Boletim Tecnico - JF015 - Re0f11a
Boletim Tecnico - JF015 - Re0f11a
IF YOU CONFIRM
The customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or
vibration), hesitation on acceleration, lack of power or RPM flare.
AND/OR
ACTION
Refer to the Repair Overview on page 2.
IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you
will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it
contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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REPAIR OVERVIEW
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REQUIRED TOOLS / MATERIALS
J-50272
Digital Depth J-25721-A
Gauge J-51923 Slide Hammer Set
J-Hook Case
Separator
J-50271
Gauge Block
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Essential Special Service Tools (continued)
Figure C
Figure D Figure E
Figure F
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Essential Special Service Tools (continued)
Figure G Figure H
First Groove Seal Tool (Top) First Groove Seal Tool (Bottom)
J-52595-1 J-52595-1
Figure I Figure J
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Repairs performed for this bulletin require CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus)
Diagnostic result reporting function-Setting be turned ON and Diagnosis (All Systems) be
performed. If not done, it may result in a repair being non-warrantable.
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Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal
CAUTION:
Never allow any chemicals or fluids other than NS-3 CVT fluid or suitable
cleaners to enter the CVT assembly.
Never allow any foreign debris, dust, dirt, etc. to enter the CVT assembly.
Presets 1 2 3 4 5 6
AM
FM 1
FM 2
SAT 1
SAT 2/3
Bass Treble Balance Fade Speed Sen. Vol.
3. Before lifting the vehicle, place the transmission gear selector in Neutral.
5. Raise the vehicle, and then drain the CVT fluid by removing the drain plug.
Remove engine under cover if needed.
CAUTION: Use caution when looking into the drain hole as there is the risk of fluid
entering the eye.
Figure 1B
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Exploded View
Figure 2B
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9. Inspect inside the CVT pan for any evidence of broken parts.
EXAMPLE:
Figure 3B is acceptable for this repair – Magnets with fine debris or sludge in
any amount.
Figure 4B is No Good (NG) for this repair - Broken parts would include pieces
of bearing cages, bearings, clutch material, belt elements, etc.
OK NG
Bearing rollers
Any amount of fine or bearing race
debris is acceptable.
OK NG
Large metal
pieces
Figure 4B
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Is there any evidence of broken parts or excessive debris?
a. Document the debris found with video (see page 137 for details).
c. Call the PCC for CVT replacement authorization (see page 137 for contact
information).
o NO:
If DTC P17F0 is not stored, proceed to next step to continue the repair.
If DTC P17F0 is stored, proceed to Remove CVT from the Vehicle and
Disassemble External Parts on page 25.
3 bolts
Strainer
Figure 5B
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Nut and washer
Figure 6B
Manual plate
Figure 7B
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CVT Belt Visual Inspection
3. Using the steps on pages 14-19 inspect the entirety of the two sides of the belt that
come in contact with the pulleys (see Figure 2C):
IMPORTANT:
Reference the pictures on pages 20-23 for comparison.
Use borescope J-51951 with mirror attachment.
Be sure to remove the protective film from the mirror before the first use.
Clean the camera lens and mirror before each inspection. Use 90% isopropyl
alcohol, and a lens swab from Lens Swab packet J-51963 listed in PARTS
INFORMATION.
Before inspecting, make sure the camera handle’s AA batteries are fresh and the
LCD monitor’s battery is charged.
Do not inspect
these sides
Front of
vehicle
Clutch
Engagement Figure 3C
Clutch Pack Tool (J-52273) Bolts
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c. Insert the borescope where shown in Figure 5C as follows:
I. Face the mirror of the borescope toward the driver’s side of the vehicle (CVT
side cover).
II. Insert the lens approximately 7.5 inches from the CVT oil pan gasket surface
as shown in Figure 6C on page 16.
III. And then view the side of the belt that contacts the pulley.
Insert borescope
here at location 1
Belt
Driver’s
side
Insert borescope
here
Figure 5C
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Shown removed from the View point is on
vehicle and without side opposite side of belt
cover for clarity, and is for
reference only
Borescope
7.5 inches
Borescope position,
inserted from bottom
Figure 6C
e. If the inspection result confirms that no slippage has occurred on the observed side,
inspect the other side of the belt as follows:
I. Print page 17 and then shape the borescope camera flexible tube like the image
in Figure 8C.
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For the following steps print this
page as a template to adjust
the borescope camera flexible
tube to match.
New picture
Figure 8C: Template for
borescope camera flexible tube Figure is 9
is shown actual size. inches long
4 inches
15°
Camera view
Face the mirror in the
direction of the yellow arrow.
Figure 8C
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II. Face the mirror of the borescope toward passenger side (Engine side).
III. Insert the borescope in the second location where shown in Figure 9C.
IV. Insert the lens approximately 8.7 inches from the CVT case rim as shown in
Figure 10C on the next page.
V. And then view the side of the belt that contacts the pulley.
Front of
vehicle
Insert borescope at
location 2 and also look
through here to help guide
borescope
Passenger
side
Insert borescope
here
Figure 9C
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Shown removed from the Borescope
vehicle and without side
cover for clarity, and is for
reference only
View point
Borescope position,
inserted from bottom
8.7 inches
Figure 10C
f. Using the mark applied to the left front tire for reference, slowly and carefully rotate
the front left tire one full turn in either direction to view all of the belt.
