WATCH THIS VIDEO Before Replacing Your Nissan Oil Cooler Gasket - Xterra - Frontier - Pathfinder

WATCH THIS VIDEO Before Replacing Your Nissan Oil Cooler Gasket - Xterra - Frontier - Pathfinder
It's easier than you think, BUT I still screwed up and had to order a replacement oil cooler stud. Watch this video and save yourself a headache!
Note. I did not show the process of removing the skid plate as mine was damaged and ripped off during interstate travel.

[@the_one_and_Oni_Dabs]

I'm glad you lubed it up before you stuck it in the rear!😂

[@muzzaball]

Yeah I reckon your old man was right. That deep socket thing wasn't anything I have had happen so just shit luck. Thanks for sharing and good on you for fixing it yourself! Cheers mate.

[@DaveBuildsIt]

I guess it's not a failure if I learned from it, right? Thanks for watching.

[@stephendownes6331]

Just btw i understand that for torque wrench to accurate you have to hold it correctly holding too close to the socket will result in inaccurate torque based on on the leverage.

[@panamdragonboat]

Good video. A couple of things I'd like to offer. 1. My Xterra had this leak and I did not remove the cooler assembly. I simply re-torqued the nut to 40 ft-lbs and the leak stopped. Not sure how long this will last but I've gone about 5000 additional miles with no re-emergence of the leak. 2. CAUTION: when you go to remove or re-torque the stud nut, be absolutely sure you are square on the nut and not cocked. If the socket inside wall contacts the threads and damages them, you will need to repair or replace the stud. Use a universal socket extension if you have one, to keep the socket squarely aligned to the stud nut. This thread damage happened to me, but I was lucky enough to notice and "feel" the oil filter spin-on resisting the stud threads and backed it off immediately. I was able to use a small triangular file to repair the damaged thread area on the stud and then used the oil filter threads as a sort of die cutter to slowly thread it on until I felt resistance, and back it off a full turn, then thread it on a little more, back it off, and do this several times until the filter threaded on easily. Be patient if you are in this situation. DO NOT force the filter on to the cooler housing stud or you'll strip the threads and be in for a world of hurt. A new stud is expensive!

[@39FORTYWATER]

Keep on keeping on. Thank you. I should take your experience and add it to the parts I need to buy today (😭 22mm 6point deep socket) 😫💸

[@DaveBuildsIt]

I am glad that I may have saved you a headache. :)

[@user-oj6vl8io3f]

If everyone made DIY videos like this, we would be living in 3022

[@Codyd99749]

seems like some are upset in the comments section about the gasket sizes being wrong and maybe this can help.. when I took my car to the auto shop for a quote they told me it could be one of two sizes for the same model year. So yes, You are likely to go back to a parts store (or 10) looking for the right one in the middle of the job.

[@DaveBuildsIt]

I didn't have this issue. Both the one that I ordered from Amazon (linked in the description) and the one that I picked up from the dealer fit without issue. This is the dealer link: parts.nissanusa.com/p/Nissan__Xterra/Gasket-Oil-Cooler-Gasket-Oil-Cooling-Ring-Rubber/89437996/21304-JK20A.html

[@robertovargas1823]

Thank you , because am about to do that job also . I will make sure to be very careful. 🙏🙏🙏🙏👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻😇😇😇🇨🇱🇺🇸

[@brandonjcollins1062]

Great video with a fantastic attitude.. Thank you!

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!

[@johnreeves6854]

Im doin this today actually thanks for the great video

[@mrlakeside]

Thank you for making this video.

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Thank you for watching this video!

[@stoneyburke2412]

Good job David.

[@johnreeves6854]

I would run duct tape around thread to protect the threads

[@jesusivanbenitezortiz9553]

Propane and propane accessories

[@sileshitegengne3750]

Good person .

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@xxIONBOMBxx]

All in all. Wrap your threads in some painters tape before you put it in? Noted

[@DaveBuildsIt]

No doubt.

[@JuanSandoval-vp9tq]

I have a2009 Nissan Pathfinder i found oil on the radiator

[@jackmacdonald8598]

Nice!

