engine NISSAN PRIMERA 1999 Electronic User Guide

Detected items
(Screen terms for CONSULT-II, ªSELF
DIAGNOSISº test mode)
Malfunction is detected when ...TCM self-diagnosis OBD (DTC)
Available by
CVT or SPORT
indicator lamp
ªCVTº on CON-
SULT-IIAvailable by
malfunction
indicator lamp*2,
ªENGINEº on CON-
SULT-II or GST ªCVTº ªENGINEº
Engine speed signalITCM does not receive the proper volt-
age signal from the ECM.X P0725
ENGINE SPEED SIG
CVT fluid temperature sensorITCM receives an excessively low or
high voltage from the sensor.
X P0710
BATT/FLUID TEMP
SENATF TEMP SEN/
CIRC
Stepping motor circuitINot proper voltage change of the TCM
terminal when operating step motor.
X P1777
STEP MOTOR STEP MOTOR/
CIRC
Stepping motor functionIStep motor is not operating according
to the TCM.
X P1778
ÐSTEP MOTOR/
FNCTN
CVT fluid pressure sensorITCM receives an excessively low or
high voltage from the sensor.
X P1791
LINE PRESSURE
SENLINE PRESS SEN
CVT SAFE FUNCTIONITCM is malfunctioning.
XÐ
CVT SAFE FUNC-
TIONÐ
TCM (RAM)ITCM memory (RAM) is malfunction-
ing.
ÐÐ
CONTROL UNIT
(RAM)Ð
TCM (ROM)ITCM memory (ROM) is malfunction-
ing.
ÐÐ
CONTROL UNIT
(ROM)Ð
TCM (EEP ROM)ITCM memory (EEP ROM) is malfunc-
tioning.
ÐÐ
CONT UNIT (EEP
ROM)Ð
Initial startIThis is not a malfunction message
(Whenever shutting off a power supply
to the TCM, this message appears on
the screen.)XÐ
*INITIAL START*
Ð
No failure
(NO SELF DIAGNOSTIC FAILURE INDI-
CATED FURTHER TESTING MAY BE
REQUIRED**)INo failure has been detected.
XX
X: Applicable
Ð: Not applicable
*1: These malfunctions cannot be displayed by MI
if another malfunction is assigned to MI.
*2: Refer to EC section [ªMalfunction Indicator (MI)º, ªON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONº].
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
AT-20

DATA MONITOR MODE (CVT)NCAT0022S04
Item DisplayMonitor item
Description Remarks
TCM input
signalsMain
signals
Vehicle speed sensor
(Secondary speed sensor)VHCL SPEED
SE
[km/h] or [mph] X ÐIVehicle speed com-
puted from signal of
revolution sensor is dis-
played.When racing engine in ªNº
or ªPº position with vehicle
stationary, CONSULT-II data
may not indicate
0 km/h (0 mph).
Throttle position sensor THRTL POS
SEN
[V]XÐIThrottle position sensor
signal voltage is dis-
played.Ð
CVT fluid temperature
sensorFLUID TEMP
SE
[V]
XÐICVT fluid temperature
sensor signal voltage is
displayed.
ISignal voltage lowers
as fluid temperature
rises.Ð
Battery voltage BATTERY VOLT
[V]XÐISource voltage of TCM
is displayed.Ð
Engine speed ENGINE
SPEED
[rpm] X XIEngine speed, com-
puted from engine
speed signal, is dis-
played.Engine speed display may
not be accurate under
approx. 800 rpm. It may not
indicate 0 rpm even when
engine is not running.
P/N position switch N POSITION
SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF state com-
puted from signal of
P/N position SW is dis-
played.Ð
R position switch R POSITION
SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF state com-
puted from signal of R
position SW is dis-
played.Ð
D position switch D POSITION
SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF state com-
puted from signal of D
position SW is dis-
played.Ð
Sport mode switch S POSITION
SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF status, com-
puted from signal of
Sport mode SW, is dis-
played.Ð
L position switch L POSITION
SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF status, com-
puted from signal of L
position SW, is dis-
played.Ð
Closed throttle position
switchCLOSED
THL/SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF status, com-
puted from signal of
closed throttle position
SW, is displayed.Ð
Wide open throttle position
switchW/O THRL/
P-SW
[ON/OFF]XÐION/OFF status, com-
puted from signal of
wide open throttle posi-
tion SW, is displayed.Ð
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
AT-21

WORK SUPPORT MODE WITH CONSULT-II
1. Turn ignition switch ªOFFº.
2. Connect CONSULT-II to Data link connector. Data link connec-
tor is located in left side dash panel.
3. Turn ignition switch ªONº.
4. Touch ªSTARTº.
5. Touch ªCVTº.
6. Touch ªWORK SUPPORTº.
7. Touch ªENGINE BRAKE ADJUSTMENTº.
8. Touch ªSTARTº.
NRS071 Data link connector
SAT586J
SAT651J
SAT732J
SAT933J
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
AT-24

