check engine NISSAN VERSA 2006 Workshop Service Repair Manual

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CVT FLUID
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CVT FLUIDPFP:KLE50
Checking CVT FluidUCS005XN
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.
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Fluid grade: Refer to MA-11, "Fluids and Lubri-
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CVT FLUID
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FLUID CONDITION CHECK
Changing CVT FluidUCS005XO
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 CVT-16, "
Checking CVT Fluid" .
CAUTION:
Delete CVT fluid deterioration date with CONSULT-II after changing CVT fluid. Refer to CVT-60,
"Check CVT Fluid Deterioration Date" .
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
cloudyWater 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.
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ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) SYSTEM
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DESCRIPTION
The MIL is located on the instrument panel.
1. The MIL will light up when the ignition switch is turned ON with-
out the engine running. This is a bulb check.

If the MIL does not light up, refer to DI-24, "WAR NIN G
LAMPS" , or see EC-592, "MIL AND DATA LINK CONNEC-
TOR" .
2. When the engine is started, the MIL should go off.
If the MIL remains on, the on board diagnostic system has
detected an engine system malfunction.
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CVT Lock-up Select Solenoid
If an unexpected signal is sent from the solenoid to the TCM, the CVT lock-up select solenoid is turned OFF to
cancel the lock-up.
TCM Power Supply (Memory Back-up)
Transaxle assembly is protected by limiting the engine torque when the memory back-up power supply (for
controlling) from the battery is not supplied to TCM. Normal statues is restored when turning the ignition switch
OFF to ON after the normal power supply.
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INTRODUCTION
The TCM receives a signal from the vehicle speed sensor, PNP switch and provides shift control or lock-up
control via CVT solenoid valves.
The TCM also communicates with the ECM by means of a signal
sent from sensing elements used with the OBD-related parts of the
CVT 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 CVT system. The CVT system must be in good
operating condition and be free of valve seizure, solenoid valve mal-
function, etc.
It is much more difficult to diagnose an error that occurs intermit-
tently rather than continuously. Most intermittent errors are caused
by poor electric connections or improper wiring. In this case, careful
checking of suspected circuits may help prevent the replacement of
good parts.
A visual check only may not find the cause of the errors. A road test
with CONSULT-II (or GST) or a circuit tester connected should be
performed. Follow the CVT-36, "
WORK FLOW" .
Before undertaking actual checks, take a few minutes to talk with a
customer who approaches with a driveability complaint. The cus-
tomer can supply good information about such errors, especially
intermittent ones. Find out what symptoms are present and under
what conditions they occur. A “DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET” as
shown on the example (Refer to CVT-37
) should be used.
Start your diagnosis by looking for “conventional” errors first. This will
help troubleshoot driveability errors on an electronically controlled
engine vehicle.
Also check related Service bulletins.
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4❏ Perform road test.CVT-46
4-1.Check before engine is started CVT-49
❏ CVT-180, "O/D OFF Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On"
❏ Perform self-diagnosis. Enter checks for detected items. CVT-60
❏ CVT-68, "DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE"
❏ CVT-72, "DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-76, "DTC P0703 STOP LAMP SWITCH CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-78, "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH"
❏ CVT-85, "DTC P0710 CVT FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-90, "DTC P0715 INPUT SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (PRI SPEED SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-95, "DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED
SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-101, "DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL"
❏ CVT-103, "DTC P0730 BELT DAMAGE"
❏ CVT-105, "DTC P0740 TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE"
❏ CVT-110, "DTC P0744 A/T TCC S/V FUNCTION (LOCK-UP)"
❏ CVT-113, "DTC P0745 LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE"
❏ CVT-118, "DTC P0746 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID A PERFORMANCE
(LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-121, "DTC P0776 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B PERFORMANCE
(SEC PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-124, "DTC P0778 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B ELECTRICAL (SEC
PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-129, "DTC P0840 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT
(SEC PRESSURE SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-134, "DTC P0841 PRESSURE SENSOR FUNCTION"
❏ CVT-137, "DTC P0845 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR B CIRCUIT
(PRI PRESSURE SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-142, "DTC P0868 SECONDARY PRESSURE DOWN"
❏ CVT-145, "DTC P1701 TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (POWER SUPPLY)"
❏ CVT-150, "DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR"
❏ CVT-152, "DTC P1722 ESTM VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL"
❏ CVT-154, "DTC P1723 CVT SPEED SENSOR FUNCTION"
❏ CVT-156, "DTC P1726 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM"
❏ CVT-158, "DTC P1740 LOCK-UP SELECT SOLENOID VALVE CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-164, "DTC P1777 STEP MOTOR - CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-168, "DTC P1778 STEP MOTOR - FUNCTION"
4-2.Check at idleCVT-49
❏ CVT-181, "Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” and “N” Position"
❏ CVT-182, "In “P” Position, Vehicle Moves Forward or Backward When Pushed"
❏ CVT-182, "In “N” Position, Vehicle Moves"
❏ CVT-183, "Large Shock “N” → “R” Position"
❏ CVT-184, "Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in “R” Position"
❏ CVT-185, "Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D” or “L” Position"

