2003 NISSAN TEANA Oil

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
AT-35
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Shift Solenoid Valve A and B
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, use of certain gears is limited. Refer to chart shown below.

: Solenoid ON
×: Solenoid OFF
–: Non-standard condition
Line Pressure Solenoid Valve
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, line pressure solenoid valve is turned OFF to achieve maxi-
mum oil pressure.
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, torque converter clutch solenoid valve is turned OFF to release
lock-up.
Overrun Clutch Solenoid Valve
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, overrun clutch solenoid valve is turned OFF to engage overrun
clutch. This will result in more effective engine brake during deceleration.
Shift positionNormalMalfunction in solenoid
valve AMalfunction in solenoid
valve BMalfunction in solenoid
valves A and B
A B Gear A B Gear A B Gear A B Gear
“D” position

1st –
→×
3rd
→×–
3rd ––
3rd ×
2nd –
→× ×–––
××3rd – x×–––

×4th – x
→×–––
“3” position

1st –
→×
→×–––
×
2nd –
→× ×–––
××3rd – x×–––
“2” position

1st –
→×
→×–––
×
2nd –
→× ×–––
××3rd – x×–––
“1” position

1st –
→×
→×–––
×
2nd –
→× ×–––
××3rd – x×–––

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
AT-43
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Inspections Before Trouble DiagnosisBCS00102
A/T FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check
Inspect for A/T fluid leakage and check the A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 4 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
A/T Fluid Condition Check
Inspect the A/T fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Check ATF and engine oil levels. If necessary, add ATF and oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approximately 10 minutes or until ATF and
engine oil reach operating temperature.
3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.

It is good practice to mark the point of specified engine
rpm on indicator.
5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D”
position.
Fluid status Conceivable Cause Required Operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state)Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the ATF and check the A/T
main unit and the vehicle for mal-
functions (wire harnesses, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudyWater in the ATFReplace the ATF and check for
places where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
inUnusual wear of
sliding parts within
A/TReplace the ATF and check for
improper operation of the A/T.
SAT638A
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)
SAT647B
SCIA7463E
SCIA5703E

AT-46
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

LINE PRESSURE TEST
Line Pressure Test Ports
Location of line pressure test ports are shown in the figure.

Always replace pressure plugs as they are self-sealing
bolts.
Line Pressure Test Procedure
1. Check ATF and engine oil levels. If necessary, add ATF or
engine oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until engine oil and ATF
reach operating temperature.
3. Install oil pressure gauge to corresponding line pressure test
port.
4. Set parking brake and block wheels.
SCIA3332E
ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 -176°F)
SAT647B
SCIA4845E
SCIA7463E

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
AT-47
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5. Start engine and measure line pressure at idle and stall speed.
CAUTION:

Keep the brake pedal pressed all the way down during
measurement.

When measuring line pressure at stall speed, refer to AT-
43, "STALL TEST" .
Line Pressure
Judgement of Line Pressure Test
SAT493G
Engine speed rpmLine pressure kPa (bar, kg/cm2 , psi)
“D”, “3”, “2” and “1” positions “R” position
Idle 500 (5.00, 5.1, 73) 778 (7.78, 7.9, 113)
Stall 1,233 (12.33, 12.6, 179) 1,918 (19.18, 19.6, 278)
Judgement Suspected parts
At idleLine pressure is low in all positions.

Oil pump wear

Control piston damage

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking

Spring for pressure regulator valve damaged

Fluid pressure leakage between oil strainer and pressure regulator valve

Clogged strainer
Line pressure is low in particular posi-
tion.

Fluid pressure leakage between manual valve and particular clutch

For example, line pressure is:
− Low in “R” and “1” positions, but
− Normal in “D”, “3” and “2” positions.
Therefore, fluid leakage exists at or around low and reverse brake circuit.
Refer to AT-18, "
CLUTCH AND BAND CHART" .
Line pressure is high.

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

A/T fluid temperature sensor damaged

Line pressure solenoid valve sticking

Short circuit of line pressure solenoid valve circuit

Pressure modifier valve sticking

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking

Open in dropping resistor circuit
At stall
speedLine pressure is low.

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

Line pressure solenoid valve sticking

Short circuit of line pressure solenoid valve circuit

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking

Pressure modifier valve sticking

Pilot valve sticking

AT-50
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

Cruise Test — Part 1BCS00106
1. CHECK STARTING GEAR (D1 ) POSITION
1. Drive vehicle for approximately 10 minutes to warm engine oil and ATF up to operating temperature.
2. Park vehicle on flat surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P” position.
4. Start engine.
5. Move selector lever to “D” position.
6. Accelerate vehicle by constantly depressing accelerator pedal half-way.
Read gear position. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does vehicle start from D
1 ?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >>

Mark the box AT- 1 8 2 , "Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D1" on the AT- 3 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC
WORKSHEET" .

Continue “Road Test”.
2. CHECK SHIFT-UP (D1 TO D2 )
Check shift-up (D
1 to D2 ).
Specified speed when shifting from D
1 to D2 (Throttle position: half throttle). Refer to AT- 5 4 , "Vehicle Speed
Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
Read gear position, throttle opening and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does A/T shift from D
1 to D2 at the specified speed?
YES >> GO TO 3.
NO >>

Mark the box AT- 1 8 4 , "A/T Does Not Shift: D1 → D2 or Does Not Kickdown: D4 → D2" on the
AT- 3 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" .

Continue “Road Test”.
3. CHECK SHIFT-UP (D2 TO D3 )
Check shift-up (D
2 to D3 ).
Specified speed when shifting from D
2 to D3 (Throttle position: half throttle). Refer to AT- 5 4 , "Vehicle Speed
Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
Read gear position, throttle opening and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does A/T shift from D
2 to D3 at the specified speed?
YES >> GO TO 4.
NO >>

Mark the box AT- 1 8 6 , "A/T Does Not Shift: D2 → D3" on the AT- 3 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" .

