2001 NISSAN ALMERA belt

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
SECTION
AT
CONTENTS
EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - INDEX....................................5
Alphabetical & P No. Index for DTC ...........................5
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................7
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............7
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (EURO-
OBD) System of A/T and Engine - Euro-OBD - ..........7
Precautions ..................................................................7
Service Notice or Precautions .....................................9
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis ...................10
PREPARATION............................................................. 11
Special Service Tools ................................................ 11
Commercial Service Tools .........................................13
A/T FLUID......................................................................15
Checking A/T Fluid ....................................................15
Changing A/T Fluid ....................................................15
OVERALL SYSTEM......................................................16
A/T Electrical Parts Location .....................................16
Circuit Diagram ..........................................................17
Cross-sectional View - 3AX00, 3AX01, 3AX19,
3AX63 and 3AX64 models ........................................19
Cross-sectional View - 3AX10 and 3AX18
models .......................................................................20
Hydraulic Control Circuit ............................................21
Shift Mechanism ........................................................22
Control System ..........................................................31
Control Mechanism ....................................................32
Control Valve .............................................................37
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC............................................39
CONSULT-II ...............................................................39
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ..............44EURO-OBD
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM............................50
Introduction ................................................................50
EURO-OBD Function for A/T System .......................50
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of EURO-OBD ......50
EURO-OBD Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)............50
Malfunction Indicator (MI) ..........................................54
CONSULT-II ...............................................................54
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ..............63
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS -...............................................69
Introduction ................................................................69
Work Flow ..................................................................73
EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION..................74
Introduction ................................................................74
Work Flow ..................................................................78
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - BASIC INSPECTION...........80
A/T Fluid Check .........................................................80
Stall Test ....................................................................80
Line Pressure Test .....................................................84
Road Test...................................................................85
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - GENERAL
DESCRIPTION.............................................................105
Symptom Chart ........................................................105
TCM Terminals and Reference Value...................... 118
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR POWER SUPPLY........123
Wiring Diagram - AT - MAIN ....................................123
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................124
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR.A/T..................................126

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NJAT0249The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL N16 is as follows (The compo-
sition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. Spiral cable and wiring harnesses covered with yellow insulation tape either just
before the harness connectors or for the complete harness are related to the SRS.
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (EURO-
OBD) System of A/T and Engine Ð Euro-OBD
Ð
NJAT0245The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
+Be sure to turn the ignition switch ªOFFº and disconnect the negative battery terminal before any
repair or inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves, etc.
will cause the MIL to light up.
+Be sure to connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to an open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
+Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. Interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. may cause the MIL to light up due to a short circuit.
+Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to a malfunction of the EGR system or fuel injection system,
etc.
+Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction information (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
SEF289H
PrecautionsNJAT0246+Before connecting or disconnecting the TCM harness
connector, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect nega-
tive battery terminal. Failure to do so may damage the
TCM. Because battery voltage is applied to TCM even if
ignition switch is turned off.
PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
AT-7

AAT259A
14. Remove rear plate cover.
15. Remove torque converter bolts.
Rotate crankshaft to gain access to securing bolts.
16. Remove rear transaxle to engine bracket. Refer to EM-51,
ªREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONº.
17. Support engine with a jack.
18. Remove rear transaxle mount. Refer to EM-51, ªREMOVAL
AND INSTALLATIONº.
19. Remove lower bolts fixing transaxle to engine.
20. Lower transaxle while supporting it with a jack.
SAT977H
InstallationNJAT01161. Check drive plate runout.
CAUTION:
Do not allow any magnetic materials to contact the ring gear
teeth.
Maximum allowable runout:
Refer to EM-62, ªFLYWHEEL/DRIVE PLATE
RUNOUTº.
+If this runout is out of allowance, replace drive plate with ring
gear.
SAT573D
2. When connecting torque converter to transaxle, measure dis-
tance ªAº to be certain that they are correctly assembled.
Distance ªAº:
15.9 mm (0.626 in) or more
AAT266A
3. Install torque converter to drive plate.
+With converter installed, rotate crankshaft several turns to
check that transaxle rotates freely without binding.
SAT029K
4. Tighten belts fixing transaxle.
Bolt No.Tightening torque
N´m (kg-m, ft-lb)Bolt length ª!º
mm (in)
1 30 - 40 (3.1 - 4.1, 23 - 29) 50 (1.97)
2*1 16 - 20 (1.6 - 2.1, 12 - 15) 25 (0.98)
3 31 - 40 (3.1 - 4.1, 23 - 29) 30 (1.18)
4*2 30 - 40 (3.1 - 4.1, 23 - 29) 16 (0.63)
5*2 16 - 20 (1.6 - 2.1, 12 - 15) 20 (0.79)
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Removal (Cont'd)
AT-355

