2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL automatic transmission

MODEL T30 SERIES
2004NISSANEUROPES.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
CL Clutch
MT Manual Transaxle
AT Automatic Transaxle
TF Transfer
PR Propeller Shaft
RFD Rear Final Drive
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
MTC Manual 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, Navigation & Telephone System
PG Power Supply, Ground & Circuit Elements
MA Maintenance
IDX Alphabetical Index
QUICK REFERENCE INDEX
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PRECAUTIONS

General PrecautionsEAS000FQ

Do not operate the engine for an extended period of time without
proper exhaust ventilation.
Keep the work area well ventilated and free of any inflammable
materials. Special care should be taken when handling any
inflammable or poisonous materials, such as gasoline, refriger-
ant gas, etc. When working in a pit or other enclosed area, be
sure to properly ventilate the area before working with hazard-
ous materials.
Do not smoke while working on the vehicle.

Before jacking up the vehicle, apply wheel chocks or other tire
blocks to the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving. After
jacking up the vehicle, support the vehicle weight with safety
stands at the points designated for proper lifting before working
on the vehicle.
These operations should be done on a level surface.

When removing a heavy component such as the engine or tran-
saxle/transmission, be careful not to lose your balance and drop
them. Also, do not allow them to strike adjacent parts, especially
the brake tubes and master cylinder.

Before starting repairs which do not require battery power:
Turn off ignition switch.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal.

If the battery terminals are disconnected, recorded memory of
radio and each control unit is erased.

To prevent serious burns:
Avoid contact with hot metal parts.
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot.

Dispose of drained oil or the solvent used for cleaning parts in
an appropriate manner.

Do not attempt to top off the fuel tank after the fuel pump nozzle
shuts off automatically.
Continued refueling may cause fuel overflow, resulting in fuel
spray and possibly a fire.

Clean all disassembled parts in the designated liquid or solvent
prior to inspection or assembly.

Replace oil seals, gaskets, packings, O-rings, locking washers, cotter pins, self-locking nuts, etc. with new
ones.

Replace inner and outer races of tapered roller bearings and needle bearings as a set.

Arrange the disassembled parts in accordance with their assembled locations and sequence.

Do not touch the terminals of electrical components which use microcomputers (such as ECM).
Static electricity may damage internal electronic components.

After disconnecting vacuum or air hoses, attach a tag to indicate the proper connection.

Use only the fluids and lubricants specified in this manual.
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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

HOW TO USE THIS MANUALPFP:00008
Description EAS000FY
This volume explains “Removal, Disassembly, Installation, Inspection and Adjustment” and “Trouble Diag-
noses”.
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The captions WARNING and CAUTION warn you of steps that must be followed to prevent personal
injury and/or damage to some part of the vehicle.
WARNING indicates the possibility of personal injury if instructions are not followed.
CAUTION indicates the possibility of component damage if instructions are not followed.
BOLD TYPED STATEMENTS except WARNING and CAUTION give you helpful information.
Standard value:Tolerance at inspection and adjustment.
Limit value:The maximum or minimum limit value that should not be exceeded at inspection and adjust-
ment.
UnitsEAS0015F

The UNITS given in this manual are primarily expressed as the SI UNIT (International System of Unit),
and alternatively expressed in the metric system and in the yard/pound system.
Also with regard to tightening torque of bolts and nuts, there are descriptions both about range and about
the standard tightening torque.
“Example”
Range
Standard
ContentsEAS000G1

ALPHABETICAL INDEX is provided at the end of this manual so that you can rapidly find the item and
page you are searching for.

A QUICK REFERENCE INDEX, a black tab (e.g. ) is provided on the first page. You can quickly find
the first page of each section by matching it to the section's black tab.

THE CONTENTS are listed on the first page of each section.

THE TITLE is indicated on the upper portion of each page and shows the part or system.

THE PAGE NUMBER of each section consists of two or three letters which designate the particular sec-
tion and a number (e.g. “BR-5”).

THE SMALL ILLUSTRATIONS show the important steps such as inspection, use of special tools, knacks
of work and hidden or tricky steps which are not shown in the previous large illustrations.
Assembly, inspection and adjustment procedures for the complicated units such as the automatic tran-
saxle or transmission, etc. are presented in a step-by-step format where necessary.Outer Socket Lock Nut : 59 - 78 N·m (6.0 - 8.0 kg-m, 43 - 58 ft-lb)
Drive Shaft Installation Bolt : 44.3 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)

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HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

AbbreviationsEAS000G5
The following ABBREVIATIONS are used:
ABBREVIATION DESCRIPTION
A/C Air Conditioner
A/T Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
ATF Automatic Transmission Fluid
D
1Drive range 1st gear
D
2Drive range 2nd gear
D
3Drive range 3rd gear
D
4Drive range 4th gear
FR, RR Front, Rear
LH, RH Left-Hand, Right-Hand
M/T Manual Transaxle/Transmission
OD Overdrive
P/S Power Steering
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers, Inc.
SDS Service Data and Specifications
SST Special Service Tools
2WD 2-Wheel Drive
2
22nd range 2nd gear
2
12nd range 1st gear
1
21st range 2nd gear
1
11st range 1st gear

TOW TRUCK TOWING
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Tow Truck TowingEAS000FL
CAUTION:

All applicable local laws regarding the towing operation must be obeyed.

It is necessary to use proper towing equipment to avoid possible damage to the vehicle during
towing operation. Towing is in accordance with Towing Procedure Manual at dealer.

Always attach safety chains before towing.

When towing, make sure that the transmission, steering system and power train are in good order.
If any unit is damaged, dollies must be used.

