NTB16-110o

Classification:
Reference:
AT16-001o
Date:
NTB16-110o
March 25, 2020
2013-2017 ALTIMA AND 2014-2017 ROGUE; 4 CYLINDER
WITH DTC P17F0, P17F1, P0776, P2813, P1715, AND/OR P0841
STORED
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
APPLIED VEHICLES:
APPLIED ENGINE:
2013-2017 Altima (L33)
2014-2017 Rogue (T32)
QR25DE (4 cylinder only)
IF YOU CONFIRM
Any combination of the following DTCs:
P0776, P2813, P0841, P17F0, P17F1, P1715
IMPORTANT:

If DTCs are stored other than those listed above, this bulletin does not apply.

If customer complains of engine stall while going from 'P' or 'N' range to 'R' or 'D'
range, this bulletin does not apply.

If only combinations of the judder DTCs P17F0 and P17F1 exist with no customer
complaint, this bulletin does not apply.

If only P1715 exists with no other DTCs, this bulletin does not apply.

NTB15-083, Enhanced Diagnostic Logic For CVT Judder, has reprogramming
instructions that may apply.
ACTION
See Repair Flow Chart on page 2 to confirm if this bulletin applies.
NOTE: Pages 59, 85 and 100 must be printed and attached to the repair order.
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
A.
Does any combination of the following DTCs exist?
No
P17F0, P17F1, P0776, P2813, P0841, P1715
Yes
Yes
Does only P1715 exist?
No
Does only a combination of P17F1, P17F0 exist
with no other DTCs
and NO customer complaint of Judder?
Yes
No
Customer complains of engine stall while going
from “P” or “N” range to “R” or “D” or “L” range?
Yes
This bulletin does not
apply
Refer to ASIST for
further diagnostic
information.
No
Does P17F0 exist?
Yes
No
Evidence of CVT belt slippage?
Yes
Page 8
No
a. Replace the sub-assembly. Page 17
And then
Install a new valve body only
b. Install a new control valve (valve
body). Page 71
Page 71
Check TCM part number
and if needed perform reprogramming
Step 139 on Page 79
IMPORTANT: Reprogramming, if needed, must be
done before performing additional services.
Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN
REPLACING CONTROL VALVE. Page 85
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Table of Contents

Required Tools / Material…………………………………………………….……

Essential Tools………………………………………………………………….….. page 4

Weights………………………………………………………………………………
page 6

Precautions when Disassembling a CVT Assembly……………………………
page 7

Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal and CVT Belt Inspection……………….
page 8

CVT Assembly Removal…………………………………………………………... page 17

Remove the Converter Housing, Oil Seals, Oil Pump Cover, Oil Pump and
Oil Filter…………………………………………………………………………...…
page 20

Clean the CVT case surfaces……...……………………...................................
page 28

Clean the Oil Passages in the CVT Case, Oil Pump Cover, and CVT Filter
Area………………………………………………………………………………….
page 29

New Oil Pump Installation………….………………………………………….….
page 31

Replace the Side Cover – Pulleys and Belt (sub-assembly)……………….….
page 33

Clutch Total Endplay Adjustment – Thrust Bearing Selection…………………
page 56

Clean the Converter Housing Passages…………………………………………
page 61

CVT Reassembly…………………………………………………………………...
page 63

Control Valve (Valve Body) Strainer and Pan Installation……………………..
page 71

Install the CVT Assembly………………………………………………………….
page 77

TCM Reprograming.……………………….………………………………………
page 78

Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL
VALVE……………………………………………………………………………….
page 85

Troubleshooting……………………………………………………………………
page 90


PARTS INFORMATION…………………………………………………………… page 92
CLAIMS INFORMATION………………………………………………………….. page 98

PARTS KITS REFERENCE TABLE…………………………………….…..
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Required Tools / Materials
B.









Cherry picker / engine hoist / lifting arm (never handle replacement CVT
sub-assembly by hand)
Strap or chain to lift and lower CVT and sub-assembly
Petroleum jelly or equivalent
Extendable magnet
Large clean surface / 1 to 2 work tables
Vernier calipers
Brake cleaner
Rubbing alcohol
Plastic scraper
Essential Tools
Additional Essential Tools are available from Tech•Mate online: www.nissantechmate.com,
or by phone: 1-800-662-2001.
J-50255
CVT Service Tool Kit
J-50818
CVT2 Oil Pump
Seal Installer
J-25721-A
Slide Hammer Set
J-50272
Digital Depth
Gauge
J-51923
J-Hook Case
Separator
J-50271
Gauge Block
J-8092
Driver Handle
J-52282
Output Seal Installer
Figure 1
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J-52281
CVT Case Differential
Seal Installer
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Essential Tools (continued)
Tools that are not indicated as specifically for one model are used for all models.
C.
J-51959
Guide Pins
Figure 2
CAUTION: Always handle the CVT and component assemblies carefully and with the
appropriate lifting tools.
J-51595-1
Eyelet & linkage
J-51595
Lifting Fixture (top)
Figure 3
J-52082
Use for Rogue
Only
J-52082-2
Figure 4
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Essential Tools (continued)
CAUTION: Always handle the CVT and component assemblies carefully and with the
appropriate lifting tools.
J-51909
Lifting Fixture (side cover)
Use for Altima
only
Figure 5
Tech Cam J-51951
Lens swab J-51963
(not part of J-51951)
Figure 6

D.
Remove protective
film before first use
Additional Tech Cam J-51951 kits or components are available from Tech•Mate.
Weights
 CVT assembly: 300 lbs. approximately
 CVT sub-assembly: 65 lbs. approximately
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Repairs performed for this bulletin require CONSULT-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.
E.
Precautions when Disassembling a CVT Assembly
Transmissions are vulnerable to particles (dust, metal, lint, etc.).
When disassembling a CVT, make sure your work environment (shop, workbench, etc.),
transmission area (sub-frame, oil pan, harness connector, etc.), and your hands are free of
contamination.
IMPORTANT:





Wash and clean the exterior of the CVT assembly prior to disassembling.
CAUTION: Cover all air breather and drive shaft holes to prevent water intrusion.
Apply rust penetrant to locator / dowel pins on torque converter housing and side
cover of CVT and allow to soak as needed.
Refrigerating oil seals may help in assembly (axle and T/C seals).
Only disassemble those parts which are mentioned in this bulletin.
Make sure all parts are clean prior to assembling / installing.
 Unpack service parts just before installation.

Store the related parts that have
been removed separately to prevent
being mixed up; small cups can be
used.
Figure 7
IMPORTANT: The CVT unit “wiring harness
connector” will be reused during this
procedure. The wiring harness can be
disconnected from the valve body at the
wiring harness connector and remain in the
CVT.
Figure 8
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Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal and CVT Belt Inspection
1. Write down all radio station presets.
Presets
AM
FM 1
FM 2
SAT 1
SAT 2/3
Bass
1
Treble
2
3
4
Balance
Fade
5
6
Speed Sen. Vol.
2. Disconnect both battery cables, negative cable first.
3. Remove the valve body.
Before lifting the vehicle;

Place the transmission gear selector in Neutral.

Refer to the appropriate ESM, section Transaxle & Transmission, 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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Exploded View
(Total of 9 bolts)
Figure 9
1.
Transaxle assembly
2.
Terminal cord assembly
3.
CVT fluid temperature sensor
bracket
4.
Control valve
5.
Bracket
6.
O-ring
7.
New-style oil strainer assembly
8.
Old-style oil strainer assembly
9.
Oil pan gasket
10.
Oil pan
11. Drain plug
13.
Magnet
14. Spring washer
15. Manual plate
16.
Lip seal
17. Snap ring
18. Overflow plug
19.
O-ring
12. Drain plug gasket
: Always replace after every disassembly.
: Nꞏm (kg-m, ft-lb)
: Nꞏm (kg-m, in-lb)
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4. Secure the front right tire with a suitable
strap, so that it cannot rotate.

This will assist in making the belt
turn.
5. Mark the front left tire with a suitable
marking.

This will assure all 360° of the belt is
inspected.
Figure 10
6. 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 12, Figure
15).
 Reference the Figures on pages 12
through 16 for comparison of an OK
and NG belt condition.
Belt
Pulley
Case
NOTE:
o Be sure to remove the protective film
from the mirror before the first use.
o 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 the PARTS INFORMATION.
o Before inspecting, make sure the
camera handle’s AA batteries are
charged and the LCD monitor’s
battery is charged.
a. Insert the camera lens between the
Step 6a
Step 6c
Figure 11
Camera
flexible tube
Front
CVT case and pulley where shown in
Figure 11 and Figure 12.
 Insert the lens approximately
seven (7) inches, and then view
the side of the belt that contacts
the pulley.
Figure 12
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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 13).
CAUTION: If the tire is rotated in the
rearward rotation, the camera lens
may get caught between the belt and
pulley.
Figure 13
c. If the inspection result is OK, inspect
the other side of the belt.

Insert the camera lens in the
second location where shown
in Figure 11 and Figure 14, and
then perform step 6b again.
Pulley
Front
d. If the inspection result is OK 360° on
both sides of the belt, proceed to
step 7 on the next page.

For additional information, see
video # 544: “CVT Belt
Inspection”. This video is located
under the TECH TRAINING
GARAGE VIDEOS tab in Virtual
Academy.
Figure 14
e. If the inspection result is NG,
proceed to step 8 on the next page.
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7. If the belt inspection result is OK, replace only the valve body, and then reprogram the
TCM if applicable.

For valve body replacement, go to page 71, Control Valve (Valve Body) Strainer
and Pan Installation.

Check TCM part number (step 139 on page 79) and if needed perform
reprogramming (step 139 on Page 79) if applicable.
IMPORTANT: Reprogramming, if needed, must be done before performing
additional services.
8. If the belt inspection result is NG, replace the CVT sub-assembly and valve body, and
then check step 139 on page 79 to confirm if a TCM reprogram is available.

