transmission fluid INFINITI QX4 2001 Factory Service Manual

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SECTION
AT
CONTENTS
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - INDEX....................................4
Alphabetical & P No. Index for DTC ...........................4
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................6
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS)²AIR BAG²and²SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER²......................................................6
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (OBD)
System of A/T and Engine...........................................6
Precautions ..................................................................6
Service Notice or Precautions .....................................8
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis .....................9
PREPARATION.............................................................10
Special Service Tools ................................................10
OVERALL SYSTEM......................................................12
A/T Electrical Parts Location .....................................12
Circuit Diagram ..........................................................13
Cross-sectional View .................................................14
Hydraulic Control Circuit ............................................15
Shift Mechanism ........................................................16
Control System ..........................................................25
Control Mechanism ....................................................26
Control Valve .............................................................31
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION...............................................................33
Introduction ................................................................33
OBD-II Function for A/T System ................................33
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of OBD-II ..............33
OBD-II Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) ....................33
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ..............................37
CONSULT-II ...............................................................37
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ..............46
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION..................53
Introduction ................................................................53
Work Flow ..................................................................57
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - BASIC INSPECTION...........59
A/T Fluid Check .........................................................59
Stall Test ....................................................................59
Line Pressure Test .....................................................62
Road Test...................................................................63TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - GENERAL
DESCRIPTION...............................................................81
Symptom Chart ..........................................................81
TCM Terminals and Reference Value........................92
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR POWER SUPPLY..........96
Wiring Diagram - AT - MAIN ......................................96
Diagnostic Procedure ................................................97
DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH.....99
Description .................................................................99
Wiring Diagram - AT - PNP/SW...............................101
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................102
Component Inspection .............................................103
DTC P0710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
CIRCUIT.......................................................................105
Description ...............................................................105
Wiring Diagram - AT - FTS ......................................107
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................108
Component Inspection ............................................. 110
DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR.A/T
(REVOLUTION SENSOR)........................................... 111
Description ............................................................... 111
Wiring Diagram - AT - VSSA/T ................................ 113
Diagnostic Procedure .............................................. 114
Component Inspection ............................................. 115
DTC P0725 ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL....................... 116
Description ............................................................... 116
Wiring Diagram - AT - ENGSS ................................ 117
Diagnostic Procedure .............................................. 118
DTC P0731 IMPROPER SHIFTING TO 1ST GEAR
POSITION....................................................................120
Description ...............................................................120
Wiring Diagram - AT - 1ST ......................................123
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................124
Component Inspection .............................................125
DTC P0732 IMPROPER SHIFTING TO 2ND GEAR
POSITION....................................................................126
Description ...............................................................126
Wiring Diagram - AT - 2ND......................................129
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................130
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IBefore 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.
IExtreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings,
seals and gaskets when assembling.
IReplace ATF cooler if excessive foreign material is found in oil
pan or clogging strainer. Refer to ªATF COOLER SERVICEº,
AT-9.
IAfter overhaul, refill the transmission with new ATF.
IWhen the A/T drain plug is removed, only some of the fluid is
drained. Old A/T fluid will remain in torque converter and ATF
cooling system.
Always follow the procedures when changing A/T fluid. Refer
to MA-21, ªChanging A/T Fluidº.
Service Notice or PrecautionsNBAT0004FAIL-SAFENBAT0004S01The TCM has an electronic Fail-Safe (limp home mode). This allows the vehicle to be driven even if a major
electrical input/output device circuit is damaged.
Under Fail-Safe, the vehicle always runs in third gear, even with a shift lever position of ª1º, ª2º or ªDº. The
customer may complain of sluggish or poor acceleration.
When the ignition key is turned ªONº following Fail-Safe operation, O/D OFF indicator lamp blinks for about
8 seconds. (For ªTCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (No Tools)º, refer to AT-46.)
Fail-Safe may occur without electrical circuit damage if the vehicle is driven under extreme conditions (such
as excessive wheel spin followed by sudden braking). To recover normal shift pattern, turn the ignition key
ªOFFº for 5 seconds, then ªONº.
The blinking of the O/D OFF indicator lamp for about 8 seconds will appear only once and be cleared. The
customer may resume normal driving conditions.
Always follow the ªWORK FLOWº (Refer to AT-57).
The SELF-DIAGNOSIS results will be as follows:
The first SELF-DIAGNOSIS will indicate damage to the vehicle speed sensor or the revolution sensor.
During the next SELF-DIAGNOSIS, performed after checking the sensor, no damages will be indicated.
TORQUE CONVERTER SERVICENBAT0004S04The torque converter should be replaced under any of the following conditions:
IExternal leaks in the hub weld area.