Continue “Road Test”.
4. CHECK SHIFT-UP (D3 TO D4 )
Check shift-up (D
3 to D4 ).
Specified speed when shifting from D
3 to D4 (Throttle position: half throttle). Refer to AT- 5 4 , "Vehicle Speed
Which Gear Shifting Occurs" .
Read gear position, throttle opening and vehicle speed. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does A/T shift from D
3 to D4 at the specified speed?
YES >> GO TO 5.
NO >>

Mark the box AT- 1 8 8 , "A/T Does Not Shift: D3 → D4" on the AT- 3 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" .

Continue “Road Test”. ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
AT-59
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Slips/Will Not
EngageVehicle will not
run in “R” position
(but runs in “D”,
“3”, “2” and “1”
positions). Clutch
slips.
Very poor accel-
eration.ON vehicle1. A/T positionAT- 2 1 5
2. Stall testAT- 4 3
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
5. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 5
OFF vehicle6. Reverse clutchAT- 2 9 6
7. High clutchAT- 3 0 1
8. Forward clutchAT- 3 0 7
9. Overrun clutchAT- 3 0 7
10. Low & reverse brakeAT- 3 1 5
Vehicle will not
run in “D”, “3” and
“2” positions (but
runs in “1” and
“R” positions).ON vehicle 1. A/T positionAT- 2 1 5
OFF vehicle 2. Low one-way clutchAT- 2 5 5
Vehicle will not
run in “D”, “3”, “2”
and “1” positions
(but runs in “R”
position). Clutch
slips.
Very poor accel-
eration.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Stall testAT- 4 3
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
5. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 5
6. N-D accumulatorAT- 2 2 5
OFF vehicle7. Reverse clutchAT- 2 9 6
8. High clutchAT- 3 0 1
9. Forward clutchAT- 3 0 7
10. Forward one-way clutchAT- 3 1 9
11. Low one-way clutchAT- 2 5 5
Clutches or
brakes slip some-
what in starting.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. A/T positionAT- 2 1 5
3. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
4. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
5. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
6. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 5
7. N-D accumulatorAT- 2 2 5
OFF vehicle8. Forward clutchAT- 3 0 7
9. Reverse clutchAT- 2 9 6
10. Low & reverse brakeAT- 3 1 5
11. Oil pumpAT- 2 7 5
12. Torque converterAT- 2 5 5
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AT-60
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS

Slips/Will Not
EngageNo creep at all.
AT- 1 7 9
, AT-181
ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 42. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
3. Control valve assemblyAT-225
OFF vehicle4. Forward clutchAT-3075. Oil pumpAT-275
6. Torque converterAT-255
Almost no shock
or clutches slip-
ping in change
from D
1 to D2 .ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Accumulator servo releaseAT-225
5. Control valve assemblyAT-225
OFF vehicle 6. Brake bandAT-329
Almost no shock
or slipping in
change from D
2
to D
3 .ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Control valve assemblyAT-225
OFF vehicle5. High clutchAT-3016. Forward clutchAT-307
Almost no shock
or slipping in
change from D
3
to D
4 .ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Control valve assemblyAT-225
OFF vehicle 5. Brake bandAT-329
Races extremely
fast or slips in
changing from D
4
to D
3 when
depressing pedal.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-126
5. Shift solenoid valve AAT- 9 0
6. Control valve assemblyAT-225
OFF vehicle7. Brake bandAT-3298. Forward clutchAT-307
Races extremely
fast or slips in
changing from D
4
to D
2 when
depressing pedal.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-126
5. Shift solenoid valve AAT- 9 0
6. Shift solenoid valve BAT- 9 5
7. Control valve assemblyAT-225
OFF vehicle8. Brake bandAT-3299. Forward clutchAT-307
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
AT-61
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Slips/Will Not
EngageRaces extremely
fast or slips in
changing from D
3
to D
2 when
depressing pedal. ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
5. Shift solenoid valve BAT- 9 5
6. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 5
OFF vehicle7. Brake bandAT- 3 2 98. High clutchAT- 3 0 1
Races extremely
fast or slips in
changing from D
4
or D
3 to D 1
when depressing
pedal.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
5. Shift solenoid valve AAT- 9 0
6. Shift solenoid valve BAT- 9 5
7. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 5
OFF vehicle8. Forward clutchAT- 3 0 79. Forward one-way clutchAT- 3 1 9
10. Low one-way clutchAT- 2 5 5
Vehicle will not
run in any posi-
tion.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. A/T positionAT- 2 1 5
3. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 2 6
OFF vehicle5. Oil pumpAT- 2 7 5
6. High clutchAT- 3 0 1
7. Brake bandAT- 3 2 9
8. Low & reverse brakeAT- 3 1 5
9. Torque converterAT- 2 5 5
10. Parking componentsAT- 2 4 6
OthersEngine cannot be
started in “P” and
“N” positions.
AT-175
ON vehicle1. Ignition switch and starterPG-3
, SC-14 .
2. A/T positionAT- 2 1 5
3. PNP switchAT- 1 6 1
Engine starts in
positions other
than “P” and “N”.ON vehicle1. A/T positionAT- 2 1 5
2. PNP switchAT- 1 6 1
Transaxle noise
in “P” and “N”
positions.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid levelAT- 1 4
2. Line pressure testAT- 4 6
3. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-272*1, EC-652*2
4. Vehicle speed sensor·A/T (Revolution
sensor) and vehicle speed sensor·MTRAT- 8 0, AT- 8 6
OFF vehicle5. Oil pumpAT- 2 7 56. Torque converterAT- 2 5 5
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