AT15-015A

Classification:
Reference:
AT15-015a
Date:
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November 11, 2015
2013-2015 ALTIMA AND 2014-2016 ROGUE;
MIL ON WITH DTC P0776
The Parts Information and the Claims Information in this bulletin have been amended.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES: 2013-2015 Altima (L33) with 4-cyl engine only
2014-2016 Rogue (T32)
NOTE: Does not apply to Rogue Select (S35)
IF YOU CONFIRM:
The MIL is ON and ONLY DTC P0776 (PC SOLENOID B – Pressure Control Solenoid “B”
Performance/Stuck OFF) is stored in the TCM.
NOTE: If this issue should occur, the vehicle may hesitate and/or have a lack of power.
ACTION:
Refer to the Repair Flow Chart on page 2.
NOTE: Essential Tool Tech Cam (borescope) J-51951, which is used for CVT
inspection, has been sent to dealers. This tool’s attachements make CVT inspection
possible.
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 Flow Chart
MIL ON with DTC P0776 stored
Vehicle may hesitate and/or lack power
Evidence of
CVT belt slippage
Remove the control
valve (valve body),
inspect the CVT belt
Replace the
CVT assembly
See page 16
for important
pre-authorization
information
The CVT belt
checks out OK
Replace the
valve body
and oil pan,
add one magnet
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
Exploded View
(Total of 9 bolts)
Figure 1
Transaxle (CVT) assembly
Terminal cord assembly
Control valve (valve body)
Bracket
O-ring
Oil strainer assembly
Oil pan gasket
Oil pan
Drain plug
Drain plug gasket
Two original magnets
Spring washer
Manual plate
Lip seal
Snap ring
Overflow plug
O-ring
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Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal and CVT Belt Inspection
1. Remove the valve body.

Before lifting the vehicle:
 Place the transmission gear selector in Neutral.
 Leave the driver door unlatched. A step further in the procedure may require it.

For Altima: Refer to the appropriate ESM, section TM – Transaxle & Transmission,
for valve body removal.

For Rogue: Refer to the 2013 Altima ESM, section TM – Transaxle & Transmission /
RE0F10D, for valve body removal.
NOTE: The number ‘7’ is on the head of all bolts that need to be removed for valve
body removal. Do not remove any bolt that does not have the number ‘7’.
CAUTION: Never allow any chemicals or fluids other than NS-3 CVT fluid or
equivalent to enter the CVT assembly. Never allow any foreign debris, dust,
dirt, etc. to enter the CVT assembly.

For additional information, see video # 544: “CVT Belt Inspection”. This video is
located under the TECH TRAINING GARAGE VIDEOS tab in Virtual Academy.
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2. Secure the front right tire with a suitable
strap.

This will assist in making the belt turn.
3. Mark the front left tire with a suitable
marking.

This will assure all 360° of the belt is
inspected.
Figure 2
4. Using borescope J-51951 with mirror
attachment, inspect the entirety of the two
sides of the belt that come in contact with
the pulleys (see page 7, Figure 8).
Reference the pictures on pages 7
thourgh 11 for comparison.
Belt
Pulley
Case
NOTE:
 Be sure to remove the protective film
from the mirror before the first use.


Step 4a
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.
Step 4c
Figure 3
Before inspecting, make sure the
camera handle’s AA batteries are
fresh and the LCD monitor’s battery
is charged.
Camera
flexible tube
Front
a. Insert the camera lens between the
CVT case and pulley where shown in
Figures 3 and 4.

Insert the lens approximately seven
(7) inches, and then view the side
of the belt that contacts the pulley.
Figure 4
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b. Slowly and carefully turn the front left
tire one full turn in the forward rotation
to view all of the belt.

Holding the borescope with one
hand allows for turning the tire with
the other hand (see Figure 5).
CAUTION: If the tire is rotated in the
rearward rotation, the camera lens
may get caught between the belt and
pulley.
c. If the inspection result is OK, inspect
the other side of the belt.

Figure 5
Insert the camera lens in the
second location where shown
in Figure 3 and 6, and then
perform step 4b again.
d. If the inspection result is OK 360° on
both sides of the belt, skip to step 5 on
the next page.

