MODEL J31 SERIES
2006 NISSAN EUROPE S.A.S.
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A GENERAL INFORMATION
B ENGINE
C TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE
D DRIVELINE/AXLE
E SUSPENSION
F BRAKES
G STEERING H RESTRAINTS
I BODY
J AIR CONDITIONER
K ELECTRICAL
L MAINTENANCE
M INDEXGI General Information
EM Engine Mechanical
LU Engine Lubrication System
CO Engine Cooling System
EC Engine Control System
FL Fuel System
EX Exhaust System
ACC Accelerator Control System
AT Automatic Transmission
CVT CVT
FAX Front Axle
RAX Rear Axle
FSU Front Suspension
RSU Rear Suspension
WT Road Wheels & Tires
BR Brake System
PB Parking Brake System
BRC Brake Control System
PS Power Steering System
SB Seat Belts
SRS Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
BL Body, Lock & Security System
GW Glasses, Window System & Mirrors
RF Roof
EI Exterior & Interior
IP Instrument Panel
SE Seat
ATC Automatic Air Conditioner
SC Starting & Charging System
LT Lighting System
DI Driver Information System
WW Wiper, Washer & Horn
BCS Body Control System
LAN LAN System
AV Audio, Visual & Telephone System
ACS Auto Cruise Control System
PG Power Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
MA Maintenance
IDX Alphabetical Index
QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
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CONSULT-II Reference Value .............................. 167
Diagnostic Procedure ........................................... 167
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS ............ 168
Wiring Diagram — AT — NONDTC ...................... 168
A/T CHECK Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On . 173
Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” and “N” Position . 175
In “P” Position, Vehicle Moves Forward or Backward
When Pushed ....................................................... 176
In “N” Position, Vehicle Moves ............................. 176
Large Shock. “N” → “R” Position .......................... 177
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in “R” Position . 179
Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D”, “3”, “2” or
“1” Position ........................................................... 181
Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D
1 ..................... 182
A/T Does Not Shift: D
1 → D2 or Does Not Kickdown:
D
4 → D2 ............................................................... 184
A/T Does Not Shift: D
2 → D3 ............................... 186
A/T Does Not Shift: D
3 → D4 ............................... 188
A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up ............................ 191
A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition ................. 193
Lock-up Is Not Released ...................................... 195
Engine Speed Does Not Return To Idle (Light Brak-
ing D
4 → D3 ) ....................................................... 195
A/T Does Not Shift: D
4 → 33 , When A/T Selector
Lever “D” → “3” .................................................... 197
A/T Does Not Shift: 3
3 → 22 , When Selector Lever
“3” → “2” Position ................................................. 198
A/T Does Not Shift: 2
2 → 11 , When Selector Lever
“2” → “1” Position ................................................. 200
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake (D
4
→ 3
3 ) ................................................................... 203
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake (3
3
→ 2
2 ) ................................................................... 205
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake (2
2
→ 1
1 ) ................................................................... 208
TCM Self-diagnosis Does Not Activate ................ 210
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE ..................211
Removal and Installation ....................................... 211
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM ................................... 213
Control Device Removal and Installation ............. 213
Adjustment of A/T Position ................................... 215
Checking of A/T Position ...................................... 215
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM .................................... 216
Description ........................................................... 216
Shift Lock System Electrical Parts Location ......... 216
Wiring Diagram — AT — SHIFT ........................... 217
Shift Lock Control Unit Reference Values ............ 221
Component Inspection ......................................... 222
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ......................................... 225
Control Valve Assembly and Accumulators .......... 225
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch ..................... 230
Differential Side Oil Seal Replacement ................ 231
Revolution Sensor Replacement .......................... 233
Turbine Revolution Sensor (Power Train Revolution
Sensor) Replacement .......................................... 234
AIR BREATHER HOSE .......................................... 236
Removal and Installation [Air Breather Hose (Oil
Catch Tank to Air Duct)] ....................................... 236
Removal and Installation [Oil Catch Tank and Air Breather Hose (A/T assembly to Oil catch tank)] . 239
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ......................................241
Removal and Installation ......................................241
OVERHAUL ............................................................246
Components .........................................................246
Oil Channel ...........................................................252