IConverter hub is scored or damaged.
IConverter pilot is broken, damaged or fits poorly into crankshaft.
ISteel particles are found after flushing the cooler and cooler lines.
IPump is damaged or steel particles are found in the converter.
IVehicle has TCC shudder and/or no TCC apply. Replace only after all hydraulic and electrical diagnoses
have been made. (Converter clutch material may be glazed.)
IConverter is contaminated with engine coolant containing antifreeze.
IInternal failure of stator roller clutch.
IHeavy clutch debris due to overheating (blue converter).
ISteel particles or clutch lining material found in fluid filter or on magnet when no internal parts in unit are
worn or damaged Ð indicates that lining material came from converter.
The torque converter should not be replaced if:
IThe fluid has an odor, is discolored, and there is no evidence of metal or clutch facing particles.
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions (Cont'd)
AT-8

IThe threads in one or more of the converter bolt holes are damaged.
ITransmission failure did not display evidence of damaged or worn internal parts, steel particles or clutch
plate lining material in unit and inside the fluid filter.
IVehicle has been exposed to high mileage (only). The exception may be where the torque converter clutch
dampener plate lining has seen excess wear by vehicles operated in heavy and/or constant traffic, such
as taxi, delivery or police use.
ATF COOLER SERVICENBAT0004S02Replace ATF cooler if excessive foreign material is found in oil pan or clogging strainer.
Replace radiator lower tank (which includes ATF cooler) with a new one and flush cooler line using cleaning
solvent and compressed air. Refer to LC-19, ªREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONº.
OBD-II SELF-DIAGNOSISNBAT0004S03IA/T self-diagnosis is performed by the TCM in combination with the ECM. The results can be read through
the blinking pattern of the O/D OFF indicator or the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL). Refer to the table on
AT-38 for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic result.
IThe self-diagnostic results indicated by the MIL are automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM
memories.
Always perform the procedure ªHOW TO ERASE DTCº on AT-35 to complete the repair and avoid
unnecessary blinking of the MIL.
IThe following self-diagnostic items can be detected using ECM self-diagnostic results mode* only when
the O/D OFF indicator lamp does not indicate any malfunctions.
þ PNP switch
þ A/T 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th gear function
þ A/T TCC S/V function (lock-up)
*: For details of OBD-II, refer to EC-59, ªIntroductionº.
ICertain systems and components, especially those related to OBD, may use the new style slide-
locking type harness connector. For description and how to disconnect, refer to EL-5, ªDescrip-
tionº.
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosisNBAT0005When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:
IGI-11, ªHOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMSº.
IEL-9, ªPOWER SUPPLY ROUTINGº for power distribution circuit.
When you perform trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:
IGI-35, ªHOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUP IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSISº.
IGI-24, ªHOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENTº.
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PRECAUTIONS
Service Notice or Precautions (Cont'd)
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Control System=NBAT0013OUTLINENBAT0013S01The automatic transmission senses vehicle operating conditions through various sensors. It always controls
the optimum shift position and reduces shifting and lock-up shocks.
SENSORS
ETCM
EACTUATORS
PNP switch
Throttle position sensor
Closed throttle position switch
Wide open throttle position switch
Engine speed signal
A/T fluid temperature sensor
Revolution sensor
Vehicle speed sensor
Overdrive control switch
ASCD control unit
Stop lamp switch
Turbine revolution sensorShift control
Line pressure control
Lock-up control
Overrun clutch control
Timing control
Fail-safe control
Self-diagnosis
CONSULT-II communication
line
Duet-EU controlShift solenoid valve A
Shift solenoid valve B
Overrun clutch solenoid valve
Torque converter clutch sole-
noid valve
Line pressure solenoid valve
O/D OFF indicator lamp
T/F control unit
CONTROL SYSTEMNBAT0013S02
SAT125K
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OVERALL SYSTEM
Control System
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TCM FUNCTION=NBAT0013S03The function of the TCM is to:
IReceive input signals sent from various switches and sensors.
IDetermine required line pressure, shifting point, lock-up operation, and engine brake operation.
ISend required output signals to the respective solenoids.
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL OF TCMNBAT0013S04
Sensors and solenoid valves Function
InputPNP switch Detects select lever position and sends a signal to TCM.
Throttle position sensor Detects throttle valve position and sends a signal to TCM.
Closed throttle position switch Detects throttle valve's fully-closed position and sends a signal to TCM.
Wide open throttle position switchDetects a throttle valve position of greater than 1/2 of full throttle and sends
a signal to TCM.
Engine speed signal From ECM.
A/T fluid temperature sensor Detects transmission fluid temperature and sends a signal to TCM.
