SYS.OK|MANUAL.DB● LIVE
HOMESERVICE MANUALSNISSAN-DATSUN2003FRONTIER BASE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALENGINE MECHANICAL (KA24DE)OIL PANREMOVAL
2003 Nissan-Datsun Frontier Base, Standard

Oil Pan: Removal

2003 Nissan-Datsun Frontier Base, StandardSECTION Removal
  1. Remove the engine under cover.
  2. Drain the engine oil. Refer to , "Changing Engine Oil".
  3. Remove the front suspension member. Refer to , "Front Suspension Parts".
  4. Remove the oil pan bolts in the numerical order as shown.
    Fig 1: Identifying Oil Pan Bolt Removal Order
    G02102231Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Remove the oil pan using Tool as shown.
    1. Insert Tool between the cylinder block and oil pan, and separate the oil pan from the engine block by tapping (1) with a plastic hammer as shown.
      • Be careful not to damage the aluminum mating surface.
      • Do not insert a screwdriver, which may damage the oil pan flange.
    2. Slide the Tool by tapping on the side (2) of the Tool with a plastic hammer as shown.
    Fig 2: Removing Oil Pan Using Tool
    G02102232Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Pull the oil pan nut from the front side.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

Recommended Tools & Savings

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

Pair factory procedures with proven DIY tools so the instructions are easier to execute.

Affiliate disclosure: We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Shop Manual-Ready ToolsFree Quote CheckQuote Shield Pro

When to See a Mechanic

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.