Holding the borescope (camera flexible tube) with one hand allows rotation of the
tire with the other hand (see Figure 7C).
IMPORTANT: If the belt does not move when rotating the front left tire, supply
additional air with hand pump (J-45664) to re-engage the clutch as necessary.
h. Is the inspection result OK (no evidence of slip) for 360° rotation of both sides of the
belt?
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Figure 11C New belt
Figure 12C:
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Pictures in Figure 13C and 14C were taken with borescope J-51951.
OK
OK
Visual
lineslines
Visual
OK
OK
Visual
lineslines
Visual
Scuffing
NG
Lines
“smeared”
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Pictures in Figure 17C-19C were taken with borescope J-51951
NG
NG
NG
And then,
IMPORTANT:
c. Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE REQUIRED starting on page 97.
Belt Damaged
Figure 20C
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Remove CVT from the Vehicle and Disassemble External Parts
Torque converter
3. Remove the torque converter.
The torque converter will be reused
during reassembly.
Figure 1D
Figure 2D
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5. Remove the output speed sensor, primary speed sensor and secondary speed sensor
from the CVT (Figure 3D).
These sensors will be reused.
Inspect all three sensors for debris on the magnet and clean as necessary.
Figure 3D
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Remove the Oil Filter
1. Remove the oil filter from the CVT case Oil filter cover bolt
as follows:
Locking tab
Figure 2E
2. Pull the oil filter with grommet away from the CVT case to remove.
Discard the removed filter with grommet (non-reusable).
NOTE: Grommet may separate from the filter and remain on the CVT case.
Grommet
Oil filter
Figure 3E
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3. Remove the O-ring from the oil filter
cover.
Discard the removed O-ring (non-
reusable).
Figure 4E
Figure 5E
Filter bore
Figure 6E
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Remove the Oil Pan and Torque Converter Housing
Torque converter
housing
1. Remove the torque converter oil seal from the torque converter housing with a suitable
tool.
Take care not to damage the seal-to-case surface when removing seal.
Discard the torque converter oil seal (non-reusable).
2. Remove the differential side oil seal from the torque converter housing with a suitable
tool.
Discard the differential side oil seal (non-reusable).
Torque converter
housing
Differential side
oil seal
Torque converter
oil seal
Figure 1G
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Remove the CVT Internal Components
O-ring
Final drive
assembly Figure 1H
Lip seal
Figure 2H
O-ring
Figure 3H
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4. Remove the O-ring from the input shaft.
Discard the removed O-ring (non-reusable).
5. Remove the thrust bearing from the drive sprocket and set aside to reuse during re-
assembly.
NOTE: The thrust washer for the thrust bearing may either be on the drive sprocket or
may have remained with the torque converter housing when it was removed.
The thrust washer will be reused later in this procedure.
Thrust
Drive bearing
sprocket
Figure 4H
6. Spread the snap ring shown in Figure 5H and then remove both sprockets and the
chain.
Sprockets
and chain
Snap ring
Figure 5H
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Parking rod Detent plate
Figure 6H
Figure 7H
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Reverse
brake tube
Figure 8H
Sleeve
Figure 9H
Chain cover
Figure 10H
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11. Remove the input shaft assembly and the
oil pump cover (dummy cover) from the
CVT as a unit.
Hold input shaft assembly by the end,
as shown in Figure 11H, and pull
straight up to remove.
CAUTION: If the input shaft is not
held at the end the dummy cover,
shaft and bearing will separate.
Input shaft assembly
and the oil pump Figure 11H
cover (dummy cover)
12. Confirm the “type” of bearing used on the end of the input shaft, and then proceed to the
indicated step.
For type “C” Sealed Ball Bearing skip to step 15 on page 37.
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13. Remove the outer race of the roller
bearing from the counter bearing bore of
the CVT case by hand.
CAUTION: Do not use excessive force to CVT case
remove the bearing race. A magnet can
be used to lift this bearing if needed.
NOTE: The outer race of the roller
bearing might remain on the shaft when
removing the input shaft and dummy
cover. Outer race
Figure 13H
o NO: Put bearing and shaft aside and then skip to step 16 on page 37.
o YES:
a) Document the abnormalities found with video and then contact the PCC
for authorization to replace the CVT. See page 137 for PCC contact
information.
b) Loosely re-assemble the CVT in the reverse order of disassembly with the
original parts.
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15. Inspect type “B” and type “C” bearings
(ball bearing) as follows:
Apply an axial load and rotate the
bearing by hand to check for any
abnormality (sound, flat spot, flaking).
Were any abnormalities observed
in the bearing when applying an
axial load (sound, flat spots,
flaking)?
o NO: Proceed to step 16.
Counter bearing
16. If the bearing is judged to be OK, remove bore
the shim (Figure 16H) from the bottom of
the counter bearing bore.
A magnet can be used to remove the
shim if needed.
This shim will be reused later in this
procedure. Shim
Figure 16H
Figure 17H
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3 mm punch Park position
18. Rotate the manual shaft (Figure 18H)
until it stops in the park position (see
Roll pin
Figure 19H).
IMPORTANT: Confirm that the detent
plate is in the PARK position before
proceeding. Do not remove the roll pin
in any other position. This will allow
pin removal and avoid damage to the
case.