If any evidence of belt slippage
is found, go to step 4e, and then
step 6.

For additional information, see
video # 544: “CVT Belt Inspection”.
This video is located under the
TECH TRAINING GARAGE
VIDEOS tab in Virtual Academy.
e. Once CVT replacement is determined
as required, use borescope J-51951 to
record a 15 second or less continuous
video of the most severe evidence of
belt slip and the VIN on the F.M.V.S.S.
certification label (VIN label). See
Figure 7.
NOTE: This required video must be
attached to the Powertrain Call Center
CVT Preauthorization Form (in ASIST)
prior to calling for authorization.
Failure to submit a continuous video
will cause immediate denial of request
for replacement.
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Pulley
Front
Figure 6
VIN
label
Figure 7
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


Before starting to record, make sure the camera handle’s AA batteries are fresh and
the LCD monitor’s battery is charged.
The whole video will show as backward, or reversed mirror image. This is okay.
The required video must show clear evidence of belt slippage and be 15 seconds or
less.
5. If the belt inspection result is OK, replace the valve body.


There is no need for pictures or video showing “OK” belt surfaces.
For valve body replacement, go to page 12, Control Valve (Valve Body)
Installation.
6. If the belt inspection result is NG, replace the CVT assembly.
 Get authorization to replace the CVT assembly (see page 16).
 Make sure to perform step 4e on page 6.
 For CVT assembly replacement, refer to the appropriate ESM, section TM –
Transaxle & Transmission / RE0F10D.
IMPORTANT: Perform "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING TRANSAXLE
ASSEMBLY".
 Refer to TM – Transaxle & Transmission / RE0F10D / BASIC INSPECTION:
o Check for fluid leakage.
o Install Write IP Characteristics to the TCM.

The CVT unit requiring replacement will need to be reassembled for Nissan parts
return/collection.
7. Flush the CVT cooler(s).
IMPORTANT: A CVT Cooler flush is required after a valve body or CVT assembly
replacement. Refer to bulletin NTB15-013 to perform CVT Cooler flush.
Inspect these sides
Do not inspect
these sides
Figure 8
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Figure 9: New belt
Figure 10: Close-up of section to be inspected
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Pictures in Figures 11 and 12 were taken with borescope J-51951.
OK
Visual
lines
Figure 11: Belt is OK
OK
Visual
lines
Figure 12: Belt is OK
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NG
Scuffing
Figure 13: Example of NG belt
NG
Lines
“smeared”
Figure 14: Example of NG belt
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Pictures in Figures 15-17 were taken with borescope J-51951.
NG
Figure 15: Example of NG belt
NG
Figure 16: Example of NG belt
NG
Figure 17: Example of NG belt
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Control Valve (Valve Body) Installation
1. Install the valve body.

For Altima: Refer to the appropriate ESM, section TM – Transaxle & Transmission,
for valve body installation.

For Rogue: Refer to the 2013 Altima ESM, section TM – Transaxle & Transmission /
RE0F10D, for valve body installation.
NOTE: Make sure the oil strainer and O-ring are replaced.
CAUTION: Never allow any chemicals or fluids other than NS-3 CVT fluid or
equivalent to enter the CVT assembly. Never allow any foreign debris, dust,
dirt, etc. to enter the CVT assembly.
2. Install a new style oil pan with the addition of a third magnet.

Additional magnet is listed in the PARTS INFORMATION.

Refer to the ESM, section TM-Transaxle & Transmission, for oil pan installation.
CAUTION: Never allow any chemicals or fluids other than NS-3 CVT fluid or
equivalent to enter the CVT assembly. Never allow any foreign debris, dust,
dirt, etc. to enter the CVT assembly.

Install the one additional magnet and two existing magnets where shown in Figure
18.

Make sure the new oil pan and magnets are thoroughly clean before installing.
Existing
magnets
Additional
magnet
Figure 18
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3. Fill the CVT assembly with NS-3 CVT fluid or equivalent.

Refer to the ESM, section TM – Transaxle & Transmission / RE0F10D,
for CVT fluid filling.
4. IMPORTANT: Install Write IP Characteristics to the TCM.

