NTB20-035

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2018-2019 sentra; cvt judder if you confirm the customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration), hesitation on acceleration, lack of power or rpm flare. Action refer to the repair overvi


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Models from 2019
2019 NISSAN SENTRA
Models from 2018
2018 NISSAN SENTRA
Classification:
AT20-001
Reference:
Date:
NTB20-035
May 19, 2020
2018-2019 SENTRA; CVT JUDDER
2018-2019 Sentra (B17)
APPLIED VEHICLES:
MRA8DE (non-turbo engine)
APPLIED ENGINE:
APPLIED TRANSMISSION: CVT (RE0F11A)
IF YOU CONFIRM
The customer reports a transmission judder (shake, shudder, single or multiple bumps or
vibration), hesitation on acceleration, lack of power or RPM flare.
ACTION
Refer to the Repair Overview on pages 2 and 3.
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 complete this repair.
Nissan Bulletins are intended for use by qualified technicians, not 'do-it-yourselfers'. Qualified technicians are
properly trained individuals who have the equipment, tools, safety instruction, and know-how to do a job
properly and safely. NOTE: If you believe that a described condition may apply to a particular vehicle, DO
NOT assume that it does. See your Nissan dealer to determine if this applies to your vehicle.
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Repair Overview
The customer reports a transmission judder (shake,
shudder, single or multiple bumps or vibration), hesitation
on acceleration, lack of power or RPM flare
No
Yes
Are one or more of the following DTC(s) stored?
P0746, P0846, P0868, P0965, P17F0, P17F1, P17F2,
P17F3, P17F4, P2857, P2858, P2859, P285A
No
Yes
Confirm the current
TCM part number.
Is reprogramming
available?
Continue to
the next page.
No
Yes
Reprogram the TCM
following NTB20-037.
This bulletin does not
apply.
Refer to ASIST for further
diagnostic information.
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Repair Overview (continued)
Continued from the previous page.
Are one or more of the following DTC(s) stored?
P17F2, P17F4, P2857, P2858, P2859, P285A
Yes
No
Is an abnormal CVT noise present?
If so, does the noise occur in Park or
Neutral, but stops when shifting to Drive
or Reverse with the brakes applied?
Yes
No
Inspect the CVT pan for excessive debris.
Reference Figures 18-22 on pages 14-15.
Is excessive debris present?
Yes
Replace the CVT.
Refer to CVT
Assembly
Replacement
Approval Procedures
on page 147.
No
Yes
Yes
Is P17F0 stored?
No
Does the vehicle have
equal to or greater than
84 months in service or
84,000 miles?
No
Remove control valve to allow for
CVT belt inspection.
Go to Control Valve (Valve
Body) Removal on page 12.
Is there evidence of CVT belt
slippage?
Yes
Inspect input shaft
bearing condition starting
on page 43. Is an
abnormality present?
Yes
No
No
Perform Pulse Rotor Inspection
on page 30.
Yes
Is the pulse rotor loose?
Replace the belt &
pulley, control valve
and oil pump
(starting on page 32).
No
Replace only the
control valve (page 32).
Print out the DTCs and
attach to the repair order.
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Table of Contents
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Required Tools / Material…………………………………………………….……
page 6
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Essential Special Service Tools……………………………………...……….…..
page 6
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Weights………………………………………………………………………………
page 9
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Precautions when Disassembling a CVT Assembly……………………………
page 10
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Inspection for Abnormal Noise……………………………………………………
page 11
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Control Valve Removal…………………………………………………………….
page 12
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CVT Belt Visual Inspection………………………………………………………..
page 18
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Pulse Rotor Inspection…………………………………………………………….
page 30
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No Belt Damage/Pulse Rotor Not Loose – Replace Control Valve…………..
page 32
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Belt Damaged Or Pulse Rotor Loose……………………………………………
page 33
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Remove CVT from Vehicle and Disassemble External Parts………………...
page 33
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Remove the Fluid Filter……………………………………………….…………..
page 35
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Remove the Oil Pan and Torque Converter Housing….………………………
page 37
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Remove the Oil Seals from the Torque Converter Housing…………………..
page 38
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Remove the CVT Internal Components…………………………………………
page 39
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Remove the Sub-assembly……………………………………………………….
page 50
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Clean the CVT Surfaces……...…………………….........................................
page 56
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Clean Oil Passages in the CVT Case and Oil Pump Cover…..……..……….
page 57
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Measuring the CVT Sub-assembly Case Depth……………………………….
page 63
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New Snap Ring Selection and Installation to the New Sub-assembly…..….
page 66
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Install Sub-assembly to CVT Case………………………………………………
page 72
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Install the Oil Pump and the Manual Shaft………………………………….….
page 77
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Install Powertrain Parts………………………….……………..…………………
page 80
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Install the Torque Converter Housing……………………………………………
page 88
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Install the Control Valve and the Oil Pan…..………………………...………...
page 91
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Seal the Sub-assembly Cover……………..……………………………………..
page 94
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Table of Contents (continued)

Install and Adjust the Transmission Range Switch…………………………….
page 99
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Install Exterior CVT Parts.…………………………………….………………….
page 100
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Install the CVT Assembly…………………………………………………………
page 105
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Additional Service When Replacing Control Valve or Transaxle Assembly
page 106
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TCM Reprogramming.……………………….………………………………….…
page 107
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TCM Recovery……………………………………………………………………..
page 126
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Control Valve Replacement……………………………………………………….
page 127

Erase Learning Value………………………………………………………………
page 132

Conform CVTF Deteriortn………………………………………………………….
page 134

Auxiliary Gearbox Clutchpoint Learning………………………………………….
page 137
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PARTS INFORMATION……………………………………………………………
page 140

CLAIMS INFORMATION…………………………………………………………..
page 142

KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.………………………………………….…..
page 144

CVT Assembly Replacement Approval Procedures…………………………….
page 147
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AMENDMENT HISTORY…………………………………..………………………
page 147
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REQUIRED TOOLS / MATERIALS
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Petroleum jelly or equivalent
Extendable magnet
Large clean surface / 1 to 2 work tables
Brake cleaner
Rubbing alcohol
Plastic scraper
Mallet
Sandpaper
Essential Special Service Tools
Additional Essential Tools are available from Tech•Mate online: www.nissantechmate.com
or by phone: 1-800-662-2001.
J-52278
CVT2 Oil Pump
Seal Installer
J-50255
CVT Service Tool Kit
J-50272
Digital Depth
Gauge
J-51923
J-Hook Case
Separator
J-25721-A
Slide Hammer Set
J-50271
Gauge Block
J-8092 or J-52280
Driver Handle
Figure 1
Figure 2
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J-52281
CVT Case Differential
Seal Installer
J-52272 Assembly Guide
Pins, Pulley Bracket
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Essential Special Service Tools (continued)
Tech Cam J-51951
Figure 3
J-52306-1 and J-52306-2
Transmission Range Switch
Alignment Bracket and Pin
J-52273 Clutch
Engagement Tool
Figure 4
Figure 5
J-42909 Evap
Pressure Test Kit
Figure 6
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Essential Special Service Tools (continued)
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Split Ring Seal Installer Kit J-52595
J-52595-4
Split Ring Seal Cover
J-52595-3
Seal Driver
Figure 7
Figure 8
J-52595-1
First Groove Seal Tool (Top)
J-52595-1
First Groove Seal Tool (Bottom)
Figure 10
Figure 9
J-52595-2
Second Groove Seal Tool (Bottom)
J-52595-2
Second Groove Seal Tool (Top)
Figure 11
Figure 12
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Essential Special Service Tools (continued)
J-52728
Pulse Rotor Lock
Figure 13
J-52729-2 Wheel
Lug Torque Adapter
Figure 14
A.
Weights
 CVT assembly: 150 lbs. approximately
 CVT sub-assembly: 40 lbs. approximately
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SERVICE PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: Repairs performed for this bulletin require CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus)
Diagnostic result reporting function-Setting be turned ON and Diagnosis (All
Systems) be performed. If not done, it may result in a repair being non-warrantable.
Precautions when Disassembling a CVT Assembly
IMPORTANT:
Transmissions are vulnerable to particle contamination (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
any contamination.
It is essential that any foreign contamination be kept out of the CVT internals. Disassembly
and re-assembly shall be carried out under the following conditions:
To prevent possible drivability concerns, cover all air breather and
drive shaft holes to prevent water intrusion.
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Wash and clean the exterior of the CVT assembly prior to disassembling.
Work in a covered indoor room to prevent contamination of the CVT.
Work on a clean stainless drain table.
Avoid debris from dropping into the converter housing, side cover or CVT case.
Remove any sealant remaining on bolts or mating surfaces of the converter housing,
side cover and/or the CVT case using a scraper, and then clean with lint-free paper
cloths.
Do not use cotton gloves or woven cloths. Latex or rubber gloves are recommended.
 Use only lint-free paper cloths.
Apply rust penetrant to locator / dowel pins on the torque converter housing and side
cover of CVT and allow to soak as needed.
Only disassemble those parts which are mentioned in this bulletin.
Make sure all parts are clean prior to assembling / installing.
 Brake cleaner is acceptable to remove remaining CVT fluid and residual sealer.
 Unpack service parts just before installation.
Use only specified sealant material.
Parts cups

Store the related parts that have
been removed separately to prevent
being mixed up; small cups can be
used.
Figure 15
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Non-warrantable damage to the CVT may occur if the
steps in this procedure are not followed in order.
Inspection for Abnormal Noise
HINT: If DTCs are stored, abnormal noise may be present.
Listen for any abnormal CVT noises under the following conditions:
Set the parking brake, and start the engine.

