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CONTENTS
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................6
INDEX FOR DTC .................................................6
Alphabetical Index .....................................................6
DTC No. Index ..........................................................6
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................8
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
8
Precaution for On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System
of A/T and Engine .....................................................
8
Precaution .................................................................8
Service Notice or Precaution .....................................9
PREPARATION ..................................................11
Special Service Tool ...............................................11
Commercial Service Tool ........................................12
A/T FLUID ...........................................................13
Changing Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ......13
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) .......13
A/T Fluid Cooler Cleaning .......................................15
A/T CONTROL SYSTEM ....................................19
Cross-Sectional View (2WD models) ......................19
Cross-Sectional View (4WD models) ......................20
Shift Mechanism ......................................................20
TCM Function ..........................................................31
CAN Communication ...............................................32
Input/Output Signal of TCM .....................................33
Line Pressure Control .............................................33
Shift Control ............................................................35
Lock-up Control .......................................................36
Engine Brake Control ..............................................37
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) ............................41
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS ....................................43
DTC Inspection Priority Chart ..................................43
Fail-Safe ..................................................................43
How To Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and
Accurate Repair .......................................................
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A/T Electrical Parts Location ...................................50
Circuit Diagram ........................................................51
Inspections Before Trouble Diagnosis .....................51
Check Before Engine Is Started ..............................55
Check at Idle ............................................................55
Cruise Test - Part 1 .................................................56
Cruise Test - Part 2 .................................................58
Cruise Test - Part 3 .................................................59
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears .......................59
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Complete Lock-up ...................................................
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Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Slip Lock-up .............................................................
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Symptom Chart ........................................................60
TCM Input/Output Signal Reference Value .............82
CONSULT-II Function (A/T) ....................................83
DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE .....91
Description ...............................................................91
On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................91
Possible Cause ........................................................91
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................91
Wiring Diagram - AT - CAN .....................................92
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................93
DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT .............94
Description ...............................................................94
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ........................................................................
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .......................................94
Possible Cause ........................................................94
DTC Confirmation Procedure ..................................94
Wiring Diagram - AT - STSIG ..................................95
Diagnosis Procedure ...............................................95
AT-4
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................152
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................152
DTC P1845 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 5 ........154
Description .............................................................154
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................154
Possible Cause ......................................................154
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................154
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................154
DTC P1846 ATF PRESSURE SWITCH 6 ........156
Description .............................................................156
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................156
Possible Cause ......................................................156
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................156
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................156
MAIN POWER SUPPLY AND GROUND CIR-
CUIT .................................................................
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Wiring Diagram - AT - MAIN ..................................158
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................159
CLOSED THROTTLE POSITION AND WIDE
OPEN THROTTLE POSITION CIRCUIT .........
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CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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Diagnosis Procedure .............................................161
BRAKE SIGNAL CIRCUIT ..............................162
CONSULT-II Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
162
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................162
TOW MODE SWITCH ......................................163
Description .............................................................163
Wiring Diagram - AT - TMSW ................................163
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................164
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS .....165
Wiring Diagram - AT - NONDTC ............................165
A/T Check Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On .....167
Engine Cannot Be Started in "P" or "N" Position ...168
In "P" Position, Vehicle Moves When Pushed .......168
In "N" Position, Vehicle Moves ..............................169
Large Shock ("N" to "D" Position) ..........................170
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in "R" Position ..172
Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in "D" Position ..175
Vehicle Cannot Be Started from D1 .......................177
A/T Does Not Shift: D1→ D2 ..................................179
A/T Does Not Shift: D2→ D3 ..................................181
A/T Does Not Shift: D3→ D4 ..................................183
A/T Does Not Shift: D4→ D5 ..................................185
A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up .............................187
A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition ...................189
Lock-up Is Not Released .......................................190
Engine Speed Does Not Return to Idle .................191
A/T Does Not Shift: 5th gear → 4th gear ..............192
A/T Does Not Shift: 4th gear → 3rd gear ..............194
A/T Does Not Shift: 3rd gear → 2nd gear .............196
A/T Does Not Shift: 2nd gear → 1st gear .............197
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine Brake ....199
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM ..............................202
Description ............................................................202
Shift Lock System Electrical Parts Location ..........202
Wiring Diagram - AT - SHIFT ................................203
Shift Lock Control Unit Reference Value ..............204
Component Inspection ..........................................204
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM .............................207
Control Device Removal and Installation ..............207
Adjustment of A/T Position ....................................208
Checking of A/T Position .......................................208
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE ...................................209
Oil Pan ..................................................................209
Control Valve with TCM and A/T Fluid Tempera-
ture Sensor 2 ........................................................
