TM-8
Exploded View .......................................................382
Removal and Installation .......................................382
TCM ..................................................................384
Exploded View ..................................................... ..384
Removal and Installation .......................................384
Adjustment .............................................................385
AIR BREATHER HOSE ...................................386
Removal and Installation ..................................... ..386
CONTROL VALVE ...........................................387
Exploded View ..................................................... ..387
Removal and Installation .......................................388
Inspection ..............................................................392
INPUT SPEED SENSOR .................................393
Exploded View ..................................................... ..393
Removal and Installation .......................................393
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................393
PRIMARY SPEED SENSOR ...........................395
Exploded View ..................................................... ..395
Removal and Installation .......................................395
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................395
OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR .............................397
Exploded View ..................................................... ..397
Removal and Installation .......................................397
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................397
DIFFERENTIAL SIDE OIL SEAL ....................398
Exploded View ..................................................... ..398
Removal and Installation .......................................398
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................399
CVT OIL WARMER SYSTEM ..........................400
WATER HOSE ....................................................... ..400
WATER HOSE : Exploded View ............................400
WATER HOSE : Removal and Installation ............400
WATER HOSE : Inspection ...................................402
CVT FLUID COOLER HOSE ................................. ..402
CVT FLUID COOLER HOSE : Exploded View .....402
CVT FLUID COOLER HOSE : Removal and In-
stallation ............................................................... .
403
CVT FLUID COOLER HOSE : Inspection .............404
CVT OIL WARMER ................................................ .404
CVT OIL WARMER : Exploded View ....................404
CVT OIL WARMER : Removal and Installation ....404
CVT OIL WARMER : Inspection .......................... .405
PLUG ................................................................406
Description ........................................................... .406
Exploded View ......................................................406
Removal and Installation .......................................406
Inspection and Adjustment ................................... .406
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...407
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY ............................. ..407
Exploded View ..................................................... .407
Removal and Installation .......................................407
Inspection and Adjustment ................................... .409
UNIT DISASSEMBLY AND ASSEMBLY ..410
TORQUE CONVERTER AND CONVERTER
HOUSING OIL SEAL ...................................... ..
410
Exploded View ..................................................... .410
Disassembly ..........................................................410
Assembly ..............................................................410
Inspection ..............................................................411
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ............... ..........................................
413
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .............................................................. ..
413
General Specification ........................................... .413
Shift Characteristics ..............................................413
Stall Speed ........................................................... .413
Torque Converter ..................................................413
Heater Thermostat ................................................413
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PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
INFOID:0000000009951696
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service t he system safely is included in the SR and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, 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 in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery and wait at least three mi nutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000009463955
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc to prevent damage to
windshield.
Precaution for TCM and Tran saxle Assembly ReplacementINFOID:0000000009463956
CAUTION:
• To replace TCM, refer to TM-80, "Description"
.
• To replace transaxle assembly, refer to TM-81, "Description"
.
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On Board Diagnosis (OBD) System of CVT and EngineINFOID:0000000009463958
The TCM and ECM have 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 di sconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal
before any repair or inspection work. The open/s hort circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid
valves, etc. will cause the MIL to light up.
• Be sure to connect and lock the connectors secure ly 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 afte r 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 informa tion (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
Removal and Installation Proc edure for CVT Unit ConnectorINFOID:0000000009463959
REMOVAL
• Rotate bayonet ring (1) counterclockwise. Pull out CVT unit har-
ness connector (2) upward and remove it.
INSTALLATION
1. Align marking (A) on CVT unit harness connector terminal with
marking (B) on bayonet ring. Insert CVT unit harness connector.
2. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise.
3. Rotate bayonet ring clockwise until marking (A) on CVT unit har- ness connector terminal body is aligned with the slit (B) on bayo-
net ring as shown in the figure (correctly fitting condition).
CAUTION:
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COMPONENT DESCRIPTION
No. Component Function TCM TM-16, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : TCM"
ECM• For purposes including improving the feeling when shifting speeds and
preventing drops in engine speed, control signals are exchanged be-
tween the ECM and TCM, and real-time cooperative control is performed
according to the vehicle driving conditions. (Engine and CVT integrated
control)
- Engine and CVT integrated control signal NOTE:
General term for the communication (torque-down permission, torque-
down request, etc.) exchanged between the ECM and TCM.
• The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the ECM.
- Engine speed signal
- Accelerator pedal position signal
- Closed throttle position signal
• The TCM transmits the following signal via CAN communications to the ECM.
- Malfunctioning indicator lamp signal
Refer to EC-21, "Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation loca-
tion.
Combination meter The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the
combination meter for judging the driving request from the driver.
• Overdrive control switch signal
• Vehicle speed signal
The TCM transmits the following signal via CAN communications to the
combination meter.
• O/D OFF indicator signal
• Shift position indicator signal
Refer to MWI-6, "METER SYSTEM : Component Parts Location"
for de-
tailed installation location.
O/D OFF indicator lamp TM-20, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : O/D OFF Indicator Lamp"
Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) TM-41, "DIAGNOSIS DESCRIPTION : Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)"
Shift position indicator TM-20, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Shift Position Indicator"
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit)The TCM receives the following signal via CAN communications from the
ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit).
• ABS operation signal
Refer to BRC-8, "Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation loca-
tion.
BCM Refer to
BCS-4, "BODY CONTROL SYSTEM : Component Parts Location"
for detailed installation location.
Transmission range switch TM-16, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range Switch"
Input speed sensor TM-17, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed Sensor"
CVT unit connector —
Primary speed sensor TM-16, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed Sensor"
Output speed sensor TM-16, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed Sensor"
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COMPONENT PARTS
*: These components are included in control valve assembly.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : TCMINFOID:0000000009463963
• The vehicle driving status is judged based on the signals
from the sensors, switches, and other control units,
and the optimal transaxle control is performed.
