2011 NISSAN TIIDA Clutch pedal

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A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
TCM Function
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The function of the TCM is to:
• Receive input signals sent from various switches and sensors.
• Determine required line pressure, shifting poi nt, lock-up operation, and engine brake operation.
• Send required output signals to the respective solenoids.
CONTROL SYSTEM OUTLINE
The automatic transaxle senses vehicle operating conditions through various sensors or signals. It always
controls the optimum shift position and reduces shifting and lock-up shocks.
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SWITCHES & SENSORS
⇒TCM
⇒ACTUATORS
Transmission range switch
Accelerator pedal position signal
Closed throttle position signal
Wide open throttle position signal
Engine speed signal
A/T fluid temperature sensor
Output speed sensor
Input speed sensor
Vehicle speed signal
Overdrive control switch signal
Stop lamp switch signal Shift control
Line pressure control
Lock-up control
Overrun clutch control
Fail-safe control
Self-diagnosis
CONSULT-III communication
line control
Shift solenoid valve A
Shift solenoid valve B
Overrun clutch solenoid valve
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
OD OFF indicator lamp
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A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
*1: Output speed sensor
*2: Spare for accelerator pedal position signal
*3: If these input and output signals are different, the TCM triggers the fail-safe function.
*4: Used as a condition for starting self-diagnostics; if self-diagnosis are not started, it is judged that there is some kind of error.
*5: Input by CAN communications.
*6: Output by CAN communications.
Line Pressure ControlINFOID:0000000005928078
• TCM has various line pressure control char acteristics to match the driving conditions.
• An ON-OFF duty signal is sent to the line pres sure solenoid valve based on TCM characteristics.
• Hydraulic pressure on the clutch and brake is electronically controlled through the line pressure solenoid valve to accommodate engine torque. This results in smooth shift operation.
NORMAL CONTROL
The characteristic of the line pressure to the throttle opening is set
for suitable clutch operation.
BACK-UP CONTROL (ENGINE BRAKE)
If the selector lever is shifted to “2” position while driving in D4 or D3,
great driving force is applied to the clutch inside the transaxle. Clutch
operating pressure (line pressure) must be increased to deal with
this driving force.
DURING SHIFT CHANGE
Out-
put Shift solenoid valve A/B
X(*3) X X
Line pressure solenoid X (*3) X X
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve X(
*3 ) X X
Overrun clutch solenoid valve XX (*3) X X
OD OFF indicator lamp
(*6)XX
Control item
Line
pressure
control Vehicle
speed
control Shift
control Lock-up
control Engine
brake
control Fail-safe
function Self-diag-
nostics
function
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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
• A/T fluid viscosity and frictional characteristics of t he clutch facing change with A/T fluid temperature. Clutch
engaging or band-contacting pressure is compensated for, according to A/T fluid temperature, to stabilize
shifting quality.
• The line pressure is reduced below 60 °C (140° F) to prevent shift-
ing shock due to high viscosity of A/T fluid when temperature is
low.
• Line pressure is increased to a maximum irrespective of the throt- tle opening when A/T 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 A/T fluid viscosity at low temper-
ature.
Shift ControlINFOID:0000000005928079
The shift is regulated entirely by electronic cont rol to accommodate vehicle speed and varying engine opera-
tions. This is accomplished by electrical signals trans mitted by the output speed sensor and the ECM (acceler-
ator pedal position sensor). This results in improved acceleration performance and fuel economy.
CONTROL OF SHIFT SOLENOID VALVES A AND B
The TCM activates shift solenoid valves A and B according to sig-
nals from the accelerator pedal position sensor and output speed
sensor to select the optimum gear position on the basis of the shift
schedule memorized in the TCM.
The shift solenoid valve performs simple ON-OFF operation. When
set to “ON”, the drain circuit closes and pilot pressure is applied to
the shift valve.
RELATION BETWEEN SHIFT SOLENOID VALVES A AND B AND GEAR POSITIONS
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A/T CONTROL SYSTEM
CONTROL OF SHIFT VALVES A AND B
Pilot pressure generated by the operation of shift solenoid valves A and B is applied to the end face of shift
valves A and B.
The figure above shows the operation of shift valve B. When the shift solenoid valve is “ON”, pilot pressure
applied to the end face of the shift valve overcomes spring force, moving the valve upward.