Figure 19H
Retaining pin
Figure 20H
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22. Remove the two (2) bolts shown in Figure
21H for the transmission range switch.
Do not discard the bolts. They will be
reused during reassembly.
CAUTION:
DO NOT remove the manual shaft
lock nut at this step.
DO NOT try to remove the
transmission range switch from the
manual shaft.
Transmission range Figure 21H
switch
CVT case
5.3 inches
Figure 22H
Figure 23H
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Snap ring
25. Remove the snap ring from the original
oil pump.
CAUTION: DO NOT discard the removed
snap ring. This snap ring will be re-used.
Figure 24H
Oil pump
gasket
Figure 25H
27. Temporarily install the transmission range switch with the two (2) original bolts removed
in step 22 on page 39, finger tight.
The transmission range switch will be permanently installed later in this procedure.
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Remove the Sub-assembly
IMPORTANT: The following steps (1-8) are ONLY to separate the sealant of the side
cover.
The sub-assembly with belt and pulley CANNOT be removed from the CVT while in this
orientation and will be removed from the case at a later step.
Figure 1J
Figure 2J
Figure 3J
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4. Remove the side cover with a slide hammer (J-25721-A) to separate the side cover and
CVT case.
There are three slide hammer tool points shown in Figure 4J.
The mating surfaces will be cleaned at a later step.
This step will help with sub-assembly removal at a later step.
CAUTION:
Do not use the speed sensor bore for slide hammer tool location.
Do not pry the surfaces apart as internal damage may result.
Side cover
Figure 4J
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5. Align the primary pulley bearing retainer
bolt holes with the bolt hole on the case
as shown in Figure 5J.
NOTE: This helps alignment of the
bearing retainer bolt threads after re-
installing the original side cover.
Figure 5J
Assembly Guide
Pins, Pulley Bracket
(Guide Pin J-52272)
6. Install one of the “Assembly Guide Pins,
Pulley Bracket” (Guide Pin J-52272) to
one of the two pulley bearing retainer bolt
holes.
This will assist in installation of the
original side cover to the pulley
assembly.
Figure 6J
Side cover
Figure 7J
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8. Install the two (2) original pulley bearing retainer bolts (Figure 8J) as follows:
Use the original bolts and O-rings at this step.
a. Install one pulley bearing retainer bolt by hand (finger tight) into open bearing
retainer bolt hole.
b. Remove the Guide Pin from the other bearing retainer bolt hole.
c. Install the other bearing retainer bolt by hand (finger tight).
9. Temporarily reattach the removed side cover onto the CVT case with two (2) original
bolts on opposite corners, hand tight.
Pulley bearing
Side cover retainer bolts
Side cover
bolts
Figure 8J
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10. Reposition the CVT with the side cover
facing down.
Side cover
Figure 9J
Figure 10J
Figure 11J
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13. Place the CVT case on the work bench
with the torque converter side facing
down.
Figure 12J
Figure 13J
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Clean the CVT Surfaces
Figure 1K
CAUTION: Debris must be kept out of the inside of the CVT and transmission range
switch connection to prevent possible drivability concerns.
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2. Remove any sealant that remains on the sealing surfaces of the torque converter
housing and CVT case using a plastic scraper, and then clean with a lint-free paper
towel.
CAUTION: Debris must be kept out of the inside of the CVT and transmission range
switch connection to prevent a future drivability concern.
Torque converter
CVT case housing sealing
sealing surface surface
Figure 2K Figure 3K
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Clean Oil Passages in CVT Case and Oil Pump Cover
Figure 1L
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2. Spray brake cleaner into each oil passage, indicated in yellow, of the CVT case where
shown in Figure 2L and Figure 3L, until the fluid runs clear for 5 seconds.
IMPORTANT: Do not apply brake cleaner or compressed air to passages shown in
white.
3. Apply compressed air in the same passages to remove remaining cleaner and debris.
NOTE: Do not stand in front of the passages while using compressed air.
Figure 2L
Figure 3L
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4. Spray brake cleaner into the reverse
brake tube.
Apply compressed air in the same
passages to remove remaining Reverse brake
cleaner and debris. tube
Figure 4L
Counter
bearing bore
Figure 5L
Figure 6L
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7. Spray brake cleaner into the reduction
gear bearing fluid passage on the torque Reduction
converter housing. gear bearing
CAUTION: Do not face the passage fluid passage
indicated in red of Figure 7L while
cleaning.
Apply compressed air in the same
passages to remove remaining
cleaner and debris.
Fluid discharge
Figure 7L
Figure 8L
Thrust bearing
Figure 9L
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c. Remove the washer. Washer
Do NOT discard. This will be
reused at a later step.
CAUTION: Do not face the passage indicated in white in Figures 11L and 12L while
cleaning.
Fluid discharge
Washer
e. Install the original washer.
NOTE:
Orientation is NOT critical for
the washer.
Apply petroleum jelly to the
washer to hold it in place
during assembly.
Figure 13L
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f. Install the original thrust bearing.
Orientation IS critical. See Figure 15L for thrust bearing cross section.
CAUTION:
The thrust bearing has two sides. Refer to Figures below.
Apply petroleum jelly or equivalent to hold in place.
g. Insert the input shaft to the oil pump cover (Figure 16L).