Revolution sensor Detects output shaft rpm and sends a signal to TCM.
Vehicle speed sensorUsed as an auxiliary vehicle speed sensor. Sends a signal when revolution
sensor (installed on transmission) malfunctions.
Overdrive control switchSends a signal, which prohibits a shift to ªD
4º (overdrive) position, to the
TCM.
ASCD control unitSends the cruise signal and ªD
4º (overdrive) cancellation signal from ASCD
control unit to TCM.
Turbine revolution sensor Sends an input shaft revolution signal.
Stop lamp switch Sends the lock-up release signal to the TCM at time of D
4(lock-up).
OutputShift solenoid valve A/BSelects shifting point suited to driving conditions in relation to a signal sent
from TCM.
Line pressure solenoid valveRegulates (or decreases) line pressure suited to driving conditions in rela-
tion to a signal sent from TCM.
Torque converter clutch solenoid
valveRegulates (or decreases) lock-up pressure suited to driving conditions in
relation to a signal sent from TCM.
Overrun clutch solenoid valveControls an ªengine brakeº effect suited to driving conditions in relation to a
signal sent from TCM.
O/D OFF indicator lamp Shows TCM faults, when A/T control components malfunction.
Control MechanismNBAT0180LINE PRESSURE CONTROLNBAT0180S01TCM has the various line pressure control characteristics to meet
the driving conditions.
An ON-OFF duty signal is sent to the line pressure solenoid valve
based on TCM characteristics.
Hydraulic pressure on the clutch and brake is electronically con-
trolled through the line pressure solenoid valve to accommodate
engine torque. This results in smooth shift operation.
OVERALL SYSTEM
Control System (Cont'd)
AT-26

SAT003J
Normal ControlNBAT0180S0101The line pressure to throttle opening characteristics is set for suit-
able clutch operation.
SAT004J
Back-up Control (Engine brake)NBAT0180S0102If the selector lever is shifted to ª2º position while driving in D4(OD)
or D
3, great driving force is applied to the clutch inside the trans-
mission. Clutch operating pressure (line pressure) must be
increased to deal with this driving force.
SAT005J
During Shift ChangeNBAT0180S0103The 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 TemperatureNBAT0180S0104IFluid viscosity and frictional characteristics of the clutch facing
change with fluid temperature. Clutch engaging or band-con-
tacting pressure is compensated for, according to fluid
temperature, to stabilize shifting quality.
SAT006J
IThe line pressure is reduced below 60ÉC (140ÉF) to prevent
shifting shock due to low viscosity of automatic transmission
fluid when temperature is low.
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OVERALL SYSTEM
Control Mechanism (Cont'd)
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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 drawing above shows the operation of shift valve B. When the
shift solenoid valve is ªONº, pilot pressure applied to the end face
of the shift valve overcomes spring force, moving the valve upward.
LOCK-UP CONTROLNBAT0180S03The torque converter clutch piston in the torque converter is locked
to eliminate torque converter slip to increase power transmission
efficiency. The solenoid valve is controlled by an ON-OFF duty
signal sent from the TCM. The signal is converted to oil pressure
signal which controls the torque converter clutch piston.
Conditions for Lock-up OperationNBAT0180S0301When vehicle is driven in 4th gear position, vehicle speed and
throttle opening are detected. If the detected values fall within the
lock-up zone memorized in the TCM, lock-up is performed.
Overdrive control switch ON OFF
Selector lever ªDº position
Gear position D
4D3
Vehicle speed sensor More than set value
Throttle position sensor Less than set opening
Closed throttle position switch OFF
A/T fluid temperature sensor More than 40ÉC (104ÉF)
SAT010J
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve ControlNBAT0180S0302The torque converter clutch solenoid valve is controlled by the
TCM. The plunger closes the drain circuit during the ªOFFº period,
and opens the circuit during the ªONº period. If the percentage of
OFF-time increases in one cycle, the pilot pressure drain time is
reduced and pilot pressure remains high.
The torque converter clutch piston is designed to slip to adjust the
ratio of ON-OFF, thereby reducing lock-up shock.
SAT011J
OFF-time INCREASING
"
Amount of drain DECREASING
"
Pilot pressure HIGH
"
Lock-up RELEASING
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OVERALL SYSTEM
Control Mechanism (Cont'd)
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A/T Fluid CheckNBAT0021FLUID LEAKAGE CHECKNBAT0021S011. Clean area suspected of leaking. Ð for example, mating sur-
face of converter housing and transmission case.
2. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in ªDº posi-
tion and wait a few minutes.
