A/T Does Not Shift: D3 -> 22, When Selector Lever "D" -> "2" Position

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SYMPTOM:

A/T does not shift from D ₃ to 2 ₂ when changing selector lever from "D" to "2" position.

CHECK PNP SWITCH CIRCUIT
With CONSULT-II

Does "TCM INPUT SIGNALS" in Data Monitor show damage to PNP switch circuit?

Without CONSULT-II

Does self-diagnosis show damage to PNP switch circuit?

Fig 1: Checking PNP Switch Circuit
Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

Yes or No
1. Yes: Check PNP switch circuit. Refer to "DTC P0705 ".
2. No: Go to "A/T Does Not Shift: D1 -> D2 or Does Not Kickdown: D4 -> D2 ".