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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
INDEX FOR DTC ........................................................ 5
Alphabetical Index ............................................... ..... 5
DTC No. Index .................................................... ..... 6
PRECAUTIONS ..................................................... ..... 7
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” ............................................................. ..... 7
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (OBD) System
of A/T and Engine ............................................... ..... 7
Precautions ......................................................... ..... 8
Service Notice or Precautions ............................. ..... 9
PREPARATION ...................................................... ... 10
Special Service Tools .......................................... ... 10
Commercial Service Tools ................................... .... 11
A/T FLUID .............................................................. ... 12
Changing A/T Fluid ............................................. ... 12
Checking A/T Fluid .............................................. ... 13
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning ................................... ... 15
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................... ... 18
Cross-Sectional View (2WD Models) .................. ... 18
Cross-Sectional View (AWD Models) .................. ... 19
Shift Mechanism .................................................. ... 20
TCM Function ...................................................... ... 31
CAN Communication ........................................... ... 32
Input/Output Signal of TCM ................................. ... 32
Line Pressure Control ......................................... ... 33
Shift Control ........................................................ ... 34
Lock-up Control ................................................... ... 35
Engine Brake Control .......................................... ... 36
Control Valve ....................................................... ... 37
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM ......... ... 39
Introduction ......................................................... ... 39
OBD-II Function for A/T System .......................... ... 39
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-II ......... ... 39
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) .............. ... 39
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ........................ ... 42
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ......................................... ... 43
DTC Inspection Priority Chart ............................. ... 43
Fail-safe .............................................................. ... 43
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate Repair ...................................................
... 45
A/T Electrical Parts Location ............................... ... 50
Circuit Diagram .................................................... ... 51
Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis ................. ... 52
Check Before Engine Is Started .......................... ... 56
Check at Idle ........................................................ ... 57
Cruise Test - Part 1 .............................................. ... 58
Cruise Test - Part 2 .............................................. ... 60
Cruise Test - Part 3 .............................................. ... 61
Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting Occurs .... ... 62
Vehicle Speed at Which Lock-up Occurs/Releases ... 63
Symptom Chart .................................................... ... 64
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Values ........ ... 89
CONSULT-II Function (A/T) ................................. ... 90
Diagnostic Procedure without CONSULT-II ......... .103
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE ........... .106
Description ........................................................... .106
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .106
Possible Cause .................................................... .106
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .106
Wiring Diagram — AT — CAN ............................. .107
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .108
DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT .................. .109
Description ........................................................... .109
CONSULT-II Reference Value ............................. .109
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .109
Possible Cause .................................................... .109
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .109
Wiring Diagram — AT — STSIG ......................... .110
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... ..111
DTC P0700 TCM .................................................... .113
Description ........................................................... .113
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .113
Possible Cause .................................................... .113
DTC Confirmation Procedure .............................. .113
Diagnostic Procedure .......................................... .113
DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH .114
Description ........................................................... .114
CONSULT-II Reference Value ............................. .114
On Board Diagnosis Logic ................................... .114
A/T FLUID AT-15
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A/T Fluid Cooler CleaningACS004Q5
Whenever an automatic transmission is replaced, the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator must be
inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can become trapped in the A/T fluid cooler. This debris can con-
taminate the newly serviced A/T or, in severe cases, can block or restrict the flow of ATF. In either case, mal-
function of the newly serviced A/T may result.
Debris, if present, may build up as ATF enters the cooler inlet. It will be necessary to back flush the cooler
through the cooler outlet in order to flush out any built up debris.
A/T FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Position an oil pan under the automatic transmission's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Identify the inlet and outlet A/T fluid cooler hoses.
3. Disconnect the A/T fluid cooler inlet and outlet rubber hoses from the steel cooler tubes or bypass valve.
NOTE:
Replace the cooler hoses if rubber material from the hose
remains on the tube fitting.
4. Allow any ATF that remains in the cooler hoses to drain into the oil pan.
5. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying
the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.
Spray cooler cleaner only with adequate ventilation.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
6. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
7. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
8. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and of the cooler outlet hose.
9. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi)
through the cooler outlet hose for 10 seconds to force out any
remaining ATF.
10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 three additional times.