• For TCM control items, refer to TM-30, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : System Description"
.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Transmission Range SwitchINFOID:0000000009463964
• The transmission range switch is installed to upper part of transaxle case.
• The transmission range switch detects the selector lever position.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Speed SensorINFOID:0000000009463965
• The primary speed sensor is installed to side cover of transaxle.
• The primary speed sensor detects primary pulley speed.
• The primary speed sensor generates an ON-OFF pulse signal according to the rotating body speed. TCM
judges the rotating body speed from the pulse signal.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Output Speed SensorINFOID:0000000009463966
• The output speed sensor is installed to back side of transaxle.
• The output speed sensor detects final gear speed.
Control
valve CVT fluid temperature sensor*
TM-17, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : CVT Fluid Temperature Sensor"
Primary pressure sensor* TM-18, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure Sensor"
Secondary pressure sensor* TM-18, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure Sensor"
Primary pressure solenoid valve* TM-19, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Secondary pressure solenoid valve* TM-19, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Select solenoid valve* TM-19, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Select Solenoid Valve"
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valve* TM-19, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Torq
ue Converter Clutch Solenoid
Va l v e "
Line pressure solenoid valve* TM-20, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Line Pressure Solenoid Valve"
Overdrive control switch TM-20, "CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Overdrive Control Switch"
No. Component Function
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• The output speed sensor generates the ON-OFF pulse (short waveform) in proportion to the rotating body
speed which is “The higher the rotating body speed is, t he faster the change cycle is”. The TCM judges the
rotating speed from the changing cycle of this pulse signal.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Input Speed SensorINFOID:0000000009463967
• The input speed sensor is installed to the front side of transaxle case.
• The input speed sensor detects input shaft speed.
• The input speed sensor generates an ON-OFF pulse signal according to the rotating body speed. TCM
judges the rotating body speed from the pulse signal.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : CVT Fluid Temperature SensorINFOID:0000000009463968
• The CVT fluid temperature sensor is installed to control valve.
• The CVT fluid temperature sensor detects CVT fluid temperature in oil pan.
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COMPONENT PARTS
• The fluid temperature sensor uses a thermistor, and
changes the signal voltage by converting changes in the
CVT fluid temperature to a resistance value. TCM eval uates the CVT fluid temperature from the signal volt-
age value.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primary Pressure SensorINFOID:0000000009463969
• The primary pressure sensor is installed to control valve.
• The primary pressure sensor detects the pressure applied to the primary pulley.
• When pressure is applied to the ceramic device in the primary pressure sensor, the ceramic device is
deformed, resulting in voltage change. TCM evaluates the primary pressure from its voltage change. Voltage
is increased along with pressure increase.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondary Pressure SensorINFOID:0000000009463970
• The secondary pressure sensor is installed to control valve.
• The secondary pressure sensor detects the pressure applied to the secondary pulley.
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• When pressure is applied to the metal diaphragm in the secondary pressure sensor, the metal diaphragm is deformed, resulting in voltage change. TCM evaluates the secondary pressure from its voltage change. Volt-
age is increased along with pressure increase.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Primar y Pressure Solenoid ValveINFOID:0000000009463971
• The primary pressure solenoid valve is installed to control valve.
• The primary pressure solenoid valve controls the pr imary reducing valve. For information about the primary
reducing valve, refer to TM-27, "TRANSAXLE : Component Description"
.
• The primary pressure solenoid valve uses the linear solenoid valve [N/H (normal high) type].
NOTE:
• The principle of the linear solenoid valve utilizes the fa ct that the force pressing on the valve spool installed
inside the coil increases nearly in proportion to the current . This allows it to produce a fluid pressure that is
proportional to this pressing force.
• The N/H (normal high) produces hydraulic control when the coil is not energized.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Secondar y Pressure Solenoid ValveINFOID:0000000009463972
• The secondary pressure solenoid valve is installed to control valve.
• The secondary pressure solenoid valve controls the secondary reducing valve. For information about the
secondary reducing valve, refer to TM-27, "TRANSAXLE : Component Description"
.
• The secondary pressure solenoid valve uses the linear solenoid valve [N/H (normal high) type].
NOTE:
• The principle of the linear solenoid valve utilizes the fa ct that the force pressing on the valve spool installed
inside the coil increases nearly in proportion to the current . This allows it to produce a fluid pressure that is
proportional to this pressing force.
• The N/H (normal high) produces hydraulic control when the coil is not energized.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Se lect Solenoid ValveINFOID:0000000009463973
• The select solenoid valve is installed to control valve.
• The select solenoid valve adjusts the tightening pressure of the forward clutch and reverse brake. For infor- mation about the forward clutch and reverse brake, refer to TM-27, "TRANSAXLE : Component Description"
.
• The select solenoid valve uses the linear solenoid valve [N/H (normal high) type].
NOTE:
• The principle of the linear solenoid valve utilizes the fa ct that the force pressing on the valve spool installed
inside the coil increases nearly in proportion to the current . This allows it to produce a fluid pressure that is
proportional to this pressing force.
• The N/H (normal high) type produces hydraulic control when the coil is not energized.
CVT CONTROL SYSTEM : Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid ValveINFOID:0000000009463974
• The torque converter clutch solenoid valve is installed to control valve.
• The torque converter clutch solenoid valve controls the torque converter clutch control valve. For information
about the torque converter clutch control valve, refer to TM-27, "TRANSAXLE : Component Description"
.
• The torque converter clutch solenoid valve utilizes a linear solenoid valve [N/L (normal low) type].
NOTE:
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