Removal And Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Infiniti QX56. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Drain A/T fluid, Refer to "CHANGING A/T FLUID ".
Remove oil pan and gasket.

Fig 1: Locating Oil Pan Bolts
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Check foreign materials in oil pan to help determine cause of malfunction. If the A/T fluid is very dark, has some burned smell, or contains foreign particles, friction material (clutches, band) may need replacement. A tacky film that will not wipe clean indicates varnish build up. Varnish can cause valves, servo, and clutches to stick and can inhibit pump pressure.
CAUTION: If friction material is detected, flush the transmission cooler after repair, refer to "A/T FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE ".
Remove magnets from oil pan.

Fig 2: Removing Oil Pan Magnets
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.