If an abnormal CVT noise stops once the CVT is shifted into drive or reverse, this
bulletin does not apply.
 Refer to ASIST for further diagnostic information.

If an abnormal CVT noise occurs while the CVT is in Drive (D) or Reverse (R),
proceed to Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal on the next page.
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Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal
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To avoid damage to the CVT, never allow any chemicals or fluids other than
NS-3 CVT fluid or suitable cleaners to enter the CVT assembly.
To avoid damage to the CVT, never allow any foreign debris, dust, dirt, etc. to
enter the CVT assembly.
1. Write down all audio presets.
Presets
AM
FM 1
FM 2
SAT 1
SAT 2/3
Bass
1
Treble
2
3
Balance
4
Fade
5
6
Speed Sen. Vol.
2. Place the vehicle on a lift.
3. Before lifting the vehicle, place the transmission gear selector in Neutral.
4. Disconnect both battery cables, negative cable first.
5. Raise the vehicle, and then drain the CVT fluid by removing the drain plug.

Remove the engine under cover if needed.
To avoid the risk of minor personal injury, use caution when looking into
the drain hole as there is the risk of fluid entering the eye.
6. Disconnect the engine room harness from the CVT.
7. Remove the oil pan mounting bolts, and
then remove the oil pan and oil pan
gasket.

Do not discard the bolts. They will be
reused during assembly.
Figure 16
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Exploded View
Figure 17
1. Transaxle assembly
4. Manual plate
7. Strainer
10. Oil pan
2. O-ring
5. Washer
8. Oil pan gasket
11. Drain plug gasket
3. Control valve
6. O-ring
9. Magnet
12. Drain plug
: Always replace after every disassembly.
: N•m (kg-m, ft-lb)
: N•m (kg-m, in-lb)
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8. Inspect the inside of the CVT oil pan for any evidence of broken parts.
EXAMPLE:
 Figure 18 and Figure 19 are acceptable for this repair – Magnets with fine
debris or sludge in any amount.
OK
Fine debris
Figure 18
Any amount of fine
debris is acceptable.
OK
Fine debris
Figure 19
Continue to the next page.
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 Figure 20, Figure 21 and Figure 22 are No Good (NG) for this repair - Broken
parts would include pieces of bearings, clutch material, belt elements, etc.
NG
Bearing rollers
or bearing race
Figure 20
Large metal
pieces
NG
Figure 21
Bearing seal
(green)
NG
Figure 22
Continue to the next page.
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
Is there any evidence of broken parts or excessive debris?
o YES: Replace the CVT assembly as follows:
a. Document the debris found with a video (see page 147 for details).
b. Reinstall the CVT oil pan gasket and oil pan.
c. Call the PCC for CVT replacement authorization (see page 147 for contact
information).
d. Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section TRANSMISSION &
DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION > CVT: RE0F11A >
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY for
CVT replacement.
o NO:
 If DTC P17F0 is not stored, proceed to step 10.
 If DTC P17F0 is stored, continue to step 9.
9. Install the original (removed) CVT oil pan gasket and oil pan temporarily with at least
two oil pan bolts, hand tight. Skip to step 30 on page 33.
10. Remove the three (3) oil strainer bolts,
and then remove the oil strainer from the
control valve.

3 bolts
These bolts will be reused.
Oil Strainer
Figure 23
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Nut and washer
11. Remove the nut and washer, and then
remove the manual plate shown in
Figure 24.

Use a screwdriver to hold the manual
plate (Figure 25) to keep the shaft
from rotating while removing the nut.

Manual plate
Do not discard the nut and washer.
These will be reused during
assembly.
12. Clean around the CVT unit harness
connector to prevent foreign materials
from entering into the CVT case (picture
not shown).
Figure 24
Manual plate
Figure 25
13. Remove ONLY the eleven (11) control
valve bolts circled in yellow with
markings as shown in Figure 26.

On this model transaxle, Do NOT
remove the bolts with a single dot
over the “7” (not shown).

The bolts removed will be reused.
Control valve bolts
14. Press the CVT unit harness connector
down into the transaxle case, and then
remove the control valve from the
transaxle case.
Figure 26
Transaxle damage
may occur if care is not taken when
handling the CVT unit harness
connector.
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Remove bolts
with this
marking
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CVT Belt Visual Inspection
15. Secure the passenger side (RH) front wheel with a suitable strap.
a. Connect the first hook of the strap to the coil spring as shown in Figure 27.
b. Route the strap around the center of the tire and attach the second hook through the
eyelet of the first hook that is attached to the coil spring.
c. Tighten the strap sufficiently to keep the passenger side (RH) front tire from rotating
but do not overtighten.
d. This will assist in making the belt turn during the borescope belt inspection step.
Coil spring
Passenger
side (RH)
Figure 27
16. Mark the driver side (LH) front wheel with a suitable marking.
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This will ensure all 360° of the belt are inspected.
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17. Inspect the entirety of the two sides of the belt that come in contact with the pulleys
(Figure 28).
IMPORTANT:

Reference Figure 40 through Figure 48 on pages 26-29 for comparison.

Use borescope J-51951 with mirror attachment.

Be sure to remove the protective film from the mirror before the first use.

Clean the camera lens and mirror before each inspection. Use 90% isopropyl
alcohol and a lens swab from Lens Swab packet J-51963 listed in PARTS
INFORMATION on page 140.

Before inspecting, make sure the batteries in the camera handle and LCD monitor
are charged.
Inspect
these sides
Do not inspect
these sides
Figure 28
a. Install the Clutch Engagement Tool (J-52273) to the CVT case with two bolts, finger
tight, where shown in Figure 29 and Figure 30.

Bolt torque not to exceed: 2.26 N•m (0.23 kg-m, 20 in-lb.)
 Use care when tightening the bolts as damage to the bolts/CVT could occur.
 Make sure an O-ring is installed to the Clutch Engagement Tool (J-52273)
before installation as this could lead to improper/incomplete testing.
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HINT: The O-ring for the Clutch Engagement Tool comes with the attachment. To order
additional O-rings, refer to PARTS INFORMATION on page 140.
Bolts
Front of
vehicle
Clutch
engagement tool
(J-52273)
Clutch pack
Figure 29
Figure 30
b. Connect the hand pump from Evap
Pressure Test Kit (J-42909) to the
Clutch Engagement Tool (J-52273)
and pump to 30 PSI (Figure 31).
Hand pump
IMPORTANT:

Proper pressure has been achieved
when the CVT belt moves while the
driver side (LH) front wheel is rotated
and the CVT is in NEUTRAL with the
passenger side (RH) front wheel
secured.

The hand pump should be removed
from the Clutch Engagement Tool
(J-52273) quick connect once the
clutch has been engaged and the
belt is observed moving with tire
rotation. Pressure will be retained.
Figure 31
Do NOT over-pressurize the system as internal damage to the CVT
could result.
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c. Insert the borescope where shown in Figure 32 as follows:
i.
ii.
iii.
Face the mirror of the borescope toward the driver side of the vehicle (CVT
side cover).
Insert the lens approximately 7.5 inches from the CVT oil pan gasket surface
as shown in Figure 34 on page 22.
View the side of the belt that contacts the pulley.
Look through here to
help guide borescope
Front of
vehicle
Insert borescope
here at location 1
Figure 32
Driver
side
Belt
Insert borescope
here
Face the mirror in the
direction indicated by
the yellow arrow
Figure 33
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View point is on
opposite side of belt
CVT shown removed from
the vehicle and without
side cover for clarity, and
is for reference only
Figure 34
d. Using the mark applied to the driver
side (LH) front wheel for reference,
slowly and carefully rotate the driver
side (LH) front wheel one full turn in
either direction to view all of the belt.

Holding the borescope (camera
flexible tube) with one hand
allows rotation of the wheel with
the other hand (Figure 35).

If evidence of belt slip is identified
as shown in Figure 44 through
Figure 48 on pages 28-29, skip to
step 26 on page 33.
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Figure 35
If the belt does not move when
rotating the driver side (LH) front
wheel, return to step 17b on
page 20.
e. If the inspection result confirms that no slippage has occurred on the observed side,
inspect the other side of the belt as follows:
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For the following steps, print
this page as a template and
then shape the borescope
camera flexible tube like the
image in Figure 36.

Do not shrink or
enlarge the sheet size
when printing.

