Removal (Lower)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: To avoid the danger of being scalded, do not drain engine oil when engine is hot.

Drain engine oil. Refer to "CHANGING ENGINE OIL ".
Remove oil pan (lower) as follows:
1. Loosen bolts with power tool in reverse order as shown below to remove.
  
  Fig 1: Tightening Sequence Of Lower Oil Pan Bolts
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
2. Remove oil pan (lower) using Tool.
  Tool number : KV10111100 (J-37228)
  CAUTION:
  - Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
  - Do not insert screwdriver, this will damage the mating surfaces.
  NOTE: Slide seal cutter (1) by tapping on the side (2) of the tool with hammer.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Tool
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.