Diagnosis Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Infiniti QX60. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- INSPECT CVT CHAIN
- Remove the control valve (valve body). Refer to Removal and Installation
.NOTE: Before lifting the vehicle:
- Place the transmission gear selector in Neutral.
- Leave the driver door unlatched.
- Inspect the CVT chain. Refer to Component Inspection .
Is CVT chain OK?
YES
GO TO 2.
NO
GO TO 3.
- Remove the control valve (valve body). Refer to Removal and Installation
.
- REPLACE CONTROL VALVE
Replace control valve (valve body). Refer to Removal and Installation .
Work End.
- REPLACE TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY
- Once CVT replacement is determined, use borescope J-51951 to record a 15 second or less continuous video of the most severe evidence of chain slip and the VIN on the F.M.V.S.S. certification (VIN) label located on B-pillar.NOTE: Attach the video to the Powertrain Call Center CVT Preauthorization Form prior to calling for authorization. Failure to submit the video will cause denial of request for CVT replacement.
- Completely reassemble the transaxle assembly.
- Replace the transaxle assembly. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Work End.
- Once CVT replacement is determined, use borescope J-51951 to record a 15 second or less continuous video of the most severe evidence of chain slip and the VIN on the F.M.V.S.S. certification (VIN) label located on B-pillar.