The template shown is
actual size when
printed on 8.5” x 11”
paper.
The figure is
9 inches
long
4 inches
15°
Camera view: Face the
mirror in the direction of
the yellow arrow.
Figure 36
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i.
Face the mirror of the borescope toward passenger side (engine side).
ii.
Insert the borescope in the second location where shown in Figure 37 and
Figure 38.
iii.
Insert the lens approximately 8.7 inches from the CVT case rim as shown in
Figure 39 on page 25.
iv.
View the side of the belt that contacts the pulley.
Front of
vehicle
Insert borescope at
location 2 and also look
through here to help
guide borescope
Figure 37
Passenger
side
Insert borescope
here
Face the mirror in the
direction indicated by
the yellow arrow
Belt
Figure 38
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Shown removed from the
vehicle and without side
cover for clarity, and is
for reference only
Borescope
Borescope position,
inserted from bottom
Figure 39
f. Using the mark applied to the driver side (LH) front wheel for reference, slowly and
carefully rotate the driver side (LH) front wheel one full turn in either direction to view
all of the belt.
i.
Holding the borescope (camera flexible tube) with one hand allows rotation of
the wheel with the other hand (Figure 35).
HINT: If the belt does not move when rotating the driver side (LH) front wheel,
supply additional air with hand pump (J-45664) to re-engage the clutch as
necessary.
ii.
Look for evidence of belt slip as shown in Figure 44 through Figure 48 on
pages 28 - 29.
g. Is the inspection result OK (no evidence of slip) for 360° rotation of both sides of the
belt?
YES: Go to step 18 on page 30.
NO: Skip to step 26 on page 33.
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Figure 40
Figure 41
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OK
Visual lines
Figure 42
OK
Visual lines
Figure 43
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NG
Figure 44
NG
Figure 45
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NG
Figure 46
NG
Figure 47
NG
Figure 48
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Pulse Rotor Inspection
18. Check for looseness in the pulse rotor using special tools Pulse Rotor Lock J-52728 and
Wheel Lug Torque Adapter Set J-52729.
Secondary
speed
sensor
a. Remove the secondary speed
sensor. Refer to the ESM, section
TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE >
TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION >
CVT: RE0F11A > REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION > SECONDARY
SPEED SENSOR.

Remove the O-ring from the
secondary speed sensor. The Oring is a one-time use part. Do not
reuse.
Figure 49
b. Install the Pulse Rotor Lock Tool J-52728 into the secondary speed sensor hole and
tighten the bolt to 5.9 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 52 in-lb.)
c. Using the Wheel Lug Torque Adapter Set J-52729-1 and an appropriate torque
wrench, apply torque to the driver side (LH) front wheel (Figure 50).
d. Smoothly apply a maximum torque of
25 N•m (2.5 kg-m, 18 ft-lbs) in a
forward driving direction (counterclockwise at driver side [LH] front
wheel).

A slight movement in the front
wheel is considered normal due
to gear lash.
Driver Side (LH)
Figure 50
e. Was maximum torque 25 N•m (2.5 kg-m, 18 ft-lbs) achieved without wheel spin in a
forward direction?

YES: Continue to step 18f on page 31.

NO: Skip to step 18h on page 31.
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f. Smoothly apply a maximum torque of
25 N•m (2.5 kg-m, 18 ft-lbs) in a
reverse driving direction (Clockwise
to the driver side (LH) front wheel).

Driver Side (LH)
A slight movement in the front
wheel is considered normal due
to gear lash.
Figure 51
g. Was maximum torque 25 N•m (2.5 kg-m, 18 ft-lbs) achieved without wheel spin in
either direction?

YES: Skip to step 19 on page 32.

NO: Continue to step 18h.
h. If the driver side (LH) front wheel spins in either direction, check the following:
i.

Ensure the passenger side (RH) front wheel is not moving when applying torque
as referenced in step 18d on page 30 and step 18f on page 31.

If the passenger side (RH) front wheel is moving, check that the strap securing
the passenger side (RH) front wheel is secure.

If the CVT belt is NOT moving while the wheel spins return to step 17b on page
20 and verify the clutch engagement tool is at 30 PSI.
If the driver side (LH) front wheel still spins in either direction after checking all of the
possible causes in step 18h, a loose pulse rotor is confirmed. Skip to step 26 on
page 33.
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No Belt Damage and Pulse Rotor Not Loose – Replace Control Valve
19. Remove the Pulse Rotor Lock Tool J-52728 if previously installed.
20. Reinstall the secondary speed sensor if previously removed.

Refer to the ESM, section TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE &
TRANSMISSION > CVT: RE0F11A > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
SECONDARY SPEED SENSOR.

The secondary speed sensor O-ring is a one-time use part. Do not reuse.
HINT: See Reference # 19 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
21. Remove the Clutch Engagement Tool J-52273 from the CVT.
To avoid the risk of minor personal injury, place a rag over the Clutch
Engagement tool and SLOWLY loosen the two bolts until the audible depressurization is
noted. The remaining CVT fluid may spray when the Clutch Engagement Tool is
removed.
22. Install a new control valve in the reverse order of disassembly:

Refer to steps 163 - 174 on pages 91 - 93.
23. Connect both battery cables, negative cable last.
24. Reset/reinitialize systems as needed.

Refer to the ESM, section GENERAL INFORMATION > GENERAL INFORMATION
> BASIC INSPECTION > ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING BATTERY
NEGATIVE TERMINAL, for a listing of systems that require reset/initialization after
reconnecting the 12V battery.

This list often includes items such as radio, power windows, clock, sunroof, etc.
25. Perform Additional Service When Replacing Control Valve or Transaxle Assembly
starting on page 106.
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Belt Damaged or Pulse Rotor Loose
26. Remove the Pulse Rotor Lock Tool (J-52728) if previously installed.
27. Remove the Clutch Engagement Tool (J-52273) from the CVT.
To avoid the risk of minor personal injury, place a rag over the Clutch
Engagement tool and SLOWLY loosen the two bolts until the audible depressurization is
noted. The remaining CVT fluid may spray when the Clutch Engagement Tool is
removed.
28. Install the original (removed) oil pan gasket and oil pan temporarily with at least two oil
pan bolts, hand tight.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT discard the remaining oil pan bolts. These bolts will be reused.
29. Continue to step 30.
Remove CVT from the Vehicle and Disassemble External Parts
30. Remove the CVT from the vehicle.

Refer to the ESM, section TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE &
TRANSMISSION > CVT: RE0F11A > UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION >
TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY.
31. Remove the torque converter and set
aside.

The torque converter may be reused
if CVT replacement is not required.
32. Put the CVT assembly on a work bench
with the oil pan side down.

Torque converter
To avoid minor personal injury, use
assistance when placing the CVT on
the work bench.
Figure 52

Use care when placing the CVT on
the work bench to avoid damage to
the oil pan or internal CVT
components.
33. Drain the CVT fluid out of the torque
converter.
Figure 53
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34. Remove the output speed sensor, primary speed sensor and secondary speed sensor
from the CVT (Figure 54, Figure 55 and Figure 56).


These sensors will be reused.
Inspect all three sensors for debris on the magnet and clean as necessary.
Secondary
speed
sensor
Primary speed
sensor
Figure 54
Figure 55
Figure 56
35. Remove the O-rings from all three speed
sensors.

Output speed
sensor
The O-rings are one-time use parts.
Do not reuse.
Figure 57
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Remove the Fluid Filter
36. Remove the fluid filter from the CVT
case as follows:
Fluid filter cover bolt
a. Remove the fluid filter cover bolt.

This bolt will be reused.
Fluid filter cover
Figure 58
b. Rotate the fluid filter cover
counterclockwise approximately 15
degrees or until the cover clears the
side cover tab.
Side cover tab
c. Pull the fluid filter cover away from
the CVT case to remove.
Figure 59
37. Pull the fluid filter with grommet away from the CVT case to remove.

The filter is a one-time use part. Do not reuse.
NOTE: The grommet may separate from the filter and remain on the CVT case.
Grommet
Oil filter
Figure 61
Figure 60
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38. Remove the O-ring from the fluid filter
cover.

The O-ring is a one-time use part.
Do not reuse.
Figure 62
39. Thoroughly wipe and clean the inside of
the fluid filter cover.

Brake cleaner may be used during
this step to thoroughly remove any
residual material.
Figure 63
40. Thoroughly wipe and clean the filter bore
of the CVT case.
Filter bore
Figure 64
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Remove the Oil Pan and Torque Converter Housing
41. Reposition the CVT assembly on the
work bench with the torque converter
housing side facing up.

Use plastic or wood blocks to
stabilize the CVT assembly on the
work bench if needed.
NOTE: CVT fluid will drain from the CVT
case when the oil pan is removed.
Figure 65
42. Remove the oil pan and oil pan gasket which were installed to the CVT temporarily.
Bolts will be reused.

Keep the original oil pan for installation during reassembly.
43. Remove the nineteen (19) bolts circled in yellow shown in Figure 66 from the torque
converter housing.

Do not discard these bolts. They will be temporarily re-used later in this procedure.
NOTE: The bolts that are not visible in Figure 66 are indicated with a dotted yellow
circle.
Torque converter
housing
Slide hammer location
for torque converter
housing removal
Figure 66
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44. Remove the torque converter housing from the CVT case.

If necessary, use a Slide Hammer J-25721-A at the three locations (highlighted in
green) shown in Figure 66.

The input shaft thrust bearing washer may be attached to the torque converter
housing, remove it and put it aside; it will be reused.
Remove the Oil Seals from the Torque Converter Housing
45. Remove the torque converter oil seal from the torque converter housing with a suitable
tool.

