Tools and materials:
* Set of keys
* Torque wrench
*Transmission fluid leak
* Funnel
* Clean rags
Procedure:
1. Lifting the car
* Place the car on a level surface.
* Raise the car using a jack or lift.
2. Drain transmission fluid
* Locate the transmission drain plug.
* Place a container under the plug to drain the liquid.
* Unscrew the drain plug and drain the liquid.
3. Removing the transmission pan
* Unscrew the transmission pan mounting bolts.
* Carefully remove the tray.
* Clean the pan and gasket of old fluid.
4. Loosen the belt tensioner locknut
* Locate the brake band tensioner locknut.
* Loosen the lock nut, but do not remove it completely.
5. Band tightening
*Using a torque wrench, turn the tensioner bolt to tighten the belt.
* Refer to your service manual for tightening torque for your Nissan model.
* Typically the tightening torque range is 25-35 Nm.
6. Tightening the locknut
* Tighten the brake band tensioner locknut while holding the tensioner bolt from turning.
7. Installing the transmission pan
* Place a new gasket on the transmission pan.
* Install the pan and tighten the mounting bolts.
8. Refilling transmission fluid
* Add as much fluid to the transmission as was drained.
*Use a funnel to prevent spills.
* Check the fluid level using the dipstick.
9. Lowering the car
* Lower the vehicle to the ground.
10. Checking the fluid level
* Start the engine and warm it up.
* Shift gears and let the car idle.
* Check the fluid level on the dipstick and add more if necessary.
Note: Do not over-tighten the tape, otherwise it may damage the transmission. Always follow the specified tightening torques.