Thermostat installation for nissan pick up 1996

Right in front. See procedure at link.
240sx Thermostat change

Here's a link to your sensor,just enlarge picture to see. Repair Guides Component Locations 3 3l vg33er V6 Engine AutoZone com Here's what the sensor look's like. http://www.autozone.com/engine-management/crankshaft-position-sensor/duralast-crankshaft-position-sensor/nissan-datsun/frontier-pickup-2wd/2003/6-cylinders-3-3l-sfi-sc/229562_726118_0

Hi Matt,here's a link to what it look's like,it's screwed into your transmission,just remove electrical connector,get a wrench and remove, http://www.autozone.com/electrical-and-lighting/back-up-light-switch/duralast-back-up-light-switch/nissan-datsun/pickup-2wd/1996/4-cylinders-s-2-4l-sfi/45124_0_0_3498

1996 Dodge Truck Caravan 2WD 3.0L MFI 6cyl

The Crankshaft Position Sensor is located:Under hood, driver side, rear engine area, mounted top rear of engine .click here and enlarge picture,it's number 9,send picture to your library and you can enlarge even more.Here's the part.Here's how to remove.

it should be found at the end of one of the radiator hoses towards the engine. If you are referring to the thermostat aircon it should be under the dashboard towards the passenger side.

Where the top radiator hose attaches to the engine, there should be 2 or 3 bolts to remove to take the hose connection off the engine. The thermostat goes in between the hose connection and the engine. If there isn't a thermostat there then I would guess that it was removed and driven without a thermostat.

Nissan Pick-ups and Pathfinder 1989-1995
Starter - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
(see Figures 1 and 2)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery, then disconnect the positive battery cable at the starter.
   

Fig. 1: Starter removal on 4WD-6-cylinder engine



Fig. 2: Starter removal on 2WD-6-cylinder engine

1. On 4wd models with the 6-cylinder engine:
   1. Remove the front gravel shield.
   2. Detach the oil pressure switch connector.
   3. Drain the engine oil and remove the oil filter.

CAUTION The EPA warns that prolonged contact with used engine oil may cause a number of skin disorders, including cancer! You should make every effort to minimize your exposure to used engine oil. Protective gloves should be worn when changing the oil. Wash your hands and any other exposed skin areas as soon as possible after exposure to used engine oil. Soap and water, or waterless hand cleaner should be used.

1. On 2wd models with the 6-cylinder engine:
   1. Remove the front right wheel.
   2. Remove the front gravel shield.
   3. Remove the exhaust manifold heat insulator.
   4. Remove the exhaust manifold.
   5. Detach the oil pressure switch connector.
   
   
2. Unfasten the remaining electrical connections at the starter solenoid.
3. Remove the two nuts holding the starter to the bell housing, then pull the starter toward the front of the vehicle and out.

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pcv valve is on the rocker cover---the black hose pushes on to it. which engine light?

Hello Wayne...the thermostat on your truck is located on the engine under the thermostat houseing. It is positioned in a fairly tight place. It can be replace with regular hand tools, ratchet extension, swivel socket and wrench. Follow the radiator hose to the thermostat houseing to locate. I suggest you replace it with a Nissan thermostat, they seem to last longer than an aftermarket, and come with a new houseing. Enclosed is a picture of the houseing you will be removing.
Make CERTAIN you install the new thermostat in the correct position...if installed backwards it will NEVER open and your engine will overheat in minutes possibly causeing severe damage.
Good luck..i hope this helps, please take time to rate me a fixya.

Find the big hose that comes out of the top of the radiator and follow it to the engine and that is where the thermostat is located. My advice is to be sure to get a factory thermostat and rubber gasket as it makes installation much easier. I have done it both ways and the factory one is easier to install.