transmission oil INFINITI QX4 2001 Factory Service Manual

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)
AT-9

Special Service ToolsNBAT0006The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.
Tool number
(Kent-Moore No.)
Tool nameDescription
ST2505S001
(J34301-C)
Oil pressure gauge set
1 ST25051001
(Ð)
Oil pressure gauge
2 ST25052000
(Ð)
Hose
3 ST25053000
(Ð)
Joint pipe
4 ST25054000
(Ð)
Adapter
5 ST25055000
(Ð)
Adapter
NT097
Measuring line pressure
ST07870000
(J37068)
Transmission case stand
NT421
Disassembling and assembling A/T
a: 182 mm (7.17 in)
b: 282 mm (11.10 in)
c: 230 mm (9.06 in)
d: 100 mm (3.94 in)
KV31102100
(J37065)
Torque converter one-
way clutch check tool
NT098
Checking one-way clutch in torque converter
ST25850000
(J25721-A)
Sliding hammer
NT422
Removing oil pump assembly
a: 179 mm (7.05 in)
b: 70 mm (2.76 in)
c: 40 mm (1.57 in) dia.
d: M12 x 1.75P
KV31102400
(J34285 and J34285-87)
Clutch spring compres-
sor
NT423
Removing and installing clutch return springs
a: 320 mm (12.60 in)
b: 174 mm (6.85 in)
PREPARATION
Special Service Tools
AT-10

Shift MechanismNBAT0012The automatic transmission uses compact, dual planetary gear systems to improve power-transmission
efficiency, simplify construction and reduce weight.
It also employs an optimum shift control and superwide gear ratios. They improve starting performance and
acceleration during medium and high-speed operation.
Two one-way clutches are also employed: one is used for the forward clutch and the other for the low clutch.
These one-way clutches, combined with four accumulators, reduce shifting shock to a minimum.
CONSTRUCTIONNBAT0012S01
SAT509I
1. Torque converter clutch piston
2. Torque converter
3. Oil pump
4. Input shaft
5. Brake band
6. Reverse clutch
7. High clutch
8. Front pinion gear9. Front sun gear
10. Front internal gear
11. Front planetary carrier
12. Rear sun gear
13. Rear pinion gear
14. Rear internal gear
15. Rear planetary carrier
16. Forward clutch17. Forward one-way clutch
18. Overrun clutch
19. Low one-way clutch
20. Low & reverse brake
21. Parking pawl
22. Parking gear
23. Output shaft
FUNCTION OF CLUTCH AND BRAKENBAT0012S02
Clutch and brake components Abbr. Function
Reverse clutch6R/C To transmit input power to front sun gear9.
High clutch7H/C To transmit input power to front planetary carrier11.
Forward clutch16F/C To connect front planetary carrier11with forward one-way
clutch17.
Overrun clutch18O/C To connect front planetary carrier11with rear internal gear14.
Brake band5B/B To lock front sun gear9.
Forward one-way clutch17F/O.C When forward clutch16is engaged, to stop rear internal gear
14from rotating in opposite direction against engine revolution.
Low one-way clutch19L/O.C To stop front planetary carrier11from rotating in opposite direc-
tion against engine revolution.
Low & reverse brake20L & R/B To lock front planetary carrier11.
OVERALL SYSTEM
Shift Mechanism
AT-16

