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Removal and Installation: Removal

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  1. Remove the engine assembly. Refer to "REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ".
  2. Remove the primary and secondary timing chains. Refer to "REMOVAL ".
  3. Remove the rear timing chain case.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not remove the plate metal cover for the oil passage.
      Fig 1: Identifying Plate Metal Cover
      G04878331Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    • After removing the chain case, do not apply any load to the case that might bend it.
    1. Loosen and remove the rear timing chain case bolts in the order as shown.
      2. Fig 2: Identifying Loosening Sequence Of Rear Timing Chain Case Bolts
      G05865275Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    2. Cut the sealant with an appropriate tool and remove the rear timing chain case.
  4. Remove O-rings to timing chain case and cylinder block.
  5. Use a scraper to remove all of the old Silicone RTV Sealant from the front and rear timing chain case and opposite mating surfaces.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the mating surfaces.
    Fig 3: Removing Old Silicone RTV Sealant
    G04886026Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Remove all old Silicone RTV Sealant from all the bolt holes and bolts.
    CAUTION: Do not damage the threads or mating surfaces.
    Fig 4: Removing Old Silicone RTV Sealant From Bolt Holes
    G04886045Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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