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2002 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-R Spec VFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Control Valve Upper Body: Assembly: Notes

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Lay control valve body down when installing valves. Do not stand the control valve body upright.

Fig 1: Installing Control Valves
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Lubricate the control valve body and all valves with ATF. Install control valves by sliding them carefully into their bores.
- Be careful not to scratch or damage valve body.
  
  Fig 2: Installing Control Valves
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
- Wrap a small screwdriver with vinyl tape and use it to insert the valves into their proper positions.
  
  Fig 3: Inserting Valves Into Proper Positions
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.