11. Position an oil pan under the banjo bolts that connect the A/T fluid cooler steel lines to the transmission.
12. Remove the banjo bolts.
13. Flush each steel line from the cooler side back toward the trans- mission by spraying Transmission Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream for 5 seconds.
14. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi) through each steel line from the cooler
side back toward the transmission for 10 seconds to force out any remaining ATF.
15. Ensure all debris is removed from the steel cooler lines.
16. Ensure all debris is removed from the banjo bolts and fittings.
17. Perform AT- 1 6 , "
A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE" .
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A/T FLUID COOLER DIAGNOSIS PROCEDURE
NOTE:
Insufficient cleaning of the cooler inlet hose exterior may lead to inaccurate debris identification.
1. Position an oil pan under the automatic transmission's inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
2. Clean the exterior and tip of the cooler inlet hose.
3. Insert the extension adapter hose of a can of Transmission Cooler Cleaner (Nissan P/N 999MP-AM006) into the cooler out-
let hose.
CAUTION:
Wear safety glasses and rubber gloves when spraying
the Transmission Cooler Cleaner.
Spray cooler cleaner only with adequate ventilation.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin.
Do not breath vapors or spray mist.
4. Hold the hose and can as high as possible and spray Transmis- sion Cooler Cleaner in a continuous stream into the cooler outlet
hose until ATF flows out of the cooler inlet hose for 5 seconds.
5. Tie a common white, basket-type coffee filter to the end of the cooler inlet hose.
6. Insert the tip of an air gun into the end of the cooler outlet hose.
7. Wrap a shop rag around the air gun tip and end of cooler outlet hose.
8. Blow compressed air regulated to 5 to 9 kg/cm
2 (70 to 130 psi)
through the cooler outlet hose to force any remaining ATF into
the coffee filter.
9. Remove the coffee filter from the end of the cooler inlet hose.
10. Perform AT- 1 7 , "
A/T FLUID COOLER INSPECTION PROCE-
DURE" .
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TCM FunctionACS002LF
The function of the TCM is to:
Receive input signals sent from various switches and sensors.
Determine required line pressure, shifting point, lock-up operation, and engine brake operation.
Send required output signals to the respective solenoids.
CONTROL SYSTEM OUTLINE
The automatic transmission senses vehicle operating conditions through various sensors or signals. It always
controls the optimum shift position and reduces shifting and lock-up shocks.
CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGRAM
SENSORS (or SIGNALS)
TCM
ACTUATORS
PNP switch
Accelerator pedal position signal
Closed throttle position signal
Wide open throttle position signal
Engine speed signal
A/T fluid temperature sensor
Revolution sensor
Vehicle speed signal
Manual mode switch signal
Stop lamp switch signal
Turbine revolution sensor
ATF pressure switch Shift control
Line pressure control
Lock-up control
Engine brake control
Timing control
Fail-safe control
Self-diagnosis
CONSULT-II communication line
Duet-EA control
CAN system Input clutch solenoid valve
Direct clutch solenoid valve
Front brake solenoid valve
High and low reverse clutch
solenoid valve
Low coast brake solenoid valve
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
A/T CHECK indicator lamp
Sta r te r re l a y
Back-up lamp relay
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) AT-351
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)PFP:00030
General SpecificationsACS002S2
*1: Refer to MA-12, "Fluids and Lubricants" .
Vehicle Speed at Which Gear Shifting OccursACS002S3
2WD MODELS
At half throttle, the accelerator opening is 4/8 of the full opening.
AWD MODELS
At half throttle, the accelerator opening is 4/8 of the full opening.
At half throttle, the accelerator opening is 4/8 of the full opening.
Applied model
VQ35DE engine VK45DE engine
2WD AWD
Automatic transmission model RE5R05A
Transmission model code number 92X20, 90X3C 92X21, 90X3D 92X22, 90X3E
Stall torque ratio 2.0: 1
Transmission gear ratio 1st 3.540
2nd 2.264
3rd 1.471
4th 1.000
5th 0.834
Reverse 2.370
Recommended fluid Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF*1
Fluid capacity 10.3 liter (10-7/8 US qt, 9-1/8 Imp qt)
CAUTION:
Use only Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF. Do not mix with other fluid.
Using A/T fluid other than Genuine NISSAN Matic J ATF will deteriorate in driveability and automatic transmission durabil-
ity, and may damage the automatic transmission, which is not covered by the warranty.