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❏ CVT-186, "Vehicle Speed Does Not Change in “L” Position"
❏ CVT-187, "Vehicle Speed Does Not Change in overdrive-off mode"
❏ CVT-188, "Vehicle Speed Does Not Change in “D” Position"
❏ CVT-189, "Vehicle Does Not Decelerate by Engine Brake"
❏ perform self-diagnosis. Enter checks for detected items. CVT-60
❏ CVT-68, "DTC U1000 CAN COMMUNICATION LINE"
❏ CVT-72, "DTC P0615 START SIGNAL CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-76, "DTC P0703 STOP LAMP SWITCH CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-78, "DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH"
❏ CVT-85, "DTC P0710 CVT FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-90, "DTC P0715 INPUT SPEED SENSOR CIRCUIT (PRI SPEED SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-95, "DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR CVT (SECONDARY SPEED
SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-101, "DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL"
❏ CVT-103, "DTC P0730 BELT DAMAGE"
❏ CVT-105, "DTC P0740 TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE"
❏ CVT-110, "DTC P0744 A/T TCC S/V FUNCTION (LOCK-UP)"
❏ CVT-113, "DTC P0745 LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE"
❏ CVT-118, "DTC P0746 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID A PERFORMANCE
(LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-121, "DTC P0776 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B PERFORMANCE
(SEC PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-124, "DTC P0778 PRESSURE CONTROL SOLENOID B ELECTRICAL (SEC
PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE)"
❏ CVT-129, "DTC P0840 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR A CIRCUIT
(SEC PRESSURE SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-134, "DTC P0841 PRESSURE SENSOR FUNCTION"
❏ CVT-137, "DTC P0845 TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR B CIRCUIT
(PRI PRESSURE SENSOR)"
❏ CVT-142, "DTC P0868 SECONDARY PRESSURE DOWN"
❏ CVT-145, "DTC P1701 TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (POWER SUPPLY)"
❏ CVT-150, "DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR"
❏ CVT-152, "DTC P1722 ESTM VEHICLE SPEED SIGNAL"
❏ CVT-154, "DTC P1723 CVT SPEED SENSOR FUNCTION"
❏ CVT-156, "DTC P1726 ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM"
❏ CVT-158, "DTC P1740 LOCK-UP SELECT SOLENOID VALVE CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-164, "DTC P1777 STEP MOTOR - CIRCUIT"
❏ CVT-168, "DTC P1778 STEP MOTOR - FUNCTION"
5❏ Inspect each system for items found to be NG in the self-diagnosis and repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.
6❏ Perform all road tests and enter the checks again for the required items.CVT-46
7❏ For any remaining NG items, perform the “diagnosis procedure” and repair or replace the malfunctioning parts.
8❏ Erase the results of the self-diagnosis from the TCM.CVT-32
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Inspections before Trouble DiagnosisUCS005YB
CVT FLUID CHECK
Fluid Leakage and Fluid Level Check

Inspect for fluid leakage and check the fluid level. Refer to CVT-16, "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,
cooler 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.
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Line Pressure
*: Reference values
Judgement of Line Pressure Test
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DESCRIPTION

The purpose of the test is to determine overall performance of
CVT and analyze causes of problems.

The road test consists of the following three parts:
1. “Check Before Engine Is Started” CVT-49
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2. “Check at Idle” CVT-49
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3. “Cruise Test” CVT-50
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Engine speed Line pressure kPa (kg/cm
2 , psi)
“R”, “D” and “L” positions
At idle 650 (6.63, 94.3)
At stall 4,250 (43.35, 616.3)*
Judgement Possible cause
Idle speedLow for all positions
(“P”, “R”, “N”, “D”, “L”)Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and low oil pump output.
For example

Oil pump wear

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking or spring fatigue

Oil strainer
oil pump
pressure regulator valve passage oil leak

Engine idle speed too low
Only low for a specific
positionPossible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
HighPossible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the line pressure adjustment
function.
For example

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

CVT fluid temperature sensor malfunction

Pressure control solenoid A (line pressure solenoid) malfunction (sticking in OFF state, filter
clog, cut line)

