Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2003 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-R, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
General Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Nissan Frontier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Body type | King cab | Crew cab | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine type | VQ40DE | |||||
| Transmission type | 6M/T | 5A/T | 6M/T | 5A/T | ||
| Electronic locking differential | N/A | Applicable | N/A | Applicable | Not-applicable/Applicable | |
| Final drive model | R180A | |||||
| Gear ratio | 3.538 | 3.692 | 3.133 | 3.357 | 3.692 | 3.357 |
| Number of teeth (Drive gear/Drive pinion) | 46/13 | 48/13 | 47/15 | 47/14 | 48/13 | 47/14 |
| Oil capacity (Approx.): l (US pt, Imp pt) | 0.85 (1-3/4, 1-1/2) | |||||
| Number of pinion gears | 2 | |||||
| Drive pinion adjustment spacer type | Collapsible | |||||
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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