Nissan 31726-41X00 Oil Filter Assembly

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At the specified time intervals, the transaxle fluid should be drained and replaced. Since the fluid will remain hot long after driving, perform this procedure only after everything has cooled down completely. Before beginning work, purchase the specified transaxle fluid and a new filter. Other tools necessary for this job include jackstands to support the vehicle in a raised position, a drain pan capable of holding several quarts, newspapers and clean rags. Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. With a drain pan in place, remove the drain plug, allow the fluid to drain fully, then remove the pan bolts. Note: Measure the amount of fluid drained and record it; when refilling the transaxle, start with that amount. Carefully pry the transaxle pan loose with a screwdriver and detach the pan and gasket. Carefully clean the gasket surface of the transaxle to remove all traces of the old gasket and sealant. Drain the remaining fluid from the transaxle pan, clean the pan with solvent and dry it with compressed air or a clean rag. Be careful not to lose the magnets. Remove the bolts and detach the filter. Install the new filter. Make sure the gasket surface on the transaxle pan is clean, then install the magnet and a new gasket. Put the pan in place against the transaxle and install the bolts. Working around the pan tighten each bolt a little at a time until the final torque figure. Don't overtighten the bolts! Lower the vehicle and add the same amount of new automatic transmission fluid that was measured through the filler tube. With the shift lever in Park and the parking brake set, run the engine at a fast idle, but don't race it. Move the shift lever through each gear and back to Park. Check the fluid level and add some, as necessary, to bring it to the appropriate level. Caution: Add fluid a little at a time to avoid overfilling. Check under the vehicle for leaks during the first few trips.

Jack up the front of the car and support it safely on stands. Slide a drain pan under the transmission and loosen the rear oil pan bolts first to allow most of the fluid to drain off without making a mess on the garage floor. Remove the remaining bolts and drop the pan, then take out the 11 transmission filter retaining bolts and remove the filter from the transmission. Install a new filter in the correct position and torque the transmission filter retaining bolts to 2-3 ft.lbs. Discard the old gasket, clean the pan, and reinstall it with a new gasket. Tighten the retaining bolts in a crisscross pattern starting at the center, being cautious not to exert too much force on the aluminum transmission case, and torque the bolts to 3,6,5.1 ft. lbs. Refill the transmission through the dipstick tube and check the fluid level.

Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Place the drain pan underneath the transmission pan. Remove the drain plug to allow the fluid to drain, then reinsert and tighten the plug securely. Measure the amount of fluid drained.

Some models have magnets in the transmission pan to catch metal debris. Clean the magnet thoroughly. A small amount of metal material on the magnet is normal. If there is considerable debris, consult a dealer or transmission specialist. Remove the strainer from the valve body inside the transmission. Clean the strainer with solvent and dry it with compressed air if available. If compressed air isn't available, pour clean automatic transmission fluid through it. Install a new O-ring on the strainer.

Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Place the drain pan underneath the transmission pan. Remove the drain plug to allow the fluid to drain, then reinsert and tighten the plug securely. Measure the amount of fluid drained.