CVT-4
DTC P1740 LOCK-UP SELECT SOLENOID
VALVE CIRCUIT ..............................................
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Description .............................................................132
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................132
Possible Cause ......................................................132
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................132
Wiring Diagram - CVT - L/USSV ............................133
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................134
Component Inspection ...........................................135
DTC P1745 LINE PRESSURE CONTROL ......136
Description .............................................................136
On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................136
Possible Cause ......................................................136
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................136
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................136
DTC P1777 STEP MOTOR - CIRCUIT ............137
Description .............................................................137
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................137
Possible Cause ......................................................137
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................137
Wiring Diagram - CVT - STM .................................138
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................139
Component Inspection ...........................................140
DTC P1778 STEP MOTOR - FUNCTION ........141
Description .............................................................141
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
141
On Board Diagnosis Logic .....................................141
Possible Cause ......................................................141
DTC Confirmation Procedure ................................141
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................142
OVERDRIVE CONTROL SWITCH ..................143
Description .............................................................143
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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Wiring Diagram - CVT - ODSW .............................144
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................144
Component Inspection ...........................................146
SHIFT POSITION INDICATOR CIRCUIT ........148
Description .............................................................148
CONSULT-III Reference Value in Data Monitor
Mode ......................................................................
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Diagnosis Procedure .............................................148
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS .....149
Wiring Diagram - CVT - NONDTC .........................149
O/D OFF Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On ......151
Engine Cannot Be Started in "P" and "N" Position .153
In "P" Position, Vehicle Moves Forward or Back-
ward When Pushed ...............................................
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In "N" Position, Vehicle Moves ..............................154
Large Shock "N" → "R" Position ...........................154
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in "R" Position .155
Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in "D" or "L" Po-
sition ......................................................................
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Vehicle Speed Does Not Change in "L" Position ..157
Vehicle Speed Does Not Change in overdrive-off
mode .....................................................................
158
Vehicle Speed Does Not Change in "D" Position .159
Vehicle Does Not Decelerate by Engine Brake ....159
TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE ...........161
Removal and Installation .......................................161
CVT SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM .............................162
Description ............................................................162
Shift Lock System Electrical Parts Location ..........162
Wiring Diagram - CVT - SHIFT .............................163
Diagnosis Procedure .............................................163
SHIFT CONTROL SYSTEM .............................167
Removal and Installation .......................................167
Control Device Disassembly and Assembly .........170
Selector Lever Knob Removal and Installation .....170
Adjustment of CVT Position ..................................171
Checking of CVT Position .....................................171
KEY INTERLOCK CABLE ...............................173
Removal and Installation .......................................173
AIR BREATHER HOSE ....................................176
Removal and Installation .......................................176
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL .....................177
Removal and Installation .......................................177
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ...............................178
Removal and Installation .......................................178
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ................................................................
181
General Specification ............................................181
Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears .....................181
Stall Speed ............................................................181
Line Pressure ........................................................181
Solenoid Valves ....................................................182
CVT Fluid Temperature Sensor ............................182
Primary Speed Sensor ..........................................182
Secondary Speed Sensor .....................................182
Removal and Installation .......................................182
PRECAUTIONS
CVT-11
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•Before replacing TCM, perform TCM input/output signal
inspection and make sure whether TCM functions properly or
not. CVT-45, "
TCM Terminal and Reference Value".
•After performing each TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS, perform “DTC
Confirmation Procedure”.
If the repair is completed the DTC should not be displayed in
the “DTC Confirmation Procedure”.
• Always use the specified brand of CVT fluid. Refer to MA-10, "
Flu-
ids and Lubricants".
• Use lint-free paper, not cloth rags, during work.
• After replacing the CVT fluid, dispose of the waste oil using the
methods prescribed by law, ordinance, etc.
Service Notice or PrecautionINFOID:0000000001703430
CVT FLUID COOLER SERVICE
If CVT fluid contains friction material (clutches, brakes, etc.), or if an CVT is replaced, inspect and clean the
CVT fluid cooler mounted in the radiator or replace the radiator. Flush cooler lines using cleaning solvent and
compressed air after repair. For CVT fluid cooler cleaning procedure, refer to CVT-14, "
CVT Fluid Cooler
Cleaning". For radiator replacement, refer to CO-11.
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSIS
• CVT self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in combination with the ECM. The results can be read through
the blinking pattern of the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Refer to the table on CVT-47, "
CONSULT-III
Function (TRANSMISSION)" for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic result.
