TD42 rear seal

There is three different part number rear main seals fitted to the TD42, the early 88>@96 can be replaced without removing the retainer, from @96 > on the retainer is part of the seal and must be replaced, all can be replaced without removing the sump but must be done carefully so the sump gasket doesnt break. extra note - there is also a gasket behind the retainer that you will need if it is 96 > on type seal.
cheers

Hi Luke

I replaced mine a few months ago on my '97 model while replacing the clutch.
Although I did remove the sump as I wanted to replace the big end bearing at the same time, there is no reason that the seal cannot be replaced without removing the sump and/or the seal retainer.

Chris

$1000+ to replace seal + pull the g'box through a Nissan dealership. Apparently very common in the Patrol, some choose to just let it go. Probably a good idea to get the opinion of the Nissan patrol forum as well or a quote before going ahead with the fix. Cheers