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Thanks!

[@iamazizan]

Usefull to me this content.tq

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Thank you!

[@layzy24]

how many miles did your vehicle have before noticing the leak and changing the o-ring? Was it anywhere around 100K?

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Around 115k - 120k. The oil cooler stud was also loose so that probably played a bigger factor in the leak than the oil cooler gasket but you can tell in the video that the gasket definitely needed to be replaced.

[@layzy24]

@@DaveBuildsIt thanks dude. 👍🏽

[@Ivan.Nismo0018]

thanks for this video

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Thanks for watching!!

[@nils4137]

Is the process the same for 2002 Pathfinders?

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Different engines. I think it is similar but I have never laid eyes on a VQ35 before so I can't verify.

[@osmoregulatoryorgan]

but did you fix her headlight though?

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Lol, nice catch! I did and lost the video upgrading PCs. I had to replace both headlights. 7th Gen Maximas sometimes have an issue with their projector headlights.

[@josej-h1471]

Who can I make sure that the leak is coming from the cooler gasket? I have a 2007 Nissan Armada LE. I being noticing a small oil leak near the area. Thanks

[@DaveBuildsIt]

First, make sure the oil filter and oil cooler are wiped down and clean. It makes it a lot easier to track down the oil leak. However, I have read that indicates the oil cooler gasket should be replaced everything 100,000 miles as a maintenance item. I think that is a good rule of thumb.

[@josej-h1471]

@@DaveBuildsIt I being observing , usually last a week before it starts dripping in the ground due to the skip plate which probably accumulate a little .

[@willienillie6337]

How did you know it was Christmas?

[@633959]

Haha not the Pathfinder your mom drives lol

[@juanbernardo3688]

Part number the O ring

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Sorry for the late reply. This is the part that you will need IF you still need it. Victor Reinz B32573 Oil Cooler Seal - amzn.to/38IMbQL

[@watchmanexpert]

@@DaveBuildsIt Hi question my friend , i need to drain the oil to replace the ring ? What happen if I remove the filter with out drain the oil ? Thanks

[@DaveBuildsIt]

@@watchmanexpert Honest answer... probably not. Motor oil resides in the oil pan when it is not pumped throughout the engine during use. You may have to top off as an oil filter cold hold approximately 1/2 QT of motor oil. However, I would never recommend removing an oil filter without changing the oil nor would I recommend changing the oil without replacing the oil filter. Yes, it can be done. But go the extra mile and take care of your ride. You won't regret it.

[@watchmanexpert]

@@DaveBuildsIt thanks my oil is new only 2 weeks old the o ring cooler gasket started to leak and the only I need is replaced

[@DaveBuildsIt]

@@watchmanexpert I would not be surprised at all if the oil changes over time, in addition to a flattened o'ring, resulted in the leak. Going forward, I am going to torque the oil stud to specs each oil change.

[@kninja5]

Is there anything to do to protect the threads on the stud so you don't damage it Also is there a link for the oil cooler stud Vehicle 2006 Nissan Pathfinder SE V6 4.0L

[@DaveBuildsIt]

To protect the threads on the stud, make sure you are using the type of six-point deep socket linked below. This provides a better grip when have to torque it down. Otherwise, just the fundamentals. Always carefully thread your oil filter by hand until hand tight and follow torque specs thereafter. The 4.0L V6 is shared between the Nissan Pathfinder/Xterra/Frontier so the part numbers will be the same. Genuine Nissan (21313-43U00) Oil Cooler Stud amzn.to/3lWqGRX CRAFTSMAN Deep Impact Socket, Metric, 1/2-Inch Drive, 22mm amzn.to/3rRrNEF

[@kninja5]

@@DaveBuildsIt Thank you

[@Valleyoftexas-43]

Where did you buy the replacement stud?

[@DaveBuildsIt]

I ordered it from the local Nissan Dealer.

[@davebarrows9297]

The only thing a 12 point socket is good for is a 12 point fastener.