Go to CVT Assembly Removal, page 17.
Inspect these sides
Do not inspect
these sides
Figure 15
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Figure 16: New belt
Figure 17: Close-up of section to be inspected
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Pictures in Figure 18 and Figure 19 were taken with borescope J-51951.
OK
Visual
lines
Figure 18: Belt is OK
OK
Visual
lines
Figure 19: Belt is OK
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NG
Scuffing
Figure 20: Example of NG belt
NG
Lines
“smeared”
Figure 21: Example of NG belt
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A.
Pictures in Figure 22-Figure 24 were taken with borescope J-51951.
NG
Figure 22: Example of NG belt
NG
Figure 23: Example of NG belt
NG
Figure 24: Example of NG belt
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CVT Assembly Removal
Overview of Sub-assembly Repair
1. Apply rust penetrant as necessary to the dowel pins on the converter
housing side and sub-assembly side cover
2. Remove CVT from the vehicle
3. Remove the Converter Housing, Oil Seals, Oil Pump Cover, Oil Pump and
Oil Filter
4. Clean the CVT case surfaces
5. Clean the Oil Passages in the CVT Case, Oil Pump Cover, and CVT Filter
Area
6. Check initial pulley movement characteristics
7. New Pump Installation
8. Replace the Side Cover – Pulleys and Belt
9. Confirm shift selector movement
10. Recheck new pulley movement characteristics matches that of the original
assembly
11. Clutch Total Endplay Adjustment – Thrust Bearing Selection
12. Clean the Converter Housing Passages
13. CVT Reassembly
14. Control Valve (Valve Body) Strainer and Pan Installation
15. Install the CVT Assembly
NOTE: For additional information review video # 547: “CVT Belt and Pulley
Replacement”.
 This video is located under the TECH TRAINING GARAGE VIDEOS tab
in Virtual Academy.
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9. Temporarily install the oil pan gasket and oil pan with four oil pan bolts to corners of the
oil pan, hand tight (Figure 25).
NOTE: It is not necessary for the control valve to be installed, a new one will be
installed later in the service procedure.
Figure 25
10. Remove the CVT from the vehicle.

Refer to NTB18-019 for CVT removal.
AWD Vehicles
CAUTION:
o Use extreme care when moving the axle in and out of the transfer case assembly.
o To avoid seal damage or deformation, properly support and guide the axle.
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11. Place the CVT on a workbench with the
oil pan side down.

Use wood or plastic blocks to keep
the CVT steady.
CAUTION: Do not deform the oil
pan.
12. Remove the torque converter.
Figure 26
13. Drain CVT fluid out of the torque
converter.
Torque
converter
Figure 27
Primary speed
sensor
14. Remove the primary speed sensor.
IMPORTANT: The speed sensor will be
re-used.
Figure 28
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Remove the Converter Housing, Oil Seals, Oil Pump Cover, Oil Pump and Oil Filter
15. Remove all 23 converter housing
mounting bolts (see Figure 29).
NOTE:


These bolts will be replaced with new
ones and will not be reused.
Dowel Pin
Apply rust remover to the dowel pins
if needed.
Figure 29
16. Separate and then remove the converter housing from the CVT case.

Use Slide Hammer J-25721-A and Slide Hammer Bolt J-50255-UPD with J-Hook J51923 at the cut out areas similar to the one shown in Figure 30 and Figure 31.
CAUTION: DO NOT use a pry-bar, chisel, etc. to separate the converter
housing from the CVT case.
J-25721-A
-----
J-50255-UPD
-----
J-51923
One of three
cutout areas
Figure 30
Figure 31
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17. Note the location of the pin shown in Figure 32.
CAUTION: This pin can slip out during movement of the CVT while converter housing is
removed.
Figure 32
O-ring
18. Remove the O-ring from the input shaft.

This O-ring will be replaced with a
new one.
Figure 33
19. Carefully remove the reduction gear assembly (Figure 34).
20. Carefully remove the differential assembly (Figure 35).
Reduction gear
assembly
Differential
assembly
Figure 35
Figure 34
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21. Remove the following oil seals using
suitable tools:
CAUTION: Be careful not to damage
any of the seal bore surfaces.
a. CVT case differential side oil seal
(drive shaft seal).

See Figure 36.
Figure 36
b. Torque converter seal (Figure 37).
Figure 37
c. Converter housing differential side oil
seal (drive shaft seal).

See Figure 38.
NOTE: All wheel drive transfer case
O-ring will be replaced later in this
procedure.
Figure 38
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22. Remove the two (2) nuts from baffle
plate A, and then remove baffle plate A
(see Figure 39).
CAUTION: To avoid rounding off these
nuts, it is best to use a 3/8 inch drive 6pt 10 mm socket.
Baffle
plate nuts
Baffle
plate A
Figure 39
23. Remove the oil pump chain, driven and drive sprockets as one assembly (Figure 40).

Spread the snap ring to remove sprocket (Figure 41).
IMPORTANT: The drive sprocket has a specific top and bottom. Keep the sprockets
and chain together after removed.
Drive sprocket
Driven sprocket
Oil pump chain
Snap ring
Figure 40
Figure 41
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Thrust washer
24. Remove the “Pump cover” (dummy
cover) thrust washer (Figure 42).

This thrust washer will be reused.
Dummy cover
Figure 42
Snap ring
25. Remove the Oil pump snap ring
(Figure 43).

Lightly push the ends of the snap
ring together, rotate one side
upwards while pulling the snap ring
towards the pump opening.
Figure 43
Oil pump
bracket
26. Remove the Oil pump bracket
(Figure 44).

Retained by two bolts.
Figure 44
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27. Remove the three bolts from baffle plate
B, and then remove baffle plate B
(Figure 45).
Baffle
plate B
Figure 45
28. Remove the two bolts from baffle plate
C, and then remove baffle plate C
(Figure 46).
Baffle
plate C
29. Remove the five dummy cover bolts, and
then remove the dummy cover. See
Figure 47.
NOTE: These bolts will be reused.
Figure 46
IMPORTANT:

Lift the dummy cover from sides ONLY. Do NOT lift from the input shaft (Figure 47).
This can lift the clutch pack out.

Do NOT remove the lathe cut seals (white seals in Figure 48) from the dummy
cover. These seals will be reused.

Lathe cut seals must be in their correct positions during final assembly to
prevent drivability issues.
Dummy
cover
Do not lift here
Lathe cut seals
(white seals)
Dummy
cover
Figure 47
Figure 48
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Lathe cut seals
(white seals)
30. Remove the thrust bearing from the
clutch assembly bore (Figure 49).
NOTE: Take care removing the thrust
bearing so that the lathe cut seals are
not knocked out of their grooves.
IMPORTANT:
 The thrust bearing has two different
sides. As the thrust bearing is
removed, note the thrust bearing
orientation so that the new bearing
can be installed in the same
orientation.

Thrust bearing
Secondary
speed sensor
Figure 49
This bearing will not be re-used.
31. Wipe any metallic debris from the face of
the secondary speed sensor
(Figure 49).
Top of
CVT
Oil pan gasket
surface
32. Remove the oil pump as follows:
a. Remove the fitting bolt located above
the left rear corner of the oil pan
gasket surface (Figure 50).
Fitting bolt
Figure 50
b. Remove the three oil pump Allen®head bolts, and remove the oil pump
(Figure 51).
NOTE:

Do NOT discard the Allen®-head
bolts. Bolts will be re-used.

New oil pump will be installed at
later steps.
Figure 51
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33. Remove CVT fluid filter as follows:
a. Remove the 4 bolts and then remove
the CVT fluid filter cover (Figure 52).
NOTE: Bolts will be reused.
CVT fluid filter cover
Figure 52
b. Remove the CVT fluid filter with
grommet seal and O-ring seal
(Figure 53).

Discard the oil filter and seal.
They will be replaced.

The grommet is fitted to the
bottom end of the filter and is
included with the replacement
filter (Figure 54).
Fluid filter
O-ring seal
Figure 53
Grommet
Figure 54
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Clean the CVT case surfaces
34. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces of the CVT case and Torque Converter Housing.

A plastic scraper can be used.
CAUTION:
o DO NOT use sanding discs, similar abrasive tools, or metal blades.
o Use brake spray or equivalent solvent and lint-free towels only.
o Make sure brake spray or solvents used are compatible with local regulations.
o
Prevent debris from entering in the CVT.
o Make sure rust and debris have been cleaned off of dowel pins and receiving holes
(Figure 55).
35. Clean the dowel pins and dowel pin receiving holes of any rust or debris (Figure 55).
NOTE: Use small wire brush or similar tool at the inside surface of dowel pin holes. DO
NOT SCRAPE CVT CASE mating surfaces.
Clean dowel pin
receiving holes
Dowel pin
Figure 55
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Clean the Oil Passages in the CVT Case, Oil Pump Cover, and CVT Filter Area
In the following steps:

Brake spray or a suitable cleaning solvent and compressed air will be used to clean
out oil passages in the CVT assembly.
 Make sure the brake spray or solvents are compatible with local regulations.
WARNING: Wear eye / face protection when using compressed air and cleaning
fluids.
CAUTION: Regulate air pressure up to a maximum of 75 PSI.
36. Clean the area where the CVT fluid filter
fits (Figure 56).

Clean within
this area
Make sure the old filter grommet seal
is removed.
37. Clean the fluid passages to and from the
filter (Figure 56).
Fluid
passages
Figure 56
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38. Spray brake clean in all oil passages of the CVT case where shown in Figure 57 and
Figure 58.

Do not spray brake clean into the clutch pack.
39. Apply compressed air in the same passages.
NOTE: Do not stand in front of the passages while using compressed air.
Figure 57
Apply cleaner, and then
75 PSI maximum air
pressure in these
passages.
Air pressure comes
out these passages.
Figure 58
40. Temporarily install fluid filter cover.
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New Oil Pump Installation
IMPORTANT: For the following service procedures a PARTS KITS REFERENCE TABLE
is provided on page 100.

Use the check off column on the left to ensure the correct new part is installed at each
step, and then attach to the repair order.
41. Install the new oil pump using three
original Allen®-head bolts (Figure 59).
NOTE:

Finger tighten the Allen®-head bolts
at this time.

Oil Pump kit includes new pump,
O-ring and snap ring.
Figure 59
Fitting bolt
O-ring
42. Place new O-ring on the fitting bolt, and
coat with CVT fluid (Figure 60).
Figure 60
Fitting
bolt
43. Install the fitting bolt finger tight
(Figure 61).
Figure 61
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44. Torque the three Allen®-head bolts and fitting bolt.

Allen®-head bolt torque: 17.6 – 20.6 N•m (1.79 – 2.1 kg-m, 13.0 – 15.2 ft-lb)

Fitting bolt torque: 26.0 – 30.0 N•m (2.65 – 3.06 kg-m, 19.2 – 22.1 ft-lb)
45. Install the new snap ring (Figure 62).
Snap ring
Figure 62
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Replace the Side Cover – Pulleys and Belt (sub-assembly)
Review video # 547: “CVT Belt and Pulley Replacement” and fast forward to minute
marker 3:14. This video is located under the TECH TRAINING GARAGE VIDEOS tab
in Virtual Academy.
46. Temporarily install the dummy cover with
3 bolts, finger tight (Figure 63).
IMPORTANT:

Do not install the thrust bearing to
the clutch assembly bore at this time.

