Electric NISSAN ALMERA 2001 Service Manual

Edition:April 2001
GENERA LINFORMATIONGI
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ENGIN EMECHANICALEM
ENGIN ELUBRICATIO N&LC
ENGIN ECONTRO LSYSTEMEC
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MANUA LTRANSAXLEMT
AUTOMATI CTRANSAXLEAT
FRON T&REA RAXLEAX
FRON T&REA RSUSPENSIONSU
BRAK ESYSTEMBR
STEERIN GSYSTEMST
RESTRAIN TSYSTEMRS
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ELECTRICA LSYSTEMEL
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ALMERA
NISSA NEUROP EN.V.

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
SECTION
AT
CONTENTS
EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - INDEX....................................5
Alphabetical & P No. Index for DTC ...........................5
PRECAUTIONS...............................................................7
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)²AIR
BAG²and²SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER²...............7
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (EURO-
OBD) System of A/T and Engine - Euro-OBD - ..........7
Precautions ..................................................................7
Service Notice or Precautions .....................................9
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis ...................10
PREPARATION............................................................. 11
Special Service Tools ................................................ 11
Commercial Service Tools .........................................13
A/T FLUID......................................................................15
Checking A/T Fluid ....................................................15
Changing A/T Fluid ....................................................15
OVERALL SYSTEM......................................................16
A/T Electrical Parts Location .....................................16
Circuit Diagram ..........................................................17
Cross-sectional View - 3AX00, 3AX01, 3AX19,
3AX63 and 3AX64 models ........................................19
Cross-sectional View - 3AX10 and 3AX18
models .......................................................................20
Hydraulic Control Circuit ............................................21
Shift Mechanism ........................................................22
Control System ..........................................................31
Control Mechanism ....................................................32
Control Valve .............................................................37
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC............................................39
CONSULT-II ...............................................................39
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ..............44EURO-OBD
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM............................50
Introduction ................................................................50
EURO-OBD Function for A/T System .......................50
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of EURO-OBD ......50
EURO-OBD Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)............50
Malfunction Indicator (MI) ..........................................54
CONSULT-II ...............................................................54
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ..............63
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS -...............................................69
Introduction ................................................................69
Work Flow ..................................................................73
EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - INTRODUCTION..................74
Introduction ................................................................74
Work Flow ..................................................................78
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - BASIC INSPECTION...........80
A/T Fluid Check .........................................................80
Stall Test ....................................................................80
Line Pressure Test .....................................................84
Road Test...................................................................85
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS - GENERAL
DESCRIPTION.............................................................105
Symptom Chart ........................................................105
TCM Terminals and Reference Value...................... 118
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR POWER SUPPLY........123
Wiring Diagram - AT - MAIN ....................................123
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................124
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR.A/T..................................126

