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Oil Leakage And Oil Level

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  1. Check that oil is not leaking from transaxle.
  2. Check oil level from filler plug mounting hole as shown.
    CAUTION: Never start the engine while checking the oil level.
  3. Install the filler plug in the transaxle case using a new gasket.

    Filler plug: 10 - 19 N.m (1.0 - 2.0 kg-m, 87 - 173 in-lb) 

    CAUTION: Do not reuse gasket.
    Fig 1: Checking Oil Level From Filler Plug Mounting Hole
    G00777220Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.