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Rear Oil Seal .........................................................219
AIR BREATHER HOSE ....................................221
Removal and Installation .......................................221
TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY ..........................223
Removal and Installation (2WD) ...........................223
Removal and Installation (4WD) ...........................225
OVERHAUL ......................................................228
Component ...........................................................228
Oil Channel ...........................................................235
Location of Adjusting Shims, Needle Bearings,
Thrust Washers and Snap Rings ..........................
237
DISASSEMBLY ................................................240
Disassembly ..........................................................240
REPAIR FOR COMPONENT PARTS ..............258
Oil Pump ...............................................................258
Front Sun Gear, 3rd One-Way Clutch ...................260
Front Carrier, Input Clutch, Rear Internal Gear .....262
Mid Sun Gear, Rear Sun Gear, High and Low Re-
verse Clutch Hub ..................................................
267
High and Low Reverse Clutch ..............................272
Direct Clutch .........................................................274
ASSEMBLY ......................................................277
Assembly (1) .........................................................277
Adjustment ............................................................290
Assembly (2) .........................................................292
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ................................................................
298
General Specification ............................................298
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears .....................298
Vehicle Speed When Performing and Releasing
Complete Lock-up .................................................
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Stall Speed ............................................................299
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PRECAUTIONS
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000003532218
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SRS section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
Precaution for On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of A/T and EngineINFOID:0000000003532219
The ECM has an on board diagnostic system. It will light up the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) to warn the
driver of a malfunction causing emission deterioration.
CAUTION:
• Be sure to turn the ignition switch “OFF” and disconnect the negative battery cable before any repair
or inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves, etc. Will
cause the MIL to light up.
• Be sure to connect and lock the connectors securely after work. A loose (unlocked) connector will
cause the MIL to light up due to an open circuit. (Be sure the connector is free from water, grease,
dirt, bent terminals, etc.)
• Be sure to route and secure the harnesses properly after work. Interference of the harness with a
bracket, etc. May cause the MIL to light up due to a short circuit.
• Be sure to connect rubber tubes properly after work. A misconnected or disconnected rubber tube
may cause the MIL to light up due to a malfunction of the EGR system or fuel injection system, etc.
• Be sure to erase the unnecessary malfunction information (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
PrecautionINFOID:0000000003532220
•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”.
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•After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform “DTC
(Diagnostic Trouble Code) CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE”.
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-10
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• 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 pre-
vent 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-
15, "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 con-
verter 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 Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)", AT-13, "Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
(ATF)".
Service Notice or PrecautionINFOID:0000000003532221
ATF COOLER SERVICE
If A/T fluid contains frictional material (clutches, bands, etc.), or if an A/T is repaired, overhauled, or replaced,
inspect and clean the A/T fluid cooler mounted in the radiator or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines using
cleaning solvent and compressed air after repair. For A/T fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to AT-15, "
A/T
Fluid Cooler Cleaning". For radiator replacement, refer to CO-13.
CHECKING AND CHANGING A/T FLUID SERVICE
Increase ATF temperature by 80°C (176°F) once, and then check ATF level in 65°C (149°F) when adjusting
ATF level.
NOTE:
JA60 uses both systems of a water-cooling and of an air-cooling. Air-cooling system has a by-pass valve.
When ATF temperature is not over 50°C (122°F) with water-cooling system OFF, it does not flow to air-cooling
system. If ATF level is set without the flow of ATF, the level will be 10mm lower than the standard. Therefore,
piping should be filled with ATF when adjusting level.
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSIS
• A/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in combination with the ECM. Refer to the table on AT-83,
"CONSULT-II Function (A/T)" for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic result.
