank cylinder head.
Slinger bolts: 30.4 - 36.3 N.m (3.1 - 3.7 Kg-m, 23 - 26 ft-lb)

Fig 1: Installing Front & Rear Engine Slinger
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Lift with hoist and secure engine in position.
Remove engine mounting nuts on bottom surface.
Carefully lift up engine assembly, avoiding interference with vehicle body, move it away and upward.
With engine assembly lifted up, remove rear end of exhaust manifold to avoid contact with vehicle. Refer to EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THREE WAY CATALYST .
Remove engine assembly from vehicle.

Fig 2: Removing Engine Assembly From Vehicle
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
CAUTION:
- Before and during this lifting, always check if any harnesses are left connected.
- Avoid damage from oil/grease smearing or spilling onto engine mounting insulator.