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Stall Test Procedure

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  1. Check A/T fluid and engine oil levels. If necessary, add fluid and oil.
  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. 
    Fig 1: Setting Parking Brake
    G00901329Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  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, 350 - 2, 800 rpm 
    Fig 2: Applying Foot Brake
    G00901330Courtesy 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 3: Moving Selector Lever To "N" Position
G00901331Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
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