• The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL are automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM memo-
ries.
Always perform the procedure on CVT-26, "
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)" to complete the
repair and avoid unnecessary blinking of the MIL.
For details of OBD-II, refer to EC-46
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•Certain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use the new style slide-lock-
ing type harness connector. For description and how to disconnect, refer to PG-65
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MEF040DA
SEF217U
CVT FLUID
CVT-13
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CVT FLUID
Checking CVT FluidINFOID:0000000001703433
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Fluid level should be checked with the fluid warmed up to 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F).
1. Check for fluid leakage.
2. With the engine warmed up, drive the vehicle to warm up the
CVT fluid. When ambient temperature is 20°C (68°F), it takes
about 10 minutes for the CVT fluid to warm up to 50 to 80°C
(122 to 176°F).
3. Park the vehicle on a level surface and set the parking brake.
4. With engine at idle, while depressing brake pedal, move the
selector lever throughout the entire shift range and return it to
the “P” position.
5. Press the tab on the CVT fluid level gauge to release the lock
and pull out the CVT fluid level gauge from the CVT fluid charg-
ing pipe.
6. Wipe fluid off the CVT fluid level gauge. Then rotate the CVT
fluid level gauge 180° and re-insert it into the CVT charging pipe
as far as it will go.
CAUTION:
Always use lint free paper towels to wipe fluid off the CVT
fluid level gauge.
7. Remove the CVT fluid level gauge and check that the fluid level
is within the specified range as shown. If the fluid level is at or
below the low side of the range, add the necessary specified
NISSAN CVT fluid through the CVT charging pipe.
CAUTION:
• Only use specified NISSAN CVT fluid.
• Do not overfill the CVT.
8. Install the CVT fluid level gauge to the CVT fluid charging pipe until it locks.
CAUTION:
When CVT fluid level gauge is installed into the CVT fluid charging pipe, make sure that the CVT
fluid level gauge is securely locked in place.
SMA146B
SCIA1933E
SCIA1931E
Fluid grade: Refer to MA-10, "Fluids and Lubri-
cants".
SCIA1932E
CVT-14
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CVT FLUID
FLUID CONDITION CHECK
Changing CVT FluidINFOID:0000000001703434
1. Warm up CVT fluid by driving the vehicle for 10 minutes.
• : Vehicle front
• Radiator (2)
• CVT fluid cooler hose [inlet side (3)]
• Transaxle assembly (4)
2. Drain CVT fluid from CVT fluid cooler hose [outlet side (1)] and
refill with new specified NISSAN CVT fluid in the CVT fluid
charging pipe with the engine running at idle speed.
CAUTION:
Only use the specified NISSAN CVT fluid.
3. Refill until new CVT fluid comes out from CVT fluid cooler hose [outlet side (1)].
NOTE:
About 30 to 50% extra fluid will be required for this procedure.
4. Check fluid level and condition. Refer to MA-19, "
Checking CVT Fluid".
CAUTION:
Delete CVT fluid deterioration date with CONSULT-III after changing CVT fluid. Refer to CVT-47,
"CONSULT-III Function (TRANSMISSION)".
CVT Fluid Cooler CleaningINFOID:0000000001703435
Whenever a CVT is repaired, overhauled, or replaced, the CVT fluid cooler mounted in the radiator must be
inspected and cleaned.
Metal debris and friction material, if present, can be trapped or become deposit in the CVT fluid cooler. This
debris can contaminate the newly serviced CVT or, in severe cases, can block or restrict the flow of CVT fluid.
In either case, malfunction of the newly serviced CVT may occur.
Debris, if present, may deposit as CVT 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.
CVT FLUID COOLER CLEANING PROCEDURE
1. Identify the CVT inlet and outlet fluid cooler hoses.
2. Position an oil pan under the inlet and outlet cooler hoses.
Fluid status Conceivable cause Required operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state)Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the CVT fluid and check the
CVT main unit and the vehicle for
malfunctions (wire harness, cooler
pipes, etc.)
Milky white or cloudy Water in the fluid Replace the CVT fluid and check for
places where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
in fluidUnusual wear of
sliding parts within
CVTReplace the CVT fluid and check for
improper operation of the CVT.
ATA0022D
Fluid capacity and grade: Refer to MA-10, "Fluids
and Lubricants".SCIA6088E
CVT-20
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CVT SYSTEM
Hydraulic Control System
INFOID:0000000001703438
TCM FunctionINFOID:0000000001703439
The function of the TCM is to:
• Receive input signals sent from various switches and sensors.