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A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
CONTROL SYSTEM DIAGRAM
CAN CommunicationINFOID:0000000003532231
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CAN (Controller Area Network) is a serial communication line for real time application. It is an on-vehicle mul-
tiplex communication line with high data communication speed and excellent error detection ability. Many elec-
tronic control units are equipped onto a vehicle, and each control unit shares information and links with other
control units during operation (not independent). In CAN communication, control units are connected with 2
communication lines (CAN H line, CAN L line) allowing a high rate of information transmission with less wiring.
Each control unit transmits/receives data but selectively reads required data only. For details, refer to LAN-4,
"CAN Communication System".
SENSORS (or SIGNALS)
⇒TCM
⇒ACTUATORS
PNP switch
Accelerator pedal position sensor
Closed throttle position signal
Wide open throttle position signal
Engine speed signal
A/T fluid temperature sensor
Revolution sensor
Vehicle speed signal
Stop lamp switch signal
Turbine revolution sensor
1st position switch signal
4th position switch signal
ATF pressure switch signal
Tow mode switch signalShift 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 systemInput clutch solenoid valve
Direct clutch solenoid valve
Front brake solenoid valve
High and low reverse clutch sole-
noid valve
Low coast brake solenoid valve
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
A/T CHECK indicator lamp
Starter relay
Back-up lamp relay
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IntroductionINFOID:0000000003532238
The A/T system has two self-diagnostic systems.
The first is the emission-related on board diagnostic system (OBD-II) performed by the TCM in combination
with the ECM. The malfunction is indicated by the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp) and is stored as a DTC in
the ECM memory but not the TCM memory.
The second is the TCM original self-diagnosis indicated by the A/T CHECK indicator lamp. The malfunction is
stored in the TCM memory. The detected items are overlapped with OBD-II self-diagnostic items. For detail,
refer to AT-83, "
CONSULT-II Function (A/T)".
OBD-II Function for A/T SystemINFOID:0000000003532239
The ECM provides emission-related on board diagnostic (OBD-II) functions for the A/T system. One function
is to receive a signal from the TCM used with OBD-related parts of the A/T system. The signal is sent to the
ECM when a malfunction occurs in the corresponding OBD-related part. The other function is to indicate a
diagnostic result by means of the MIL (malfunction indicator lamp) on the instrument panel. Sensors, switches
and solenoid valves are used as sensing elements.
The MIL automatically illuminates in One or Two Trip Detection Logic when a malfunction is sensed in relation
to A/T system parts.
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-IIINFOID:0000000003532240
ONE TRIP DETECTION LOGIC
If a malfunction is sensed during the first test drive, the MIL will illuminate and the malfunction will be stored in
the ECM memory as a DTC. The TCM is not provided with such a memory function.
TWO TRIP DETECTION LOGIC
When a malfunction is sensed during the first test drive, it is stored in the ECM memory as a 1st trip DTC
(diagnostic trouble code) or 1st trip freeze frame data. At this point, the MIL will not illuminate. — 1st Trip
If the same malfunction as that experienced during the first test drive is sensed during the second test drive,
the MIL will illuminate. — 2nd Trip
The “Trip” in the “One or Two Trip Detection Logic” means a driving mode in which self-diagnosis is performed
during vehicle operation.
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)INFOID:0000000003532241
HOW TO READ DTC AND 1ST TRIP DTC
DTC and 1st trip DTC can be read by the following methods.
( with CONSULT-II or GST) CONSULT-II or GST (Generic Scan Tool) Examples: P0705, P0720 etc.
These DTC are prescribed by SAE J2012.
(CONSULT-II also displays the malfunctioning component or system.)
•1st trip DTC No. is the same as DTC No.
•Output of the diagnostic trouble code indicates that the indicated circuit has a malfunction. How-
ever, in case of the Mode II and GST, they do not indicate whether the malfunction is still occurring or
occurred in the past and returned to normal.
CONSULT-II can identify them as shown below, therefore, CONSULT-II (if available) is recommended.
A sample of CONSULT-II display for DTC and 1st trip DTC is shown
on the next page. DTC or 1st trip DTC of a malfunction is displayed
in SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS mode for “ENGINE” with CON-
SULT-II. Time data indicates how many times the vehicle was driven
after the last detection of a DTC.