Engine model VQ35DE
Throttle position Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)
D
1 → D2D2 → D3D3 → D4D4 → D5D5 → D4D4 → D3D3 → D2D2 → D1
Full throttle 66 - 74
(41 - 46) 106 - 114
(66 - 71) 165 - 173
(103 - 108) 236 - 244
(147 - 152) 232 - 240
(144 - 149) 145- 153
(90 - 95) 89 - 97
(55 - 60) 41 - 49
(25 - 30)
Half throttle 52 - 60
(32 - 37) 83 - 91
(52 - 57) 127 - 135
(79 - 84) 159 - 167
(99 - 104) 104 - 112
(65 - 70) 75 - 83
(47 - 52) 34 - 42
(21 - 26) 9 - 17
(6 - 11)
Engine model VQ35DE
Throttle position Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)
D
1 → D2D2 → D3D3 → D4D4 → D5D5 → D4D4 → D3D3 → D2D2 → D1
Full throttle 60 - 68
(37 - 42) 96 - 104
(60 - 65) 150 - 158
(93 - 98) 214 - 222
(133 - 138) 210 - 218
(130 - 135) 132 - 140
(82 - 87) 81 - 89
(50 - 55) 37 - 45
(23 - 28)
Half throttle 47 - 55
(29 - 34) 75 - 83
(47 - 52) 115 - 123
(71 - 76) 144 - 152
(89 - 94) 95 - 103
(59 - 64) 68 - 76
(42 - 47) 31 - 39
(19 - 24) 9 - 17
(6 -11)
Engine model VK45DE
Throttle position Vehicle speed km/h (MPH)
D
1 → D2D2 → D3D3 → D4D4 → D5D5 → D4D4 → D3D3 → D2D2 → D1
Full throttle 62 - 70
(39 - 43) 98 - 106
(61 - 66) 153 - 161
(95 - 100) 220 - 228
(137 - 142) 216 - 224
(134 - 139) 137 - 145
(85 - 90) 85 - 93
(53 - 58) 39 - 47
(24 - 29)
Half throttle 29 - 37
(18 - 23) 59 - 67
(37 - 42) 101 - 109
(63 - 68) 161 - 169
(100 - 105) 108 - 116
(67 - 72) 66 - 74
(41 - 46) 38 - 46
(24 - 29) 22 - 30
(14 - 19)
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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.
Use approved bonding agent, sealants or their equivalents when required.
Use hand tools, power tools (disassembly only) and recom-
mended special tools where specified for safe and efficient ser-
vice repairs.
When repairing the fuel, oil, water, vacuum or exhaust systems,
check all affected lines for leaks.
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AbbreviationsAAS000E3
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/TransmissionOD 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
IDX-2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
A
A/C air flow ...................................................... ATC-37
A/C component layout ..................................... ATC-26
A/C compressor clutch removal and installation ...........
ATC-144
A/C compressor mounting ........... ATC-141, ATC-144,
ATC-148
, ATC-149, ATC-150, ATC-151, ATC-152,
ATC-154
, ATC-155, ATC-156, ATC-157
A/C compressor precaution ............................. ATC-13
A/C compressor special service tool ................ ATC-17
A/C control operation (auto A/C) ...................... ATC-34
A/C diagnostic work flow (auto A/C) .............. ATC-102
A/C evaporator ............................................... ATC-156
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system precaution ........ ATC-6
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service procedure .......
ATC-138
A/C HFC134a (R134a) system service tools ... ATC-18
A/C HFC134a system service equipment precaution ...