CAUTION:
The input shaft has a sealing ring.
Be careful not to damage the sealing ring while assembling the input shaft to
the oil pump cover.
Apply petroleum jelly to the sealing ring on the input shaft before installation.
Sealing ring is hidden behind input gear in Figure 16L.
Thrust bearing
Make sure all exposed internal areas of the CVT (including the oil pan and magnets)
have been thoroughly cleaned.
Cover all parts with a lint-free covering, when not being worked on, to prevent
contamination which could cause drivability concerns.
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Measuring the CVT Sub-assembly Case Depth
Torque converter
housing
Figure 1M
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8. Measure the average distance (Y) shown in Figure 5M as follows:
Refer to the Figures 4M and 5M and then proceed to page 57.
Measure only from areas that do not have any signs of contact.
IMPORTANT: Please refer to Figure 4M for acceptable areas (highlighted in green)
to measure “Y”.
Measuring area
Y = The distance between the upper surface of the Gauge Block and the surface where
snap ring seats.
Figure 5M
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Secondary pulley bearing snap ring surface
Do not measure
into this groove.
a. Measure between the top of the Gauge Block (J-50271), to where the snap ring on
the secondary pulley bearing seats (Figure 6M).
This will be measured in three locations to calculate an average for “Y”.
b. Calculate the average for “Y” with the formula below and then record it below.
Y= (millimeter)
Y = _________
EXAMPLE:
If Y = 61.39 mm
And ─ X = 20.00 mm
___________
D = 41.39 mm
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New Snap Ring Selection and Installation to the New Sub-assembly
Top of the
shipping box
Figure 1N
Figure 2N
Figure 3N
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4. Locate the plastic bag which contains the
snap rings (Figure 4N).
There are six individual snap rings in
the plastic bag.
Take the plastic bag out of the
shipping box, and put aside on the
work bench.
NOTE: See Reference # 5 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE. Snap ring set
Figure 4N
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6. Take the lower board with foam cushion (lower board) out of the shipping box (shown in
Figure 7N).
Align the lower board so that the left and right cut outs are even with the spacer.
NOTE: The positioning of the lower board with foam cushion will allow the CVT case
enough clearance from the work bench to allow it to seat flush with the sub-assembly.
Lower board
over-hang
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8. Remove the sub-assembly from the
plastic bag.
New sub-assembly
Snap ring
Figure 9N
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11. Calculate “E” for snap ring selection as follows:
NOTE: For the value of “B1”, refer to the data sheet that was put aside when the sub-
assembly shipping box was opened.
Subtotal → = ___________
E = This will be used to select a snap ring from Table A on page 63.
EXAMPLE:
If D = 41.39 mm
Constant = 41.30 mm (subtracted)
And B1 = 1.56 mm (added)
____________________
E = 1.65 mm
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12. Select the appropriate Part Number from Table A shown below, based on the calculated
result of “E” in step 11.
EXAMPLE: If E = 1.65, and is between or equal to 1.64 to 1.67, choose new snap ring
Part Number “31506 3JX9C”.
Table A
E (MM) PART NUMBER SNAP RING REFERENCE (MM)
1.55 to 1.59 31506 3JX9A 1.61
1.60 to 1.63 31506 3JX9B 1.65
1.64 to 1.67 31506 3JX9C 1.69
1.68 to 1.71 31506 3JX9D 1.73
1.72 to 1.75 31506 3JX9E 1.77
1.76 to 1.76 31506 3JX8A 1.79
13. Open the plastic bag (with snap rings) that was removed from the shipping box in step
4, and then choose the correct Part Number selected from Table A.
NOTE: There are six individually packed snap rings in the plastic bag. See Reference #
5 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
14. Measure the new snap ring and confirm its thickness is equal to the Snap Ring
Reference in Table A.
15. Install the selected snap ring to the secondary pulley front bearing of the new sub-
assembly.
NOTE: Discard unused snap rings.
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Install Sub-assembly to CVT Case
Figure 1P
Torque converter
housing
3. Flip the CVT case over on the work
bench with the torque converter housing
side facing up.
CAUTION: Make sure the work bench
surface is thoroughly cleaned before
flipping the CVT case.
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5. Install the CVT case onto the new sub- CVT case
assembly as follows:
NOTE: Sealant will be applied between
these components at a later step.
IMPORTANT:
Only use the weight of the
CVT case when installing it to
the sub-assembly.
Do NOT use any other New
external force to seat the CVT sub-assembly Figure 3P
case to the sub-assembly.
Primary pulley
sub-assembly
Figure 4P
CVT case
New sub-assembly
Figure 5P
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d. Align the second dowel pin of the sub-
assembly with the hole on the
opposite side of the CVT case and
seat CVT case.
Dowel pin
Figure 6P
Counter
driven gear
Secondary
pulley splines
Figure 8P
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f. Confirm that the mating surface of the CVT case is seated to the sub-assembly
completely.
If the CVT case does not sit completely flush with the sub-assembly, DO NOT
apply any vertical force to seat it.
1) If this occurs, first lift the CVT case up slightly and then lower.
2) Repeat until the CVT case and sub-assembly sit flush with each other.
CVT case
No gap
New sub-assembly
Figure 9P
g. Rotate the counter driven gear back and forth by hand to confirm that rotation is
smooth.