BRAKE SYSTEM
SECTION
BR
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................4
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............4
Precautions for Brake System .....................................4
Precautions When Working On ABS ...........................5
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis .....................5
PREPARATION...............................................................6
Commercial Service Tools ...........................................6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING.....................................................7
NVH Troubleshooting Chart.........................................7
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE..................................................8
Checking Brake Fluid Level.........................................8
Checking Brake Line ...................................................8
Changing Brake Fluid ..................................................8
Brake Burnishing Procedure........................................8
Bleeding Brake System ...............................................9
BRAKE HYDRAULIC LINE...........................................10
Hydraulic Circuit.........................................................10
Removal .....................................................................10
Inspection................................................................... 11
Installation .................................................................. 11
BRAKE PEDAL AND BRACKET..................................12
Removal and Installation ...........................................12
Inspection...................................................................12
Adjustment .................................................................12
MASTER CYLINDER (TOKICO)...................................14
Removal .....................................................................14
Disassembly...............................................................15
Inspection...................................................................15
Assembly ...................................................................15
Installation ..................................................................16
MASTER CYLINDER [BOSCH (NABCO)]...................17
Removal .....................................................................17
Disassembly...............................................................17
Inspection...................................................................18
Assembly ...................................................................18
Installation ..................................................................19BRAKE BOOSTER........................................................20
On-vehicle Service.....................................................20
OPERATING CHECK...............................................20
AIRTIGHT CHECK...................................................20
Removal .....................................................................20
Inspection...................................................................20
OUTPUT ROD LENGTH CHECK..............................20
Installation ..................................................................21
VACUUM HOSE.............................................................22
Removal and Installation ...........................................22
Inspection...................................................................22
HOSES AND CONNECTORS...................................22
CHECK VALVE........................................................22
VACUUM PUMP............................................................23
Removal .....................................................................23
Installation ..................................................................24
Inspection...................................................................24
Component ................................................................25
Disassembly...............................................................25
Assembly ...................................................................25
FRONT DISC BRAKE...................................................27
Component ................................................................27
Pad Replacement ......................................................27
Removal .....................................................................28
Disassembly...............................................................28
Inspection...................................................................28
CALIPER.................................................................28
ROTOR...................................................................29
Assembly ...................................................................30
Installation ..................................................................30
REAR DRUM BRAKE...................................................31
Components...............................................................31
Removal .....................................................................31
Inspection - Wheel Cylinder ......................................32
Wheel Cylinder Overhaul...........................................33
Inspection - Drum ......................................................33
Inspection - Lining .....................................................33
Installation ..................................................................33

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NJBR0139The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL N16 is as follows (The compo-
sition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow harness connector.
SBR686C
Precautions for Brake SystemNJBR0002+Recommended fluid is brake fluid ªDOT 4º.
+Never reuse drained brake fluid.
+Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.
+To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake
caliper and wheel cylinder, use clean brake fluid.
+Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They
will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
+Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake
tube.
+Always torque brake lines when installing.
+Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or
replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings,
or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.
Refer to ªBrake Burnishing Procedureº, ªON-VEHICLE
SERVICEº, BR-8.
WARNING:
+Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe
with a dust collector.
PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
BR-4