Locations of Adjusting Shims, Needle Bearings and
Thrust Washers ....................................................253
Locations of Snap Rings .......................................254
DISASSEMBLY .......................................................255
Disassembly .........................................................255
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS .....................272
Manual Shaft ........................................................272
Oil Pump ...............................................................275
Control Valve Assembly ........................................280
Control Valve Upper Body ....................................289
Control Valve Lower Body ....................................293
Reverse Clutch .....................................................296
High Clutch ...........................................................301
Forward and Overrun Clutches ............................307
Low & Reverse Brake ...........................................315
Rear Internal Gear, Forward Clutch Hub and Over-
run Clutch Hub ......................................................319
Output Shaft, Idler Gear, Reduction Pinion Gear and
Bearing Retainer ...................................................323
Band Servo Piston Assembly ...............................329
Final Drive ............................................................335
ASSEMBLY .............................................................339
Assembly (1) .........................................................339
Adjustment (1) ......................................................340
Assembly (2) .........................................................345
Adjustment (2) ......................................................352
Assembly (3) .........................................................355
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ....362
General Specifications ..........................................362
Vehicle Speed Which Gear Shifting Occurs .........362
Vehicle Speed at When Lock-up Occurs/Releases .362
Stall Revolution .....................................................363
Line Pressure .......................................................363
Adjusting shims, Needle Bearings, Thrust Washers
and Snap Rings ....................................................363
Control Valves ......................................................364
Accumulator ..........................................................365
Clutch and Brakes ................................................366
Final Drive ............................................................367
Planetary Carrier and Oil Pump ............................367
Input Shaft ............................................................367
Reduction Pinion Gear .........................................367
Band Servo ...........................................................368
Output Shaft .........................................................368
Bearing Retainer ...................................................368
Total End Play .......................................................368
Reverse Clutch End Play ......................................368
Removal and Installation ......................................368
Shift Solenoid Valves ............................................368
Solenoid Valves ....................................................368
A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor ..............................368
Revolution Sensor ................................................369
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
4. 4-3.“Cruise Test”AT- 5 0
Part 1
❏ AT-182, "
Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D1" .
❏ AT-184, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D1 → D2 or Does Not Kickdown: D4 → D2" .
❏ AT-186, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D2 → D3" .
❏ AT-188, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D3 → D4" .
❏ AT-191, "
A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up" .
❏ AT-193, "
A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition" .
❏ AT-195, "
Lock-up Is Not Released" .
❏ AT-195, "
Engine Speed Does Not Return To Idle (Light Braking D4 → D3 )" .
Part 2AT- 5 1
❏ AT-182, "Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D1" .
❏ AT- 1 8 4 , "
A/T Does Not Shift: D1 → D2 or Does Not Kickdown: D4 → D2" .
❏ AT-186, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D2 → D3" .
❏ AT-188, "
A/T Does Not Shift: D3 → D4" .
Part 3AT- 5 2
❏ AT-197, "A/T Does Not Shift: D4 → 33 , When A/T Selector Lever “D” → “3”" .
❏ AT-203, "
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake (D4 → 33 )" .
❏ AT-198, "
A/T Does Not Shift: 33 → 22 , When Selector Lever “3” → “2” Position" .
❏ AT-205, "
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake (33 → 22 )" .
❏ AT-200, "
A/T Does Not Shift: 22 → 11 , When Selector Lever “2” → “1” Position" .
❏ AT-208, "
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake (22 → 11 )" .
❏ Perform self-diagnostics. Enter checks for detected items. AT- 6 9
, AT- 7 6 .
❏ AT-133, "
CAN COMMUNICATION LINE" .
❏ AT-80, "
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR·A/T (REVOLUTION SENSOR)" .
❏ AT-86, "
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR MTR" .
❏ AT-120, "
TURBINE REVOLUTION SENSOR" .
❏ AT-90, "
SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE A" .
❏ AT-95, "
SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE B" .
❏ AT-100, "
OVERRUN CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-105, "
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-110, "
BATT/FLUID TEMP SEN (A/T FLUID TEMP SENSOR CIRCUIT AND TCM POWER
SOURCE)" .
❏ AT-116, "
ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL" .