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6. Temporarily install two (2) original bolts hand tight to hold the sub-assembly to the CVT
case.
CVT case
New sub-assembly
Bolts
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Install the Oil Pump and the Manual Shaft
CVT case
1. Install the oil pump gasket to the CVT
case.
Use a new gasket (non-reusable).
Apply CVT Fluid before installation.
Snap ring
Figure 3Q
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Manual shaft
Oil pump
Figure 4Q
Retaining
pin
Figure 5Q
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IMPORTANT:
In the following step:
Do not drive the roll pin flush with the detent plate.
If the roll pin is driven flush, it will be overextended on the opposite side and the
manual shaft/detent plate assembly will not rotate.
The roll pin MUST be the same length on both sides of the detent plate after it is
installed through the detent plate and manual shaft.
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Install Powertrain Parts
Figure 1R
Figure 2R
Counter
bearing
Figure 3R
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4. If the counter bearing is a type “A” (roller bearing):
If not already done, install the outer race of the roller bearing to the counter bearing
bore of the CVT case.
IMPORTANT: Apply CVT Fluid to the outer race of the roller bearing before
installation.
Outer race
Counter
bearing bore Outer race
Figure 4R Figure 5R
5. If the input shaft assembly is for any reason separated into individual components, see
steps 8e-8g on pages 53-54 to reassemble those parts.
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7. Install the original chain cover and the six
(6) original bolts and then tighten.
16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolt
2 pieces. 1.2 inch 0.6 inch
long bolt long bolt
Bolt torque:
5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)
30 mm (1.2 inches) long bolt
4 pieces.
Bolt torque:
27.1 N•m (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lbs.)
Chain cover
Figure 7R
8. Rotate the input shaft by hand to confirm
that the shaft rotates freely.
Sleeve
9. Install the sleeve to the reverse brake
tube.
Use a new sleeve (non-reusable).
Apply CVT Fluid to the sleeve before
installation.
Figure 8R
Figure 9R
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Parking
rod
11. Connect the parking rod to the detent Detent
plate as shown in Figure 10R. plate
Figure 10R
12. Rotate the detent plate until the detent is in the “D” position (see Figure 11R).
The detent spring position shall be on the second left concave of the detent plate.
Parking
rod
D N R P
Figure 11R
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13. Install the oil pump chain onto the oil pump sprocket and the drive sprocket and then
lower onto the oil pump shaft (driven sprocket) (Figure 12R).
14. Expand the snap ring with a suitable tool (Figure 12R), and then push down on the
driven sprocket until it bottoms out.
15. Release the snap ring and then pull up on the driven sprocket until the snap ring locks
into its groove (Figure 12R).
NOTE: A click sound can be heard when the snap ring locks in place.
Driven sprocket
Sprockets
and chain
Snap ring
Figure 12R
Figure 14R
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19. Install the CVT case O-ring (oval O-ring)
to the CVT case.
Use a new oval O-ring (non-reusable).
Apply CVT Fluid to the O-ring before
installation.
NOTE: See Reference # 11 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Reduction
gear assembly
Machine cut
seals
Figure 17R
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First Groove Seal
Tool (#J-52595-1)
Reduction
gear assembly Figure 18R
e. Pre-lube both Ring Seals with CVT
fluid.
Seal Driver (#J-52595-3)
First Ring
h. Gently push the Ring Seal onto the Seal
groove
first groove.
Reduction
gear assembly Figure 20R
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Seal Driver (#J-52595-3)
k. Place one (1) Ring Seal onto the
Second Groove Seal Tool.
Ring
m. Gently push the Ring Seal onto the Second
Seal
second groove. groove
Confirm that both of the Ring Seals are not protruding in any direction.
NOTE: If the reduction gear shaft is not going to be immediately installed, the
Split Ring Seal Cover (#J-52595-4) can be slid over both Ring Seals to prevent
damage.
CAUTION: in the following step use extreme care when installing the final drive and
reduction gear assembly.
The machine cut seals are VERY delicate and will damage easily if forced.
The reduction gear assembly should seat without any additional force.
If the reduction gear assembly does not seat, remove it and confirm that machine cut
seals are in place and centered in their grooves.
Thrust bearing
Reduction gear
assembly bore
Figure 22R
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24. Install the final drive and reduction gear
assembly together into the CVT case.
If the reduction gear assembly does
not seat, remove it and confirm that
machine cut seals are in place and
centered in their grooves.
Final drive
Figure 23R
25. Rotate the final drive by hand to confirm
that it rotates freely.
Torque converter
housing
Thrust washer
1. Place the original thrust washer on the
torque converter housing.
Apply petroleum jelly to the mating
surface side of the washer to hold the
washer on the converter housing.
NOTE: Both sides of the thrust washer
are the same, orientation is not critical.
Figure 1S
2. Remove any remaining CVT fluid on the sealing surfaces of the torque converter
housing and the CVT case.
CAUTION: Avoid any debris from dropping into the torque converter housing or the
CVT case.
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3. Apply sealant to the CVT case side of the torque converter housing to CVT case mating
surface.
Sealant bead diameter: 2.0 mm
Sealant:
Loctite 5460 (See the Parts Information section of this bulletin)
Color: Pink
IMPORTANT:
Confirm that the mating surfaces are clean before applying sealant.
