Drive Plate RUNOUT (CVT)

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Runout (Total Indicator Reading):

Drive plate (CVT) torque converter surface: less than 0.35mm (.0138 in)

Ring gear: less than 0.5mm ((.0197 in)

CAUTION:

The signal plate is built into the drive assembly. Be careful not to damage the signal plate, particularly the teeth.
Check the drive plate and signal plate for deformation or cracks.
Keep any magnetized objects away from the signal plate, particularly the teeth.

Fig 1: Checking Drive Plate Runout (A/T)

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

Fig 2: Checking Drive Plate For Deformation Or Cracks

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