1. Check Before Engine Is Started

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Nissan Sentra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK O/D OFF INDICATOR LAMP
1. Park vehicle on flat surface.
2. Move selector lever to P position.
3. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Wait at least 5 seconds.
4. Turn ignition switch to ON position. (Do not start engine.)
5. Does O/D OFF indicator lamp come on for about 2 seconds?
Yes or No
1. Yes: GO TO 2.
2. No: Stop ROAD TEST. Go to 1. O/D OFF Indicator Lamp Does Not Come On .
  
  Fig 1: Moving A/T Selector Lever To "P" Position
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
CHECK O/D OFF INDICATOR LAMP
Does O/D OFF indicator lamp flicker for about 8 seconds?

Fig 2: Identifying Overdrive Off Indicator Lamp Display
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Yes or No
1. Yes: Perform self-diagnosis and check NG items on the Diagnostic Worksheet . Refer to TCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS) .
2. No:
  1. Turn ignition switch to OFF position.
  2. Perform self-diagnosis and note NG items. Refer to TCM SELF-DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE (NO TOOLS) .
  3. Go to 2. CHECK AT IDLE .