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Diagnostic Procedure

  1. CHECK INPUT SIGNAL 

    With CONSULT-II 

    Fig 1: CONSULT-II Display - Data Monitor
    G02456063Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    1. Start engine.
    2. Select "TCM INPUT SIGNALS" in "DATA MONITOR" mode for "A/T" with CONSULT-II.
    3. Read out the value of "VHCL/S SE.MTR" while driving. Check the value changes according to driving speed.

    Without CONSULT-II 

    1. Start engine.
    2. Check voltage between TCM terminal 40 and ground while driving at 2 to 3 km/h (1 to 2 MPH) for 1 m (3 ft) or more.
      1. Voltage: Voltage varies between less than 1 V and more than 4.5 V. 

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: GO TO  3.
    2. NG: GO TO  2.
    Fig 2: Checking Voltage Between TCM Terminal 40 & Ground
    G02456064Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  2. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM 

    Check the following items:

    • Vehicle speed sensor and ground circuit for vehicle speed sensor

      Refer to METERS AND GAUGES .

    • Harness for short or open between TCM and vehicle speed sensor (Main harness)

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: GO TO  3.
    2. NG: Repair or replace damaged parts.
  3. CHECK DTC 

    Perform DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE .

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: INSPECTION END 
    2. NG: GO TO  4.
  4. CHECK TCM INSPECTION 
    1. Perform TCM input/output signal inspection.
    2. If NG, recheck TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: INSPECTION END 
    2. NG: Repair or replace damaged parts.