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Stall Test Procedure

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  1. Check A/T fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add.
  2. Drive vehicle for approx. 10 minutes or until fluid and oil reach operating temperature.
    1. ATF operating temperature: 50 - 80°C (122 - 176°F) 
  3. Set parking brake and block wheels.
  4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
    • It 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.
    • During test, never hold throttle wide open for more than 5 seconds. 
      1. Stall revolution 
      2. QG18DE: 2, 350 - 2, 800 RPM 
    Fig 1: Applying Foot Brake
    G00899082Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  8. Move selector lever to "N" position.
  9. Cool off ATF.
    • Run engine at idle for at least one minute. 
  10. Repeat steps 5 through 9 with selector lever in "2""1" and "R" positions.
Fig 2: Moving Selector Lever To "N" Position
G00899083Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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