P0826 Manual Mode Switch: Description
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.
Manual mode switch is installed in control device.
Manual mode switch transmits signals (manual mode, not manual mode, shift up and shift down) to combination meter.
Paddle shifter transmits signals (shift up and shift down) to combination meter. (With paddle shifter)
Combination meter transmits signals (manual mode, not manual mode, shift up and shift down) to TCM with CAN communication signal.