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
Stall speedLine pressure does
not rise higher than
the line pressure for
idle.Possible causes include a sensor malfunction or malfunction in the pressure adjustment func-
tion.
For example

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

TCM malfunction

Pressure control solenoid A (line pressure solenoid) malfunction (shorting, sticking in ON
state)

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
The pressure rises,
but does not enter the
standard position.Possible causes include malfunctions in the pressure supply system and malfunction in the
pressure adjustment function.
For example

Accelerator pedal position signal malfunction

Pressure control solenoid A (line pressure solenoid) malfunction (sticking, filter clog)

Pressure regulator valve or plug sticking
Only low for a specific
positionPossible causes include an oil pressure leak in a passage or device related to the position after
the pressure is distributed by the manual valve.
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1. CHECK O/D OFF INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on flat surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” position.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF. Wait at least 5 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch ON. (Do not start engine.)
Does O/D OFF indicator lamp come on for about 2 seconds?
YES >> 1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
2. Perform self-diagnosis and note NG items.
Refer to CVT-60, "
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULT MODE" .
3. Go to CVT-49, "
Check at Idle" .
NO >> Stop “Road Test”. Go to CVT-180, "
O/D OFF Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On" .
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1. CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Park vehicle on flat surface.
2. Move selector lever to “P” or “N” position.
3. Turn ignition switch OFF.
4. Turn ignition switch START.
Is engine started?
YES >> GO TO 2.
NO >> Stop “Road Test”. Mark the box on the CVT-37, "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" . Go to CVT-181,
"Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” and “N” Position" .
2. CHECK STARTING THE ENGINE
1. Turn ignition switch ON.
2. Move selector lever to “D”, “L” or “R” position.
3. Turn ignition switch START.
Is engine started?
YES >> Stop “Road Test”. Mark the box on the CVT-37, "DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" . Go to CVT-181,
"Engine Cannot Be Started in “P” and “N” Position" .
NO >> GO TO 3.
3. CHECK “P” POSITION FUNCTION
1. Move selector lever to “P” position.
2. Turn ignition switch OFF.
3. Release parking brake.
4. Push vehicle forward or backward.
5. Apply parking brake.
Does vehicle move when it is pushed forward or backward?
YES >> Mark the box CVT-182, "In “P” Position, Vehicle Moves Forward or Backward When Pushed" on
the CVT-37, "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" . Continue “Road Test”.
NO >> GO TO 4.

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4. CHECK “N” POSITION FUNCTION
1. Start engine.
2. Move selector lever to “N” position.
3. Release parking brake.
Does vehicle move forward or backward?
YES >> Mark the box CVT-182, "In “N” Position, Vehicle Moves" on the CVT-37, "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" . Continue “Road Test”.
NO >> GO TO 5.
5. CHECK SHIFT SHOCK
1. Apply foot brake.
2. Move selector lever to “R” position.
Is there large shock when changing from
“N” to “R” position?
YES >> Mark the box CVT-183, "Large Shock “N” → “R” Position" on the CVT-37, "DIAGNOSTIC WORK-
SHEET" . Continue “Road Test”.
NO >> GO TO 6.
6. CHECK “R” POSITION FUNCTION
Release foot brake for several seconds.
Does vehicle creep backward when foot brake is released?
YES >> GO TO 7.
NO >> Mark the box CVT-184, "
Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward in “R” Position" on the CVT-37,
"DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" . Continue “Road Test”.
7. CHECK “D”, “L” POSITIONS FUNCTION
Move selector lever to “D” and “L” positions and check if vehicle creeps forward.
Does vehicle creep forward in all positions?
YES >> Go to CVT-50, "Cruise Test" .
NO >> Stop “Road Test”. Mark the box on the CVT-37, "
DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET" . Go to CVT-185,
"Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward in “D” or “L” Position" .
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1. CHECK VEHICLE SPEED WHEN SHIFTING GEARS — PART 1
1. Drive vehicle for approximately 10 minutes to warm engine oil and CVT fluid up to operating temperature.
2. Park vehicle on flat surface.
3. Move selector lever to “P” position.
4. Start engine.
5. Move selector lever to “L” position.
6. Accelerate vehicle to 2/8-way throttle depressing accelerator
pedal constantly.
Read vehicle speed and engine speed. Refer to CVT-53,
"Vehicle Speed When Shifting Gears" .
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 2.
NG >> Mark the box of CVT-186, "
Vehicle Speed Does Not
Change in “L” Position" on the CVT-37, "DIAGNOSTIC
WORKSHEET" . Continue “Road Test”. CVT fluid operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F)
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