❏ AT-136, "
A/T 1ST GEAR FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-140, "
A/T 2ND GEAR FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-143, "
A/T 3RD GEAR FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-146, "
A/T 4TH GEAR FUNCTION" .
❏ AT-151, "
A/T TCC S/V FUNCTION (LOCK-UP)" .
❏ AT-126, "
LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE" .
❏ AT-156, "
CONTROL UNIT (RAM)" .
❏ AT-157, "
CONTROL UNIT (ROM)" .
5.❏ For self-diagnosis NG items, inspect each component. Repair or replace the damaged parts.
6.❏ Perform “Road Test”.AT- 4 8
7.❏ Perform the Diagnostic Procedures for all remaining items marked NG. Repair or replace the damaged parts.
Refer to the Symptom Chart when you perform the procedures. (The chart also shows some other possible
symptoms and the component inspection orders.)AT- 5 5
8.❏ Erase DTC from TCM and ECM memories.AT- 6 9AT- 7 9
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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5. CHECK LOCK-UP (D4 TO D4 L/U)
Check lock-up (D
4 to D4 L/U).
Specified speed when lock-up occurs (Throttle position: half throttle). Refer to AT- 5 4 , "
Vehicle Speed at When
Lock-up Occurs/Releases" .
Read vehicle speed, throttle opening when lock-up duty becomes 94%. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA
MONITOR MODE" .
Does A/T perform lock-up at specified speed?
YES >> GO TO 6.
NO >>
Mark the box AT- 1 9 1 , "A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up" on the AT- 3 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" .
Continue “Road Test”.
6. CHECK LOCK-UP HOLD
Check lock-up hold.
When lock-up duty becomes 94%. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does A/T hold lock-up condition for more than 30 seconds?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >>
Mark the box AT- 1 9 3 , "A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition" on the AT- 3 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC
WORKSHEET" .
Continue “Road Test”.
7. CHECK SHIFT-DOWN (D4 L/U TO D4 )
Release accelerator pedal.
When lock-up duty becomes 4%. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Is lock-up released when accelerator pedal is released?
YES >> GO TO 8.
NO >>
Mark the box AT- 1 9 5 , "Lock-up Is Not Released" on the AT- 3 8 , "DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET"
.
Continue “Road Test”.
8. CHECK SHIFT-DOWN (D4 TO D3 )
Decelerate vehicle by applying foot brake lightly.
Read gear position and engine speed. Refer to AT- 7 0 , "
DATA MONITOR MODE" .
Does engine speed return to idle smoothly when A/T is shifted from D
4 to D3 ?
YES >> 1. Stop vehicle.
2. Go to AT- 5 1 , "
Cruise Test — Part 2" .
NO >>
Mark the box AT- 1 9 5 , "Engine Speed Does Not Return To Idle (Light Braking D4 → D3 )" on the
AT- 3 8 , "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" .
Continue “Road Test”.
Cruise Test — Part 2BCS00107
1. CHECK STARTING GEAR (D1 ) POSITION
1. Move selector lever to “D” position.
2. Accelerate vehicle by half throttle again.
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”.
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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CONSULT-II Function (A/T) BCS0010D
CONSULT-II can display each diagnostic item using the diagnostic test models shown following.
FUNCTION
NOTICE:
1. The CONSULT-II electrically displays shift timing and lock-up timing (that is, operation timing of each sole-
noid).
Check for time difference between actual shift timing and the CONSULT-II display. If the difference is
noticeable, mechanical parts (except solenoids, sensors, etc.) may be malfunctioning. Check mechanical
parts using applicable diagnostic procedures.
2. Shift schedule (which implies gear position) displayed on CONSULT-II and that indicated in Service Man-
ual may differ slightly. This occurs because of the following reasons:
–Actual shift schedule has more or less tolerance or allowance,
–Shift schedule indicated in Service Manual refers to the point where shifts start, and
–Gear position displayed on CONSULT-II indicates the point where shifts are completed.
3. Shift solenoid valve “A” or “B” is displayed on CONSULT-II at the start of shifting. Gear position is dis-
played upon completion of shifting (which is computed by TCM).