Take care not to damage the seal-to-case surface when removing seal.

The torque converter oil seal is a one-time use part. Do not reuse.
46. Remove the differential side oil seal from the torque converter housing with a suitable
tool.

The differential side oil seal is a one-time use part. Do not reuse.
Torque converter housing
Differential side
oil seal
Torque converter
oil seal
Figure 67
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Remove the CVT Internal Components
47. Remove the final drive assembly and the
reduction gear assembly at the same
time by lifting both straight up.
Reduction gear
assembly
Lip seal
O-ring
Final drive
assembly
Figure 68
48. Remove the lip seal from the CVT case.

Lip seal
The lip seal is a one-time use part.
Do not reuse.
Figure 69
49. Remove the O-ring from the CVT case.

The O-ring is a one-time use part. Do
not reuse.
O-ring
Figure 70
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50. Remove the O-ring from the input shaft.

The O-ring is a one-time use part. Do not reuse.
51. Remove the thrust bearing from the drive sprocket and set aside to reuse during reassembly.
NOTE: The thrust washer for the thrust bearing may either be on the drive sprocket or
may have remained with the torque converter housing when it was removed.

The thrust washer will be reused later in this procedure.
Input shaft
O-ring
If present, the thrust
washer would cover
the bearing
Thrust
bearing
Drive
sprocket
Figure 71
52. Spread the snap ring shown in Figure 72 and Figure 73 then remove both sprockets
and the chain.
Sprockets
and chain
Snap ring
Figure 73
Figure 72
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53. Remove the parking rod from the detent
plate.

Parking rod
Detent plate
Rotate the parking rod vertically to
align the tab on the parking rod
(Figure 75) with the slot on the detent
plate and then separate from the
detent plate.
Figure 74
Align tab
with slot
Detent plate
Figure 75
Reverse
brake tube
54. Remove the two (2) bolts shown in
Figure 76, and then remove the reverse
brake tube from the CVT.

Do not discard. These will be reused
during assembly.
2 Bolts
Figure 76
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55. Remove the sleeve from the reverse
brake tube.

The sleeve is a one-time use part. Do
not reuse.
Sleeve
Figure 77
56. Remove the six (6) bolts shown in Figure
78 and then remove the chain cover.

Do not discard. The bolts and chain
cover will be reused during
assembly.
Chain cover
Figure 78
57. Remove the input shaft assembly and
the oil pump cover (dummy cover) from
the CVT as a unit.

Hold the input shaft assembly by the
end, as shown in Figure 79, and pull
straight up to remove.
HINT: The dummy cover, shaft and
bearing will separate if the input shaft is
not held at the end.
Input shaft assembly
and the oil pump
cover (dummy cover)
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58. Confirm the “type” of bearing used on the end of the input shaft, and then proceed to the
indicated step.

For type “A” roller bearing proceed to step 59.

For type “B” ball bearing skip to step 61 on page 45.

For type “C” sealed ball bearing skip to step 61 on page 45.
Bearing type A
Figure 80
Bearing type B and C
 Type C shown
59. Remove the outer race of the roller
bearing from the counter bearing bore of
the CVT case by hand.
Do not use excessive force
to remove the bearing race as damage
to the CVT may occur. A magnet can be
used to lift this bearing if needed.
HINT: The outer race of the roller
bearing might remain on the shaft when
removing the input shaft and dummy
cover.
CVT case
Outer race
Figure 81
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60. Inspect type “A” bearing (Roller bearing)
as follows:

Inspect the bearing outer race and
input shaft for flaking or pitting.

Install the bearing outer race onto the
input shaft assembly with the
“bearing number” facing the gear,
and then rotate the bearing while
applying an axial load by hand to
check for any abnormality.
Input shaft
Figure 82
DO NOT drop the outer race of the bearing to avoid damage and/or
contamination.
 Were any abnormalities found or felt in the bearing (sound, flat spots, flaking)?
o NO: Put bearing and shaft aside and then skip to step 62 on page 45.
o YES:
a. Document the abnormalities found with a video and then contact the PCC
for authorization to replace the CVT. See page 147 for PCC contact
information.
b. Refer to steps 203 - 206 on page 105 when replacing the CVT.
c. After CVT replacement, perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN
REPLACING CONTROL VALVE OR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY on
page 106.
d. Loosely reassemble the original CVT in the reverse order of disassembly
with the original parts.
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61. Inspect type “B” and type “C” bearings
(ball bearing) as follows:

Apply an axial load and rotate the
bearing by hand to check for any
abnormality (sound, flat spot, flaking).
Figure 83
 Were any abnormalities observed in the bearing when applying an axial load
(sound, flat spots, flaking)?
o NO: Proceed to step 62.
o YES:
a. Document the abnormalities found with a video and then contact the PCC
for authorization to replace the CVT. See page 147 for PCC contact
information.
b. Loosely re-assemble the CVT in the reverse order of disassembly with the
original parts.
c. Refer to steps 203 - 206 on page 105 when installing the CVT.
d. After CVT replacement, perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN
REPLACING CONTROL VALVE OR TRANSAXLE ASSEMBLY on page
106.
62. If the bearing is judged to be OK,
remove the shim (Figure 84) from the
bottom of the counter bearing bore.
Counter
bearing bore

A magnet can be used to remove the
shim if needed.

This shim will be reused later in this
procedure.
Shim
Figure 84
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63. Remove the differential side oil seal from
the CVT case by driving it away from the
case with a suitable tool.

The differential side oil seal is a onetime use part. Do not reuse.

Take care not to damage the
seal-to-case surface when removing
seal.
CVT case
Differential side oil seal
Figure 85
Park position
3 mm punch
64. Rotate the manual shaft (Figure 86) until
it stops in the Park position (see
Figure 87).
Roll pin
Confirm that the detent
plate is in the Park position before
proceeding. Do not remove the roll
pin in any other position. This will
allow pin removal and avoid damage
to the case.
65. Remove the roll pin completely from the
manual shaft with a 3 mm punch.

Manual shaft
Figure 86
The roll pin is a one-time use part.
Do not reuse.
Use a 3 mm punch. If a
larger sized punch is used, the hole may
become enlarged and damage the
manual shaft.
66. Remove the detent spring bolt shown in
Figure 87 and then remove the detent
spring from the CVT case.

Detent spring
Park position
Do not discard the bolt. It will be
reused during reassembly.
Figure 87
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67. Remove the manual shaft retaining pin
(straight pin) from the CVT case by
grasping and pulling vertically by hand.

Retaining pin
Do not discard the pin. It will be
reused during reassembly.
Manual shaft
Figure 88
68. Remove the two (2) bolts shown in
Figure 89 for the transmission range
switch.

Do not discard the bolts. They will be
reused during reassembly.
HINT:

DO NOT remove the manual
shaft lock nut at this step.

DO NOT try to remove the
transmission range switch from
the manual shaft.
Transmission range
switch
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CVT case
5.3 inches
69. Slide the manual shaft approximately 5.3
inches (135 mm) out of the CVT case to
allow removal of the oil pump (step 70).
Do not remove the manual shaft
completely from the CVT case. If the
retaining pin slot contacts the seal,
damage may occur.
Manual shaft
Figure 90
70. Remove the three (3) Allen® bolts
shown in Figure 91 and then remove the
oil pump from the CVT case.

This oil pump will not be reused, it
will be replaced with a new one.

Do not discard Allen® bolts. They will
be reused during reassembly.
Oil pump
3 Allen® bolts
Figure 91
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71. Remove the snap ring from the original
oil pump.
HINT: DO NOT discard the removed
snap ring. This snap ring will be reused.
Snap-ring
Figure 92
72. Remove the oil pump gasket from the
CVT case.

Oil pump
gasket
The oil pump gasket is a one-time
use part. Do not reuse.
Figure 93
73. Temporarily install the transmission range switch with the two (2) original bolts removed
in step 68 on page 47, finger tight.

The transmission range switch will be permanently installed later in this procedure.
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Remove the Sub-assembly
IMPORTANT: Steps 74 through 81 are ONLY to separate the sealant of the side cover.
The sub-assembly with belt and pulley CANNOT be removed from the CVT while in this
orientation and will be removed from the case at a later step.
74. Reposition the CVT on the work bench
with the torque converter housing side
down.
HINT: A wood block may be used to
stabilize the CVT during
disassembly/reassembly.
Figure 94
75. Remove the two (2) pulley bearing
retainer bolts shown in Figure 95.

Do not discard bolts. They will be
temporarily installed during a later
step.
Figure 95
76. Remove the eleven (11) side cover bolts
shown in Figure 96.

Retain two (2) of these bolts. They
will be temporarily installed during a
later step.
Figure 96
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77. Remove the side cover with a slide hammer J-25721-A to separate the side cover and
CVT case.

There are three slide hammer tool points shown in Figure 97.

The mating surfaces will be cleaned at a later step.