If cover does not seat flush see
Troubleshooting - The Dummy
Cover Will Not Sit Flush on
page 90.
Bolts
Dummy cover
Figure 63
47. Temporarily install the converter housing
onto the CVT case with three bolts finger
tight (Figure 64).
IMPORTANT: When fitting the CVT
case surfaces, DO NOT use the bolts to
draw in the case halves. Make sure the
case surfaces are flush, and have no
gaps prior to installing the bolts.
Bolts
Converter housing
Figure 64
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48. Flip the CVT case so that the converter
housing faces down and side-cover
faces up.


Lifting fixtures J-51595 and J-515951 can be used for this step.
Manual shaft
See Figure 66 for lifting fixture
information.
CAUTION:
o Do not hit the manual shaft (Figure
65) while flipping the CVT; the
manual shaft is longer than the oil
pan mating surface. Use a plastic /
wooden block to support as needed.
Figure 65
Eyelet #: J-51595-1
o Note the location of the terminal
connector harness. Do not pinch the
terminal connector harness between
the CVT case and work bench or
supporting blocks.
Lifting Fixture #: J-51595
Figure 66
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49. Rotate the primary pulley by hand to
check the pulley’s rotational
characteristics.
IMPORTANT: Remember the pulley’s
rotational characteristics. This will be
used as a reference after the new side
cover-pulleys and belt sub-assembly
(sub-assembly) have been installed.
Rotate the primary
pulley by hand
Figure 67
WARNING: Do not place fingers
between the pulley and the CVT case.
Do not place fingers
under pulley
Figure 68
50. Remove the nineteen (19) side cover
fixing bolts (Figure 69).

These bolts will be replaced with new
ones and will not be reused.
Figure 69
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NOTE: When working with sub-assembly install, uninstall, and bracket attachment, it is
critical that CVT and sub-assembly are level. If not level, the pulleys and bearings can sit
slightly at an angle and will hinder installation.
CAUTION: Always handle the CVT and component assemblies carefully and with the
appropriate lifting tools.
51. Attach appropriate lifting fixture to the side cover (Figure 70).

For Altima, proceed to step 52 on page 37 for lifting fixture procedure.

For Rogue, proceed to step 55 on page 39 for lifting fixture procedure.
For Altima use tool
J-51909 with eyelet J-51595-1
For Rogue use tools
J-52082 with spacers J-52082-2
J-52082
J-51909
J-52082-2
Attach here
Figure 70
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Altima Lifting Fixture procedure
J-51909
Lifting Fixture
(side cover)
52. Attach Lifting Fixture J-51909 (Figure
71) with eyelet from J-51595 (Figure 66)
to the side cover at point shown in
Figure 72.
 Lifting Fixture bolt torque (Max.):
45 N•m (4.6 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)
CAUTION: Do not cross thread bolts
when attaching to side cover.
 Eyelet bolt torque: Hand tight.
Figure 71
Attach here
Figure 72
Lifting Fixture #: J-51909
Figure 73
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Altima Lifting Fixture procedure (continued)
53. Install the two alignment Guide Pins
(J-51959 - Guide Pins) as shown in
Figure 74 and Figure 75.
NOTE:
 The Guide Pins should be located on
opposite sides of the sub-assembly.

Guide Pins should be placed as far
apart as possible.

Guide Pins must be placed next to
dowel pins (Figure 75).
Guide Pin
Guide Pin
Figure 74
Guide Pin
54. Proceed to step 58 on page 41.
Dowel Pin
Figure 75
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Rogue Lifting Fixture procedure
55. Remove the six (6) pulley bracket bolts.

Bolts will be reinstalled to the original
pulley and belt sub-assembly.
56. Attach universal Lifting Fixture J-52082
with spacers J-52082-2 to the side cover
as shown in Figure 77.
Figure 76
NOTE: Install and tighten by hand only.
a. Loosen all of the wing-nut bolts on the Lifting Fixture.
b. Confirm that three (3) spacers (# J-52082-2) are present between the longer legs
and triangle bracket as shown in Figure 77.
c. Install the Lifting Fixture to the CVT case at the six (6) bolt holes shown in Figure 76.
d. Tighten the wing-nut bolts on the Lifting Fixture finger tight in the following order:
1) Tighten the lower six (6) wing-nut bolts.
2) Tighten the two (2) joint to triangle brackets.
3) Tighten the top two (2) wing-nut bolts, and then proceed to step 57 on the next
page.
CAUTION: Do not cross thread the bolts when attaching to the CVT side
cover.
Triangle
bracket
Top wing-nut
bolt
Lower wing-nut
bolt
(3) Spacers
(# J-52082-2)
Lifting Fixture J-52082
Longer legs
Triangle
bracket joint
Figure 77
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Rogue Lifting Fixture procedure (continued)
Guide Pin
57. Install the two CVT Assembly Guide
Pins (J-51959 - Guide Pins) as shown in
Figure 78 and Figure 79.

Dowel Pin
Pins
The Guide Pins must be located next
to the dowel pins.
Figure 78
Dowel Pin
Guide Pin
Figure 79
NOTE: The following steps on the next page apply to both Altima and Rogue.
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58. Raise the Lifting Fixture so that the CVT assembly weight is mostly supported by the
Lifting Fixture and just slightly raised off of the work surface.
59. Loosen the side cover with a slide hammer at the three points (tool location marks)
shown in Figure 80.

Rotate between the 3 locations on the side cover until the CVT case separates from
the sub-assembly; this can take more than one rotation to loosen sealant.
CAUTION: DO NOT use a pry-bar, chisel, etc. to separate the side cover from
the CVT case.
NOTE: Apply rust penetrant to the two dowel pins as needed.
Tool location marks
Figure 80 shows Altima side cover
and is for reference only
Dowel
pin
Dowel
pin
Figure 80
60. Raise the Lifting Fixture to remove the
“side cover with pulleys and belt subassembly” (sub-assembly) from the CVT
case (Figure 81).
CAUTION: Make sure the primary speed
sensor is removed from the subassembly.

Speed sensor will be reused.

DO NOT discard speed sensor.

This sub-assembly will not be
reused.
Figure 81
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61. Remove the lifting fixture from the sub-assembly.

For Rogue re-install all six (6) original bolts into the old sub-assembly.
62. Thoroughly clean the mating surfaces of the CVT case (Figure 82) that the subassembly was just separated from (a plastic scraper can be used).

Confirm that dowel pins have remained in the CVT case. If not, remove them from
the sub-assembly and relocate back to the CVT case.
NOTE: The Guide Pins can be temporarily removed for cleaning purposes.
CAUTION:
o DO NOT use sanding discs, similar abrasive tools, or metal blades.
o Use brake spray or equivalent solvent and lint-free towels only.
o Make sure brake spray or solvents used are compatible with local regulations
o Prevent debris from entering in the CVT.
o Make sure rust and debris have been cleaned off of dowel pins and receiving holes.
63. Replace the O-ring on the CVT case side with a new one from the PARTS KITS
REFERENCE TABLE; discard original O-ring (Figure 83).

Coat the O-ring with CVT fluid before installing.
Mating surfaces
O-ring
Figure 82
Figure 83
64. Remove the thrust bearing from the
planetary carrier plate (Figure 84).

Thrust bearing will be re-used.
DO NOT discard.
CAUTION: If not found on the
planetary carrier plate, the thrust
bearing may still be attached to the
primary pulley.
Thrust bearing
Figure 84
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65. Rotate the shift select lever counter clockwise to the “L” range position
(Figure 85), so that the park pawl is at its lowest position (Figure 86).
Park pawl
Shift select lever
Figure 85
Figure 86
66. Attach the appropriate Lifting Fixture to the new sub-assembly, and then raise subassembly out of the shipping box.

For Rogue ONLY, first remove the six (6) bolts from the new sub-assembly and
then remove their O-rings before installing Lifting Fixture.
 These bolts will be reused.
 These O-rings will not be reused.
CAUTION: Do not cross thread the side cover holes when installing the Lifting Fixture.
Always start the bolts by hand.

Refer to Altima (page 37) or Rogue (page 39) Lifting Fixture procedures for correct
Lifting Fixture installation.
Lifting Fixture
for Rogue
Lifting Fixture
for Altima
Sub-assembly
Sub-assembly
Figure 87
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67. Apply one continuous 2.0 mm diameter bead of sealant along the center of the CVT
case side mating surface (Figure 88).
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 case assembly, thoroughly clean the
mating surfaces of the CVT case and re-start from step 67.
Figure 88
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68. Install the original thrust bearing on the primary pulley of the new sub-assembly part
(Figure 89).
IMPORTANT: The thrust bearing surface must lay flush with the primary pulley. Any
additional height will affect the total end play that is measured later in this procedure.
CAUTION: The thrust bearing has two sides. Reference Figure 89 for bearing
orientation.

Apply a small amount of petroleum jelly or equivalent to the original thrust bearing to
hold it in place on the primary pulley.
Primary pulley
Thrust bearing
Thrust bearing; must sit
flush with primary pulley
surface.
Figure 89
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69. Coat the primary pulley bearing, secondary pulley gear teeth and the secondary bearing
with CVT fluid prior to installation (Figure 90).
CAUTION: Do NOT drip any CVT fluid onto the sealant.
The following Figures are for reference only and may or may not have the sealant in
place, or have the old sealant removed. Clean the surfaces and apply sealant when
and where instructed.
Coat these
surfaces with
CVT fluid
Output gear
Figure 90
70. While lowering the sub-assembly, route the Guide Pins into the appropriate CVT bolt
holes one at a time (the Guide Pins are different lengths for easy assembly).
IMPORTANT: Do NOT allow the output gear to contact the lubrication tube when the
side cover is positioned over the guide pins (Figure 91).
Lubrication
tube
Figure 91
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F.
IMPORTANT:
Before continuing, it is recommended that you review and understand the instructions on
pages 47 to 51.
The sub-assembly will lower into the CVT case without applying extra vertical force.
IF THE SUB-ASSEMBLY DOES NOT LOWER COMPLETELY,
INTERFERENCE IS PRESENT.
! PHYSICAL
Key Technique: Raise to remove weight on interference, adjust as necessary, and
then lower again.
Use the “visual gap size” below (Figure 92 and Figure 93), between the sub-assembly and
the CVT case, to determine the cause of interference.
44 mm - Page 48
38 mm - Page 49
CASE GAP = ?
19 mm - Page 50
6 mm Page 51
Figure 92
Case gap
Figure 93
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71. Carefully lower the Lifting Fixture to install the sub-assembly into the CVT case as
follows:

While visually looking down into the bore (Figure 95) to confirm that the output gear
is clearing the CVT case bearing bore,
a. Level the sub-assembly by placing hands on top to guide it into the CVT case.
b. Lower the sub-assembly until a gap of 38 mm (1.5 inch) is present to the CVT
case (Figure 98 on page 49) and then proceed to step 72.
 If the sub-assembly will not lower any farther than 44 mm (1.75 inch) the
output gear has not cleared the bearing bore (Figure 94).
Sub-assembly will not lower past 44 mm (1.75 inch)?