CONSULT-II REFERENCE VALUE
Diagnostic test mode Function Reference page
Work supportThis mode enables a technician to adjust some devices faster and more accurately by
following the indications on CONSULT-II.—
Self-diagnostic results Self-diagnostic results can be read and erased quickly.AT- 6 9
Data monitor Input/Output data in the ECM can be read.AT- 7 0
CAN diagnostic support
monitorThe results of transmit/receive diagnosis of CAN communication can be read.AT- 7 2
Function testPerformed by CONSULT-II instead of a technician to determine whether each system
is “OK” or “NG”.—
DTC work support Select the operating condition to confirm Diagnosis Trouble Codes.AT- 7 2
TCM part number TCM part number can be read. —
Item name Condition Display value (Approx.)
VHCL/S SE-A/T
During drivingApproximately matches the speedometer
reading.
VHCL/S SE-MTR
THROTTLE POSIReleased accelerator pedal. 0.0/8
Fully depressed accelerator pedal. 8.0/8
FLUID TEMP SE When ATF temperature is 20°C (68°F). 1.5 V
When ATF temperature is 80°C (176°F). 0.5 V
BATTERY VOLT When turning ignition switch to ON. Battery voltage
ENGINE SPEED Engine runningApproximately matches the tachometer
reading.
TURBINE REV During driving (lock-up ON) Approximately matches the engine speed.
OVERDRIVE SWWhen setting selector lever to “3” and “2” posi-
tions.ON
When setting selector lever to other positions. OFF
PN POSI SWWhen setting selector lever to “N” or “P” posi-
tion.ON
When setting selector lever to other positions. OFF
R POSITION SWWhen setting selector lever to “R” position. ON
When setting selector lever to other positions. OFF
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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Lock-up Is Not ReleasedBCS0014M
SYMPTOM:
Lock-up is not released when accelerator pedal is released on “Cruise Test — Part 1”.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to EC-82, "
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" (QR engine) or EC-427, "SELF-
DIAG RESULTS MODE" (VQ engine).
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning systems. Refer to EC-82, "SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" (QR engine)
or EC-427, "
SELF-DIAG RESULTS MODE" (VQ engine).
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. SYMPTOM CHECK
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 0 , "
Cruise Test — Part 1" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK TCM
1. Check TCM input/output signals. Refer to AT- 6 4 , "
TCM Terminals and Reference Value" .
2. If NG, recheck TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Engine Speed Does Not Return To Idle (Light Braking D4 → D3 )BCS0014N
SYMPTOM:
Engine speed does not smoothly return to idle when A/T shifts from D4 to D3 on “Cruise Test — Part
1”.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 6 9 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" or AT- 7 6 , "Diagnostic Proce-
dure Without CONSULT-II" .
Is any malfunction detected by self-diagnostic results?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning systems. Refer to AT- 6 9 , "SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" or AT-
77, "Judgement of Self-Diagnosis Code" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR
Check accelerator pedal position sensor. Refer to EC-272, "
DTC P2138 APP SENSOR" (QR engine) or EC-
652, "DTC P2138 APP SENSOR" (VQ engine).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace accelerator pedal position sensor.
DISASSEMBLY
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Check each return spring, and replace if damaged, deformed or
worn. Refer to AT- 3 6 5 , "
Accumulator" for free length (L1 ) and
length (L
2 ).
(1): Return spring (Servo release accumulator)
(2): Return spring (N-D accumulator)
CAUTION:
Do not remove spring retainer (3).
23. Remove lip seals from oil groove for band servo.
24. Remove low & reverse brake tube and oil sleeve.
25. Remove converter housing according to the following proce-
dures.
a. Remove converter housing mounting bolts.
b. Remove converter housing by tapping it lightly.
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43. Remove needle bearing from overrun clutch hub.
Check needle bearing and overrun clutch hub, and replace if
damaged or worn.
44. Remove forward clutch assembly and overrun clutch assembly
from transaxle case.
45. Remove needle bearing from transaxle case.
Check needle bearing, and replace if damaged or worn.
46. Remove output shaft assembly according to the following proce-
dures.
a. Remove side cover fitting bolts.
CAUTION:
Do not mix bolts A and B.
Always replace bolts A as they are self-sealing bolts.
b. Remove side cover by lightly tapping it with a soft hammer.
CAUTION:
Be careful not to drop output shaft assembly. It might
come out when removing side cover.
Be careful not to damage side cover.
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