Refer to TM – Transaxle & Transmission / RE0F10D / BASIC INSPECTION, and
perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY.
 Check for fluid leakage.
 Attach the QR label with the new calibration data onto the transmission range
switch (inhibitor switch).
o See Figure 19 and 20 below.
o A QR Label and CD-R are included with the replacement valve body.
5. Erase the DTC.
Air cleaner
intake duct
Inhibitor
switch
------
Valve cover
-----
QR label
Figure 19
Figure 20
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PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION
CVT ASSEMBLY (1)
VALVE ASSEMBLY-CONTROL
(valve body) (3)
STRAINER ASSEMBLY - OIL
PAN ASSY-OIL
GASKET-OIL PAN
SEAL-LIP
MAGNET
WASHER-DRAIN
SEAL, O-RING (fluid filler plug gasket)
PART NUMBER
(2)
QUANTITY
1
31705-28X0B
1
31728-1XZ0D
31390-3VX0C
31397-1XF0D
31528-1XZ0A
31379-3AX0A
11026-JA00A
31526-3VX0B
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
999MP-NS300P
NS-3 CVT Fluid (4) (5)
As needed
Lens Swab (6) (7)
J-51963
As needed
(1) If the CVT assembly is being replaced, no other parts in the table above, except NS-3
CVT fluid or equivalent, are needed.
(2) Refer to the electronic parts catalog (FAST or equivalent) for the correct part number.
(3) Includes QR Label, CD-R, and Control Valve Assembly.
(4) For warranty repairs, Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid must be used. For customer pay repairs,
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid or an equivalent is recommended.
(5) NS-3 CVT Fluid can be ordered through the Nissan Maintenance Advantage program:
Phone: 877-NIS-NMA1 (877-647-6621) or Website: Order via link on dealer portal
www.NNAnet.com and click on the “Maintenance Advantage” link.
(6) Lens swabs are available from Tech•Mate online: www.nissantechmate.com, or by
phone: 1-800-662-2001.
(7) Shop supply.
Tech Cam J-51951
Lens swab J-51963
(not part of J-51951)
Figure 21
Remove protective
film before first use
Additional kits of Tech Cam J-51951 are available from Tech•Mate online:
www.nissantechmate.com, or by phone: 1-800-662-2001.
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CLAIMS INFORMATION
NOTE: Refer to CVT Assembly Replacement Approval Procedures (on the next page)
before submitting a claim.
If belt condition shows no signs of belt slip, OK
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
RPL CVT CONTROL VALVE ASSY
(1)
JD48AA
ZE
32
(2)
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Control Valve Assembly
Part Number (31705-*****) as the Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.
NOTE: FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes. No other diagnostic procedures
subsequently required. Do NOT claim any diagnostic OP Codes with this claim.
And
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
FRT
Inspect CVT Belt, Belt = OK
JX37AA
0.3
OR
If belt inspection shows signs of belt slip, NG
MODEL
Altima
DESCRIPTION
PFP
CVT R&R
Rogue
Altima/
Rogue
(3)
CVT TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS
OP CODE SYM DIA FRT
JD01AA
JD023A
(4)
ZE
32
JX22AA
0.5
(3) Reference the electronic Parts Catalog (FAST or equivalent) and use the CVT assembly
part number for the vehicle being repaired as the Primary Failed Part.
(4) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.
NOTE: FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes. No other diagnostic procedures
subsequently required. Do NOT claim any diagnostic OP Codes with this claim.
And
DESCRIPTION
OP CODE
FRT
Inspect CVT Belt, Belt = NG (Includes control valve R&I)
JX36AA
2.2
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CVT Assembly Replacement Approval Procedures
 If CVT belt inspection indicates CVT assembly replacement is required:
a. Complete the PCC CVT Preauthorization Form in ASIST.
b. Attach the required video (15 seconds or less) to the CVT Preauthorization
Form.

Failure to submit a continuous video showing evidence of belt slip and the
VIN will cause immediate denial of request for CVT unit replacement.
c. Call the PCC for authorization at 800-973-9992 (opt 2).
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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