3. Stop engine.
4. Check for fresh leakage.
SAT638A
FLUID CONDITION CHECKNBAT0021S02
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pinkWater contamination Ð Road water
entering through filler tube or breather
Varnished fluid, light to dark brown
and tackyOxidation Ð Over or under filling, Ð
Overheating
FLUID LEVEL CHECKNBAT0021S03Refer to MA-21, ªChecking A/T Fluidº.
SAT647B
Stall TestNBAT0022STALL TEST PROCEDURENBAT0022S011. Check A/T fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add fluid
and oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until fluid and oil reach
operating temperature.
ATF operating temperature:
50 - 80ÉC (122 - 176ÉF)
SAT513G
3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
IIt is good practice to put a mark on point of specified
engine rpm on indicator.
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TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTION
A/T Fluid Check
AT-59

Items Symptom Condition Diagnostic Item Reference Page
Slips/Will Not
EngageRaces extremely
fast or slips in
changing from D
4or D3to D1when
depressing pedal.ON vehicle1. Fluid level AT-59
2. Throttle position sensor (Adjustment) EC-174
3. Line pressure test AT-62
4. Line pressure solenoid valve AT-162
5. Control valve assembly AT-273
OFF vehicle6. Forward clutch AT-320
7. Forward one-way clutch AT-330
8. Low one-way clutch AT-328
Vehicle will not
run in any posi-
tion.ON vehicle1. Fluid level AT-59
2. Manual control linkage adjustment AT-276
3. Line pressure test AT-62
4. Line pressure solenoid valve AT-162
OFF vehicle5. Oil pump AT-297
6. High clutch AT-317
7. Brake band AT-333
8. Low & reverse brake AT-324
9. Torque converter AT-286
10. Parking pawl components AT-337
NOT USEDEngine cannot be
started in P and N
positions.
AT-221ON vehicle1. Ignition switch and starter EL-9, and SC-10
2. Manual control linkage adjustment AT-276
3. Park/neutral position (PNP) switch
adjustmentAT-276
Engine starts in
positions other
than P and N.
AT-221ON vehicle1. Manual control linkage adjustment AT-276
2. Park/neutral position (PNP) switch
adjustmentAT-276
Transmission
noise in P and N
positions.ON vehicle1. Fluid level AT-59
2. Line pressure test AT-62
3. Throttle position sensor (Adjustment) EC-174
4. Vehicle speed sensor´A/T (Revolution
sensor) and vehicle speed sensor´MTRAT- 111 , 1 9 7
5. Engine speed signal AT-116
OFF vehicle6. Oil pump AT-297
7. Torque converter AT-286
Vehicle moves
when changing
into P position or
parking gear does
not disengage
when shifted out
of P position.
AT-222ON vehicle 1. Manual control linkage adjustment AT-276
OFF vehicle 2. Parking pawl components AT-337
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Symptom Chart (Cont'd)
AT-88

Items Symptom Condition Diagnostic Item Reference Page
NOT USEDMaximum speed
not attained.
Acceleration poor.ON vehicle1. Fluid level AT-59
2. Park/neutral position (PNP) switch
adjustmentAT-276
3. Shift solenoid valve A AT-168
4. Shift solenoid valve B AT-172
5. Control valve assembly AT-273
OFF vehicle6. Reverse clutch AT-314
7. High clutch AT-317
8. Brake band AT-333
9. Low & reverse brake AT-324
10. Oil pump AT-297
11. Torque converter AT-286
Transmission
noise in D, 2, 1
and R positions.ON vehicle 1. Fluid level AT-59
ON vehicle 2. Torque converter AT-286
Engine brake
does not operate
in ª1º position.
AT-252ON vehicle1. Park/neutral position (PNP) switch
adjustmentAT-276
2. Manual control linkage adjustment AT-276
3. Throttle position sensor (Adjustment) EC-174
4. Vehicle speed sensor´A/T (Revolution
sensor) and vehicle speed sensor´MTRAT- 111 , 1 9 7
5. Shift solenoid valve A AT-168
6. Control valve assembly AT-273
7. Overrun clutch solenoid valve AT-185
OFF vehicle8. Overrun clutch AT-320
9. Low & reverse brake AT-324
Transmission
overheats.ON vehicle1. Fluid level AT-59
2. Engine idling rpm EC-431
3. Throttle position sensor (Adjustment) EC-174
4. Line pressure test AT-62
5. Line pressure solenoid valve AT-162
6. Control valve assembly AT-273
OFF vehicle7. Oil pump AT-297
8. Reverse clutch AT-314
9. High clutch AT-317
10. Brake band AT-333
11. Forward clutch AT-320
12. Overrun clutch AT-320
13. Low & reverse brake AT-324
14. Torque converter AT-286
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð GENERAL DESCRIPTION
Symptom Chart (Cont'd)
AT-90