transmission fluid NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003 Electronic Repair Manual

AT-1
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
C TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE
CONTENTS
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AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 5
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 5
Precautions for On Board Diagnostic (EURO-OBD)
System of A/T and Engine — Euro-OBD — ............. 5
Precautions For Trouble Diagnosis .......................... 5
Precautions For Harness Repair .............................. 5
Precautions .............................................................. 6
Service Notice or Precautions .................................. 7
Wiring Diagrams and Trouble Diagnosis .................. 8
PREPARATION ........................................................... 9
Special Service Tools ............................................... 9
Commercial Service Tools .......................................11
A/T FLUID ................................................................. 13
Checking A/T Fluid ................................................. 13
Changing A/T Fluid ................................................ 13
OVERALL SYSTEM ................................................. 14
A/T Electrical Parts Location .................................. 14
Circuit Diagram ...................................................... 16
Cross-sectional View .............................................. 17
Hydraulic Control Circuit ........................................ 18
Shift Mechanism ..................................................... 19
Control System ....................................................... 27
Control Mechanism ................................................ 29
Control Valve .......................................................... 33
EURO-OBD
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — INDEX ........................... 35
Alphabetical & P No. Index for DTC ....................... 35
ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIP-
TION .......................................................................... 37
Introduction ............................................................ 37
EURO-OBD Function for A/T System .................... 37
One or Two Trip Detection Logic of EURO-OBD ... 37
EURO-OBD Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) ......... 37
Malfunction Indicator lamp (MIL) ............................ 41
CONSULT-II ........................................................... 41
Diagnostic Procedure Without CONSULT-II ........... 50TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — INTRODUCTION ........... 56
Introduction ............................................................. 56
Work Flow ............................................................... 61
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION .... 64
A/T Fluid Check ...................................................... 64
Stall Test ................................................................. 65
Line Pressure Test .................................................. 68
Road Test ............................................................... 69
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIP-
TION .......................................................................... 86
Symptom Chart ....................................................... 86
TCM Terminals and Reference Value ...................125
CAN COMMUNICATION .........................................129
System Description ...............................................129
DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP)
SWITCH ..................................................................130
Description ............................................................130
Wiring Diagram — AT — PNP/SW .......................132
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................133
Component Inspection ..........................................135
DTC P0710 A/T FLUID TEMPERATURE SENSOR
CIRCUIT ..................................................................136
Description ............................................................136
Wiring Diagram — AT — FTS ..............................138
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................139
Component Inspection ..........................................141
DTC P0720 VEHICLE SPEED SENSOR·A/T (REV-
OLUTION SENSOR) ...............................................142
Description ............................................................142
Wiring Diagram — AT — VSSA/T ........................144
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................145
DTC P0725 ENGINESPEED SIGNAL ...................147
Description ............................................................147
Wiring Diagram — AT — ENGSS .........................148
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................149
DTC P0731 A/T 1ST GEAR FUNCTION ................151
Description ............................................................151
Wiring Diagram — AT — 1ST ...............................154
Diagnostic Procedure ...........................................155
Component Inspection ..........................................156

AT-28
OVERALL SYSTEM
CONTROL SYSTEM
TCM FUNCTION
ThefunctionoftheTCMisto:
lReceive input signals sent from various switches and sensors.
lDetermine required line pressure, shifting point, lock-up operation, and engine brake operation.
lSend required output signals to the respective solenoids.
INPUT/OUTPUT SIGNAL OF TCM
SCIA0690E
Sensors, switches and solenoid
valvesFunction
InputPNP switch Detects select lever position and sends a signal to TCM.
Throttle position sensor (accelerator
pedal position(app) sensorDetects throttle valve position 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 switch*1Sends a signal, which prohibits a shift to “D
4” (overdrive) position, to the
TCM.
Stop lamp switch Releases lock-up system when depressing pedal in lock-up condition.

