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How To Replace your VQ35DE Rear Main Seal

Nifty Garage · 20:00 runtime · Jul 2026

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Transmission Removal Videos: Tackling a notorious rear main seal leak on a Nissan VQ35DE? In this step-by-step video, we show you how to properly replace the rear main seal housing on your 350Z, G35, FX35, or Altima. We break down everything you need to know, from dealing with the upper oil pan interface, to avoiding common pitfalls like rolling the seal lip and applying RTV correctly to prevent future leaks.

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