7. Detect Malfunctioning Item

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Remove oil pan. Refer to "CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLY AND ACCUMULATORS ".
Check the following items:

A/T fluid temperature sensor
- Check resistance between two terminals while changing temperature as shown.
  
  Fig 1: A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor Resistance Specification Table
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  
  Fig 2: Heating A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor
  Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
Harness of terminal cord assembly for short or open

OK or NG

OK (Without CONSULT-II) : GO TO 8.
NG : Repair or replace damaged parts.