BODY & TRIM
SECTION
BT
CONTENTS
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................3
Service Notice..............................................................3
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............3
CLIP AND FASTENER....................................................4
Description ...................................................................4
CHASSIS AND BODY MAINTENANCE (FOR
EUROPE).........................................................................6
Checking Body Corrosion ............................................6
BODY FRONT END.........................................................7
Removal and Installation .............................................7
FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY....................................7
BODY REAR END AND OPENER................................10
Removal and Installation (Sedan) .............................10
REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY....................................10
Removal and Installation (Hatchback).......................13
REAR BUMPER ASSEMBLY....................................13
DOOR.............................................................................16
Adjustment .................................................................16
STRIKER ADJUSTMENT..........................................16
Front Door Glass .......................................................17
FRONT DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR................17
Rear Door Glass ........................................................18
REAR DOOR GLASS AND REGULATOR..................19
Front Door Lock .........................................................21
BELL CRANK ADJUSTMENT....................................21
OUTSIDE HANDLE ROD ADJUSTMENT...................21
REMOVAL...............................................................22
Rear Door Lock .........................................................23
OUTSIDE HANDLE ROD ADJUSTMENT...................23
REMOVAL...............................................................24
INSTRUMENT PANEL ASSEMBLY.............................25
Removal and Installation ...........................................25
SIDE AND FLOOR TRIM...............................................31
Removal and Installation ...........................................31
SEDAN...................................................................31
3-DOOR HATCHBACK.............................................34
5-DOOR HATCHBACK.............................................36
DOOR TRIM...................................................................39
Removal and Installation ...........................................39ROOF TRIM...................................................................43
Removal and Installation ...........................................43
TRUNK ROOM TRIM.....................................................45
Removal and Installation ...........................................45
SEDAN...................................................................45
BACK DOOR TRIM.......................................................46
Removal and Installation ...........................................46
3-DOOR AND 5-DOOR HATCHBACK.......................46
EXTERIOR.....................................................................47
Removal and Installation ...........................................47
FRONT SEAT................................................................56
Removal and Installation ...........................................56
MANUAL SEAT (SEDAN).........................................57
MANUAL SEAT (HATCHBACK)................................58
Heated Seat ...............................................................59
Active Head Restraint ................................................59
OPERATION OUTLINE............................................59
REAR SEAT...................................................................60
Removal and Installation ...........................................60
SEDAN...................................................................60
SEDAN (FOR EUROPE)...........................................61
HATCHBACK...........................................................62
SUNROOF......................................................................63
Adjustment .................................................................63
Removal .....................................................................63
Trouble Diagnoses.....................................................67
DIAGNOSTIC TABLE................................................67
WIND DEFLECTOR.................................................67
ADJUSTMENT.........................................................68
DRAIN HOSES........................................................69
WEATHERSTRIP.....................................................69
LINK AND WIRE ASSEMBLY....................................70
WINDSHIELD AND WINDOWS....................................71
Removal and Installation ...........................................71
REMOVAL...............................................................71
INSTALLATION........................................................71
WINDSHIELD..........................................................72
SIDE WINDOW........................................................73
BACK DOOR WINDOW............................................74
DOOR MIRROR.............................................................75

Service NoticeNJBT0001+When removing or installing various parts, place a cloth or padding onto the vehicle body to prevent
scratches.
+Handle trim, molding, instruments, grille, etc. carefully during removing or installing. Be careful not to oil
or damage them.
+Apply sealing compound where necessary when installing parts.
+When applying sealing compound, be careful that the sealing compound does not protrude from parts.
+When replacing any metal parts (for example body outer panel, members, etc.), be sure to take rust pre-
vention measures.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NJBT0002The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL N16 is as follows (The compo-
sition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow harness connector.
PRECAUTIONS
Service Notice
BT-3

Removal and InstallationNJBT0013SEDANNJBT0013S01CAUTION:
+Wrap the tip of flat-bladed screwdriver with a cloth when removing metal clips from garnishes.
1. Remove front and rear seats. Refer to ªFRONT SEATº and ªREAR SEATº for details, BT-56 and BT-60.
2. Remove front and rear seat belts. Refer to RS-5 and RS-11, ªFront Seat Beltº and ªRear Seat Beltº for
details.
3. Remove front and rear outer kicking plates.
4. Remove front and rear inner kicking plates.
5. Remove dash side finishers.
6. Remove front and rear body side welts.
7. Remove front pillar garnishes.
8. Remove center pillar lower garnishes.
9. Remove center pillar upper garnishes.
10. Remove rear seat back finishers.
11. Remove rear pillar finishers.
12. Remove high-mounted stop lamp. (Models without rear air spoiler)
13. Remove seat back center and side finishers. (For Europe)
14. Remove rear parcel shelf finisher.
15. Remove hoot rest.
16. Remove floor carpet.
SIDE AND FLOOR TRIM
Removal and Installation
BT-31