9. Set ªENGINE BRAKE LEVELº by touching ªUPº or ªDOWNº.
ENGINE BRAKE LEVEL
0: Initial set value (Engine brake level control is
activated)
OFF: Engine brake level control is disactivated.
10. Turn ignition switch ªOFFº, wait at least 5 seconds and then
turn ignition switch ªONº.
11. Engine brake level set is completed.
CAUTION:
Mode of ª+1º ª0º ª-1º ª-2º ªOFFº can be selected by pressing
the ªUPº ªDOWNº on CONSULT screen. However, do not
select mode other than ª0º and ªOFFº. If the ª+1º or ª-1º or
ª-2º is selected, that might cause the abnormality of drivabil-
ity.
DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE WITHOUT CONSULT-IINCAT0022S07OBD Self-diagnostic Procedure (With GST)NCAT0022S0701Refer to EC section [ªGeneric Scan Tool (GST)º, ªON BOARD
DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONº].
OBD Self-diagnostic Procedure (No Tools)NCAT0022S0702
Refer to EC section [ªMalfunction Indicator (MI)º, ªON BOARD
DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONº].
TCM Self-diagnostic Procedure (No Tools)=NCAT0022S0703Preparation
1. Turn ignition switch to ªOFFº position.
2. Disconnect the throttle position switch harness connector.
3. Turn ignition switch to ªONº position.
4. Check continuity of the closed throttle position switch.
Continuity should exist.
(If continuity does not exist, check throttle opener and
closed throttle position switch. Then increase vacuum
until closed throttle position switch shows continuity.)
5. Connect the throttle position switch harness connector.
6. Warm up the engine.
7. Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF two more times, and
then turn to OFF.
8. In the ªPº position of the selector lever, turn the ignition switch
ON, and verify that the CVT warning lamp turns on for about
2 seconds.
9. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
10. Press the brake pedal, and shift the selector lever to the ªDº
position.
11. Turn the ignition switch ON.
12. Release the brake, and shift the selector lever to the ªLº posi-
tion.
13. Fully depress both brake and accelerator pedals all the way to
the floor. Without releasing the brake and accelerator pedals,
shift the selector lever to the ªDº position.
14. Read the display from the CVT warning lamp to complete the
diagnosis.
SAT934J
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
AT-25

CVT or SPORT indicator lamp*
6th judgement flicker is longer than others.
SAT447FA
Line pressure solenoid valve circuit is short-circuited or discon-
nected.
ÞGo to LINE PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE (DTC: 0745),
AT-74.
Light
Shade
7th judgement flicker is longer than others.
SAT449FA
Lock up solenoid valve circuit is short-circuited or disconnected.
ÞGo to TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID VALVE
(DTC: 0740), AT-69.
Light
Shade
8th judgement flicker is longer than others.
SAT451FA
CVT fluid temperature sensor is disconnected or TCM power
source circuit is damaged.
ÞGo to CVT FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR (DTC: 0710)
AND TCM POWER SOURCE, AT-54.
Self diagnosis
start
Light
Shade
9th judgement flicker is longer than others.
SAT453FA
Engine speed signal circuit is short-circuited or disconnected.
ÞGo to ENGINE SPEED SIGNAL (DTC: 0725), AT-66.
Light
Shade
10th judgement flicker is longer than others.
SAT455FA Light
Shade
IWhen ª4th judgement flickerº and/or ª6th judgement flickerº is
displayed, inspect ªSTEP MOTOR (DTC: 1777)º and/or ªLINE
PRESSURE SOLENOID VALVE (DTC: 0745)º.
IWhen neither ª4th judgement flickerº nor ª6th judgement flickerº
are displayed, replace TCM.
ÞGo to CVT SAFE FUNCTION, AT-99.Flickers as shown below.
SAT457FA
Battery voltage is low.
Battery has been disconnected for a long time.
Battery is connected conversely.
(When reconnecting TCM connectors Ð This is not a problem)
Light
Shade
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
CONSULT-II (Cont'd)
AT-27

IntroductionNCAT0023
The TCM receives a signal from the vehicle speed sensor, throttle
position sensor or PNP switch and provides shift control or lock-up
control via step motor and 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
capable of diagnosing malfunctioning parts while the ECM can
store malfunctions 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
malfunction, etc.
It is much more difficult to diagnose a problem that occurs intermit-
tently rather than continuously. Most intermittent problems 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 problems. A road
test with CONSULT-II (or GST) or a circuit tester connected should
be performed. Follow the ªWork Flowº. Refer to AT-32.
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 problems, espe-
cially intermittent ones. Find out what symptoms are present and
under what conditions they occur. A ªDiagnostic Worksheetº like the
example (AT-31) should be used.
Start your diagnosis by looking for ªconventionalº problems first.
This will help troubleshoot driveability problems on an electronically
controlled engine vehicle.
Also check related Service bulletins for information.
SAT631IA Sensors
TCM
ECM
Solenoid valves
SAT632I INFO.CAUSE
SEF234G
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð INTRODUCTION
Introduction
AT-29

