Time lag test procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Nissan Quest. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the A/T fluid temperature is 50 to 80°C (122 to 176°F). Check the amount of A/T fluid. Replenish if necessary.
Switch of A/C and light etc. are off.

Fig 1: Inspecting Amount Of Engine Oil
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.

Fig 2: Identifying Engagement Of Parking Brake
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Engine start, apply foot brake.
Measure time lag by using stopwatch from moment when shift lever is shifted in "N" to "D" position and "N" to "R" position until moment slightly shock can be felt.
CAUTION:
- Make sure to take 3 measurement and take the average value.
- Make sure to keep interval for more than one minute between time lag tests.
  (That purpose is to remove clutch/brake pressure was left unfinished.)

Time lag:

"N" to "D" position: Less than 0.7 sec .

"N" to "R" position: Less than 1.2 sec .