Component Inspection .............................................251
DTC P0755 SHIFT SOLENOID VALVE B..................252
Description ...............................................................252
Wiring Diagram - AT - SSV/B ..................................254
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................255
Component Inspection .............................................257
DTC P1705 THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR...........258
Description ...............................................................258
Wiring Diagram - AT - TPS ......................................261
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................263
Component Inspection .............................................267
DTC P1760 OVERRUN CLUTCH SOLENOID
VALVE..........................................................................268
Description ...............................................................268
Wiring Diagram - AT - OVRCSV..............................270
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................271
Component Inspection .............................................273
DTC BATT/FLUID TEMP SEN (A/T FLUID TEMP
SENSOR CIRCUIT AND TCM POWER SOURCE)....274
Description ...............................................................274
Wiring Diagram - AT - BA/FTS ................................276
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................277
Component Inspection .............................................280
DTC VHCL SPEED SEN.MTR VEHICLE SPEED
SENSOR.MTR..............................................................281
Description ...............................................................281
Wiring Diagram - AT - VSSMTR ..............................283
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................285
DTC CONTROL UNIT (RAM), CONTROL UNIT
(ROM)...........................................................................286
Description ...............................................................286
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................286
DTC CONTROL UNIT (EEP ROM).............................288
Description ...............................................................288
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................289
TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR SYMPTOMS...............290
Wiring Diagram - AT - NONDTC/General and
Except for Euro-OBD ...............................................290
Wiring Diagram - AT - NONDTC/EURO-OBD .........292
1. O/D OFF Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On....296
2. Engine Cannot Be Started In²P²and²N²
Position ....................................................................299
3. In²P²Position, Vehicle Moves Forward Or
Backward When Pushed .........................................300
4. In²N²Position, Vehicle Moves ...........................301
5. Large Shock.²N²->²R²Position .......................303
6. Vehicle Does Not Creep Backward In²R²
Position ....................................................................305
7. Vehicle Does Not Creep Forward In²D²,²2²
Or²1²Position .........................................................3088. Vehicle Cannot Be Started From D
1................... 311
9. A/T Does Not Shift: D
1-> D2Or Does Not
Kickdown: D
4-> D2..................................................314
10. A/T Does Not Shift: D
2-> D3.............................317
11. A/T Does Not Shift: D
3-> D4.............................320
12. A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up .........................323
13. A/T Does Not Hold Lock-up Condition ..............325
14. Lock-up Is Not Released ...................................327
15. Engine Speed Does Not Return To Idle (Light
Braking D
4-> D3).....................................................328
16. Vehicle Does Not Start From D
1.......................330
17. A/T Does Not Shift: D
4-> D3, When
Overdrive Control Switch²ON²->²OFF²...............331
18. A/T Does Not Shift: D
3-> 22, When Selector
Lever²D²->²2²Position.........................................332
19. A/T Does Not Shift: 2
2-> 11, When Selector
Lever²2²->²1²Position .........................................333
20. Vehicle Does Not Decelerate By Engine
Brake........................................................................334
21. TCM Self-diagnosis Does Not Activate (PNP,
Overdrive Control and Throttle Position Switches
Circuit Checks) ........................................................334
A/T SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM.........................................343
Description ...............................................................343
Shift Lock System Electrical Parts Location............343
Wiring Diagram - SHIFT -........................................344
Diagnostic Procedure ..............................................345
KEY INTERLOCK CABLE..........................................349
Components.............................................................349
Removal ...................................................................349
Installation ................................................................350
ON-VEHICLE SERVICE..............................................351
Control Valve Assembly and Accumulators .............351
Control Cable Adjustment ........................................352
Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch Adjustment .....352
Differential Side Oil Seal Replacement ...................353
Revolution Sensor Replacement .............................353
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION...............................354
Removal ...................................................................354
Installation ................................................................355
OVERHAUL.................................................................357
Components-1 3AX00, 3AX01, 3AX19, 3AX63
and 3AX64 models ..................................................357
Components-1 3AX10 and 3AX18 models .............358
Components-2 3AX00, 3AX01, 3AX19, 3AX63
and 3AX64 models ..................................................359
Components-2 3AX10 and 3AX18 models .............360
Components-3 3AX00, 3AX01, 3AX19, 3AX63
and 3AX64 models ..................................................361
Components-3 3AX10 and 3AX18 models .............362
Oil Channel ..............................................................363
CONTENTS(Cont'd)
AT-3

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR
BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
NJAT0249The Supplemental Restraint System such as ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº used along with
a seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain types of
collision. The SRS system composition which is available to NISSAN MODEL N16 is as follows (The compo-
sition varies according to the destination and optional equipment.):
+For a frontal collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of driver air bag module (located in the center of the steer-
ing wheel), front passenger air bag module (located on the instrument panel on passenger side), front seat
belt pre-tensioners, a diagnosis sensor unit, warning lamp, wiring harness and spiral cable.
+For a side collision
The Supplemental Restraint System consists of front side air bag module (located in the outer side of front
seat), side air bag (satellite) sensor, diagnosis sensor unit (one of components of air bags for a frontal
collision), wiring harness, warning lamp (one of components of air bags for a frontal collision).
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in theRS sectionof this Service Manual.
WARNING:
+To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, 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 should be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN dealer.
+Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the RS section.
+Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. Spiral cable and wiring harnesses covered with yellow insulation tape either just
before the harness connectors or for the complete harness are related to the SRS.
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (EURO-
OBD) System of A/T and Engine Ð Euro-OBD
Ð
NJAT0245The ECM has 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 ªOFFº and disconnect the negative battery terminal before any
repair or inspection work. The open/short circuit of related switches, sensors, solenoid valves, etc.
will cause the MIL to light up.
+Be sure to connect and lock the connectors securely 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 after 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 information (repairs completed) from the TCM and
ECM before returning the vehicle to the customer.
SEF289H
PrecautionsNJAT0246+Before connecting or disconnecting the TCM harness
connector, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect nega-
tive battery terminal. Failure to do so may damage the
TCM. Because battery voltage is applied to TCM even if
ignition switch is turned off.
PRECAUTIONS
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ªAIR BAGº and ªSEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONERº
AT-7