CLUTCH AND BAND CHARTNBAT0012S03
Shift positionReverse
clutchHigh
clutchFor-
ward
clutchOver-
run
clutchBand servoFor-
ward
one
-way
clutchLow
one-
way
clutchLow &
reverse
brakeLock-up Remarks
2nd
apply3rd
release4th
apply
PPARK
POSITION
RqqREVERSE
POSITION
NNEUTRAL
POSITION
D*41stq*1D B B
Automatic
shift
1k2k3
k4 2ndq*1AqB
3rdqq*1A *2C C B *5q
4thqC *3C Cqq
21stqDBBAutomatic
shift
1k2 2ndq*1AqB
11stqqBqLocks (held
stationary) in
1st speed
1g2 2ndqqqB
*1: Operates when overdrive control switch is being set in ªOFFº position.
*2: Oil pressure is applied to both 2nd ªapplyº side and 3rd ªreleaseº side of band servo piston. However, brake band does not contract
because oil pressure area on the ªreleaseº side is greater than that on the ªapplyº side.
*3: Oil pressure is applied to 4th ªapplyº side in condition *2 above, and brake band contracts.
*4: A/T will not shift to 4th when overdrive control switch is set in ªOFFº position.
*5: Operates when overdrive control switch is ªOFFº.
q: Operates.
A: Operates when throttle opening is less than 3/16, activating engine brake.
B: Operates during ªprogressiveº acceleration.
C: Operates but does not affect power transmission.
D: Operates when throttle opening is less than 3/16, but does not affect engine brake.
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OVERALL SYSTEM
Shift Mechanism (Cont'd)
AT-17

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)
AT-29

Valve name Function
Shift valve A Simultaneously switches three oil circuits using output pressure of shift solenoid valve
A to meet driving conditions (vehicle speed, throttle opening, etc.).
Provides automatic downshifting and up-shifting (1st,2nd,3rd,4th gears/4th
,3rd,2nd,1st gears) in combination with shift valve B.
Shift valve B Simultaneously switches three oil circuits using output pressure of shift solenoid valve
B in relation to driving conditions (vehicle speed, throttle opening, etc.).
Provides automatic downshifting and up-shifting (1st,2nd,3rd,4th gears/4th
,3rd,2nd,1st gears) in combination with shift valve A.
Shuttle shift valve S Switches hydraulic circuits to provide 3-2 timing control and overrun clutch control in
relation to the throttle opening.
Inactivates the overrun clutch to prevent interlocking in 4th gear when the throttle is
wide open.
Overrun clutch control valve Switches hydraulic circuits to prevent engagement of the overrun clutch simulta-
neously with application of the brake band in 4th gear. (Interlocking occurs if the
overrun clutch engages during D
4gear operation.)
4-2 relay valve Memorizes that the transmission is in 4th gear. Prevents the transmission from down-
shifting from 4th gear to 3rd and then to 2nd in combination with 4-2 sequence valve
and shift valves A and B when downshifting from 4th to 2nd gear.
4-2 sequence valve Prevents band servo pressure from draining before high clutch operating pressure
and band servo releasing pressure drain (from the same circuit) during downshifting
from 4th to 2nd gear.
Servo charger valve An accumulator and a one-way orifice are used in the 2nd gear band servo oil circuit
to dampen shifting shock when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear.
To maintain adequate flow rate when downshifting from 4th or 3rd gear to 2nd gear,
the servo charger valve directs 2nd gear band servo hydraulic pressure to the circuit
without going through the one-way orifice when downshifting from 3rd or a higher
gear.
3-2 timing valve Prevents a late operation of the brake band when shifting selector lever from ªDº to
ª1º or ª2º position while driving in D
3.
ª1º reducing valve Reduces low & reverse brake pressure to dampen engine-brake shock when down-
shifting from the ª1º position 2nd gear to 1st gear.
Overrun clutch reducing valve Reduces oil pressure directed to the overrun clutch and prevents engine-brake shock.
In ª1º and ª2º positions, line pressure acts on the overrun clutch reducing valve to
increase the pressure-regulating point, with resultant engine brake capability.
Torque converter relief valve Prevents an excessive rise in torque converter pressure.
Torque converter clutch control valve,
torque converter clutch control plug and
torque converter clutch control sleeveActivate or inactivate the lock-up function.
Also provide smooth lock-up through transient application and release of the lock-up
system.
Shuttle shift valve D Switches hydraulic circuits so that output pressure of the torque converter clutch sole-
noid valve acts on the lock-up valve in the ªDº position of 2nd, 3rd and 4th gears. (In
the ªDº position 1st gear, lock-up is inhibited.)
ILock-up control is not affected in ªDº position 2nd, 3rd or 4th gears, unless output
pressure of the torque converter clutch solenoid valve is generated by a signal
from the control unit.
OVERALL SYSTEM
Control Valve (Cont'd)
AT-32

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