Lock-up ControlINFOID:0000000005928080
The torque converter clutch piston in the torque conver ter is locked to eliminate torque converter slip and to
increase power transmission efficiency. The solenoid va lve is controlled by an ON-OFF duty signal sent from
the TCM. The signal is converted to an oil pressure si gnal which controls the torque converter clutch piston.
CONDITIONS FOR LOCK-UP OPERATION
When vehicle is driven in 3GR and 4GR positions, v ehicle speed and throttle opening are detected. If the
detected values fall within the lock-up zone me morized in the TCM, lock-up is performed.
TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE CONTROL
Gear position123 4
Shift solenoid valve A ON (Closed)OFF (Open)OFF (Open) ON (Closed)
Shift solenoid valve B ON (Closed)ON (Closed) OFF (Open) OFF (Open)
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OD ONOFF
Selector lever “D” position
Gear position D
4D3
Vehicle speed signal More than set value
Accelerator pedal position signal Less than set opening
Closed throttle position signal OFF
A/T fluid temperature sensor More than 40°C (104 °F)
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z : Solenoid ON
× : Solenoid OFF
–: Non-standard condition
Line Pressure Solenoid Valve
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, line pre ssure solenoid valve is turned OFF to achieve maxi-
mum oil pressure.
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, torque conv erter clutch solenoid valve is turned OFF to release
lock-up.
Overrun Clutch Solenoid Valve
If non-standard solenoid signal is sent to TCM, overr un clutch solenoid valve is turned OFF to engage overrun
clutch. This will result in more effective engine brake during deceleration.
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for Quick and Accurate RepairINFOID:0000000005928091
INTRODUCTION
The TCM receives a signal from the vehicle speed sensor, accelera-
tor pedal position sensor or transmission range switch and provides
shift control or lock-up control via A/T solenoid valves.
The TCM also communicates with the ECM by means of a signal
sent from sensing elements used wit h the OBD-related parts of the
A/T system for malfunction-diagnostic purposes. The TCM is capa-
ble of diagnosing malfunctioning parts while the ECM can store mal-
functions in its memory.
Input and output signals must always be correct and stable in the
operation of the A/T system. T he A/T system must be in good oper-
ating condition and be free of valve seizure, solenoid valve malfunc-
tion, etc.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a malfunction that occurs intermittently rather than continuously. Most
intermittent malfunctions are caused by poor electric c onnections or improper wiring. In this case, careful
checking of suspected circuits may hel p prevent the replacement of good parts.
Shift positionNormal
Malfunction in solenoid
valve A Malfunction in solenoid
valve B Malfunction in solenoid
valves A and B
A BGearABGearABGearABGear
“D” position zz
1st –z→×
3rd z
→× –
3rd ––
3rd
×
z2nd – z→× ×–––
×× 3rd – x ×–––
z ×4th – x z→× –––
“2” position zz
1st –z→× z→× –––
× z2nd – z→× ×–––
×× 3rd – x ×–––
“1” position zz
1st –z→× z→× –––
× z2nd – z→× ×–––
×× 3rd – x ×–––
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6. Accelerate to wide open throttle gradually while applying footbrake.
7. Quickly note the engine stall revolution and immediately release throttle.
CAUTION:
Do not hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 sec-
onds during this test.
8. Move selector lever to “N” position.
9. Cool off ATF. CAUTION:
Run the engine at idle for at least 1 minute.
10. Repeat steps 6 through 9 with selector lever in “2”, “1” and “R” positions.
Judgement of Stall Test
The test result and possible damaged components relating to each result are shown in the illustrations on next
page.
In order to pinpoint the possible damaged components, refer to AT-43, "
How to Perform Trouble Diagnosis for
Quick and Accurate Repair".
NOTE:
Stall revolution is too high in “D”, “2”, or “1” position:
• Slippage occurs in 1GR but not in 2GR and 3GR. ..... Low one-way clutch slippage
• Slippage occurs in the following gears:
1GR through 3GR in “D” position and engine brake functions with OD OFF. (OD OFF indicator lamp is on.)
