Oil Pan: Installation

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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.
Fig 1: Removing Old RTV Silicone Sealant From Mating Surface Of Cylinder Block
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Apply a continuous bead of RTV Silicone Sealant to mating surface of oil pan using Tool.
- Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or equivalent. Refer to RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS .
- Apply to groove on mating surface.
- Allow 7 mm (0.28 in) clearance around bolt holes.
  
  Fig 2: Applying Sealant To Groove On Mating Surface
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Be sure RTV Silicone Sealant diameter is 3.5 to 4.5 mm (0.138 to 0.177 in).
- Installation should be done within 5 minutes after applying sealant.
Fig 3: Applying Continuous Bead Of RTV Silicone Sealant To Mating Surface Of Oil Pan Using Tool
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Install oil pan.
- Tighten oil pan nuts and bolts in the order shown.
- Wait at least 30 minutes before refilling engine oil.
Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 4: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Oil Pan Bolts
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.