This step will help with sub-assembly removal at a later step.
 To avoid damage to the CVT, do not use the speed sensor bore for slide
hammer tool location.
 Do not pry the surfaces apart as internal CVT damage may result.
Side cover
Figure 97
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78. Align the primary pulley bearing retainer
bolt holes with the bolt hole on the case
as shown in Figure 98.
HINT: This helps alignment of the
bearing retainer bolt threads after
reinstalling the original side cover.
Figure 98
79. Install one of the “Assembly Guide Pins,
Pulley Bracket” (Guide Pin
J-52272) to one of the two pulley
bearing retainer bolt holes.

Assembly guide
pins, pulley bracket,
(Guide Pin J-52272)
This will assist in installation of the
original side cover to the pulley
assembly.
Figure 99
Side cover
80. Place the original side cover onto the
CVT case.

Position the primary pulley bearing
retainer to allow the guide pin to be
inserted through the bolt hole of the
side cover.
Figure 100
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81. Install the two (2) original pulley bearing retainer bolts (Figure 101) as follows:

Use the original bolts and O-rings at this step.
a. Install one pulley bearing retainer bolt finger tight into open bearing retainer bolt
hole.
b. Remove the guide pin from the other bearing retainer bolt hole.
c. Install the other bearing retainer bolt by hand (finger tight).
82. Temporarily reattach the removed side cover onto the CVT case with two (2) original
bolts on opposite corners, hand tight.
Pulley bearing
retainer bolts
Side cover
Side cover
bolts
Figure 101
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83. Reposition the CVT with the side cover
facing down.
Side cover
Figure 102
84. Remove the two (2) side cover bolts
which were temporarily installed to hold
the side cover to the CVT in step 82 on
page 53.
HINT: Only one (1) bolt is shown in
Figure 103 and is for reference only.
Side cover
bolt
Figure 103
85. Lift the CVT case vertically off of the
sub-assembly and side cover.

Weight 17.4 kg (38.4 lbs.)

This sub-assembly will not be
reused.
IMPORTANT: The sub-assembly must
be separated from the case as shown in
Figure 104.
Figure 104
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86. Place the CVT case on the work bench
with the torque converter side facing
down.
Figure 105
87. Remove the lubrication tube bolt shown
in Figure 106 and then remove the
lubrication tube from the CVT case.

Lubrication tube
Do not discard the bolt or lubrication
tube. These will be reused during
reassembly.
To prevent drivability
concerns, ensure that the lubrication
tube is not bent during sub-assembly
installation.
Lubrication
tube bolt
Figure 106
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Clean the CVT Surfaces
To avoid damage to the CVT and potential drivability concerns:

Prevent any debris from dropping into the torque converter housing, side cover or
the CVT case.

Use brake cleaner to remove the remaining CVT fluid and any residual sealant.

Do not use sanding discs, abrasive tools, or metal blades on sealing surfaces.

Clean dowel pins with a mild abrasive sandpaper to remove all rust and debris.
 This will assist at a later step when mating the CVT case to the sub-assembly
and again when mating the CVT case to the torque converter housing.
CVT case
sealing surface
88. Remove any sealant that remains on the
sealing surface of the CVT case where it
seals with the sub-assembly side cover.

A plastic scraper can be used.

Use ONLY brake cleaner to clean
surfaces.

Clean with a lint-free paper towel.
Figure 107
89. Remove any sealant that remains on the sealing surfaces of the torque converter
housing and CVT case using a plastic scraper, and then clean with a lint-free paper
towel.

Use ONLY brake cleaner to clean surfaces.
CVT case
sealing surface
Figure 108
Torque converter
housing sealing
surface
Figure 109
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Clean Oil Passages in CVT Case and Oil Pump Cover
In the following steps:

Brake cleaner and compressed air will be used to clean out oil passages in the CVT
assembly.
 To avoid the risk of minor personal injury, wear eye/face protection when using
compressed air and cleaning fluids.
 To avoid risk of minor personal injury, regulate air pressure up to a maximum of
75 PSI.
90. Confirm the CVT case is on the work
bench with sub-assembly side down.

Use wood blocks as necessary to
stabilize the assembly during these
steps.
Make sure the surface of
the work bench has been cleaned to
avoid contamination of components.
Figure 110
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91. Spray brake cleaner into each oil passage of the CVT case, where shown in Figure 111
and Figure 112 with yellow circles, until the fluid runs clear for 5 seconds.
To avoid damage to the CVT and potential drivability concerns, do not
apply brake cleaner or compressed air to passages shown in red.
92. Apply compressed air in the same passages to remove remaining brake cleaner and
debris.
To avoid the risk of minor personal injury, do not stand in front of the
passages while using compressed air.
Figure 111
Figure 112
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93. Spray brake cleaner into the reverse
brake tube.

Apply compressed air in the same
passages to remove remaining
cleaner and debris.
Reverse brake
tube
Figure 113
94. Clean the input shaft bearing bore area (Figure 114 and Figure 115).
Input shaft
bearing bore
Figure 114
Figure 115
95. Spray brake cleaner into the high clutch
fluid passage on the torque converter
housing.

To avoid the risk of minor personal
injury, take care when cleaning
passages as brake cleaner will exit
the passage shown as “fluid
discharge” in Figure 116.

Apply compressed air in the same
passages to remove the remaining
cleaner and debris.
High clutch
fluid passage
Fluid discharge
Figure 116
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Reduction
gear bearing
fluid passage
96. Spray brake cleaner into the reduction
gear bearing fluid passage on the torque
converter housing. Then apply
compressed air in the same passages to
remove remaining cleaner and debris.

To avoid the risk of minor personal
injury, do not face the passage
indicated in red of Figure 117 when
cleaning passages as brake cleaner
will exit the passage.
Fluid discharge
Figure 117
97. Clean the passages of the oil pump
cover as follows:
Input shaft
Oil pump cover
a. Remove the input shaft from the oil
pump cover.
Do not drop the counter bearing
outer race (roller bearing type only)
as damage or contamination could
occur.
Figure 118
b. Note the orientation and then remove
the thrust bearing.
Thrust bearing
o Do NOT discard. This will be
reused at a later step.
Figure 119
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c. Remove the washer.
o Do NOT discard. This will be
reused at a later step.
Washer
d. Spray brake cleaner into the oil pump
cover oil passages indicated in
yellow shown in Figure 121.
e. Apply compressed air in the same
passages to remove the remaining
cleaner and debris.
Figure 120
To avoid the risk of minor personal injury, do not face the passage indicated in white
in Figure 121 and Figure 122 while cleaning.
Oil pump cover
Oil pump cover
Fluid discharge
Fluid discharge
Figure 122
Figure 121
f. Install the original washer.
HINT:
 Orientation is NOT critical for the
washer.
 Apply petroleum jelly to the washer to
hold it in place during assembly.
Washer
Figure 123
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g. Install the original thrust bearing in the correct orientation as shown in Figure 124
and Figure 125.

Apply petroleum jelly or equivalent to hold in place.
The thrust washer is direction specific. Install in the correct orientation. If the thrust
washer is incorrectly installed, damage to the CVT may occur.
Oil pump cover
Thrust bearing
Figure 125
Figure 124
h. Insert the input shaft into the oil pump cover (Figure 126 and Figure 127).
IMPORTANT:
 Apply petroleum jelly to the sealing ring on the input shaft before installation.
 The sealing ring is hidden behind the input gear in Figure 126.

Make sure all exposed internal areas of the CVT (including the oil pan and
magnets) have been thoroughly cleaned.

To avoid damage to the CVT, use care while assembling the input shaft to the
oil pump cover as the input shaft sealing ring may become damaged.
 To avoid damage to the CVT when not being worked on, cover all parts with a
lint-free covering to prevent contamination.
Input shaft
Sealing ring location
Oil pump
cover
Thrust bearing
Figure 127
Figure 126
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Measuring the CVT Sub-assembly Case Depth
Torque converter
housing
98. Temporarily install the torque converter
housing to the CVT case with two (2)
bolts at opposite corners, hand tight
(Figure 128).

Use the original bolts to secure.
Figure 128
99. Reposition the CVT on the work bench
with the torque converter housing side
facing down (Figure 129).
100. Clean and then zero the Digital Depth
Gauge J-50272.
101. Set the digital gauge to millimeters.
Figure 129
102. Clean the Gauge Block J-50271.
Gauge Block
J-50271
HINT: If Gauge Block J-50271 is not
used, the thickness of the substitute
measuring bar (measurement “X”) will
need to be measured. (Figure 133,
page 64). This can be done either with
a set of calipers or with Digital Depth
Gauge
J-50272.
103. Confirm the sealing surfaces of the
CVT case are clean.
104. Place Gauge Block J-50271 across the
sub-assembly sealing surface as
shown in Figure 130.
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105. Measure the average distance (Y) shown in Figure 133 as follows:

Refer to Figure 131, Figure 132 and Figure 133, then proceed to page 65.

Measure only from areas that do not have any signs of contact.