ATC-13
A/C lubricant (R134a) ...................................... ATC-27
A/C lubrication oil ........................................... ATC-162
A/C operational check ...................................... ATC-61
A/C self-diagnoses (auto A/C) ........ ATC-53, ATC-102
A/C service data specification ........................ ATC-162
A/C system description (auto A/C) ................... ATC-30
A/C trouble diagnoses (auto A/C) .................... ATC-40
A/C, A - Wiring diagram ................................... ATC-46
A/T fluid checking ...................... AT-13, AT-52, MA-29
A/T fluid cooler cleaning .................................... AT-15
A/T fluid replacement ............................. AT-12, MA-31
A/T fluid temperature sensor ........................... AT-136
A/T IND - Wiring diagram .................................... DI-54
A/T self-diagnoses ........................................... AT-103
A/T shift lock system ........................................ AT-236
A/T shift lock system - Wiring diagram ............ AT-237
A/T trouble diagnoses ........................................ AT-43
A/T Wiring diagram AT - CAN .......................... AT-107
A/T Wiring diagram AT - FTS .......................... AT-137
A/T Wiring diagram AT - MAIN ........................ AT-183
A/T Wiring diagram AT - MMSW ..................... AT-171
A/T Wiring diagram AT - NONDTC .................. AT-190
A/T Wiring diagram AT - PNP/SW ................... AT-115
A/T Wiring diagram AT - STSIG ...................... AT-110
A/T Wiring diagram AT - VSS A/T ................... AT-120
Accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor ........ EC-619,
EC-626
, EC-640, EC-1302, EC-1309, EC-1323
Accelerator pedal released position learning .... EC-96,
EC-786
AF1B1-Wiring diagram ...... EC-490, EC-499, EC-508,
EC-518
, EC-529, EC-539, EC-551
AF1B2-Wiring diagram ...... EC-492, EC-501, EC-510,
EC-520
, EC-531, EC-541, EC-553
AF1HB1-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-407
AF1HB2-Wiring diagram .................................. EC-409
Air bag .............................................................. SRS-3
Air bag precautions ........................................... SRS-3
Air cleaner and air duct(VK45DE) ................... EM-176
Air cleaner and air duct(VQ35DE) .................... EM-17
Air cleaner filter replacement ............................ MA-25
Air cleaner filter replacement(VQ35DE) ............ MA-18
Air cleaner filter(VQ35DE) ................................ EM-18
Air conditioner cut control ................... EC-35, EC-726
Air flow meter - See Mass air flow sensor ....... EC-186,
EC-195
, EC-893, EC-902
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 ......... EC-488, EC-497, EC-506,
EC-516
, EC-526, EC-536, EC-548
Air fuel ratio sensor 1 heater ............................ EC-405
Air mix. door motor ......................... ATC-73, ATC-132
Ambient sensor ............................. ATC-104, ATC-117
Angular tightening application ............................. EM-6
Angular tightening application(VK45DE) ........ EM-164
APPS1 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-621, EC-1304
APPS2 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-628, EC-1311
APPS3 - Wiring diagram ................. EC-642, EC-1325
ASC/BS - Wiring diagram ............... EC-599, EC-1273
ASC/SW - Wiring diagram .............. EC-583, EC-1256
ASCBOF - Wiring diagram .............. EC-689, EC-1379
ASCD .................................................. EC-36, EC-727
ASCD (automatic speed control device) ........... ACS-3
ASCIND - Wiring diagram ............... EC-696, EC-1386
Ashtray illumination .......................................... LT-157
AT indicator lamp ................................................ DI-54
Auto air conditioner - Wiring diagram ............. ATC-46
Auto amp ...................................................... ATC-116
Auto anti-dazzling inside mirror ....................... GW-84
Automatic amplifier ........... ATC-51, ATC-63, ATC-116
Automatic transmission fluid replacement ........ MA-32
AV and NAVI control unit ................................... AV-89
AV communication line .................................... AV-114
AWD - Wiring diagram ....................................... TF-17
Axle ................................................................... MA-37
Axle housing (rear) ........................................... RAX-7
B
Back Door ........................................................ BL-164
Back door ......................................................... BL-164
Back door opener - See Back door .................. BL-168
BACK/L - Wiring diagram ................................. LT-127
Back-up lamp ................................................... LT-127
Basic inspection ............................................... EC-769
Battery ................................................................. SC-4
Battery/Starting/Charging System Tester SC-6, SC-13,
SC-26
BCM (Body control module) .............................. BCS-3
Block heater(VK45DE) .................................... EM-245
Block heater(VQ35DE) ................................... EM-122
Blower motor ................................... ATC-79, ATC-123
Blower unit .................................................... ATC-121
Board computer ................................................. AV-58
Brake booster .................................................... BR-15
Brake fluid level ................................................ MA-35
Brake hydraulic line ........................................... BR-11
Brake inspection ............................................... MA-36
Brake lines and cables inspection .................... MA-35
Brake master cylinder ........................................ BR-13
Brake switch ................................... EC-614, EC-1297