1GR and 2GR in “2” position and engine brake functions with accelerator pedal released (fully closed throt-
tle)...... Forward clutch or forward one-way clutch slippage
Stall revolution is too high in “R” position:
• Engine brake does not function in “1” posit ion. ..... Low & reverse brake slippage
• Engine brake functions in “1” position. ..... Reverse clutch slippage
Stall revolution within specifications:
• Vehicle does not achieve speed of more than 80 km/h ( 50 MPH). ..... One-way clutch seizure in torque con-
verter housing
CAUTION:
Be careful because automatic flui d temperature increases abnormally:
• Slippage occurs in 3GR and 4GR in “D” position. ..... High clutch slippage
• Slippage occurs in 2GR and 4GR in “D” position. ..... Brake band slippage
• Engine brake does not function in 2GR and 3GR in “D” pos ition, 2GR in “2” position, and 1GR in “1” position
with OD OFF. (OD OFF indicator lamp is on.) ..... Overrun clutch slippage
Stall revolution less than specifications:
• Poor acceleration during starts. ..... One-way clutch seizure in torque converter Stall revolution:
AT-374, "
Stall Speed"
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Line Pressure
Judgement of Line Pressure Test
Road TestINFOID:0000000005928095
DESCRIPTION
• The purpose of the test is to det
ermine overall performance of A/T
and analyze causes of malfunctions.
• The road test consists of the following three parts:
1. Check before engine is started. Refer to AT- 5 6
.
2. Check at idle. Refer to AT- 5 6
.
3. Cruise test • Inspection all the item from Part 1 to Part 3. Refer to AT- 5 8
,
AT- 6 1
and AT- 6 2 .
Engine speed Line pressure [kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)]
D, 2nd and 1st positions R position
Idle speed AT- 3 7 4 , "
Line Pressure"Sta ll sp ee d
JudgementSuspected parts
At idle Line pressure is low in all positions. • Oil pump wear
• Control piston damage
• Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
• Spring for pressure regulator valve damaged
• Fluid pressure leakage between oil strainer and pressure regulator valve
• Clogged strainer
Line pressure is low in particular posi-
tion. • Fluid pressure leakage between manual valve and particular clutch
• For example, line pressure is:
− Low in “R” and “1 ” positions, but
− Normal in “D”, and “2” positions.
Therefore, fluid leakage exists at or around low and reverse brake circuit.
Refer to AT- 2 2 , "
Shift Mechanism".
Line pressure is high. • Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
• A/T fluid temperature sensor damaged
• Line pressure solenoid valve sticking
• Short circuit of line pressure solenoid valve circuit
• Pressure modifier valve sticking
• Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
• Open in dropping resistor circuit
At stall
speed Line pressure is low.
• Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction
• Line pressure solenoid valve sticking
• Short circuit of line pressure solenoid valve circuit
• Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
• Pressure modifier valve sticking
• Pilot valve sticking
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Symptom ChartINFOID:0000000005928103
Numbers are arranged in order of inspection.
Perform inspections starting with number one and work up.
Items Symptom Condition Diagnostic itemReference page
No Lock-up Engage-
ment/TCC Inoperative Torque converter is
not locked up.
ON vehicle1. Accelerator pedal position sensor
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(HR16DE), EC-
982 (MR18DE)
2. Output speed sensor and vehicle speed signal AT- 1 0 0
, AT- 1 5 3
3. Engine speed signalAT- 1 0 5
4. A/T fluid temperature sensorAT- 9 5
5. Line pressure testAT- 5 1
6. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 2 3
7. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 2
OFF vehicle 8. Torque converter AT- 2 5 7
Torque converter
clutch piston slip.ON vehicle1. A/T fluid level
AT- 1 7
2. Accelerator pedal position sensorEC-415

(HR16DE), EC-
982 (MR18DE)
3. Line pressure test AT- 5 1
4. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 2 3
5. Line pressure solenoid valveAT- 1 3 3
6. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 2
OFF vehicle 7. Torque converter AT- 2 5 7
Lock-up point is ex-
tremely high or low.ON vehicle1. Accelerator pedal position sensor
EC-415

(HR16DE), EC-
982 (MR18DE)
2. Output speed sensor and vehicle speed signal AT- 1 0 0
, AT- 1 5 3
3. Torque converter clutch solenoid valveAT- 1 2 3
4. Control valve assemblyAT- 2 2 2
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