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3 → D4 ................................199
A/T Does Not Shift: D
4 → D5 ................................202
A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up ............................204
A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition ..................206
Lock-up Is Not Released ......................................208
Engine Speed Does Not Return to Idle ................209
A/T Does Not Shift: 5th gear → 4th gear ..............210
A/T Does Not Shift: 4th gear → 3rd gear ..............213
A/T Does Not Shift: 3rd gear → 2nd gear .............214
A/T Does Not Shift: 2nd gear → 1st gear .............216
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake ....219
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM .....................................222
Description ............................................................222
Shift Lock System Electrical Parts Location .........222
Wiring Diagram — A/T — SHIFT ..........................223
Shift Lock Control Unit Reference Values .............224
Component Inspection ..........................................225
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................227
Control Device Removal and Installation ..............227
Adjustment of A/T Position ...................................228
Checking of A/T Position ......................................228
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ..........................................229
Oil Pan ..................................................................229
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature
Sensor 2 ...............................................................231
Rear Oil Seal ........................................................241
AIR BREATHER HOSE ...........................................242
Removal and Installation ......................................242
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ................................244
Removal and Installation (4x2) .............................244
Removal and Installation (4x4) .............................247
OVERHAUL .............................................................250Components .......................................................... 250
Oil Channel ........................................................... 258
Locations of Adjusting Shims, Needle Bearings,
Thrust Washers and Snap Rings .......................... 260
DISASSEMBLY ....................................................... 262
Disassembly .......................................................... 262
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS ...................... 280
Oil Pump ............................................................... 280
Front Sun Gear, 3rd One-Way Clutch ................... 282
Front Carrier, Input Clutch, Rear Internal Gear ..... 284
Mid Sun Gear, Rear Sun Gear, High and Low
Reverse Clutch Hub .............................................. 289
High and Low Reverse Clutch .............................. 294
Direct Clutch ......................................................... 296
ASSEMBLY ............................................................. 298
Assembly (1) ......................................................... 298
Adjustment ............................................................311
Assembly (2) ......................................................... 314
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) .... 321
General Specifications .......................................... 321
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears ..................... 321
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Complete Lock-up ................................................. 322
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Slip Lock-up .......................................................... 322
Stall Speed ............................................................ 322
Line Pressure ........................................................ 322
A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor .............................. 322
Turbine Revolution Sensor .................................... 322
Vehicle Speed Sensor A/T (Revolution Sensor) ... 322
Reverse brake ....................................................... 323
Total End Play ....................................................... 323

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PRECAUTIONS
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Precautions ECS00CDL

Before connecting or disconnecting the A/T assembly har-
ness connector, turn ignition switch “OFF” and disconnect
negative battery cable. Because battery voltage is applied
to TCM even if ignition switch is turned “OFF”.

After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform
“DTC (Diagnostic Trouble Code) CONFIRMATION PROCE-
DURE”.
If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed
in the “DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE”.

Always use the specified brand of ATF. Refer to MA-11, "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS" .

Use paper rags not cloth rags during work.

After replacing the ATF, dispose of the waste oil using the methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.

Before proceeding with disassembly, thoroughly clean the outside of the transmission. It is important to
prevent the internal parts from becoming contaminated by dirt or other foreign matter.

Disassembly should be done in a clean work area.

Use lint-free cloth or towels for wiping parts clean. Common shop rags can leave fibers that could interfere
with the operation of the transmission.

Place disassembled parts in order for easier and proper assembly.

All parts should be carefully cleaned with a general purpose, non-flammable solvent before inspection or
reassembly.

Gaskets, seals and O-rings should be replaced any time the transmission is disassembled.

It is very important to perform functional tests whenever they are indicated.

The valve body contains precision parts and requires extreme care when parts are removed and serviced.
Place disassembled valve body parts in order for easier and proper assembly. Care will also prevent
springs and small parts from becoming scattered or lost.

Properly installed valves, sleeves, plugs, etc. will slide along bores in valve body under their own weight.

Before assembly, apply a coat of recommended ATF to all parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings
and seals, or hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not use grease.

Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings, seals and gaskets when assembling.

Clean or replace ATF cooler if excessive foreign material is found in oil pan or clogging strainer. Refer to
AT- 1 3 , "
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning" .

After overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.