AT-30
OVERALL SYSTEM
At Low Fluid Temperature
lFluid viscosity and frictional characteristics of the clutch facing change with fluid temperature. Clutch
engaging or band-contacting pressure is compensated for, according to fluid temperature, to stabilize
shifting quality.
lThe line pressure is reduced below 60°C(140°F) to prevent
shifting shock due to low viscosity of automatic transmission
fluid when temperature is low.
lLine pressure is increased to a maximum irrespective of the
throttle opening when fluid temperature drops to-10°C(14°F).
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 CONTROL
The shift is regulated entirely by electronic control to accommodate vehicle speed and varying engine opera-
tions. This is accomplished by electrical signals transmitted by the revolution sensor and throttle position sen-
sor. This results in improved acceleration performance and fuel economy.
Control of Shift Solenoid Valves A and B
The 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 memo-
rizedintheTCM.
The shift solenoid valve performs simple ON-OFF operation. When
set to “ON”, the drain circuit closes and pilot pressure is applied to
the shift valve.
Relation Between Shift Solenoid Valves A and B and Gear Positions
SAT006J
SAT007J
SAT008J
Shift solenoid valveGear position
D1,21,11D2,22,12D3D4(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)

OVERALL SYSTEM
AT-31
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Control of Shift Valves A and B
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 “ON”, pilot pressure
applied to the end face of the shift valve overcomes spring force, moving the valve upward.
LOCK-UP CONTROL
The 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 an oil pressure signal which controls the torque converter clutch piston.
Conditions for Lock-up Operation
When 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.
Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve Control
The torque converter clutch solenoid valve is controlled by the TCM.
The plunger closes the drain circuit during the “OFF” period, and
opens the circuit during the “ON” period. If the percentage of OFF-
time increases in one cycle, the pilot pressure drain time is reduced
and pilot pressure remains high.
SAT009J
Overdrive control switch ON OFF
Selector lever “D” 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 40°C(104°F)
SAT010J

AT-64
[EURO-OBD]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION
PFP:00000
A/T Fluid CheckECS0 04 QQ
FLUID LEAKAGE CHECK
1. Clean area suspected of leaking. — for example, mating surface
of converter housing and transmission case.
2. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in “D” posi-
tion and wait a few minutes.
3. Stop engine.
4. Check for fresh leakage.
FLUID CONDITION CHECK
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Refer to “Checking A/T Fluid”,AT-13, "A/T FLUID".
SAT767B
SAT288G
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pink Water contamination — Road water
entering through filler tube or breather
Varnished fluid, light to dark brown and
tackyOxidation — Over or under filling, —
Overheating
SAT638A

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIPTION
AT-113
[EURO-OBD]
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Vehicle will not run in any position.ON vehicle1. Fluid levelAT-64,
"FLUID
LEVEL
CHECK"
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2. Control cable adjustmentAT-456,
"Control
Cable
Adjustment"
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3. Line pressure testAT-68, "
Line
Pressure
Te s t"
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4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-436,
"LINE
PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
AT-186,
"DTC P0745
LINE PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
OFF vehicle5. Oil pumpAT-485, "
Oil
Pump"¬
6. High clutchAT-507,
"High
Clutch"
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7. Brake bandAT-530,
"Band
Servo Pis-
ton Assem-
bly"
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8. Low & reverse brakeAT-518,
"Low&
Reverse
Brake"
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9. Torque converterAT-465,
"Locations
of Adjusting
Shims, Nee-
dle Bear-
ings, Thrust
Washers
and Snap
Rings"
¬
10. Parking componentsAT-461,
"Compo-
nents"
¬
Transmission noise in “D”, “2”, “1”
and “R” positions.ON vehicle 1. Fluid levelAT-64,
"FLUID
LEVEL
CHECK"
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OFF vehicle 2. Torque converterAT-465,
"Locations
of Adjusting
Shims, Nee-
dle Bear-
ings, Thrust
Washers
and Snap
Rings"
¬ Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference Page
Except for
Euro-OBDEURO-OBD