parts. Apply petroleum jelly to protect O-rings and seals, or
hold bearings and washers in place during assembly. Do not
use grease.
+Extreme care should be taken to avoid damage to O-rings,
seals and gaskets when assembling.
+After overhaul, refill the transaxle with new ATF.
+When 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 under ªChanging A/T Fluidº in the
AT section when changing A/T fluid. Refer to ªChanging A/T
Fluidº, AT-15.
Service Notice or PrecautionsNJAT0247FAIL-SAFENJAT0247S01The 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 GENERAL AND EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD; ªSELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITHOUT
CONSULT-II)º, refer to AT-44 and for EURO-OBD; ªTCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (No Tools)º, refer
to AT-63.)
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-73 (General and except for Euro-OBD), AT-78 (EURO-OBD).]
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 SERVICENJAT0247S02The torque converter should be replaced under any of the following conditions:
+External leaks in the hub weld area.
+Converter hub is scored or damaged.
+Converter pilot is broken, damaged or fits poorly into crankshaft.
+Steel particles are found after flushing the cooler and cooler lines.
+Pump is damaged or steel particles are found in the converter.
+Vehicle 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.)
+Converter is contaminated with engine coolant containing antifreeze.
+Internal failure of stator roller clutch.
+Heavy clutch debris due to overheating (blue converter).
+Steel 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.
PRECAUTIONS
Precautions (Cont'd)
AT-9

The torque converter should not be replaced if:
+The fluid has an odor, is discolored, and there is no evidence of metal or clutch facing particles.
+The threads in one or more of the converter bolt holes are damaged.
+Transaxle 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.
+Vehicle 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.
EURO-OBD SELF-DIAGNOSIS Ð EURO-OBD ÐNJAT0247S04+A/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 (MI). Refer to the table on AT-55
for the indicator used to display each self-diagnostic result.
+The self-diagnostic results indicated by the MI are automatically stored in both the ECM and TCM memo-
ries.
Always perform the procedure ªHOW TO ERASE DTCº on AT-52 to complete the repair and avoid
unnecessary blinking of the MI.
+The 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
*: For details of EURO-OBD, refer to EC-59, ªON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONº.
+Certain systems and components, especially those related to EURO-OBD, may use a new style
slide-locking type harness connector.
For description and how to disconnect, refer to EL-6, ªHARNESS CONNECTORº.
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble DiagnosisNJAT0248When you read wiring diagrams, refer to the following:
+GI-11, ªHOW TO READ WIRING DIAGRAMSº
+EL-10, ªPOWER SUPPLY ROUTINGº
When you perform trouble diagnosis, refer to the following:
+GI-32, ªHOW TO FOLLOW TEST GROUP IN TROUBLE DIAGNOSISº
+GI-21, ªHOW TO PERFORM EFFICIENT DIAGNOSIS FOR AN ELECTRICAL INCIDENTº
PRECAUTIONS
Service Notice or Precautions (Cont'd)
AT-10

A/T Electrical Parts LocationNJAT0008
SAT069K
OVERALL SYSTEM
A/T Electrical Parts Location
AT-16