Make sure that the starting point and the ending point of the sealant is
between two bolt holes. Overlap both ends of the bead by 3 – 5 mm.
If the Guide Pins were removed to clean the case surfaces, reinstall them
now.
CAUTION: Be careful not to contact or contaminate the sealant. If the sealant has
been disturbed or contaminated in any way before case assembly, remove the
sealant completely and re-apply.
Figure 2S
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4. Install the torque converter housing onto the CVT case with nineteen (19) new bolts and
torque to the pattern shown in Figure 3S.
NOTE: If the torque converter housing does not fully seat, the CVT may not be in
DRIVE.
Use new bolts.
NOTE: See Reference # 9 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
1 5
3 17 11
18
10
16
9 15
12
8
13
7 19 14
6 4
2
Figure 3S
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Install the Valve Body and Oil Pan
Terminal
1. Rotate the CVT assembly so that the assembly
torque converter housing side is facing
down.
O-ring
2. Make sure that the terminal assembly is
attached to the bracket of the new valve
body (Figure 1T).
Bracket
NOTE:
Apply CVT Fluid to the O-ring of
the terminal connector.
See Reference # 1 in the KIT Figure 1T
PARTS REFERENCE.
Figure 2T
4. First tighten all eleven (11) original valve Valve body bolts
body bolts finger tight by hand, and then
tighten to the specified bolt torque below.
CAUTION: These bolts are easily
stripped. Use care to not over-torque.
87 mm (3.4 inches) long bolt.
11 pieces
Bolt torque:
7.9 N•m, (0.80 kg-m, 70 in-lbs.)
CAUTION: Manual valve may slide down
and interfere with CVT case.
Figure 3T
Manual valve
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5. Install the original manual plate to the
manual shaft with the original spring
washer and lock nut.
Use a crescent wrench on the
transmission range switch side of the
manual rod to keep the shaft from
rotating while torqueing.
Nut torque:
21.7 N•m (2.2 kg-m, 16 ft-lbs.)
Nut and washer Manual plate
Figure 4T
Figure 5T
Strainer
Figure 6T
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8. Install the original oil pan with a new oil
pan gasket using the original bolts.
Bolt torque:
5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)
Figure 7T
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Seal the Sub-assembly Cover
Figure 1U
Pulley bearing
retainer bolts
Figure 2U
Figure 3U
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5. Install the original lubrication tube into the
CVT case.
Place the fluid jet nozzle under the
CVT belt and then insert the Lubrication
lubrication tube into the CVT case. tube
CAUTION: Take care not to contact the
CVT belt with any tools during tube
installation.
Figure 4U
Lubrication
tube bolt
Figure 5U
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7. Apply sealant to the side cover sealing surface of the CVT case.
Sealant:
Loctite 5460 (See the Parts Information section of this bulletin)
Color: Pink
IMPORTANT:
Confirm that the mating surfaces are clean before applying sealant.
Make sure that the starting point and the ending point of the sealant is
between two bolt holes. Overlap both ends of the bead by 3 – 5 mm.
CAUTION: Be careful not to contact or contaminate the sealant. If the sealant has
been disturbed or contaminated in any way before side cover assembly is installed,
remove the sealant completely and re-apply.
Overlap
3 mm to 5 mm
Figure 6U
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Assembly Guide
Pins, Pulley Bracket
(Guide Pin J-52272)
Case bolt
8. Screw in Guide Pin (J-52272) to either hole
one of two female bolt threads of the
pulley bearing retainer.
Place the guide pin next to the case
bolt hole as shown in Figure 7U.
Bolt torque: 8
27.1 N•m (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lbs.)
11
NOTE: See Reference # 6 in the KIT 4
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE. 7 6 2
Figure 8U
Figure 9U
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Guide Pin
13. Remove the Guide Pin (J-52272) and
then install the other pulley bearing
retainer bolt, hand tight.
Figure 10U
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Install and Adjust the Transmission Range Switch
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Install Exterior CVT Parts
1. Install the differential side oil seal to the CVT case (Figure 1V).
Use a new oil seal (non-reusable). See Reference # 18 in the KIT PARTS
REFERENCE TABLE.
CAUTION:
Apply CVT Fluid to the oil seal before installation.
Drive the differential side oil seal in until the amount of oil seal protrusion from
the CVT case edge matches dimension C shown in Figure 1V.
2. Install the differential side oil seal to the converter housing (Figure 2V).
Use a new oil seal (non-reusable). See Reference # 18 in the KIT PARTS
REFERENCE TABLE.
CAUTION:
Apply CVT Fluid to the oil seal before installation.
Drive the differential side oil seal in until the amount of oil seal protrusion from
the torque converter housing edge matches the dimension D shown in Figure 2V.
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3. Install the torque converter housing oil seal to the torque converter housing (Figure 3V).
Use a new oil seal (non-reusable). See Reference # 17 in the KIT PARTS
REFERENCE TABLE.
CAUTION:
Apply CVT Fluid to the oil seal before installation.
Drive the converter housing oil seal evenly so that converter housing oil seal sits
below the case by dimension E as shown in Figure 3V.
Figure 4V
O-ring
5. Install new O-ring to the fluid filter cover.
Apply CVT fluid to the O-ring.
