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A/T Does Not Perform Lock-up

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SYMPTOM: 

A/T does not perform lock-up at the specified speed. 

  1. CHECK SELF-DIAGNOSTIC RESULTS 

    Does self-diagnosis show damage to torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit after cruise test?

    Fig 1: Self-Diagnostic Blinking Pattern
    G02033089Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    Yes or No 

    1. Yes: Check torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit. Refer to "DTC P0740 ".
    2. No: GO TO 2.
  2. CHECK ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR (THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR) 

    Check accelerator pedal position sensor (throttle position sensor). Refer to ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION SENSOR .

    Fig 2: Identifying Accelerator Pedal Position Sensor (Throttle Position Sensor)
    G02033090Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: GO TO 3.
    2. NG: Repair or replace accelerator pedal position sensor (throttle position sensor).
  3. DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEM 
    1. Remove control valve. Refer to CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY AND ACCUMULATORS .
    2. Check following items:
      • Torque converter clutch control valve
      • Torque converter relief valve
      • Torque converter clutch solenoid valve
      • Pilot valve
      • Pilot filter

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: GO TO 4.
    2. NG: Repair or replace damaged parts.
  4. CHECK SYMPTOM 

    Check again.

    OK or NG 

    1. OK: INSPECTION END 
    2. NG:
      1. Perform TCM input/output signal inspection.
      2. If NG, recheck TCM pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.