Refer to “Measuring area” referenced in green to measure “Y”.
Measuring area
Figure 131
Do not measure
in this area
Figure 132
Y = The distance between the upper surface of the Gauge Block J-50271 and the
surface where the snap ring seats.
Figure 133
Proceed to the next page.
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Secondary pulley bearing snap ring surface
Do not measure
into this groove
Measure to this slightly
raised machined surface
Figure 135
Figure 134
a. Measure between the top of the Gauge Block (J-50271) to where the snap ring on
the secondary pulley bearing seats in three (3) locations to calculate the average
value, “Y”. Refer to Figure 134 and Figure 135.
Y1_________, Y2________, Y3_________
b. Calculate the average, "Y", using the formula below and then record it below.
Y=
ሺ௒ଵା௒ଶା௒ଷሻ
ଷ
(millimeter)
Y = _________
c. Calculate case depth “D” as follows:
IMPORTANT: Essential tool Gauge Block (J-50271) is 20 mm thick.

Average depth calculated in step 105b →

Subtract the Gauge Block thickness
→
Y__________
─ X__________
-------------------------------------------------

→
Calculated depth
= D__________
D = Distance between the sub-assembly sealing surface and the secondary pulley
front bearing surface with the snap ring attached.
EXAMPLE:
Y = 61.39 mm
─ X = 20.00 mm
___________
D = 41.39 mm
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New Snap Ring Selection and Installation to the New Sub-assembly
106. Remove the top of the shipping box of
the new sub-assembly.
Top of the
shipping box
HINT: The outer cardboard of the
shipping box can be disassembled for
easy removal of the sub-assembly by
removing the shipping tape.
Figure 136
107. Remove the upper board with foam
spacer assembly.

The packing material may be
different then what is shown in
Figure 137.
Upper board
Figure 137
108. Locate the data sheet in the shipping
box and place it in a safe place.

This data sheet is required for
snap ring selection in the following
steps.
Figure 138
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109. Locate the plastic bag that contains
the snap rings (Figure 139).

There are six individual snap rings
in the plastic bag.

Take the plastic bag out of the
shipping box, and put aside on the
work bench.
HINT: See Reference # 5 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Snap ring set
Figure 139
110. Take the new sub-assembly out of the
shipping box and place it on the work
bench.
To avoid possible
damage to the CVT:

Hold the sub-assembly by the
side cover ONLY when removing
it from the shipping box.

DO NOT handle the belt or
pulleys of the sub-assembly when
removing from the shipping box.

DO NOT BREAK the foam
cushion in the shipping box. This
will be used as a stabilizer for the
sub-assembly during the repair.
New sub-assembly
Figure 140
HINT: See Reference # 4 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
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111. Take the lower board with foam cushion (lower board) out of the shipping box shown
in Figure 142.
HINT: Step 112 is for kits that have a
separate spacer (Figure 141). In later
kits this spacer will be part of the lower
board and step 112 will not be used.
112. Take the spacer (Figure 141) out of the
shipping box and place on the work
bench where the sub-assembly will be
installed, and then place the lower
board on top of the spacer as shown in
Figure 142.
Spacer
Figure 141
HINT: The spacer will be the last item
that is removed from the shipping box
and is approximately 1 inch thick.

Position the lower board so that it hangs over the spacer.

Align the lower board so that the left and the right cut-outs are even with the
spacer.
NOTE: The positioning of the lower board with foam cushion will allow the CVT case
enough clearance from the work bench to allow it to seat flush with the sub-assembly.
Cut-out even
with spacer
Lower board with
foam cushion
Lower board
over-hang
Cut-out even
with spacer
Cut-out even
with spacer
Figure 142
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113. Remove the sub-assembly from the
plastic bag.
114. Place the new sub-assembly onto the
lower board.

The sub-assembly must be level
and oriented as shown in Figure
143 for proper seating of the CVT
case later in this procedure.
Lower board
and spacer
115. Remove the snap ring from the
secondary pulley front bearing of the
new sub-assembly.

Figure 143
New sub-assembly
A new snap ring will be installed
later in the procedure.
Snap ring
Figure 144
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116. Calculate “E” for snap ring selection as follows:
HINT: For the value of “B1”, refer to the data sheet that was put aside when the subassembly shipping box was opened.

Calculated case depth from step c on page 65
→

Subtract constant value
→ ─
41.30
------------------------------------

Subtotal
→

Add value for “B1” from data sheet
→ + B1 ___________
------------------------------------

Total calculated depth
→
D ___________
=
___________
= E ___________
E = This will be used to select a snap ring from Table A on page 71.
EXAMPLE:
If D = 41.39 mm
Constant
= 41.30 mm (subtracted)
And B1 = 1.56 mm (added)
____________________
E = 1.65 mm
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117. Select the appropriate Part Number from Table A shown below, based on the
calculated result of “E” in step 116 on page 70.
EXAMPLE: If E = 1.65, and is between or equal to 1.64 to 1.67, choose new snap
ring Part Number “31506 3JX9C”.
E (MM)
1.55 to 1.59
1.60 to 1.63
1.64 to 1.67
1.68 to 1.71
1.72 to 1.75
1.76 to 1.76
PART NUMBER
31506 3JX9A
31506 3JX9B
31506 3JX9C
31506 3JX9D
31506 3JX9E
31506 3JX8A
SNAP RING REFERENCE (MM)
1.61
Example only. Do
1.65
not use in your
1.69
calculations.
1.73
1.77
1.79
Table A
E (MM)
1.55 to 1.59
1.60 to 1.63
1.64 to 1.67
1.68 to 1.71
1.72 to 1.75
1.76 to 1.76
PART NUMBER
31506 3JX9A
31506 3JX9B
31506 3JX9C
31506 3JX9D
31506 3JX9E
31506 3JX8A
SNAP RING REFERENCE (MM)
1.61
1.65
1.69
1.73
1.77
1.79
118. Open the plastic bag (with snap rings) that was removed from the shipping box in step
109 on page 67 and then choose the correct Part Number selected from Table A.
HINT: There are six individually packed snap rings in the plastic bag. See Reference #
5 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
119. Measure the new snap ring and confirm its thickness is equal to the Snap Ring
Reference in Table A.
120. Install the selected snap ring onto the secondary pulley front bearing of the new subassembly.
HINT: Discard unused snap rings.
Selected snap ring
Figure 145
Figure 146
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Install Sub-assembly to CVT Case
CVT case
sealing surface
121. Make sure the CVT case sealing
surface of the side cover is thoroughly
cleaned.
122. Make sure the dowel pins are cleaned
and any rust has been removed.
Figure 147
Torque converter
housing
123. Flip the CVT case over on the work
bench with the torque converter
housing side facing up.
To avoid possible
contamination and damage to the
CVT, ensure the work bench surface is
thoroughly cleaned before flipping the
CVT case.
124. Remove the two (2) temporary bolts
and then remove the torque converter
housing from the CVT case.
Figure 148
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CVT case
125. Install the CVT case onto the new subassembly as follows:
NOTE: Sealant will be applied
between these components at a later
step.
a. Slowly lower the CVT case onto the
sub-assembly.
To avoid damage to
the CVT:

Only use the weight of the
CVT case when installing it to
the sub-assembly.

Do NOT use any other
external force to seat the CVT
case to the sub-assembly.
New subassembly
b. Align the primary pulley front bearing
bore of the CVT case to the primary
pulley front bearing of the subassembly.
Figure 149
Primary pulley
sub-assembly
CVT case
HINT: Figure 150 is shown looking
down into the CVT case while it is
being lowered.
Primary pulley
front bearing bore
Figure 150
c. Align one of two dowel pin holes
found on the CVT case to the subassembly.
CVT case
Dowel pin
New sub-assembly
Figure 151
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d. Align the second dowel pin of the
sub-assembly with the hole on the
opposite side of the CVT case and
seat CVT case.
Dowel pin
Figure 152
e. If the CVT case will not seat on the
sub-assembly:
1) Access the counter driven gear
through the top of the CVT case,
and
2) Rotate the counter driven gear on
the primary pulley back and forth.
HINT: This will allow the splines
of the secondary pulley and the
planetary carrier plate to align.
See Figure 154.
Counte
Counter
r driven
driven
gear
Figure 153
Secondary
pulley splines
Figure 154
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f. Confirm that the mating surface of the CVT case is seated to the sub-assembly
completely.

If the CVT case does not sit completely flush with the sub-assembly, DO NOT
apply any vertical force to seat it.
1) If this occurs, first lift the CVT case up slightly and then lower.
2) Repeat until the CVT case and sub-assembly sit flush with each other.
CVT case
No gap
New sub-assembly
Figure 155
g. Rotate the counter driven gear back and forth by hand to confirm its rotation is
smooth.
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126. Temporarily install two (2) original bolts hand tight to hold the sub-assembly to the
CVT case.
CVT case
New sub-assembly
Bolts
Figure 156
Figure 157
127. Lift the sub-assembly / CVT case away
from the cradle and set aside. Discard
the cradle.

Leave the sub-assembly side cover
facing down as shown in Figure
158.

Weight: 29 kg (64 lbs.)
Sub-assembly
side cover
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Install the Oil Pump and the Manual Shaft
128. Install the oil pump gasket to the CVT
case.

Use a new gasket (non-reusable).

Apply CVT fluid before installation.
CVT case
HINT: See Reference # 14 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Oil pump
gasket
Figure 159
129. Remove the hand tight transmission
range switch bolts and then slide the
manual shaft out only far enough to
install the oil pump. See Figure 90 on
page 48.
Do not remove the
manual shaft completely from the CVT
case. If the retaining pin slot contacts
the seal, damage may occur.
CVT case
Manual shaft
Oil pump
130. Install a new oil pump to the CVT case.