NOTE: See Reference # 15 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 5V
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6. Install the fluid filter cover to the CVT Side cover tab
case as follows:
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7. Install new O-rings to the original output speed sensor, primary pulley speed sensor and
secondary pulley speed sensor and then install them to the CVT.
Use new O-rings (non-reusable).
NOTE: See Reference # 19 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Apply CVT Fluid to the O-rings before installation.
16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolts.
Bolt torque: 5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)
Figure 8V
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8. Place the CVT on a work surface with the
oil pan side facing down.
Figure 9V
Figure 10V
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Install the CVT Assembly
The following procedures, starting on the next page, must be performed in this order:
a. TCM REPROGRAMING….…………………………………………....……….Page 98
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TCM Reprogramming
3. Connect the GR8, set to “Power Supply” mode, to the vehicle battery.
CAUTION: Be sure the GR8 is connected securely to the battery. Make sure the
battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the battery
voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming, the TCM may be damaged.
4. Turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.) within range
of the CONSULT PC and the VI.
CAUTION: Make sure to turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices. If Bluetooth®
signal waves are within range of the CONSULT PC and the VI during
reprogramming, reprogramming may be interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.
6. Turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads such as exterior lights, interior lights, HVAC,
blower, rear defogger, audio, NAVI, seat heater, steering wheel heater, etc.
IMPORTANT: Make sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads. Make sure the
battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the battery
voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming, the TCM may be damaged.
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9. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.
Plus VI is
recognized
Figure 1
Step
10
Figure 2
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11. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
12. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
Step
11
Step
12
Step
13
Figure 3
Step
14
Example
Figure 4
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15. Make sure VIN or Chassis # matches the vehicle’s VIN.
Step 15
Verify here
Step
16
Figure 5
Step
17
Figure 6
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18. Select TRANSMISSION.
Step
18
Figure 7
Step
19
Figure 8
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20. Follow the on-screen instructions; maintain the following conditions:
a. Ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
b. Press the Brake.
c. Press accelerator between ¼ and ½.
d. Put shift selector in R.
Step
21
Figure 9
Step
22
Figure 10
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23. Operate the ignition per the on screen instructions.
Ignition status
Timer
Progress display
Figure 11
Step
24
Figure 12
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25. Move the shift selector to P, then select Next.
Step
25
Figure 13
Step
26
Step
27
Figure 14
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28. Find the TCM Part Number
(see Figure 15) and write it
on the repair order.
NOTE: This is the current
Part Number (P/N).
Figure 15
Table B
MODEL YEAR CURRENT TCM PART NUMBER: 31036 -
3SG0A, 3SG0B, 3SG0C, 3SG7E
3SG8A, 3SG8C, 3SG8D, 3SG9B, 3SG9C
2013
3SR0A, 3SR0B, 3SR0C, 3SR7E
3SR8A, 3SR8C, 3SR8D, 3SR9B, 3SR9C
Sentra 2014 9AM2A, 9AM2B, 9AM2C, 9AM8C, 9AM8E, 9AM9A, 9AM9B, 9AM9D
4AT0A, 4AT0B, 4AT0C, 4AT0D, 4AT8B, 4AT8C, 4AT8E
2015
4AT9A, 4AT9D, 4AT9E
2016 4AF6A, 4AF6B, 4AF8E, 4AF9C, 4AF9D
2017 4FY0A, 4FY0B, 4FY0C, 4FY8E, 4FY9E
2013 9KB1B, 9KB1C, 9KB1D, 9KB9E, 9KJ9E
2014 3BE0A, 3BE0B, 3BE9A, 3BE9C
Versa
2015 9KE0A, 9KE0B, 9KE0C, 9KE9C, 9KE9E
Sedan
2016 9KN0A, 9KN0B, 9KN0C, 9KN8D, 9KN8E
2017 9KN2A, 9KN2B, 9KN2C
2014 3VB2A, 3VB2B, 3VB2C, 3VB8C, 3VB9D
3VB6A
Versa 2015
3VB9A, 3VB9B, 3VB9C, 3VB9E, 3WC9D
Note
2016 3VB4A, 3VB4B, 3VB4C, 3VB4D, 3VB7A, 3WC9E
2017 9ME0A, 9ME0B, 9ME0C
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32. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
33. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
Step Step
33 32
Step
34
Figure 16
35. Read the Current Part Number and Part Number After Reprogramming. They
should be different.
Step 35
These numbers
should be
different
Step
36
Figure 17
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37. Make sure OK is highlighted green (battery voltage must be between 12.0 and 15.5
Volts).
IMPORTANT: Battery voltage must stay between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts during
reprogramming or TCM reprogramming may be interrupted and TCM may be damaged.
Monitor battery
voltage here
Step
37
Step
38
Figure 18
NOTE: In the next step, the reprogramming process will begin when Start is selected.
Monitor battery
voltage here
Step
39
Figure 19
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If a screen display asking for “Please select your user group”, select USA/CANADA
Dealers.
Before reprogramming will start, you will be required to enter your User Name and
Password.
The CONSULT PC must be connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or cable).
If you do not know your User Name and Password, contact your Service
Manager.
Figure 20
Step
40
Figure 21
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41. When the screen in Figure 22 displays, the reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 22 does not display (which indicates reprogramming did
not complete), refer to the information on the next page.
