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Separator Plate

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Make sure that separator plate is free of damage and not deformed and oil holes are clean.

Fig 1: Inspecting Separator Plate
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.