DIAGNOSTIC WORKSHEET=NCAT0023S01Information from CustomerNCAT0023S0101KEY POINTS
WHAT..... Vehicle & CVT model
WHEN..... Date, Frequencies
WHERE..... Road conditions
HOW..... Operating conditions, Symptoms
Customer name MR/MS Model & Year VIN
Trans. model Engine Mileage
Incident Date Manuf. Date In Service Date
FrequencylContinuouslIntermittent ( times a day)
lVehicle does not move. (lAny positionlParticular position)
SymptomslLockup malfunction
lShift point too high or too low.
lShift shock or slip (lN,DlLockuplAny drive position)
lNoise or vibration
lNo pattern select
lOthers
()
SPORT indicator lamp or CVT
indicator (warning) lampBlinks for about 8 seconds.
lContinuously litlNot lit
Malfunction indicator (MI)lContinuously litlNot lit
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð INTRODUCTION
Introduction (Cont'd)
AT-30

Diagnostic Worksheet=NCAT0023S0102
1.lRead the Fail-safe and listen to customer complaints. AT-6
2.lCHECK CVT FLUIDAT-34
lLeakage (Follow specified procedure)
lFluid condition
lFluid level
3.lPerform STALL TEST and LINE PRESSURE TEST. AT-34, 35
lStall test Ð Mark possible damaged components/others.
lForward clutchlReverse brake
lEngine
lLine pressure is low
lLine Pressure test Ð Suspected parts:
4.lPerform all ROAD TEST and mark required procedures. AT-36
4-1. Check before engine is started.AT-37
lSELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE Ð Mark detected items.
lPNP switch, AT-48.
lCVT fluid temperature sensor, AT-54.
lVehicle speed sensor (Secondary speed sensor), AT-62.
lEngine speed signal, AT-66.
lTorque converter clutch solenoid valve, AT-69.
lLine pressure solenoid valve, AT-74.
lStep motor, AT-86, 91.
lCVT fluid pressure sensor, AT-94.
lThrottle position sensor, AT-79.
lStop lamp and throttle position switches.
lCVT fluid temperature sensor and TCM power source, AT-54.
lPrimary speed sensor, AT-59.
lPNP switch, stop lamp switch, throttle position switch AT-105.
lBattery
lOthers
5.lFor self-diagnosis NG items, inspect each component. Repair or replace the damaged parts. AT-19
6.lPerform all ROAD TEST and re-mark required procedures. AT-36
7.lPerform the Diagnostic Procedures for all remaining items marked NG. Repair or replace the damaged
parts.
Refer to the Symptom Chart when you perform the procedures. (The chart also shows some other possible
symptoms and the component inspection orders.)AT-41
AT-54
8.lErase DTC from TCM and ECM memories. AT-16
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð INTRODUCTION
Introduction (Cont'd)
AT-31

CVT Fluid CheckNCAT0025FLUID LEAKAGE CHECKNCAT0025S011. 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 fluid leakage.
FLUID CONDITION CHECKNCAT0025S02
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pink Water 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 CHECKNCAT0025S03Refer to MA section (ªChecking CVT Fluidº, ªCHASSIS AND BODY
MAINTENANCEº).
Stall TestNCAT0026STALL TEST PROCEDURENCAT0026S011. Check CVT fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until engine oil and CVT
fluid reach operating temperature.
CVT fluid operating temperature:
50 - 80ÉC (122 - 176ÉF)
SAT767B
SAT288G Fluid leakage
SAT638A
SAT647B
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTION
CVT Fluid Check
AT-34

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 mark the point of specified engine
rpm on indicator.
5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in D
position.
6. Accelerate to wide open throttle gradually while applying foot
brake.
7. Quickly note the engine stall revolution and immediately
release throttle.
IDuring test, never hold throttle wide open for more than 5
seconds.
Stall revolution:
2,350 - 2,850 rpm
8. Move selector lever to ªNº position.
9. Cool off CVT fluid.
IRun engine at idle for at least one minute.
Line Pressure TestNCAT0027LINE PRESSURE TEST PORTSNCAT0027S01Location of line pressure test ports are shown in the illustration.
IAlways replace pressure plugs as they are self-sealing
bolts.
LINE PRESSURE TEST PROCEDURENCAT0027S021. Check CVT fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add fluid
or oil.
2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until engine oil and CVT
fluid reach operating temperature.
CVT fluid operating temperature:
50 - 80ÉC (122 - 176ÉF)
SAT513G
SAT514G Less
than
5 sec.
SAT771B
SAT670J Line pressure test port
SAT647B
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS Ð BASIC INSPECTION
Stall Test (Cont'd)
AT-35