Removal Of Liquid Gasket

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

After removing the bolts and nuts, separate the mating surface and remove the old liquid gasket using Tool.
Tool number: KV10111100 (J-37228)

CAUTION: Do not damage the mating surfaces.
Tap the seal cutter to insert it (1).
In areas where the Tool is difficult to use, lightly tap to slide it (2).

Fig 1: Removing Liquid Gasket Of Mating Surface Using Sliding Cutter

Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.