Interference is present between the output gear and bearing bore.
Sub-assembly
44 mm (1.75
inch) gap
CVT case
Output gear
Bearing bore
Output gear
Figure 94
Bearing bore
CVT case
Figure 95
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CAUTION: In the following steps 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-start from step 67 on page 44.
72. Align the parking rod with the parking pawl as follows:
IMPORTANT: Perform step 72 while the sub-assembly has a 38 mm (1.5 inch) gap to
the CVT case (Figure 98).
a. Rotate the shift select lever clockwise on the side of the CVT to adjust the park rod
to the highest position.
b. Use a magnet, or similar tool, to align the park rod in the CVT case (
in Figure 97)
with the opening in the parking pawl (
in Figure 96) in the side cover.
NOTE: If the parking rod is not located correctly it will keep the case from lowering.
The following Figures are for reference only.
Side cover
Parking pawl
Parking rod
Pocket
magnet
Figure 96
CVT case
Figure 97
Sub-assembly
38 mm (1.5
inch) gap
CVT case
Figure 98
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73. Continue to slowly lower the sub-assembly into the CVT case.

If the primary and the secondary pulley bearings do not align properly with their
bores (Figure 99) or are at an angle, a gap of 19 mm (0.75 inch) may be present.
 As needed, level the sub-assembly as it is lowered into the CVT case to help the
primary and the secondary pulley bearings align in their bores.
 MINOR LEVELING ADJUSTMENTS with limited weight on the sub-assembly will
help the installation. Vertical force is not needed.
 Once the sub-assembly is LEVEL the primary and the secondary pulley bearings
will smoothly align while lowering.
Sub-assembly will not lower past 19 mm (0.75 inch)?

If this occurs Do NOT force sub-assembly into case.
a. Raise the sub-assembly slightly.
b. Level the sub-assembly (visually check the gap between case and sub-assembly
side cover and confirm that it is even all around).
c. Gently lower the sub-assembly.
d. Gently shake the sub-assembly horizontally, lower, raise and repeat as needed
to help align.
e. Lower to clear dowel pins to 6 mm (0.25 inch).
Sub-assembly
19 mm (0.75
inch) gap
Primary
pulley bearing
Secondary
pulley bearing
Bearing bore
CVT Case
Bearing bore
Figure 99
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IMPORTANT: In the following steps the case halves must sit flush against each other
without a gap before installing the bolts. The bolts CANNOT be used to draw the cases
together. DO NOT APPLY VERTICAL FORCE.
74. Once the dowel pins are cleared, ease the sub-assembly down onto the CVT case until
the case halves are flush.

Confirm the dowel pins are clean and aligned and are not catching on the subassembly case cover.
WARNING: Be careful not to get fingers caught between the CVT case and subassembly when seating.
Sub-assembly will not lower past 6 mm (0.25 inch)?
If the sub-assembly will not lower past 6 mm (0.25 inch), the primary pulley splines are not
aligned.

If this occurs Do NOT force sub-assembly into case.
a. Raise the sub-assembly slightly so the weight is not completely on the primary
pulley splines.
b. Slightly rotate the primary pulley through the bottom of the CVT and then lower
the sub-assembly.
c. Repeat as needed.
Sub-assembly
Primary pulley
6 mm (0.25
inch) gap
Belt
element
CVT
case
Primary pulley
splines
Touch side of primary
pulley to align splines
Planetary
carrier splines
Do not place fingers
below primary pulley
Figure 100
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Rotate the shift select lever
75. Confirm the parking rod operation as
follows:
a. Rotate the shift select lever counter
clockwise and confirm that all detents
for each of the P-R-N-D-L are felt.
b. Rotate the lever clockwise to return
the rod back to the P position.
c. Are all of the detents felt?
 YES: Proceed to step 76.
Figure 101
 NO: If the lever does not rotate or
if all detents are not felt:
1) Raise the sub-assembly and remove all sealant.
2) Restart from step 67 on page 44.
76. Remove the guide pins.
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77. Install the new side cover bolts for sub-assembly to the CVT case (Figure 102).

Torque the first eight (8) bolts marked as
in the sequence numbered in
Figure 102 below, and then torque the rest of the bolts in a clockwise direction.
 Bolt torque: 45 N•m (4.6 kg-m, 33 ft-lb) 19 pieces.
4
8
2
6
Torque un-numbered bolts
in clockwise direction
3
1
5
7
Figure 102
78. Remove the lifting fixture.
79. For Rogue ONLY, Install six (6) new O-rings, from the Parts Kits Reference Table, to
the six (6) new pulley bearing retainer bolts that were removed from the new subassembly on page 43, step 66.

All other models, proceed to step 81
Rogue only
80. Install the six (6) new pulley bearing
retainer bolts finger tight.

Do not use tools to install.
Figure 103
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81. Confirm the rotational smoothness of the primary pulley as follows:
a. With clean hand, access the primary pulley from the bottom of the CVT.
b. Rotate the primary pulley by hand and confirm that the characteristic is the same as
previously checked at step 49 on page 35, prior to removing the original subassembly.
c. Is the rotational characteristic worse than before the sub-assembly was replaced?

NO: The rotational characteristic is the same or better; proceed to step 82.

YES:
1) Remove the sub-assembly from the CVT case.
2) Wipe and clean the sealant completely from both the CVT case rim and
side cover rim.
3) Restart sub-assembly installation from Step 67 of “Replace Side Cover
– Pulleys and Belt” on Page 44.
4) Return to step 81 and recheck rotational characteristic.
Rogue only
82. For Rogue ONLY torque all six (6) bolts.

All other models, proceed to step
83.
 Bolt torque: 28 N•m (2.8 kg-m, 20
ft-lbs).
Figure 104
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J-52281
83. Install the CVT case side axle seal
(Figure 105).

Use Seal Installer J-52281 and Driver
Handle J-8092.

Apply a light coat of CVT fluid to the
seal lip surfaces.
J-8092
CVT
case
Figure 105
84. Place the CVT on the work bench with
the side cover facing down on the
bench.
85. Remove the converter housing which
was temporarily installed with three
bolts.
Bolts
Converter housing
Figure 106
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Clutch Total Endplay Adjustment – Thrust Bearing Selection
IMPORTANT: The clutch total endplay (Figure 107) must always be adjusted between the
clutch drum and the dummy cover when a new sub-assembly is installed and is adjusted
with thrust bearing thickness.
There are eight (8) thicknesses of thrust bearings available for total endplay adjustment.

For additional information, see video # 547: “CVT Belt and Pulley Replacement”
and fast forward to minute marker 13:22. This video is located under the TECH
TRAINING GARAGE VIDEOS tab in Virtual Academy.
Dummy
cover
CVT case
Total
endplay
Clutch
drum
Thrust
bearing
Figure 107
86. Clean and then zero the Digital Depth Gauge (part #: J-50272).

Set Digital Depth Gauge to millimeters.
87. Clean Gauge Block J-50271.
88. Confirm the mating surfaces of the CVT case are clean.
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89. Calculate the average (D) clutch
assembly bore depth (Figure 108) as
follows:
IMPORTANT: Measurements are
required from two opposite ends to
obtain the average.
Figure 108
Clutch assembly
bore
a. Place the Gauge Block on the
surface where the dummy cover
seats, and over the clutch assembly
bore (Figure 109).
IMPORTANT: This surface is lower
than the CVT case to torque
converter housing surface.
Gauge Block
Figure 109
NOTE: The clutch assembly should
sit 2-3 mm lower than the dummy
cover seat (Figure 110).
Dummy
cover seat
Dummy
cover seat
b. Confirm the Gauge Block is not
sitting on the clutch assembly or
against the input shaft.
NOTE: If the clutch assembly is
sitting higher than the dummy cover
surface, see Troubleshooting - The
Dummy Cover Will Not Sit Flush
on page 90.
Clutch assembly
Figure 110
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c. Position the Depth Gauge on the
Depth Gauge
Gauge Block (Figure 111).
Datum level
NOTE: Make sure the Depth
Gauge’s datum level is flush with the
top of the Gauge Block.
d. Carefully slide the gauge down until it
bottoms out on the bottom of the
clutch assembly bore. Write this
measurement as D1 (use
millimeters).
Clutch assembly
bore
Gauge Block
NOTE: Do not measure from the
clutch assembly bore shown in red
(Figure 112).
Figure 111
Do not measure
from this raised step
(highlighted in red).
Measure here; D2
Measure here; D1
Figure 112
e. Measure this same distance on the opposite side (180 degrees) of the clutch
assembly bore and write it as D2.
f. Using the formula below, calculate the average and write down the calculated value
as D.
D =
(D1 + D2)
-------------2
Write the measurement for “D” here _____ mm
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Clean surfaces
90. Measure the average (H) dummy cover
Clean
here
height (Figure 114) as follows:
a. Clean the dummy cover surfaces
that contact the CVT case and thrust
bearing (Figure 113).
CAUTION: Use brake spray (or
equivalent) and lint-free towel only.
Make sure the brake spray or
solvents used are compatible with
local regulations.
b. Place the dummy cover upside down
Clean here
on a work bench, and place the
Gauge Block onto the thrust bearing
Figure 113
surface (Figure 114).
c. Position the Depth Gauge on the Gauge Block over an outer end of the dummy
cover (Figure 114).
NOTE: Make sure the Depth Gauge’s datum level is flush with the top of the Gauge
Block.
d. Carefully slide the Depth Gauge down until it contacts the dummy cover surface that
mates with the CVT case. Write this measurement as H1 (use millimeters).
e. Measure this same distance on the opposite side of the dummy cover and write it as
H2 (Figure 114).
Gauge Block
Figure 114
f. Using the formula below, calculate the average and then write down the calculated
value as H.
(H1 + H2)(H1 + H2)
H=
H = --------------Write the measurement for “H” here _____ mm
2
91. Choose the thrust bearing to adjust Clutch Total Endplay (A) as follows:
a. Calculate A (Total Endplay):
Total Endplay A = D – H (This will be the thrust bearing thickness).
 Fill in the measurements below for “D” and “H” from pages 58 and 59 to calculate
for “A”.
D measurement ______ mm
– H measurement ______ mm
= A - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - ______ mm
Please print this page and
attach it to the repair order.
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b. Choose the appropriate bearing from Table A below, based on the Total Endplay (A)
calculated on the previous page (8 thicknesses of thrust bearings are available).
Example: If A = 4.3 mm, it falls between the lower and upper clearances for bearing
thickness 3.93 mm.
 Refer to PARTS INFORMATION for Thrust Bearing part numbers by thickness.
c. Measure and confirm that the selected thrust bearing is the correct thickness before
installing (Figure 115).
d. Circle the thrust bearing part number that was selected in Table A.
Table A
PART #: 314071XZOB
1XZ0C
1XZ0D
1XZ0E
1XZ1A
1XZ1B
1XZ1C
1XZ1D
A=D-H
BEARING
CLEARANCE (A) THICKNESS
3.87 - 4.07 MM
4.08 - 4.23 mm
4.24 - 4.43 mm
4.44 - 4.58 mm
4.59 - 4.78 mm
4.79 - 4.94 mm
4.95 - 5.09 mm
5.10 - 5.29 mm
3.57
3.75
3.93
4.1
4.28
4.46
4.61
4.79
Figure 115
92. Install the thrust bearing flush to the clutch assembly bore as shown in Figure 116.
 Install thrust bearing in area shown in green so that it is centered by the four tabs.
CAUTION: The thrust bearing has two sides. See image below for appropriate
orientation.
Four Alignment
tabs.
(One not shown).
Silver surface
faces UP
Black surface
faces DOWN
Thrust bearing
This gap should
face down
Correct installation
Incorrect installation
Figure 116
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Clean the Converter Housing Passages
IMPORTANT: Remove as much of the CVT and cleaning fluids as possible, and clean the
related parts in the following steps.
93. Remove the baffle plate and lubrication
tube as follows:
Baffle plate
and bolts
a. Remove the three bolts, and then
remove the baffle plate from the
converter housing (Figure 117).
Figure 117
Lubrication
tube, bracket,
and bolt
b. Remove the bolt and then remove
the lubrication tube and its bracket
(Figure 118).
Figure 118
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94. Clean the oil passages of the converter housing, lubrication tube and dummy cover with
brake spray (or equivalent) where shown in Figure 119 and Figure 120 below.
NOTE: Do not stand in front of the passages shown while using compressed air.
Air pressure
comes out these
passages
Apply cleaner,
and then 75 PSI
air pressure to
these passages
Apply cleaner, and
then 75 PSI air
pressure to this
passage
Figure 119
Air pressure
comes out here
Apply 75 PSI
maximum air pressure
in these passages
Figure 120
95. Install the lubrication tube, bracket and bolt, and then the baffle plate with three bolts
(Figure 121).
 Bolt torque: 5.9 N•m (0.6kg-m, 52 in-lb.)
Baffle plate
and bolts
Lubrication
tube and
bracket
Figure 121
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CVT Reassembly
96. Install a new torque converter seal with
Seal Installer J-50818 (Figure 122).