• Determine required line pressure, shifting point, and lock-up operation.
• Send required output signals to the step motor and the respective solenoids.
CONTROL SYSTEM OUTLINE
The CVT senses vehicle operating conditions through various sensors. It always controls the optimum shift
position and reduces shifting and lock-up shocks.
SCIA1807E
SENSORS (or SIGNAL)
⇒TCM
⇒ACTUATORS
PNP switch
Accelerator pedal position signal
Closed throttle position signal
Engine speed signal
CVT fluid temperature sensor
Vehicle speed signal
Overdrive control signal
Stop lamp switch signal
Primary speed sensor
Secondary speed sensor
Primary pressure sensor
Secondary pressure sensorShift control
Line pressure control
Primary pressure control
Secondary pressure control
Lock-up control
Engine brake control
Vehicle speed control
Fail-safe control
Self-diagnosis
CONSULT-III communication
line
Duet-EA control
CAN system
On board diagnosisSte p m ot or
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve
Lock-up select solenoid valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
Secondary pressure solenoid
valve
Shift position indicator
O/D OFF indicator lamp
Starter relay
CVT SYSTEM
CVT-23
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Optimize the line pressure and secondary pressure, depending on driving conditions, on the basis of the throt-
tle position, the engine speed, the primary pulley (input) revolution speed, the secondary pulley (output) revo-
lution speed, the brake signal, the PNP switch signal, the lock-up signal, the voltage, the target gear ratio, the
fluid temperature, and the fluid pressure.
FEEDBACK CONTROL
When controlling the normal fluid pressure or the selected fluid pressure, the secondary pressure can be set
more accurately by using the fluid pressure sensor to detect the secondary pressure and controlling the feed-
back.
Shift ControlINFOID:0000000001703443
In order to select the gear ratio which can obtain the driving force in accordance with driver's intention and the
vehicle condition, TCM monitors the driving conditions, such as the vehicle speed and the throttle position and
selects the optimum gear ratio, and determines the gear change steps to the gear ratio. Then send the com-
mand to the step motor, and control the flow-in/flow-out of line pressure from the primary pulley to determine
the position of the moving-pulley and control the gear ratio.
NOTE:
The gear ratio is set for every position separately.
“D” POSITION
Shifting over all the ranges of gear ratios from the lowest to the high-
est.
OVERDRIVE-OFF MODE
Use this position for the improved engine braking.
“L” POSITION
SCIA7958E
SCIA1953E
CVT-32
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
Diagnostic Worksheet Chart
Customer name MR/MS Model & Year VIN
Trans. Model Engine Mileage
malfunction Date Manuf. Date In Service Date
Frequency❏ Continuous❏ Intermittent ( times a day)
Symptoms❏ Vehicle does not move. (❏ Any position❏ Particular position)
❏ No shift
❏ Lock-up malfunction
❏ Shift shock or slip (❏ N → D❏ N → R❏ Lock-up❏ Any drive position)
❏ Noise or vibration
❏ No pattern select
❏ Others
()
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)❏ Continuously lit❏ Not lit
1❏ Read the item on cautions concerning fail-safe and understand the customer's complaint.CVT-29
2❏ CVT fluid inspection
CVT-36❏ Leak (Repair leak location.)
❏ Sta te
❏ Amount
3❏ Stall test and line pressure test
CVT-36
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CVT-36
❏ Stall test
❏ Torque converter one-way clutch
❏ Reverse brake
❏ Forward clutch
❏ Steel belt❏ Engine
❏ Line pressure low
❏ Primary pulley
❏ Secondary pulley
❏ Line pressure inspection - Suspected part:
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
CVT-37
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• Inspect for fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to MA-19, "Checking CVT 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
CVT fluid temperature is 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F). Inspect the
amount of CVT fluid. Replenish if necessary.
3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
•It is good practice to mark the point of specified engine
rpm on indicator.
5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in “D”
position.
Fluid status Conceivable cause Required operation
Varnished (viscous
varnish state)Clutch, brake
scorchedReplace the CVT fluid and check the
CVT main unit and the vehicle for
malfunctions (wire harnesses, cool-
er pipes, etc.)
Milky white or
cloudyWater in the fluidReplace the CVT fluid and check for
places where water is getting in.
Large amount of
metal powder mixed
inUnusual wear of
sliding parts within
CVTReplace the CVT fluid and check for
improper operation of the CVT.
SAT638A
SAT647B
SAT513G
SAT775B