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•System readiness test (SRT) codes
•Test values
HOW TO ERASE DTC (WITH CONSULT-II)
•If a DTC is displayed for both ECM and TCM, it is necessary to be erased for both ECM and TCM.
1. If the ignition switch stays “ON” after repair work, be sure to turn ignition switch “OFF” once. Wait at least
10 seconds and then turn it “ON” (engine stopped) again.
2. Turn CONSULT-II “ON” and touch “A/T”.
3. Touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”.
4. Touch “ERASE”. (The DTC in the TCM will be erased.) Then touch “BACK” twice.
5. Touch “ENGINE”.
6. Touch “SELF-DIAG RESULTS”.
7. Touch “ERASE”. (The DTC in the ECM will be erased.)
HOW TO ERASE DTC (WITH GST)
1. If the ignition switch stays “ON” after repair work, be sure to turn ignition switch “OFF” once. Wait at least
10 seconds and then turn it “ON” (engine stopped) again.
2. Select Mode 4 with the Generic Scan Tool (GST). For details refer to EC-122, "
Generic Scan Tool (GST)
Function".
HOW TO ERASE DTC (NO TOOLS)
1. Disconnect battery for 24 hours.
2. Reconnect battery.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)INFOID:0000000003532242
DESCRIPTION
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
DTC Inspection Priority ChartINFOID:0000000003532243
If some DTCs are displayed at the same time, perform inspections one by one based on the following priority
chart.
NOTE:
If DTC U1000 is displayed with other DTCs, first perform the trouble diagnosis for DTC U1000. Refer to
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Fail-SafeINFOID:0000000003532244
The TCM has an electrical fail-safe mode. This mode makes it possible to operate even if there is an error in a
main electronic control input/output signal circuit. In fail-safe mode the transmission is fixed in 2nd, 4th or 5th
(depending on the breakdown position), so the customer should feel “slipping” or “poor acceleration”.
Even when the electronic circuits are normal, under special conditions (for example, when slamming on the
brake with the wheels spinning drastically and stopping the tire rotation), the transmission can go into fail-safe
mode. If this happens, switch “OFF” the ignition switch for 10 seconds, then switch it “ON” again to return to
the normal shift pattern. Therefore, the customer's vehicle has returned to normal, so handle according to the
“diagnostics flow” (Refer to AT-44, "
How To Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate Repair").
FAIL-SAFE FUNCTION
If any malfunction occurs in a sensor or solenoid, this function controls the A/T to mark driving possible.
Vehicle Speed Sensor
• Signals are input from two systems - from vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) installed on the
transmission and from combination meter so normal driving is possible even if there is a malfunction in one
of the systems. And if vehicle speed sensor A/T (revolution sensor) has unusual cases, 5th gear is prohib-
ited.
Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor
• If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM according
to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow sys-
tems, the engine speed is fixed by ECM to a pre-determined engine speed to make driving possible.
Throttle Position Sensor
• If there is a malfunction in one of the systems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by ECM according
to a pre-determined accelerator angle to make driving possible. And if there are malfunctions in tow sys-
tems, the accelerator opening angle is controlled by the idle signal sent from the ECM which is based on
input indicating either idle condition or off-idle condition (pre-determined accelerator opening) in order to
make driving possible.
PNP Switch
• In the unlikely event that a malfunction signal enters the TCM, the position indicator is switched “OFF”, the
starter relay is switched “OFF” (starter starting is disabled), the back-up lamp relay switched “OFF” (back-up
lamp is OFF) and the position is fixed to the “D” range to make driving possible.
Starter Relay
• The starter relay is switched “OFF”. (Starter starting is disabled.)
A/T Interlock
• If there is an A/T interlock judgment malfunction, the transmission is fixed in 2nd gear to make driving possi-
ble.
NOTE:
When the vehicle is driven fixed in 2nd gear, a turbine revolution sensor malfunction is displayed,
but this is not a turbine revolution sensor malfunction.
• When the coupling pattern below is detected, the fail-safe action corresponding to the pattern is performed.
A/T INTERLOCK COUPLING PATTERN TABLE
Priority Detected items (DTC)
1 U1000 CAN communication line
2 Except above