2. Check Valve Operation

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Remove oil pan. Refer to "CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY AND ACCUMULATORS ".
Check the following items:

Torque converter clutch solenoid valve

Check solenoid valve by listening for its operating sound while applying battery voltage to the terminal and ground.

Harness of terminal cord assembly for short or open

Fig 1: Checking Valve Operation
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

OK or NG

OK : GO TO 3.
NG : Repair or replace damaged parts.