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIPTION
AT-117
[EURO-OBD]
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ATLarge shock changing from “12”to
“1
1” in “1” position.ON vehicle 1. Control valve assemblyAT-454,
"Control
Va lv e
Assembly
and Accu-
mulators"
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OFF vehicle 2. Low & reverse brakeAT-518,
"Low&
Reverse
Brake"
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Transmission overheats. ON vehicle1. Fluid levelAT-64,
"FLUID
LEVEL
CHECK"
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2. Engine idling rpm"EC-XX",
“Idle Speed
and Ignition
Timin g”¬
3. Throttle position sensor (Accelerator
pedal position (App) sensor) AdjustmentEC-154, "
DTC P0121 APP
SENSOR"
4. Line pressure testAT-68, "
Line
Pressure
Te s t"
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5. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-436,
"LINE
PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
AT-186,
"DTC P0745
LINE PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
6. Control valve assemblyAT-454,
"Control
Va lv e
Assembly
and Accu-
mulators"
¬ Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference Page
Except for
Euro-OBDEURO-OBD

AT-286
[EXC.F/EURO-OBD]
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION
TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — BASIC INSPECTION
PFP:00000
A/T Fluid CheckECS004VR
FLUID LEAKAGE CHECK
1. Clean area suspected of leaking. — for example, mating surface
of converter housing and transmission case.
2. Start engine, apply foot brake, place selector lever in “D” posi-
tion and wait a few minutes.
3. Stop engine.
4. Check for fresh leakage.
FLUID CONDITION CHECK
FLUID LEVEL CHECK
Refer to “Checking A/T Fluid”,AT-13, "A/T FLUID".
SAT767B
SAT288G
Fluid color Suspected problem
Dark or black with burned odor Wear of frictional material
Milky pink Water contamination — Road water
entering through filler tube or breather
Varnished fluid, light to dark brown and
tackyOxidation — Over or under filling, —
Overheating
SAT638A

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIPTION
AT-335
[EXC.F/EURO-OBD]
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Vehicle will not run in any position.ON vehicle1. Fluid levelAT-286,
"FLUID
LEVEL
CHECK"
¬
2. Control cable adjustmentAT-456,
"Control
Cable
Adjustment"
¬
3. Line pressure testAT-290,
"Line Pres-
sure Test"
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4. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-436,
"LINE
PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
AT-186,
"DTC P0745
LINE PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
OFF vehicle5. Oil pumpAT-485, "
Oil
Pump"¬
6. High clutchAT-507,
"High
Clutch"
¬
7. Brake bandAT-530,
"Band
Servo Pis-
ton Assem-
bly"
¬
8. Low & reverse brakeAT-518,
"Low&
Reverse
Brake"
¬
9. Torque converterAT-465,
"Locations
of Adjusting
Shims, Nee-
dle Bear-
ings, Thrust
Washers
and Snap
Rings"
¬
10. Parking componentsAT-461,
"Compo-
nents"
¬
Transmission noise in “D”, “2”, “1”
and “R” positions.ON vehicle 1. Fluid levelAT-286,
"FLUID
LEVEL
CHECK"
¬
OFF vehicle 2. Torque converterAT-465,
"Locations
of Adjusting
Shims, Nee-
dle Bear-
ings, Thrust
Washers
and Snap
Rings"
¬ Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference Page
Except for
Euro-OBDEURO-OBD

TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS — GENERAL DESCRIPTION
AT-339
[EXC.F/EURO-OBD]
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F
G
H
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B
ATLarge shock changing from “12”to
“1
1” in “1” position.ON vehicle 1. Control valve assemblyAT-454,
"Control
Va lv e
Assembly
and Accu-
mulators"
¬
OFF vehicle 2. Low & reverse brakeAT-518,
"Low&
Reverse
Brake"
¬
Transmission overheats. ON vehicle1. Fluid levelAT-286,
"FLUID
LEVEL
CHECK"
¬
2. Engine idling rpm"EC-XX",
“Idle Speed
and Ignition
Timin g”¬
3. Throttle position sensor (Accelerator
pedal position (App) sensor) AdjustmentEC-154, "
DTC P0121 APP
SENSOR"
4. Line pressure testAT-290,"Line Pres-
sure Test"
¬
5. Line pressure solenoid valveAT-436,
"LINE
PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
AT-186,
"DTC P0745
LINE PRES-
SURE
SOLENOID
VA LV E"
6. Control valve assemblyAT-454,
"Control
Va lv e
Assembly
and Accu-
mulators"
¬ Symptom Condition Diagnostic ItemReference Page
Except for
Euro-OBDEURO-OBD