Place the torque converter housing
flat during installation.

Apply a light coat of CVT fluid to the
seal lip surfaces.

The torque converter housing seal
will be 0.5 mm (0.020 inches) below
the bore’s surface when the seal
installer bottoms out.
J-50818
Figure 122
97. Is this vehicle an all-wheel drive (AWD)?
J-52282
YES: Proceed to step 98.
NO: Install the torque converter housing
side axle seal (Figure 123).

Use Seal Installer J-52282 and Driver
Handle J-8092.

Apply a light coat of CVT fluid to the
seal lip surfaces.

J-8092
Converter
housing
Proceed to step 98.
Figure 123
98. Apply petroleum jelly or equivalent to the
dummy cover’s lathe cut seals (Figure
124) before installing the dummy cover
to the CVT case.
IMPORTANT:
 Confirm that the lathe cut seals
(white seals) are in their appropriate
slots. Carefully reposition seals as
necessary.

This area must
remain clear
Lathe cut seals must be in their
correct positions during final
assembly to prevent drivability
issues.
Figure 124
Dummy cover lathe cut
seals (white seals)
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Input shaft lathe cut seals
(white seals) correctly
located in slots
99. Confirm that the input shaft’s lathe cut
seals are in the correct positions
(Figure 125).
Input shaft
IMPORTANT:
 Lathe cut seals (white seals) must be This area must
in their appropriate slots. Carefully
remain clear
reposition seals as necessary.

Lathe cut seals must be in their
correct positions during final
assembly to prevent drivability
issues.
Figure 125
100. Install the dummy cover first, then
baffle plate C, and then the related
bolts finger tight (Figure 126).
IMPORTANT: Visually check that the
dummy cover is fully seated on the
CVT case. If it is not, refer to Trouble
Shooting pages 90 – 91.



Do not force the dummy cover into
place.
Make sure the dummy cover is fully
seated before installing the bolts.
Do not torque these bolts at this
time.
Dummy
cover, baffle
plate C, and
bolts
Figure 126
101. Install baffle plate B and “L” bracket
with the related bolts finger tight
(Figure 127).
Baffle plate B
and bolts
102. Torque the bolts from steps 100 and
101 in the following order:
2
a. Baffle plate B bolts: 5.9 N•m (0.6
kg- m, 52.2 in-lb.)
1
b. “L” bracket bolts: 25.5 N-m (2.6 kgm, 19 ft- lb). Torque 11 and then
22 .
c. Dummy cover and baffle plate C
bolts torque: 19.0 N•m (1.9 kg-m,
14 ft-lb.)
“L” bracket
and bolts
Figure 127
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Thrust washer
103. Install the thrust washer onto the
dummy cover (Figure 128).

Use petroleum jelly or equivalent to
hold the thrust washer in place.

Make sure the tabs fit into the
holes.
Tabs
Figure 128
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104. Install the drive sprocket, driven
sprocket, and chain as an assembly
(Figure 129).

Drive sprocket
Chain
Driven sprocket
Make sure the raised edge (wider
edge) on the drive sprocket is facing
up (Figure 130).
Figure 129
Raised
edge
Figure 130
a. Expand the snap ring with a suitable
Driven
sprocket
Snap ring
ends
tool, and then push down on the
driven sprocket until it bottoms out
(Figure 131).
b. Release the snap ring and then pull
up on the driven sprocket until the
snap ring locks into its groove.
NOTE: A click sound is heard when
the snap ring locks in place.
Figure 131
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Baffle plate
A nuts
105. Install baffle plate A with two nuts
(Figure 132).

Nut torque: 5.9 N•m (0.6 kg-m, 52.2
in-lb.)
Figure 132
106. Install a new O-ring on the input shaft
(Figure 133).

O-ring
Apply CVT fluid to the O-ring and Oring groove before installing.
Figure 133
107. Install the differential assembly and the reduction gear assembly into the CVT case
(Figure 134).

Thoroughly clean each assembly before installing.

Oil the bearings and gear teeth with CVT fluid before installing.
Reduction gear
assembly
Differential
assembly
Figure 134
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108. Install the CVT fluid filter and components (Figure 135).

Install a new filter with grommet (one part).

Install a new O-ring.

Confirm that all components and areas where components fit are thoroughly clean.

Apply CVT fluid to the grommet seal and O-ring before installing.

Install the filter cover.
 Bolt torque 4.2 N•m (0.43 kg-m, 37.2 in-lb.)
Fluid filter
CVT fluid filter cover
O-ring seal
Figure 135
109. Confirm the pin (Figure 136) is located
in the CVT case prior to installation of
the converter housing.
Pin
NOTE: Apply petroleum jelly or
equivalent to keep it in place if
necessary.
Figure 136
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110. Apply one continuous 2.0 mm (0.8 inches) diameter bead (Figure 137) of pink colored
Loctite 5460 Sealant (see the Parts Information section of this bulletin).

Before sealant application, make sure the mating surfaces are clean from oil, dirt,
old sealant, etc. (Figure 137).
IMPORTANT: Have the converter housing ready for installation prior to applying
the sealant.
NOTE:
o Start applying sealant where shown, making sure that the starting point and the
ending point are about the middle between the bolt holes.
o Overlap both ends of the bead by 3-5 mm (0.12-0.20 inches).
o Make sure to apply sealant around the center bolt hole.
Also apply sealant
around this bolt hole
Figure 137
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111. Install the converter housing onto the CVT case (see Figure 138 for torque sequence):

Install new bolts (23).
a. Torque the first six (6) bolts with symbol
below).
in numbered sequence (see
b. Torque the remaining bolts with symbol
below).
in numbered sequence (see
 Use a short socket on the bolts indicated by this symbol:
 All bolts are 30 mm (1.2 inches) in length.
 Bolts torque: 45.0 N•m (4.6 kg-m, 33.2 ft-lb.)
IMPORTANT: Make sure to torque the bolts in the sequence shown
(Figure 138).
Figure 138
112. Clean off the excess sealant.
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Control Valve (Valve Body) Strainer and Pan Installation
IMPORTANT:

For those vehicles that have an external CVT cooler, a cooler flush is required after a
valve body or CVT assembly replacement.
 For the procedure to flush the CVT cooler, refer to the ESM, section:
TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION > CVT:
RE0F10D > BASIC INSPECTION > CVT FLUID COOLER SYSTEM > CVT Fluid
Cooler Flush.

Installation steps in this bulletin may contain different style parts than what were
originally installed in the CVT. Pay careful attention, REASSEMBLY MAY NOT BE
IDENTICAL TO DISASSEMBLY.

Confirm that the QR label, control valve and CD part numbers all match before
installing the control valve (refer to NTB12-103).

For additional information, see video # 547: “CVT Belt and Pulley Replacement” and
fast forward to minute marker 20:09. This video is located under the TECH TRAINING
GARAGE VIDEOS tab in Virtual Academy.
CAUTION: Handle the valve body carefully.
NOTE: If an oil strainer bracket was
removed, discard it. An oil strainer
bracket (Figure 139) will not be used
with the new oil strainer.
Oil strainer
bracket
Figure 139
113. Install a new lip seal (Figure 140).

Do NOT reuse the old lip seal.

Apply a small amount of petroleum
jelly or equivalent to the lip seal to
keep it in place on the CVT.
Lip seal
Figure 140
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25 mm bolts
114. Install the Control Valve with eleven
(11) mounting bolts (Figure 141).
IMPORTANT: Leave four (4)
holes blank at this step.
bolt
CAUTION: Make sure the wiring
harness does not get pinched (see
Figure 142 and Figure 143 for correct
routing).

