Diagnosis Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CHECK CVT POSITION
1. Disconnect CVT unit connector.
2. Remove control cable from manual lever. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
3. Check PNP switch. Refer to "COMPONENT INSPECTION ".
Is the inspection result normal?

YES: Adjust CVT position. Refer to "INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT ".

NO: GO TO 2.

CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TCM AND PNP SWITCH (PART 1)

Turn ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect TCM connector.
Check continuity between TCM vehicle side harness connector terminals and CVT unit vehicle side harness connector terminals.

TERMINAL CONTINUITY REFERENCE

TCM vehicle side harness connector		CVT unit vehicle side harness connector		Continuity
Connector	Terminal	Connector	Terminal	Continuity
F15 (A)	1	F46 (B)	5	Existed
	2		14
	3		15
	4		18
	11		4

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: GO TO 3.

NO: Repair or replace damaged parts.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between TCM And CVT Unit Vehicle Side Harness Connector Terminals

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

CHECK HARNESS BETWEEN TCM AND PNP SWITCH (PART 2)

Check continuity between TCM vehicle side harness connector terminals and ground.

TERMINAL CONTINUITY REFERENCE

TCM vehicle side harness connector		Ground	Continuity
Connector	Terminal
F15	1		Not existed
	2
	3
	4
	11

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: GO TO 4.

NO: Repair or replace damaged parts.

Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between TCM Vehicle Side Harness Connector Terminals And Ground

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEMS
Check TCM connector pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.

Is the inspection result normal?

YES: Replace TCM. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".

NO: Repair or replace damaged parts.