Never tow an automatic transmission model from the rear (that is backward) with four wheels on
the ground. This may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission.
NISSAN recommends that towing dollies be used when towing your
vehicle beplaced on a flat bed truck as illustrated.
TOWING AN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE MODEL WITH FOUR WHEELS ON GROUND
Observe the following restricted towing speeds and distances.
CAUTION:
Never tow an automatic transaxle model from the rear (i.e., backward) with four wheels on the ground
as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transaxle.
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Speed :Below 50 km/h (30 MPH)
Distance :Less than 65 km(40 miles)

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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — INDEX ............................. 6
Alphabetical & P No. Index for DTC ......................... 6
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 8
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 8
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (EURO-OBD)
System of A/T and Engine — Euro-OBD — ............. 8
Precautions for Trouble Diagnosis ........................... 8
Precautions for Harness Repair ............................... 8
Precautions .............................................................. 9
Service Notice or Precautions ................................ 10
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis ................. 11
PREPARATION ......................................................... 12
Special Service Tools ............................................. 12
Commercial Service Tools ...................................... 15
A/T FLUID ................................................................. 16
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 16
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................ 17
OVERALL SYSTEM ................................................. 18
Cross-Sectional View ............................................. 18
Hydraulic Control Circuit ........................................ 19
A/T Electrical Parts Location .................................. 20
Circuit Diagram ...................................................... 21
Shift Mechanism ..................................................... 22
TCM Function ......................................................... 31
CAN Communication .............................................. 32
Input/Output Signal of TCM .................................... 34
Line Pressure Control ............................................ 34
Shift Control ........................................................... 35
Lock-up Control ...................................................... 36
Engine Brake Control (Overrun Clutch Control) ..... 37
Control Valve .......................................................... 39
EURO-OBD
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIP-
TION .......................................................................... 40
Introduction ............................................................ 40
EURO-OBD Function for A/T System .................... 40One or Two Trip Detection Logic of EURO-OBD .... 40
EURO-OBD Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) ......... 40
Malfunction Indicator lamp (MIL) ............................ 44
CONSULT-II ............................................................ 44
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ........... 52
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — INTRODUCTION ........... 57
Introduction ............................................................. 57
Work Flow ............................................................... 61
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION .... 64
A/T Fluid Check ...................................................... 64
Stall Test ................................................................. 65
Line Pressure Test .................................................. 68
Road Test ............................................................... 70
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIP-
TION .......................................................................... 85
Symptom Chart ....................................................... 85
TCM Terminals and Reference Value ..................... 94
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE .............. 97
Description .............................................................. 97
On Board Diagnosis Logic ...................................... 97
Possible Cause ....................................................... 97
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................. 97
Wiring Diagram — AT — CAN ................................ 98
Diagnostic Procedure ............................................. 99
DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP)
SWITCH ..................................................................100
Description ............................................................100
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................100
Possible Cause .....................................................100
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................100
Wiring Diagram — AT — PNP/SW .......................102
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................103
DTC P0710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
CIRCUIT ..................................................................106
Description ............................................................106
On Board Diagnosis Logic ....................................106
Possible Cause .....................................................106
DTC Confirmation Procedure ...............................106
Wiring Diagram — AT — FTS ..............................108

OVERALL SYSTEM
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CLUTCH AND BAND CHART

*1: Operates when overdrive control switch is set in “OFF” position.

*2: Oil pressure is applied to both 2nd “apply” side and 3rd “release” side of band servo piston. However, brake band does not con-
tract because oil pressure area on the “release” side is greater than that on the “apply” side.

*3: Oil pressure is applied to 4th “apply” side in condition *2 above, and brake band contracts.

*4: A/T will not shift to 4th when overdrive control switch is set in “OFF” position.

: Operates.

A: Operates when throttle opening is less than 3/16, activating engine brake.

B: Operates during “progressive” acceleration.

C: Operates but does not affect power transmission.

D: Operates when throttle opening is less than 3/16, but does not affect engine brake. Shift positionRever
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clutch
5High
clutch
6For-
ward
clutch
15Over-
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17Band servo
Forward
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18Low &
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POSITION
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Automatic
shift
1 ⇔ 2 ⇔ 3 ⇔
4 2nd *1A B
3rd *1A *2C C B
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4th C *3C C
21stBB
Automatic
shift
1 ⇔ 2⇐3 2ndB
3rd *2C C B
11stB
Locks (held
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1st speed
1 ⇐ 2⇐3 2ndB
3rd *2C C B

OVERALL SYSTEM
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BACK-UP CONTROL (ENGINE BRAKE)
If the selector lever is shifted to “2” position while driving in D4 (OD)
or D
3 , great driving force is applied to the clutch inside the transmis-
sion. Clutch operating pressure (line pressure) must be increased to
deal with this driving force.
DURING SHIFT CHANGE
The line pressure is temporarily reduced corresponding to a change
in engine torque when shifting gears (that is, when the shift solenoid
valve is switched for clutch operation) to reduce shifting shock.
AT LOW FLUID TEMPERATURE

Fluid viscosity and frictional characteristics of the clutch facing change with fluid temperature. Clutch
engaging or band-contacting pressure is compensated for, according to fluid temperature, to stabilize
shifting quality.

The line pressure is reduced below 60°C (140°F) to prevent
shifting shock due to low viscosity of automatic transmission
fluid when temperature is low.

Line pressure is increased to a maximum irrespective of the
throttle opening when fluid temperature drops to −10°C (14°F).
This pressure rise is adopted to prevent a delay in clutch and
brake operation due to extreme drop of fluid viscosity at low
temperature.
Shift ControlECS00CTD
The shift is regulated entirely by electronic control to accommodate vehicle speed and varying engine opera-
tions. This is accomplished by electrical signals transmitted by the revolution sensor and the ECM (accelerator
pedal position sensor). This results in improved acceleration performance and fuel economy.
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