Removing And Installing/Sealing Or Replacing Transmission Oil Sump (A5S 325Z)

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CAUTION: It is absolutely essential to use the approved automatic transmission fluid in this automatic transmission. Failure to comply with this requirement will result in serious damage to the automatic transmission.

Release drain plug (1). See Fig 1 . Drain automatic transmission fluid. Unscrew all bolts. Remove oil sump (2). Upon installation, tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 1: Removing Oil Sump

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Remove gasket (1). See Fig 2 . Clean sealing surface (2). Upon installation, replace seal.

Fig 2: Locating Gasket

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CAUTION: Using torque wrench, do not tighten screws diagonally but once one after the other. DO NOT tighten screws further.

Clean magnets (1) and insert in oil sump again (2). See Fig 3 . Install oil sump (2). Insert all screws until contact is made with screw head in each case. Tighten to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .

Fig 3: Locating Magnets

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