Parts for your 2014 Nissan Pathfinder-Manifold gasket

2014 Nissan Pathfinder manifold-gasket: what it does, when it fails, and how to look after it

Yes, the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder is fitted with manifold-gaskets. This applies to both the V6 (VQ35DE) and the Hybrid (QR25DER) models. Technical references include the Nissan Pathfinder (R52) Factory Service Manual—EM: Engine Mechanical (Intake Manifold) and EXH: Exhaust System—plus Nissan’s Electronic Parts Catalog (FAST) and dealer parts catalogues, all of which list intake manifold gaskets and exhaust manifold gaskets for this model. Major aftermarket catalogues (e.g., Fel‑Pro) also catalogue both intake and exhaust manifold-gaskets for the 2014 Pathfinder, confirming their use.

The manifold-gasket is a sealing hero that stops air or exhaust leaks where the manifold bolts to the engine. On the intake side, it keeps unmetered air out so the engine runs smoothly and the fuel trims stay happy. On the exhaust side, it keeps hot gases inside the manifold on their way to the catalytic converters, reducing noise, fumes, and protecting nearby components from heat.

For servicing a 2014 Pathfinder, manifold-gaskets aren’t a routine replacement item