VK56VD (AWD): Removal and Installation: Removal

Remove propeller shaft assembly (front). Refer to "VK56VD: EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove exhaust mounting bracket and three way catalyst (right bank). Refer to "VK56VD: EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove A/T air breather hose.
Remove propeller shaft assembly (rear). Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove control rod from A/T shift selector. Refer to "AWD: EXPLODED VIEW ".
Support A/T assembly with a transmission jack.
Insert a wooden block (A) between oil pan (upper) (1) of engine and front suspension member (2).

Fig 1: Inserting Wooden Block Between Engine Upper Oil Pan & Front Suspension Member
Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
CAUTION:
- Always insert a wooden block between oil pan (upper) of engine and front suspension member when removing air breather tube. (Because VVEL control shaft position sensor may be damaged by the interference between VVEL control shaft position sensor and dash panel if the operation is performed without the wooden block inserted.)
- After inserting wooden block, check it does not fall out easily.
Remove rear engine mounting member with a power tool. Refer to "2WD: EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove bolt fixing A/T assembly to engine with power tool.
Remove air breather tube from transfer air breather hose. Refer to "VK56VD: REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".