54 mm (2.125 inches) long bolt
7 pieces

44 mm (1.73 inch) long bolt
2 pieces

25 mm (1 inch) long bolt
2 pieces
44 mm bolts
;
Figure 141
;
;
CAUTION: The two 25 mm bolts are installed WITHOUT the strainer bracket.
 Bolt torque: 7.9 N•m (0.81 kg-m, 70 in-lb.)
Correctly routed
Incorrectly routed
Figure 142
Figure 143
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115. Replace the metal bracket of the fluid temperature sensor as follows:
NOTE: The new bracket will be oriented the same way the old bracket was.
a. Cut the old plastic zip tie with an appropriate tool to remove the fluid temperature
sensor’s metal bracket from the terminal harness assembly (Figure 144 and
Figure 145).
CAUTION: Cut the plastic zip tie over the metal bracket to avoid damage to the
fluid temperature sensor.
b. Discard the removed metal bracket and plastic zip tie.
c. Use the new plastic zip tie from the Parts Information to attach the fluid
temperature sensor of the terminal connector harness to the fluid temperature
sensor’s new metal bracket.
IMPORTANT:

Locate the plastic zip tie at the center notch of three notches on the fluid
temperature sensor (Figure 144).

Tighten the plastic zip tie so that it is oriented as shown in Figure 145.
d. Cut off the plastic zip tie excess.
Fluid temperature
sensor
Fluid temperature
sensor
Plastic zip tie
located at corner
Figure 144
Fluid temperature
sensor’s metal
bracket
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Figure 145
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116. Connect the electrical harness
connector (Figure 146).
Harness
connector
Figure 146
117. Install the CVT fluid temperature
sensor bracket to the valve body with
one (1) bolt (Figure 147).
NOTE: Leave one (1) bolt hole blank
as it will be used to secure the oil
strainer at a later step.

54 mm (2.125 inches) long bolt.
1 bolt
 Bolt torque: 7.9 N•m (0.81 kg-m,
70 in-lb.)
Figure 147
118. Install the new oil strainer with its new
O-ring seal with two (2) bolts
(Figure 148).
NOTE: Replacement strainer maybe a
different shape than the original.

54 mm (2.125 inches) long bolt
2 pieces.
;
54 mm
bolts
 Bolt torque: 7.9 N•m (0.81 kg-m,
70 in-lb.)
Figure 148
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119. Install the manual plate, lock washer,
and nut (Figure 149).
NOTE: Make sure the manual plate fits
into the slot of the manual valve before
applying torque to the nut.

Manual plate
Slot and manual
plate end
Lock washer
Reuse the existing manual plate,
lock washer, and nut.
Nut
 Nut torque: 22.1 N•m (2.3 kgm, 16 ft-lb.)
Manual valve
120. Clean the original oil pan and magnets
with a suitable cleaner. Visible debris
should not be present at re-assembly.
Figure 149
121. Reassemble the original magnets to
the pan.
NOTE: Return the magnets to their
original locations.
122. Install a new oil pan gasket to the pan.
123. Install the oil pan bolts (see
Figure 150).

Reuse the existing oil pan bolts.
 Oil pan bolts torque: 7.9 N•m
(0.81 kg-m, 70 in-lb.)
Figure 150
124. Install a new drain washer to the drain plug on the oil pan.
125. Fill the CVT assembly with NS-3 CVT fluid or equivalent.

For the procedure to fill CVT with NS-3 CVT fluid or equivalent, refer to the ESM,
section TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION >
CVT: RE0F10D >PERIODIC MAINTENANCE > CVT FLUID.
IMPORTANT: For those vehicles that have an external CVT cooler, a cooler flush
is required after a valve body or CVT assembly replacement.

For the procedure to flush the CVT cooler, refer to the ESM, section
TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION > CVT:
RE0F10D > BASIC INSPECTION > CVT FLUID COOLER SYSTEM > CVT
Fluid Cooler Flush.
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126. Install the primary speed sensor to the CVT assembly.
IMPORTANT: Install a new O-ring to the speed sensor before installation. DO NOT
reuse the old O-ring.
 Bolt torque: 5.9 N•m (0.6 kg-m, 52 in-lb.)
127. Install the torque converter to the CVT assembly.
 Verify the torque converter is installed at the proper depth (see Figure 151).

A = 14.4 mm
Converter housing
Measure here
Converter front
A
Straight edge
laid on mating
surface of
converter housing
Figure 151
128. Attach the QR label (Figure 153) with the new calibration data onto the transmission
range switch (inhibitor switch Figure 152).

A QR Label and CD-R are included with the new valve body.

Confirm that the QR label and the CD-R part numbers are the same (Figure 153).
CD-R
Inhibitor
switch
QR Label
QR Label
Figure 152
Figure 153
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Install the CVT Assembly
129. Install the CVT assembly into the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to the ESM, section Transaxle & Transmission, for CVT
installation.
And then,

FWD vehicles skip to step 130
below.

Vehicles with all-wheel drive, install
the transfer case as follows:
External O-ring
to the transfer
case
Transfer
case
a. Replace only the external O-ring
to the transfer case and then
install the transfer case to the
CVT.
o Apply CVT fluid to the O-ring.
NOTE:
 Refer to the ESM, section
Driveline, for the
transfer assembly installation.
Figure 154
 Use extreme caution when installing the axle to the transfer case
assembly to avoid seal damage or deformation.
 Properly support and guide the axle.
b. Proceed to step 130.
130. Flush the CVT cooler.
IMPORTANT: For those vehicles that have an external CVT cooler, a cooler flush is
required after a valve body or CVT assembly replacement. Refer to bulletin
NTB15-013 to perform CVT Cooler flush.
131. Connect both battery cables, negative cable last.
132. Reset/reinitialize systems as needed.

Refer to the ESM, section Power Supply & Ground Elements, for a listing of
systems that require reset/initialization after reconnecting the 12V battery.

Look for ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING BATTERY NEGATIVE
TERMINAL.

This list often includes items such as radio, power windows, clock, sunroof, etc.
133. Refer to step 139 on page 79 and confirm if a TCM reprogram is available for the
vehicle you are working on.
Is a reprogram available?

YES: Perform TCM reprogramming starting on page 78.

NO: Proceed to step 149 on page 85.
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TCM Reprogramming
G.
IMPORTANT: Before starting, make sure:

ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been synchronized (updated) to the current date.

All CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus) software updates (if any) have been installed.
NOTE:

Most instructions for reprogramming with C-III plus are displayed on the CONSULT
PC screen.

If you are not familiar with the reprogramming procedure, click here. This will link
you to the "CONSULT- III plus (C-III plus) Reprogramming" general procedure.
CAUTION:

Connect a battery maintainer or smart charger set to reflash mode or a similar
setting. If the vehicle battery voltage drops below 12.0V or rises above 15.5V
during reprogramming, the TCM may be damaged.

Be sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads.
If a vehicle electrical load remains ON, the TCM may be damaged.

Be sure to connect the AC Adapter.
If the CONSULT PC battery voltage drops during reprogramming, the process
will be interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.

Turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.)
within range of the CONSULT PC and the VI. If Bluetooth® signal waves are
within range of the CONSULT PC during reprogramming, reprogramming may
be interrupted and the TCM may be damaged.
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134. Connect the CONSULT PC to the vehicle to begin the reprogramming procedure.
135. Start C-III plus.
136. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.

The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.
137. Select Re/programming, Configuration.
Plus VI is
recognized
Figure 155
138. Follow the on-screen instructions and navigate the C-III plus to the screen shown in
Figure 156 on the next page.
139. When you get to the screen shown in Figure 156, confirm reprogramming applies as
follows.
A. Find the TCM Part Number and write it on the repair order.
NOTE: This is the current TCM Part Number (P/N).
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TRANSMISSION
Current TCM P/N
31036 -
Figure 156
H.
B. Compare the P/N you wrote down to the numbers in the Current TCM Part Number
column in Table B below.
 If there is a match, continue with the reprogramming procedure; step 140.
 If there is not a match, reprogramming is not needed; continue to step 149,
Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL VALVE.
Table B
MODEL
MODEL
YEAR
2013
Altima
(4-cyl
engine only)
2014-2015
2016
2017
2014
CURRENT TCM PART NUMBER BEFORE
REPROGRAMMING: 31036 3NV0A, 3NV1A
3TA0A, 3TA4A, 3TA4B, 3TA4C, 3TA9C
3TY0A, 3TY0B, 3TY0C, 3TY0D, 3TY0E
3TY1A, 3TY1B, 3TY1C, 3TY1D, 3TY1E
9HM0A, 9HM0C, 9HM0D, 9HM0E
9HM3A, 9HM3B, 9HM3C, 9HM3D
3TE0C, 3TE0D, 3TE2C, 3TE2D
3TH0A, 3TH0B, 3TH0C, 3TH2A, 3TH2B, 3TH2C
3TE0D, 3TE2D, 9HS4A, 9HS6A, 9HS7A, 9HS8A
4BA0A, 4BA0B, 4BA5A, 4BA5B, 4BA8A
4BA9A, 4BA9B, 4BA9C, 4BA9D, 4BA9E
2015
5HA0A, 5HA0B, 5HA0C, 5HA5A, 5HA9A, 5HA9B
9TA0A, 9TA0B, 9TA0C, 9TA0D
9TA5A, 9TA9A, 9TA9B
2016
5HJ0A, 5HJ0B, 5HJ0C, 5HJ0D, 5HJ8A, 5HJ9A, 5HJ9B
6FJ0A, 6FJ0B, 6FJ0C, 6FJ0D
6FJ8A, 6FJ9A, 6FJ9B, 6FK0A, 6FK9A
2017
5HK0A, 5HK0B, 5HK1A, 5HK1B, 5HK8A, 5HK9A
6FL0A, 6FL0B, 6FL1A, 6FL1B, 6FL8A, 6FL9A
Rogue
140. Follow the on-screen instructions to navigate C-III plus and reprogram the TCM.
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NOTE:

In some cases, more than one new P/N for reprogramming is available.
 If more than one new P/N is available, the screen in Figure 157 displays.
 Select and use the reprogramming option that does not have the message
“Caution! Use ONLY with NTBXX-XXX”.

If you get this screen and it is blank (no reprogramming listed), it means there is
no reprogramming available for this vehicle. Close C-III plus and refer back to
ASIST for further diagnosis.
TRANSMISSION
Figure 157

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 158
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141. When the screen in Figure 159 displays, reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 159 does not display (indicating that reprogramming did
not complete), refer to the information on the next page.
142. Disconnect the battery maintainer/smart charger from the vehicle.
143. Select Next.
Figure 159
NOTE:

In the next step (page 84) you will perform Erase All DTCs.

DTC erase is required before C-III plus will provide the final reprogramming
confirmation report.
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TCM Recovery:
Do not disconnect plus VI or shut down C-III plus if reprogramming does not
complete.
If reprogramming does not complete and the “!?” icon displays as shown in
Figure 160:

Check battery voltage
(12.0–15.5 V).

Ignition is ON, engine OFF.

External Bluetooth® devices
are OFF.

All electrical loads are OFF.

Select retry and follow the
on screen instructions.

“Retry” may not go through on
first attempt and can be
selected more than once.
Figure 160
If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” icon displays as shown in
Figure 161:

Check battery voltage
(12.0 – 15.5 V).

