Additional Service When Replacing Transaxle Assembly: Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Perform the following work after the transaxle assembly is replaced. For work procedure, refer to Work Procedure .

NOTE: The CD provided with the new transaxle assembly contains important calibration data that must be installed with CONSULT after installation of the new transaxle assembly. Do not discard the CD.

ERASING AND WRITING TCM DATA

TCM performs accurate control by retrieving data (inherent characteristic value) of each solenoid. For this reason, after replacing transaxle assembly, it is necessary to erase data stored in TCM and write new data.

ERASING OF CVT FLUID DEGRADATION LEVEL DATA

TCM records the degradation level of the CVT fluid calculated from the vehicle driving status. Therefore, if the transaxle assembly is replaced, it is necessary to erase the CVT fluid degradation level data recorded by TCM.