SAT007J
+Line pressure is increased to a maximum irrespective of the
throttle opening when fluid temperature drops to þ10ÉC (14ÉF).
This pressure rise is adopted to prevent a delay in clutch and
brake operation due to extreme drop of fluid viscosity at low
temperature.
SHIFT CONTROLNJAT0015S02The shift is regulated entirely by electronic control to accommodate
vehicle speed and varying engine operations. This is accomplished
by electrical signals transmitted by the revolution sensor and
throttle position sensor. This results in improved acceleration per-
formance and fuel economy.
SAT008J
Control of Shift Solenoid Valves A and BNJAT0015S0201The TCM activates shift solenoid valves A and B according to sig-
nals from the throttle position sensor and revolution 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 ªONº, the drain circuit closes and pilot pressure is applied to
the shift valve.
Relation Between Shift Solenoid Valves A and B and
Gear Positions
NJAT0015S0203
Shift solenoid valveGear position
D
1,21,11D2,22,12D3D4(OD) N-P
A ON (Closed) OFF (Open) OFF (Open) ON (Closed) ON (Closed)
B ON (Closed) ON (Closed) OFF (Open) OFF (Open) ON (Closed)
Control of Shift Valves A and BNJAT0015S0202
SAT009J
OVERALL SYSTEM
Control Mechanism (Cont'd)
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CONSULT-IINJAT0022After performing ªSELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH CON-
SULT-II)º (AT-39), place check marks for results on the ªDIAGNOS-
TIC WORKSHEETº, AT-71. Reference pages are provided follow-
ing the items.
NOTICE:
1) The CONSULT-II electrically displays shift timing and lock-up
timing (that is, operation timing of each solenoid).
Check for time difference between actual shift timing and the
CONSULT-II display. If the difference is noticeable, mechani-
cal parts (except solenoids, sensors, etc.) may be malfunction-
ing. Check mechanical parts using applicable diagnostic pro-
cedures.
2) Shift schedule (which implies gear position) displayed on
CONSULT-II and that indicated in Service Manual may differ
slightly. This occurs because of the following reasons:
+Actual shift schedule has more or less tolerance or allowance,
+Shift schedule indicated in Service Manual refers to the point
where shifts start, and
+Gear position displayed on CONSULT-II indicates the point
where shifts are completed.
3) Shift solenoid valve ªAº or ªBº is displayed on CONSULT-II at
the start of shifting. Gear position is displayed upon completion
of shifting (which is computed by TCM).
4) Additional CONSULT-II information can be found in the Opera-
tion Manual supplied with the CONSULT-II unit.
SAT580J
SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH CONSULT-II)NJAT0022S021. Turn on CONSULT-II and touch ªA/Tº for TCM self-diagnosis.
If A/T is not displayed, check TCM power supply and ground
circuit. Refer to AT-118. If result is NG, refer to EL-10, ªPOWER
SUPPLY ROUTINGº.
SAT970J
2. Touch ªSELF-DIAG RESULTSº.
Display shows malfunction experienced since the last erasing
operation.
CONSULT-II performs ªREAL TIME DIAGº.
Also, any malfunction detected while in this mode will be dis-
played at real time.
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
EXCEPT FOR EURO-OBD
CONSULT-II
AT-39

SAT964I
Malfunction Indicator (MI)=NJAT02551. The malfunction indicator will light up when the ignition switch
is turned ON without the engine running. This is for checking
the lamp.
+If the malfunction indicator does not light up, refer to EL-185,
ªWarning Lampsº.
(Or see MI & CONSULT-II in EC section. Refer to EC-74,
ªDescriptionº, ªMalfunction Indicator (MI)º and EC-83, ªCON-
SULT-IIº.)
2. When the engine is started, the malfunction indicator should go
off.
If the lamp remains on, the on board diagnostic system has
detected an emission-related (EURO-OBD) malfunction. For
detail, refer to EC-59, ªON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
DESCRIPTIONº.
CONSULT-IINJAT0256After performing ªSELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (WITH CON-
SULT-II)º (AT-55), place check marks for results on the ªDIAGNOS-
TIC WORKSHEETº, AT-76. Reference pages are provided follow-
ing the items.
NOTICE:
1) The CONSULT-II electrically displays shift timing and lock-up
timing (that is, operation timing of each solenoid).
Check for time difference between actual shift timing and the
CONSULT-II display. If the difference is noticeable, mechani-
cal parts (except solenoids, sensors, etc.) may be malfunction-
ing. Check mechanical parts using applicable diagnostic pro-
cedures.
2) Shift schedule (which implies gear position) displayed on
CONSULT-II and that indicated in Service Manual may differ
slightly. This occurs because of the following reasons:
+Actual shift schedule has more or less tolerance or allowance,
+Shift schedule indicated in Service Manual refers to the point
where shifts start, and
+Gear position displayed on CONSULT-II indicates the point
where shifts are completed.
3) Shift solenoid valve ªAº or ªBº is displayed on CONSULT-II at
the start of shifting. Gear position is displayed upon completion
of shifting (which is computed by TCM).
4) Additional CONSULT-II information can be found in the Opera-
tion Manual supplied with the CONSULT-II unit.
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
EURO-OBD
Malfunction Indicator (MI)
AT-54