CONSULT A/C adapter is
plugged in.

Ignition is ON, engine OFF.

Transmission is in Park.

All C-III plus / VI cables are
securely connected.

All C-III plus updates are
installed.
Figure 161

Select Home, and restart
the reprogram procedure
from the beginning.
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144. Follow the on-screen instructions to Erase All DTCs.
145. When the entire reprogramming process is complete, the screen in Figure 162 will
display.
146. Verify the before and after part numbers are different.
147. Print a copy of this screen (Figure 162) and attach it to the repair order for warranty
documentation.
148. Select Confirm.
31036 - _ _ _ _ _
31036 - _ _ _ _ _
TRANSMISSION
Figure 162
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149. Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL VALVE.

Refer to Transaxle & Transmission / RE0F10E / BASIC INSPECTION, and
perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL VALVE.
NOTE: Use the procedure starting on page 86 for FWD CLUTCH POINT
LEARNING.

Use the check-off table below and check off each Additional Service Procedure as
they are performed.
IMPORTANT: Check off these additional services as they are completed and attach
this to the repair order when finished.
CHECK OFF
ADDITIONAL SERVICE PROCEDURE
PRINT CURRENT CALIBRATION DATA
CHECK THE SERIAL NUMBER
WRITE THE DATA (WRITE IP CHARA)
PRINT NEW CALIBRATION DATA
FWD CLUTCH POINT LEARNING
(If needed, TCM reprogramming must be done first.
Use procedure starting on page 86.)
PERFORM SELECT LEARNING
(DRIVE/REVERSE LEARNING on page 89)
ERASE CVT FLUID DEGRADATION LEVEL DATA
150. Return C-III plus to the Home screen.
151. Turn OFF C-III plus and the vehicle ignition.
152. Disconnect C-III plus from the vehicle.
153. Test drive the vehicle:

Make sure the MIL is OFF.

This bulletin does not cover any DTC repairs other than those listed on page 2 in
the Flow Chart.

If the MIL comes ON, go to ASIST for further diagnostic information.

Verify the CVT operates normally and no abnormal noises are heard during a test
drive.
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FWD CLUTCH POINT LEARNING (using CONSULT-III plus)
NOTE: If a TCM update is available (see page 79), the TCM MUST be reprogrammed
before performing FWD CLUTCH POINT LEARNING.
154. Apply the vehicle’s parking brake.
155. Start the engine and warm up to
operating temperature (50-100o C
[122-212o F]).
156. Connect the CONSULT PC to the
vehicle.
157. Start C-III plus.
158. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.

The serial number will display
when the plus VI is recognized.
Figure 163
159. Select Diagnosis (One System).
160. Select Work Support under
TRANSMISSION.
Figure 164
IMPORTANT: The following FWD CLUTCH
POINT LEARNING will be performed twice;
once in drive (D) and once in reverse (R).
161. Select FWD CLUTCH POINT
LEARNING and then Start.
Figure 165
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162. With the engine still running and at
idle, depress the brake pedal and shift
the CVT into neutral (N).

Confirm that all of the required
conditions indicated in Figure 166
are being met.
Required
conditions
163. Select Start.
Figure 166
164. While maintaining all conditions shown
in Figure 166 and the “Current status”
indicates “EXECUTING”, shift the CVT
into D and then wait until the Current
status indicates “COMPLETED”.
NOTE: This may take up to three (3)
minutes to complete.
Figure 167
165. When the screen in Figure 168 is
displayed, shift the CVT into P, and
then select End.
Figure 168
166. Turn the engine OFF and then back
ON.
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167. Select FWD CLUTCH POINT
LEARNING and then Start.
Figure 169
168. With the engine still running and at
idle, depress the brake pedal and shift
the CVT into neutral (N).

Confirm that all of the conditions
indicated in Figure 170 are being
met.
Required
conditions
169. Select Start.
Figure 170
170. While maintaining all conditions shown
in Figure 170 and the Current status
indicates EXECUTING, shift the CVT
into R and then wait until the Current
status indicates COMPLETED.
NOTE: This may take up to 3 minutes
to complete.
Figure 171
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171. When the screen in Figure 172 is
displayed select End, shift the CVT
into P, and then turn the engine OFF.
Figure 172
SELECT LEARNING (DRIVE/REVERSE LEARNING)
Perform Select Learning (Drive / Reverse Learning) as follows:
172. Set the parking brake.
173. Start the engine, and then wait five (5) seconds.
174. Move the shift selector to the N position and hold for more than two (2) seconds, and
then move it to the D position and wait for transmission engagement.
175. Repeat step 174 ten times.
176. Move the shift selector to the N position and hold for more than 2 seconds, and then
move it to the R position and wait for the transmission engagement.
177. Repeat step 176 ten times.
178. Move the shift selector to the P position, and then turn the ignition OFF.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The Dummy Cover Will Not Sit Flush
If the dummy cover does not sit flush, the
clutch pack may not be fully seated.

Figure 173 shows the clutch pack
fully seated.

The clutch pack is not fully seated if it
is not below the surface that the
dummy cover bolts to.

Use the instructions below to fully
seat clutch pack.
Clutch pack
seated correctly
Surface dummy
cover seats on
NOTE: Always handle the clutch pack by
the input shaft.
Figure 173
Dummy cover
179. Remove the dummy cover.
Figure 174
Clutch pack
180. Pull up the clutch pack by the input
shaft to remove the entire clutch pack.

Make sure the O-ring is not
installed at this time, or it could be
damaged during reassembly.
Input shaft
Figure 175
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Clutch pack
Clutch pack layers
181. Using an appropriate tool, Gently align
the layers of the clutch pack.