Step
43
Figure 22
NOTE: Additional steps/operations are required before C-III plus will provide the final
reprogramming confirmation report. Continue with the reprogramming procedure on
page 112.
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If reprogramming does not complete and the “!?” symbol displays as shown in
Figure 23:
If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” symbol displays as shown in
Figure 24:
XXXXXXXXXXXXX
Ignition ON, engine OFF.
Transmission in Park.
All C-III plus / plus VI cables are
securely connected.
Figure 24
All C-III plus updates are
installed.
Select Home, and then restart
the reprogram procedure from
the beginning.
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44. Confirm the Transmission Fluid temperature judgment is OK, then select Next.
If the judgment is NG, drive the vehicle to warm the transmission until the judgment
changes to OK.
Step
44
Figure 25
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45. Follow the on-screen
instructions; maintain the
following conditions:
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49. When COMPLETED is displayed, select Next.
Step
49
Figure 28
Ignition status
Timer
Progress display
Figure 29
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51. When OK is displayed, select Next.
Step
51
Figure 30
Step Step
52 53
Figure 31
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54. Erase all DTCs as follows:
a. Turn the ignition OFF.
b. Turn the Ignition ON.
c. Wait for DTC erase to complete.
ON
Step
55
Figure 32
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56. Verify the before and after part numbers are different.
57. Print a copy of this screen (Figure 33) and attach it to the repair order.
Step
56
Step
57
Step
58
Figure 33
A copy of the screen is now saved in the CONSULT PC. It can be retrieved
and printed at a later time.
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CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT
Step
60
Step
61
Figure 34
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62. Follow the on-screen instructions; maintain the following conditions:
a. Ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
b. Press the Brake.
c. Press accelerator between ¼ and ½.
d. Put shift selector in R.
Step
63
Figure 35
64. Release the accelerator and brake (shift selector remains in R).
Figure 36
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66. Turn the ignition ON, then wait 10 seconds.
Figure 37
Figure 38
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68. Turn the ignition ON.
Figure 39
Step
70
Figure 40
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71. Does the pop-up notification in Figure 41 display?
YES: TCM Programming is not correct for the installed Control Valve. Select OK, then
perform TCM Reprogramming, starting on page 98.
If this notification
displays, perform
TCM
Reprogramming on
page 98.
Figure 41
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ERASE LEARNING VALUE
Step
73
Step
74
Figure 42
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75. Follow the on-screen instructions; maintain the following conditions:
a. Parking brake set.
b. Ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
c. Put shift selector in R.
d. Fully depress the accelerator.
Step
76
Figure 43
Step
77
Figure 44
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CONFORM CVTF DETERIORTN
Step
79
Step
80
Figure 45
Step
81
Figure 46
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82. Select Clear.
Step
82
Figure 47
Step
83
Figure 48
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84. When CVFT DETERIORATION DATE changes to “0”, select End.
Step
84
Figure 49
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Auxiliary gearbox clutch point learning
Step Step
91 92
Figure 50
93. Follow the on-screen instructions in Figure 51 and then select Start.
Step
93
Figure 51
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94. With brake pedal still applied, shift the CVT selector lever into the D position.
Figure 52 will be displayed after shifting into D position.
NOTE: The Current status will show EXECUTING, but until the vehicle is shifted into the
D position Auxiliary gearbox clutch point learning will not begin.
Step
94
Figure 52
95. Continue to depress the brake pedal until the Current status shows “Completed” as
shown in Figure 54 on the next page.
NOTE: This may take several minutes to complete.
Figure 53
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96. When COMPLETED is displayed, select End.
Step
96
Figure 54
97. Shift the vehicle into Park, turn ignition OFF and release the brake pedal.
98. Perform Auxiliary Gearbox Clutch Point Learning (steps 85 to 97) one additional time
(a total of two times).
Erase DTCs
99. Use C-III plus to Erase any transmission DTCs that may have stored.
102. Verify the CVT operates normally and no abnormal noises are heard during a test
drive.
Procedure complete.
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PARTS INFORMATION
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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
If P17F0 is NOT stored, belt inspection is performed, and Sub-assembly is replaced (belt
inspection shows signs of belt slip, NG)
OR
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE DESCRIPTION MAX AMOUNT
008 Sealant $12.46
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CLAIMS INFORMATION (continued)
OR
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
OR
If P17F0 is NOT stored, belt inspection is performed, and only Control Valve is replaced
(belt inspection shows NO signs of belt slip, OK)
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KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE
NOTE:
This Table is for reference only. Part numbers listed cannot be ordered individually.
These part numbers are for identification of the correct part within the kit (part
number is listed on the bag for each individual part).
Some parts have more than one part number listed. In this case, one of the part
numbers listed will be in the kit.
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KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE (Continued)
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PART KITS VISUAL REFERENCE
Figure M
KIT-OIL PUMP
Figure N
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CVT Assembly Replacement Approval Procedures
b. Attach the required video (15 seconds or less) to the CVT Preauthorization
Form.
Failure to submit a continuous video showing evidence of abnormalities
and the VIN will cause immediate denial of request for CVT unit
replacement.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the video has a clear image of the VIN on the F.M.V.S.S.
certification label (VIN label).
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AMENDMENT HISTORY
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