Road Test: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

The purpose of the test is to determine overall performance of A/T and analyze causes of problems.
The road test consists of the following three parts:

Check before engine is started
Check at idle
Cruise test

Fig 1: Road Test Procedure Block Diagram
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Before road test, familiarize yourself with all test procedures and items to check.
Conduct tests on all items until specified symptom is found. Troubleshoot items which check out No Good after road test. Refer to "ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM DESCRIPTION " and "TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOMS ".

Fig 2: Identifying Problems According To Test Procedures
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.