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Listed below are all of the items that you need to replace your Nissan Xterra, Frontier, or Pathfinder oil cooler gasket or to change your oil. Disclaimer: I get commissions for purchases made through the links below. Victor Reinz B32573 Oil Cooler Seal amzn.to/38IMbQL Dorman 090-049CD Oil Drain Plug Pilot Point M12-1.25 amzn.to/3tnnwZP AmazonBasics Full Synthetic Motor Oil, SN Plus, dexos1-Gen2, 5W-30, 5 Quart amzn.to/38ER7WM Lumax LX-1632 Black 15 Quart Drainmaster Drain Pan and Waste Oil Storage amzn.to/3eGuAN0 CONVELIFE Felt Fabric Absorbent Material Garage Floor Oil Spill Mat amzn.to/3bPf8fE TEKTON 5866 12-Inch Oil Filter Pliers amzn.to/38ERlNC CRC BRAKLEEN Brake Parts Cleaner amzn.to/3lhBh9N CRAFTSMAN Deep Impact Socket, Metric, 1/2-Inch Drive, 22mm amzn.to/3rRrNEF MAXPOWER 1/2-Inch Drive 15-Inch Breaker Bar Flex Handle amzn.to/3rVtGQE CASOMAN 9 Pieces Extension Bar Set, 1/4", 3/8" and 1/2" Drive Socket Extension amzn.to/3eNZpjb DONNKLIK 1/2-Inch Drive Click Torque Wrench (10~150 ft./lb, 13.6~203.5 N/m) amzn.to/3bPfHWO Neiko 03103A 1/2-Inch Drive x 10-Inch Quick Release Ratchet amzn.to/3vDfrSW LED Work Light, Coquimbo COB Rechargeable Work Lights (2 Pack, 27x4.5cm) amzn.to/3bNq6Co Cotton Homes Shop Towels Rags - Pack of 100 amzn.to/3lkGOw3

[@Flossyflo]

For some reason that part number for the oring is wrong it's to small and I been getting the run around for this part its a fucking nightmare

[@DaveBuildsIt]

parts.nissanusa.com/p/Nissan__Xterra/Gasket-Oil-Cooler-Gasket-Oil-Cooling-Ring-Rubber/89437996/21304-JK20A.html

[@gmcsuburbanspecialist2878]

What size gasket?

[@DaveBuildsIt]

Try this link. parts.nissanusa.com/p/Nissan__Xterra/Gasket-Oil-Cooler-Gasket-Oil-Cooling-Ring-Rubber/89437996/21304-JK20A.html

[@willienillie6337]

I have the real pathfinder..😂

[@Flossyflo]

This is truly a fucking nightmare I been calling all over been to 10 stores did you purposely put the wrong part up there up because the one I got is a inch smaller no one has it, and everytime I give them the correct number they say they got it get to the store its different this is definitely some bullshit a 30 min job has ruined my whole weekend

[@DaveBuildsIt]

The Amazon link is correct (Part Number: B32573). That is the o'ring that I ordered and used during the first attempted installation. I verified the link and Amazon confirms fitment to a 2011 Nissan Xterra. When I picked up the stud from the Nissan dealer, I picked up a new OEM oil filter and o'ring because I didn't want to risk reusing a possibly damaged item. Both replacement o'rings were the exact same size and fit properly. I don't remember the OEM part number but Nissan parts knew immediately what I needed as it is a common part. I hate that you're having an issue with this.

[@Flossyflo]

Thx I fixed it myself had to go to Nissan and get the part they have 2 different sizes one for 3.5 and 4.0 liter so all the autozone type places didn't have it

[@roadstar499]

@@Flossyflo well the auto parts stores always ask me for all stats on my truck before they look up parts... the motor size is extremely important... if someone does a video they should always give stats on the car they are working on imo... but i have watched many that don't...

[@briankillian8559]

Waste my fn time

[@stoneyburke2412]

Good job David.

[@juanbernardo3688]

Part number the O ring

[@DaveBuildsIt]

parts.nissanusa.com/p/Nissan__Xterra/Gasket-Oil-Cooler-Gasket-Oil-Cooling-Ring-Rubber/89437996/21304-JK20A.html