Reuse the three original Allen®
bolts for the oil pump.

35 mm (1.4 inches) long bolt.
Figure 160
 Bolt torque:
20.3 N•m (2.1 kg-m, 15 ft-lbs.)
HINT: See Reference # 13 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
131. Install the snap ring that came out of
the original oil pump to the new oil
pump.
Snap ring
Figure 161
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Manual shaft
132. Slide the manual shaft back to the
original position.
Oil pump
Figure 162
Retaining
pin
133. Install the original retaining pin as
shown in Figure 163.

Align the manual shaft groove
(Figure 164) to allow the retaining
pin (Figure 163) to go through
completely.
Manual shaft
Figure 163
Groove for the retaining pin (straight pin)
Figure 164
Slide
direction
Hole for the roll pin
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To prevent CVT operational issues, use care when assembling the manual shaft and detent
plate.
 Do not drive the roll pin flush with the detent plate.
 If the roll pin is driven flush, it will be overextended on the opposite side and the
manual shaft/detent plate assembly will not rotate.
 The roll pin MUST be the same length on both sides of the detent plate after it is
installed through the detent plate and manual shaft.
134. Install the new roll pin through the
detent plate and manual shaft.

Roll pin
The roll pin must be inserted
through the detent plate so that
both ends are the same length.
Punch

Use a new roll pin (non-reusable).

Punch size: Diameter 3 mm,
Length 20 mm or longer.
Detent
plate
Use the appropriate
size punch to prevent damage to the
roll pin or detent plate.
Manual
shaft
Figure 165
HINT: See Reference # 12 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
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Install Powertrain Parts
135. Install the original manual shaft detent
spring to the CVT case.
Tab
Detent spring
IMPORTANT: Locate the tab of the
detent spring to the hole of the CVT
case.

16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolt.
 Bolt torque:
6.8 N•m (0.70 kg-m, 60 in-lbs.)
Figure 166
136. Install the original shim for the input
shaft in the counter bearing bore
(Figure 167).

If the counter bearing is a type “A”
(roller bearing) continue to step
137 on page 81.

If the counter bearing is a type “B”
or “C” (ball bearing) skip to step
139 on page 81.
Input shaft
shim
Figure 167
NOTE: Type ”C” counter bearing
shown in Figure 168. Type “B” is
similar.
Counter
bearing
Figure 168
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137. For type “A” bearings, install the outer race of the roller bearing to the counter bearing
bore of the CVT case, if it has not been done already.
IMPORTANT: Apply CVT Fluid to the outer race of the roller bearing before
installation.
Type C counter bearing
Input shaft
assembly
Outer race
Counter
bearing bore
Outer race
Figure 170
Figure 169
138. If the input shaft assembly is, for any reason, separated into individual components,
see steps 97f - 97h on pages 60 - 62 to reassemble those parts, otherwise continue to
step 139.
139. Install the input shaft assembly to the
CVT case

Hold the tip of the input shaft so
that the input shaft and the pump
cover remain together.

Confirm that the oil pump cover
seats onto the CVT case
completely.
Do not draw the input
shaft assembly down to the case with
the mounting bolts or damage to the
CVT may occur.
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Input shaft
Figure 171
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140. Install the original chain cover and the
six (6) original bolts and then tighten.

16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolt
2 pieces.
 Bolt torque:
5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)

1.2 inch
long bolts
0.6 inch
long bolts
30 mm (1.2 inches) long bolt
4 pieces.
 Bolt torque:
27.1 N•m (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lbs.)
Chain cover
Figure 172
141. Rotate the input shaft by hand to
confirm that the shaft rotates freely.
Sleeve
142. Install the sleeve to the reverse brake
tube.

Use a new sleeve (non-reusable).

Apply CVT Fluid to the sleeve
before installation.
HINT: See Reference # 20 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 173
143. Install the reverse brake tube to the
CVT case.

Reverse
brake
tube
16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolt.
 Bolt torque:
5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)
2 Bolts
Insert the tube to the
CVT case vertically and evenly to
avoid damage to the sleeve.
Figure 174
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144. Connect the parking rod to the detent
plate as shown in Figure 175.
Parking
rod
Detent
plate
Figure 175
145. Rotate the detent plate until the detent is in the “D” position (Figure 176 and
Figure 177).

The detent roller position shall be on the second left concave of the detent plate.
Parking
rod
P
R
N
D
Figure 177
Figure 176
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146. Install the oil pump chain onto the oil pump sprocket and the drive sprocket and then
lower onto the oil pump shaft (driven sprocket) (Figure 178 and Figure 179).
147. Expand the snap ring with a suitable tool, and then push down on the driven sprocket
until it bottoms out.
148. Release the snap ring and then pull up on the driven sprocket until the snap ring locks
into its groove.
HINT: A click sound can be heard when the snap ring locks in place.
Driven sprocket
Sprockets
and chain
Snap ring
Figure 178
Figure 179
149. Install the original thrust bearing onto
the drive sprocket.
HINT: Install the thrust bearing with the
exposed bearings facing up.
Drive sprocket
Thrust bearing
Figure 180
150. Rotate the input shaft by hand to
confirm that the chain, pump and shaft
rotate freely.
Input shaft
151. Install the new O-ring onto the input
shaft.

Use a new O-ring (non-reusable).

Apply CVT Fluid to the O-ring
before installation.
O-ring
HINT: See Reference # 7 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 181
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152. Install the CVT case O-ring (oval
O-ring) to the CVT case.

Use a new oval O-ring (nonreusable).

Apply CVT Fluid to the O-ring
before installation.
HINT: See Reference # 11 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
153. Install the lip seal to the CVT case.


O-ring
Figure 182
Use a new lip seal.
Apply CVT Fluid to the lip seal
before installation.
HINT: See Reference # 10 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
154. Confirm that both seals are seated in
their grooves.

Use petroleum jelly to help hold the
seals in place.
155. Replace the two machine cut seals
(Ring Seals) of the reduction gear
assembly, shown in Figure 184 and
Figure 185 as follows:
a. Clean any debris out of the
machined grooves that the two
Ring Seals will be installed into.
Lip seal
Figure 183
These seals are VERY delicate. Handle with care to avoid damage.
HINT: See Reference # 21 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.

Machine cut seals can be ordered in packs of 50. See the part number in the
KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Reduction
gear assembly
Machine
cut seals
Figure 185
Figure 184
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First Groove Seal
Tool (#J-52595-1)
b. Pre-lube both machined grooves with
CVT fluid.
c. Slide the First Groove Seal Tool (#J52595-1) over the reduction gear
shaft.
d. Confirm that it is completely seated.
Reduction
gear assembly
e. Pre-lube both Ring Seals with CVT
fluid.
Figure 186
Seal Driver (#J-52595-3)
f. Place one (1) Ring Seal onto the
First Groove Seal Tool.
g. Slide the Seal Driver (#J-52595-3)
over the First Groove Seal Tool.
h. Gently push the Ring Seal onto the
first groove.
Ring
seal
First
groove
i. Remove the First Groove Seal Tool.
Figure 187
Second Groove Seal
Tool (#J-52595-2)
j. Slide the Second Groove Seal Tool
(#J-52595-2) over the reduction gear
shaft.

Confirm that it is completely
seated
Reduction
gear assembly
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Figure 188
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Seal Driver (#J-52595-3)
k. Place one (1) Ring Seal onto the
Second Groove Seal Tool.
l.
Slide the Seal Driver (#J-52595-3)
over the Second Groove Seal Tool.
n. Remove the Second Groove Seal
Tool.

Ring
Seal
Second
groove
m. Gently push the ring seal onto the
second groove.
Figure 189
Confirm that both of the Ring Seals are not protruding in any direction.
HINT: If the reduction gear shaft is not going to be immediately installed, the
Split Ring Seal Cover (#J-52595-4) can be slid over both ring seals to prevent
damage.
In the following step use extreme care when installing the final drive and
reduction gear assembly to avoid damage to components/seals.

The machine cut seals are VERY delicate and will damage easily if forced.

The reduction gear assembly should seat without any additional force.

If the reduction gear assembly does not seat, remove it and confirm that the
machine cut seals are in place and centered in their grooves.
156. Confirm that the thrust bearing is in
place in the bottom of the reduction
gear assembly bore.
Thrust bearing
Reduction gear
assembly bore
Figure 190
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157. Install the final drive and reduction
gear assembly together into the CVT
case.

If the reduction gear assembly
does not seat, remove it and
confirm that machine cut seals are
in place and centered in their
grooves.
158. Rotate the final drive by hand to
confirm that it rotates freely.
Final drive
Figure 191
Install the Torque Converter Housing
159. Place the original thrust washer on the
torque converter housing.

Thrust washer
Torque converter
housing
Apply petroleum jelly to the mating
surface side of the washer to hold
the washer on the converter
housing.
HINT: Both sides of the thrust washer
are the same, orientation is not critical.
Figure 192
160. Remove any remaining CVT fluid on the sealing surfaces of the torque converter
housing and the CVT case.
HINT: Brake cleaner is acceptable to remove remaining CVT fluid.
To prevent possible CVT damage, prevent any debris from entering into
the torque converter housing or the CVT case.
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161. Apply sealant to the CVT case side of the torque converter housing to CVT case
mating surface.