Bottom of the clutch pack shown in
Figure 176.
Appropriate
tool
Align layers
Figure 176
182. Re-insert the entire clutch pack while
holding the input shaft.
183. Gently jiggle the input shaft until the
clutch pack seats below case lip.
Input shaft
184. If the clutch pack does not seat, rotate
back and forth from the input shaft and
jiggle.
185. If the clutch pack still does not seat,
repeat from step 180.
Clutch pack
Figure 177
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PARTS INFORMATION
SUB-ASSEMBLY REPAIR
NOTE: Refer to the following pages for single use parts that are not included in the
kits below.
DESCRIPTION
PART #
See Table C,
below
QUANTITY
VALVE ASSY KIT - CONTROL (Valve body)
Valve Assy Kit - Control includes:
VALVE ASSEMBLY - CONTROL (1)
STRAINER ASSY - OIL, AUTO TRANS
BRACKET (Temperature sensor bracket)
BAND (Zip tie for bracket)
GSKT-OIL PAN
SEAL - LIP (Between CVT and control valve)
Seal, O-Ring (Fluid filler plug gasket)
3170E-28X0B
1
Loctite 5460 Sealant (2) (3)
999MP-LT5460P
(4)
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid (2) (5)
999MP-CV0NS3
As needed
Transmission Cooler Cleaner (2)
999MP-AM006P
As needed
BELT - PULLEY KIT
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
(1) Includes QR label, CD-R, and control valve assembly.
(2) This item 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.
(3) Bill out Loctite 5460 Sealant under expense code 008. Do not include the Loctite 5460
Sealant part number on the claim.
(4) One container of Loctite 5460 Sealant is good for approximately 5 repairs. This sealant
is not included in any kit.
(5) 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.
Table C
DESCRIPTION
BELT-PULLEY KIT
MODEL
Altima
PART NUMBER
31214-28X9E
2014-2016 Rogue
31214-28X9B
2017 Rogue AWD
31214-28X9B
2017 Rogue FWD
31214-28X9C
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****Single use parts that are not included in the kits on page 92****
2013-2017 Altima
DESCRIPTION
PART # PREFIX QUANTITY
PIN - COTTER, SPLI (Outer socket cotter pin)
08921
2
NUT (Stabilizer connecting rod nut to strut)
01225
2
PIN - COTTER (Axle cotter pin)
40073
2
NUT - LOCK, FRONT WHEEL BEARING
(Wheel hub lock nut)
40262
2
NUT (Lower strut nuts)
54588
4
GASKET - EXHAUST
(Ring gasket [front to manifold])
20691
1
NUT (Front to manifold)
01223
3
GASKET - EXHAUST (Front to rear exhaust)
20692
1
NUT (Steering gear mounting nuts)
54588
2
CLAMP (CVT Water hose clamps)
16439
2
CLAMP (CVT fluid cooler hose clamps)
21639
2
SEAL - O RING (Fill-tube O-ring)
31084
1
GASKET (CVT drain plug gasket)
11026
1
SEAL - O RING (O-ring: CVT fluid overflow plug)
31526-3VX0B
1
2015-2017 Altima ONLY:
COCK - WATER DRAIN
(Radiator drain plug O-ring [full petcock only available])
21440
1
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****Single use parts that are not included in the kits on page 92****
2014-2017 Rogue - FWD
DESCRIPTION
PART # PREFIX QUANTITY
PIN - COTTER (Axle cotter pin)
40073
2
NUT - LOCK, FRONT WHEEL BEARING
(Wheel hub lock nut)
40262
2
NUT - KNUCKLE SPINDLE
(Lower knuckle nut to control arm)
40262
2
01225
2
54588
2
PACKING - DRAIN COCK (Radiator drain plug O-ring)
21481
1
GASKET - EXHAUST
(Ring gasket, front to manifold)
20691
1
NUT (Front to manifold)
01223
3
GASKET - EXHAUST (Front to center exhaust)
20692
1
CLAMP (CVT fluid cooler hose clamps)
21639
2
CLAMP (CVT water hose clamps)
16439
2
CLIP (Water hose clip)
24225
1
SEAL - O RING (Fill-tube O-ring)
31084
1
WASHER - DRAIN PLUG (CVT drain plug gasket)
11026
1
SEAL - O RING (O-ring: CVT fluid overflow plug)
31526-3VX0B
1
01223
2
NUT (Stabilizer connecting rod nut to strut)
Applicable to the following vehicles:
 VIN begins with “KNM”
 VIN begins with “5N1”
AND
Was built between 10/2013 - 12/2013,
OR after 10/2014
NUT (Stabilizer connecting rod nut to strut)
Applicable to the following vehicles:
 VIN begins with “JN8”
 VIN begins with “5N1”
AND
Was built between 12/2013 - 10/2014
2016-2017 Rogue FWD ONLY:
NUT (Outer socket nuts)
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****Single use parts that are not included in the kits on page 92****
2014-2017 Rogue - AWD
DESCRIPTION
PART # PREFIX QUANTITY
PIN - COTTER (Axle cotter pin)
40073
2
NUT - LOCK, FRONT WHEEL BEARING
(Wheel hub lock nut)
40262
2
NUT - KNUCKLE SPINDLE
(Lower knuckle nut to control arm)
40262
2
01225
2
54588
2
PACKING - DRAIN COCK
(Radiator drain plug O-ring)
21481
1
GASKET - EXHAUST
(Ring gasket, front to manifold)
20691
1
NUT (Front to manifold)
01223
3
GASKET - EXHAUST (Front to center exhaust)
20692
1
BOLT - FIX, PROPELLER SHAFT
(Propeller shaft bolts to transfer assy)
37120
4
SEAL - O RING (Transfer case to CVT O-ring)
33118
1
CLAMP (CVT fluid cooler hose clamps)
21639
2
CLAMP (CVT water hose clamps)
16439
2
CLIP (Water hose clip)
24225
1
NUT (Stabilizer connecting rod nut to strut)
Applicable to the following vehicles:
 VIN begins with “KNM”
 VIN begins with “5N1”
AND
Was built between 10/2013 - 12/2013,
OR after 10/2014
NUT (Stabilizer connecting rod nut to strut)
Applicable to the following vehicles:
 VIN begins with “JN8”
 VIN begins with “5N1”
AND
Was built between 12/2013 - 10/2014
Continued on the next page
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****Single use parts that are not included in the kits on page 92****
2014-2017 Rogue - AWD - Continued
DESCRIPTION
PART # PREFIX QUANTITY
SEAL - O RING (Fill-tube O-ring)
31084
1
WASHER - DRAIN PLUG (CVT drain plug gasket)
11026
1
SEAL - O RING (O-ring: CVT fluid overflow plug)
31526-3VX0B
1
SEAL - O RING
(Transfer case filler plug and drain plug gaskets)
11026
2
01223
2
2016-2017 Rogue AWD ONLY:
NUT (Outer socket nuts)
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DESCRIPTION
PART #
QUANTITY
VALVE ASSY KIT - CONTROL (Valve body)
3170E-28X0B
1
Valve Assy Kit - Control includes:
VALVE ASSEMBLY - CONTROL (1)
STRAINER ASSY - OIL, AUTO TRANS
BRACKET (Temperature sensor bracket)
BAND (Zip tie for bracket)
GSKT - OIL PAN
SEAL - LIP (Between CVT and control valve)
Seal, O-Ring (Fluid filler plug gasket)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid (2) (3)
999MP-CV0NS3
As needed
Transmission Cooler Cleaner (2)
999MP-AM006P
As needed
(1) Includes QR label, CD-R, and control valve assembly.
(2) This item 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.
(3) 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.
****Single use parts that are not included in the above kit****
DESCRIPTION
PART # PREFIX
QUANTITY
CLAMP (CVT fluid cooler hose clamps)
21639
2
GASKET (CVT drain plug gasket)
11026
1
SEAL - O RING (O-ring: CVT fluid overflow plug)
31526-3VX0B
1
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CLAIMS INFORMATION
I.
IF Belt Inspection is not Performed and Sub-Assembly is replaced
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
MODEL
OPERATION
PFP OP CODE SYM DIAG FRT
JD01AA
All
CVT R&R
(2)
JD023A
Altima
3.7
(1)
ZE
32
Replace CVT Sub-assembly
JX50AA
(includes control valve R&I)
Rogue
3.8
All
Reprogram TCM (when applicable)
JE99AA
(2)
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable BELT-PULLEY KIT Part
Number 31214-***** 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.
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE
008
DESCRIPTION
5460 Sealant
MAX AMOUNT
$12.46
Claims Information continued on the next page.
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OR
If Belt Inspection is Performed and Sub-Assembly is replaced (belt inspection shows
signs of belt slip, NG)
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
MODEL
OPERATION
All
CVT R&R
PFP OP CODE SYM DIAG
JD01AA
JD023A
FRT
(2)
Altima
Inspect CVT Chain, Chain = NG
JX36AA
1.1
(Includes control valve R&I)
Rogue
(1)
ZE
32
Altima
2.9
Replace CVT Sub-assembly
JX45AA
Rogue
3.0
All
Reprogram TCM (when applicable)
JE99AA
(2)
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable BELT-PULLEY KIT Part
Number 31214-***** 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.
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE
008
DESCRIPTION
5460 Sealant
MAX AMOUNT
$12.46
OR
If Only Control Valve is replaced:
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
OPERATION
PFP OP CODE SYM DIAG FRT
Inspect CVT Chain, Chain = OK
JX37AA
0.3
Replace Valve Body
(1)
JD48AA
ZE
32
(2)
Reprogram TCM (When Applicable)
JE99AA
(2)
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the VALVE ASSY KIT-CONTROL part
number (3170E-*****) 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.
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Check-off parts as they are used in the Service Procedure and attach to work order
A.
PARTS KITS REFERENCE TABLE (Parts are listed in order of installation)
CHECK
DESCRIPTION
PART #
OFF
PUMP ASSY-OIL 31340-28X0A
PUMP ASSY-OIL
SEAL-O RING
31526-28X0C
Kit 31340-28X8A includes:
RING-SNAP
31506-1XF12
SEAL-O RING
31526-28X0A
(O-ring between CVT case and side cover)
Altima
31209-28X9A
2014-2016 Rogue
PULLEY ASSY - CVT
and 2017 Rogue
31209-28X9B
(Belt and pulley “sub-assembly”)
AWD
2017 Rogue FWD 31214-28X9C
Loctite 5460 Sealant
999MP-LT5460P
31377-1XD00
BOLT
(or 31377-1XZ0B)
SEAL-O RING
31526-28X0C
Rogue only
(For pulley retainer bolts)
SEAL-OIL,DIFF
38342-3VX0A
(Differential side oil seal; CVT case side)
BRG ASSY-THRUST NEEDLE (Thrust bearing)
See page 101
SEAL ASSY-OIL
31375-1XF00
(Torque converter oil seal; converter housing)
SEAL-OIL,DIFF (Differential side oil seal;
38342-3VX0B
converter housing side, front wheel drive only)
SEAL-O RING (For input shaft)
31526-80X01
Loctite 5460 Sealant
999MP-LT5460P
BOLT
31377-1XD00
FLTR ASSY-OIL,AUTO TRANS (CVT fluid filter)
31726-28X0A
SEAL-O RING (For filter cover)
31526-3VX0A
SEAL-LIP (Between CVT and control valve)
31528-1XZ0A
BRACKET (Temperature sensor bracket)
31069-3VX0D
VALVE ASSY-CONT (Valve body)
3170E-28X0B
BAND (Zip tie for bracket)
24224-3VX0A
STRAINER ASSY-OIL, AUTO TRANS
31728-28X0A
GSKT-OIL PAN
31397-1XF0D
WASHER-DRAIN (For drain plug)
11026-JA00A
Seal O-Ring (Speed Sensor)
31526-1XG0C
Transmission Cooler Cleaner
999MP-AM006P
CLAMP (Hose Spring Clamp)
16439-7S01E
SEAL-O RING (CVT filler plug at converter housing) 31526-3VX0B
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid
999MP-CV0NS3
SEAL-O RING (Transfer case to CVT, AWD only)
33118-4BA0A
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QUANTITY
1
1 (of 7)
1
1
1
As needed
19 (of 42)
6 (of 7)
1
1
1
1
1
As needed
23 (of 42)
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
As needed
2
1
As needed
1
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THRUST BEARINGS
B.
DESCRIPTION
PART #: 31407-
BEARING THICKNESS
QTY
THRUST BEARING
1XZ0B
1XZ0C
1XZ0D
1XZ0E
1XZ1A
1XZ1B
1XZ1C
1XZ1D
3.57
3.75
3.93
4.1
4.28
4.46
4.61
4.79
1 of each is
included in the
Pulley Kit. Select
1 for installation.
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J.
PART KITS VISUAL REFERENECE
 The following Figures show the smaller components of KIT-PULLEY.

KIT- CONTROL VALVE is not shown.
31375 - 1XF00
Figure 178 shows
the assorted seals,
O-rings, etc. in
“KIT-PULLEY”
Figure 178
PUMP ASSY-OIL parts
BRG ASSY-THRUST NEEDLE parts
Figure 179
Figure 180
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REMINDER! Attach the following to the repair order:






Total EndPlay (A) calculation (page 59)
C-III plus screen showing the TCM part number before and after the reprogramming
(Step 147 on page 84)
Additional Service Procedure Check Off Sheet (Page 85)
C-III plus screen showing the current calibration data (Step 149 on page 85)
C-III plus screen showing the new calibration data (Step 149 on page 85)
Parts Kit Reference Table (Page 100)
AMENDMENT HISTORY
DATE
REFERENCE
DESCRIPTION
September 14, 2016 NTB16-110
Original bulletin published
Minor changes made on pages 1, 4, 16, 19, 29, 32,
February 9, 2017
NTB16-110a
35, 40, 46, 47, 53, 56, 65, 69 and 83
PARTS INFORMATION changed to combine all
April 27, 2017
NTB16-110b
control valve parts into a single kit
June 7, 2017
NTB16-110c
Updated figures on page 53
Changed IF YOU CONFIRM section, Repair Flow
August 29, 2017
NTB16-110d
Chart information, and Figures 10G, 3I and 4I
October 16, 2017
NTB16-110e Multiple changes throughout
Changes to Repair Flow Chart and PARTS
November 2, 2017 NTB16-110f
INFORMATION section, and included additional
service information
2013-2014 Altima added to the APPLIED
VEHICLES and Table A on page 80; superseded
December 19, 2018 NTB16-110g
NTB15-084 and NTB15-086. SERVICE
PROCEDURE updated on page 81
March 13, 2018
NTB16-110h Information added under NOTE on page 1
Changes made to IF YOU CONFIRM and CLAIMS
July 6, 2018
NTB16-110i
INFORMATION sections, and added part numbers
to Table B
Changes made to IF YOU CONFIRM section and
October 26, 2018
NTB16-110j
Repair Flow Chart
DTC P2813 added to the title, IF YOU CONFIRM
December 13, 2018 NTB16-110k
section, and Repair Flow Chart
Table B, APPLIED VEHICLES, PARTS
February 4, 2019
NTB16-110L INFORMATION, and PARTS KITS REFERENCE
TABLE sections revised
Step 125 added. Table B, and pages 71 and
October 1, 2019
NTB16-110m
77 revised.
Step 10 on page 18 revised, single use parts lists
added to PARTS INFORMATION, and a part
March 4, 2020
NTB16-110n number was revised in PARTS INFORMATION,
PARTS KITS REFERENCE TABLE, and CLAIMS
INFORMATION
Complete part number for SEAL - O RING (O-ring:
March 25, 2020
NTB16-110o CVT fluid overflow plug) in PARTS INFORMATION
added
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