When the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque
converter and ATF cooling system.
Always follow the procedures under “Changing A/T Fluid” in the AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer
to AT-13, "
Changing A/T Fluid" , AT-13, "Checking A/T Fluid" .
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Changing A/T FluidECS00CDQ
Refer to MA-24, "Changing A/T Fluid" .
Checking A/T FluidECS0 0CD R
Refer to MA-22, "Checking A/T Fluid" .
A/T Fluid Cooler CleaningECS00CDS
Whenever an automatic transmission is repaired, overhauled, or 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 A/T fluid. In either case,
malfunction of the newly serviced A/T may result.
Debris, if present, may build up as A/T fluid 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 fluid cooler hoses.
3. Disconnect the 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 A/T fluid 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 fluid 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.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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A/T FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check

Inspect for fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to AT - 1 3 , "Checking A/T Fluid" .
Fluid Condition Check
Inspect the fluid condition.
STALL TEST
Stall Test Procedure
1. Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
2. Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the A/
T fluid temperature is 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F). Inspect the
amount of ATF. Replenish if necessary.
3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
4. Engine start, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D”
position.
5. While holding down the foot brake, gradually press down the
accelerator pedal.
6. Quickly read off the stall speed, then quickly remove your foot
from the accelerator pedal.
CAUTION:
Do not hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 sec-
onds during this test.
7. Move the selector lever to the “N” position.
8. Cool down the ATF.
Fluid condition 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 fluidReplace 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.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS
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3. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT-231, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT - 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 4.
4. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM

Check the malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT-60,
"Symptom Chart" (Symptom No.58).
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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SYMPTOM:
Vehicle moves forward or backward when selecting “N” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK PNP SWITCH CIRCUIT
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 8 5 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" .
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate PNP switch?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to AT-104, "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION
SWITCH" .
NO >> GO TO 2.
2. CHECK CONTROL CABLE
Check the control cable.

Refer to AT-228, "Checking of A/T Position" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to AT-228, "
Adjustment of A/
T Position" .
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3. CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Refill ATF.
4. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT-231, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Check the malfunction items. If any items are damaged,
repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT-60, "
Symp-
tom Chart" (Symptom No.60).
5. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 4 , "
Check at Idle" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 6.
6. PERFORM TCM INSPECTION
1. Perform TCM input/output signals inspection. Refer to AT-82, "
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Val-
ues" .
2. If NG, recheck A/T assembly harness connector terminals for damage or loose connection with harness
connector.
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
Large Shock (“N” to “D” Position)ECS00CK7
SYMPTOM:
A noticeable shock occurs when the selector lever is shifted from the “N” to “D” position.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE
1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS
Perform self-diagnosis. Refer to AT- 8 5 , "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" .
Do the self-diagnostic results indicate A/T fluid temperature sensor, engine speed signal, accelerator pedal
position sensor, ATF pressure switch 1, front brake solenoid valve, CAN communication line?
YES >> Check the malfunctioning system. Refer to AT-126, "DTC P1710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE
SENSOR CIRCUIT" , AT- 11 3 , "DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL" ., AT- 1 2 3 , "DTC P1705
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6. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT-231, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 2 6 2 , "
Disassembly" .
3. Check the following items:
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT-280, "Oil Pump" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
7. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT-231, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 2 6 2 , "
Disassembly" .
3. Check the following items:
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT-280, "Oil Pump" .
–Power train system. Refer to AT- 2 6 2 , "Disassembly" .
–Transmission case. Refer to AT - 2 6 2 , "Disassembly" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
8. CHECK A/T FLUID CONDITION
1. Remove oil pan. Refer to AT-231, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor 2" .
2. Check A/T fluid condition. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> GO TO 9.
9. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM

Check the malfunction items. If any items are damaged, repair or replace damaged parts. Refer to AT-60,
"Symptom Chart" (Symptom No.1).
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 10.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
10. CHECK SYMPTOM
Check again. Refer to AT- 5 4 , "
Check at Idle" .
OK or NG
OK >>INSPECTION END
NG >> GO TO 11.
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3. CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR
Check accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor. Refer to AT-123, "
DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SEN-
SOR"
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Repair or replace accelerator pedal position (APP) sensor.
4. CHECK A/T FLUID LEVEL
Check A/T fluid level. Refer to AT- 1 3 , "
Checking A/T Fluid" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 5.
NG >> Refill ATF.
5. CHECK LINE PRESSURE
Check line pressure at the engine stall point. Refer to AT-51, "
LINE
PRESSURE TEST" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG - 1 >> Line pressure high. GO TO 6.
NG - 2 >> Line pressure low. GO TO 7.
6. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM
1. Check control valve with TCM. Refer to AT-231, "
Control Valve With TCM and A/T Fluid Temperature Sen-
sor 2" .
2. Disassemble A/T. Refer to AT- 2 6 2 , "
Disassembly" .
3. Check the following items:
–Oil pump assembly. Refer to AT-280, "Oil Pump" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 8.
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.
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