AWD: Removal and Installation: Installation

2013 Nissan-Datsun Juke SL, 4WDSECTION Installation

Note following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
  • Check fitting of dowel pin (←) when installing transaxle assembly to engine assembly.
    Fig 1: Locating Transaxle Assembly To Engine Assembly Dowel Pins
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  • When installing transaxle assembly to the engine assembly, attach the fixing bolts in accordance with the following.
    Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Assembly To Engine Assembly Bolts
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Insertion direction Transaxle to engine Engine to transaxle
Bolt No. A B
Number of bolts 2 6
Bolt length mm (in) 55 (2.17) 50 (1.97)
Tightening torque N.m (kg-m, ft-lb) 62 (6.3, 46)
  • Set and screw in the drive plate location guide (commercial service tool: 31197CA000) (A) onto the stud bolts for the torque converter locate.
    Fig 3: Identifying Torque Converter Stud Bolts
    G08706830Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  • When not using drive plate location guide, rotate torque converter so that the stud bolt (A) for mounting the drive plate location guide of torque converter aligns with the mounting position of starter motor.
    Fig 4: Identifying Drive Plate Stud Bolt
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  • Rotate crankshaft so that the hole (A) for inserting drive plate location guide of drive plate aligns with the mounting position (B) of starter motor.
    NOTE: When not using drive plate location guide, insert stud bolt of torque converter into the hole of drive plate, aligning the drive plate hole position and torque converter.
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When to See a Mechanic

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

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