Sealant bead diameter: 2.0 mm
Sealant:
 Loctite 5460 (See the PARTS INFORMATION on page 140 of this bulletin)
 Color: Pink
IMPORTANT:
 Confirm that the mating surfaces are clean before applying sealant.
 Make sure that the starting point and the ending point of the sealant is
between two bolt holes. Overlap both ends of the bead by 3 – 5 mm.
 If the Guide Pins were removed to clean the case surfaces, reinstall them
now.
Be careful not to contact or contaminate the sealant. If the sealant has
been disturbed or contaminated in any way before case assembly, remove the
sealant completely and re-apply to prevent possible leaks.
Overlap
3-5 mm
Figure 193
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162. Install the torque converter housing onto the CVT case with nineteen (19) new bolts
and torque to the following pattern shown in Figure 194.
NOTE: If the torque converter housing does not fully seat, the CVT may not be in
Drive.

Use new bolts.
HINT: See Reference # 9 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
 Bolt torque: 27.1 N•m (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lbs.)
IMPORTANT: Tighten the bolts in specific order shown below.
HINT: The bolts not visible in Figure 194 are indicated with a dotted green circle.
1
5
3
17
18
11
10
16
9
15
12
8
7
19
6
14
13
4
2
Figure 194
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Install the Control Valve and Oil Pan
163. Rotate the CVT assembly so that the
torque converter housing side is facing
down.
Terminal
assembly
164. Make sure that the terminal assembly
is attached to the bracket of the new
control valve (Figure 195).
O-ring
HINT:


Bracket
Apply CVT Fluid to the O-ring of
the terminal connector.
See Reference # 1 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE.
Figure 195
165. Install the new control valve assembly
into the CVT case.

Insert the terminal assembly
through the hole of the CVT case,
and then push the new control
valve horizontally with even
pressure to seat the control valve
completely.
HINT: A clicking sound may be heard
as the new control valve is seated to
the CVT case.
Figure 196
166. First tighten all eleven (11) original
control valve bolts circled in yellow
finger tight by hand, and then tighten
to the specified bolt torque below.
Control valve bolts
These bolts are easily
stripped. Use care to not over-torque
as this can damage the CVT.

87 mm (3.4 inches) long bolt.
11 pieces
 Bolt torque:
7.9 N•m, (0.80 kg-m, 70 inlbs.)
Manual valve
Figure 197
HINT: The manual valve may slide
down and interfere with CVT case.
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167. Install the original manual plate to the
manual shaft with the original spring
washer and lock nut.

Use an adjustable wrench on the
transmission range switch side of
the manual rod to keep the shaft
from rotating while tightening.

Nut torque:
21.7 N•m (2.2 kg-m, 16 ft-lbs.)
Nut and washer
Manual plate
Figure 198
168. Confirm that the new O-ring is on the
new oil strainer.

Apply CVT Fluid to the O-ring
before installation.
HINT:


O-ring
The new oil strainer comes with a
new O-ring.
See Reference # 3 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 199
169. Install the new oil strainer to the control
valve with the three (3) original bolts.

12 mm (0.5 inches) long bolt,
3 pieces
3 Bolts
 Bolt torque:
7.9 N•m (0.80 kg-m, 70 in-lbs.)
Oil strainer
Figure 200
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170. Remove the magnets from the CVT oil pan.
HINT: The CVT oil pan may come with two (2) or three (3) magnets.
171. Clean the magnets.
172. Clean the CVT oil pan.
173. Reinstall the magnets to the CVT oil pan in their original positions.
174. Install the CVT oil pan with a new oil
pan gasket using the original bolts.
 Bolt torque:
5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)
HINT: See Reference # 2 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 201
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Seal the Sub-assembly Cover
175. Confirm the torque converter housing
side is facing down.
Side cover
176. Remove the two temporary side
cover bolts.
Figure 202
177. Remove the two pulley bearing
retainer bolts.

Pulley bearing
retainer bolts
These bolts will be reused later in
this procedure.
Figure 203
178. Remove the side cover.

Use a slide hammer (J-25721-A) if
needed.

There are three slide hammer tool
locations on the side cover.
HINT: Figure 204 shown with side
cover removed.
Figure 204
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179. Install the original lubrication tube into
the CVT case.

Place the fluid jet nozzle under the
CVT belt and then insert the
lubrication tube into the CVT case.
To avoid damage to the
CVT belt, take care not to contact the
CVT belt with any tools during tube
installation.
Lubrication
tube
Figure 205
Lubrication
tube bolt
180. Install the original lubrication tube bolt.

16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolt.
 Bolt torque:
6.8 N•m (0.70 kg-m, 60 in-lb).
Lubrication
tube
Figure 206
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181. Apply sealant to the side cover sealing surface of the CVT case.

Sealant bead diameter: 2.0 mm
Sealant:
 Loctite 5460 (See the PARTS INFORMATION on page 140 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.
Be careful not to contact or contaminate the sealant. If the sealant has
been disturbed or contaminated in any way before side cover assembly is installed,
remove the sealant completely and reapply to prevent possible leaks.
Overlap
3 mm to 5 mm
Figure 207
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Assembly Guide
Pins, Pulley Bracket
(Guide Pin J-52272)
182. Screw in Guide Pin (J-52272) to either
one of the two female bolt threads of
the pulley bearing retainer.

Case
bolt hole
Place the guide pin next to the
case bolt hole as shown in Figure
208.
Figure 208
183. Install the side cover.
184. Install eleven (11) new side cover
bolts, and then torque all of the side
cover bolts to the specified torque in
the sequence shown in Figure 209.

1
3
5
9
10
Side cover
32.8 mm (1.3 inches) long bolt,
11 pieces
8
11
 Bolt torque:
27.1 N•m (2.8 kg-m, 20 ft-lbs.)
7
HINT: See Reference # 6 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
6
2
4
Figure 209
185. Remove the O-rings that came on the
new bearing retainer bolts and replace
them with new O-rings from PARTS
INFORMATION on page 140.
HINT: See Reference # 8 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
186. Screw in one (1) original pulley bearing
retainer bolt, hand tight.
Pulley retainer bolts
Side
cover
Figure 210
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187. Remove the Guide Pin (J-52272) and
then install the other pulley bearing
retainer bolt, hand tight.
Guide Pin
188. Torque the two pulley bearing retainer
bolts to specified torque.
 Bolt torque:
28.8 N•m, (2.90 kg-m, 21 ft-lbs.)
Figure 211
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Install and Adjust the Transmission Range Switch
189. Rotate the manual lever to the “N”
position (two clicks counterclockwise
from the left hard stop).
Manual
lever
Guide hole
190. Remove the lock nut, washer and
manual lever from the manual shaft.

They will be reused.
191. Adjust the transmission range switch
position as follows:
a. Install the alignment pin (#J-523062) into the Transmission Range
Switch Alignment Bracket (#J52306-1) as shown in Figure 213.
b. Attach the combined alignment tool
onto the manual shaft as shown in
Figure 214 with part number facing
out.
HINT: The combined alignment tool
will only insert into the transmission
range switch while in Neutral.


Transmission range switch may
need to be rotated to allow pin
to align.
Alignment pin will insert into
guide hole in the transmission
range switch (Figure 212).
Lock nut,
washer
Figure 212
Alignment Pin
(#J-52306-2)
Transmission Range Switch
Alignment Bracket (#J-52306-1)
Figure 213
c. Install the two original bolts for the
transmission range switch
(Figure 214).
Transmission
range switch
 Bolt torque:
5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 50 in-lbs.)
o Remove the adjustment tool
when complete.
192. Install the manual lever to the manual
shaft.
a. Set the original manual lever onto
the manual shaft.
b. Install the washer and the lock nut.
c. Torque the lock nut.

Part number
facing out
Figure 214
Nut torque:
16.3 N•m (1.7 kg-m, 12 ft-lbs.)
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Install Exterior CVT Parts
193. Install the differential side oil seal to the CVT case (Figure 215).

Use a new oil seal (non-reusable). See Reference # 18 in the KIT PARTS
REFERENCE TABLE.

Apply CVT Fluid to the oil seal before installation.

Drive the differential side oil seal in until the amount of oil seal protrusion from the
CVT case edge matches dimension C shown in Figure 216.
CVT Case
Differential
Seal Installer
#J-52281
Dimension C: 1.8 ± 0.5 mm,
(0.071 ± 0.020 in)
Figure 216
Figure 215
194. Install the differential side oil seal to the converter housing (Figure 217).

Use a new oil seal (non-reusable). See Reference # 18 in the KIT PARTS
REFERENCE TABLE.

Apply CVT Fluid to the oil seal before installation.

Drive the differential side oil seal in until the amount of oil seal protrusion from the
torque converter housing edge matches Dimension D shown in Figure 218.
CVT Case
Differential
Seal Installer
#J-52281
Dimension C: 1.8 ± 0.5 mm,
(0.071 ± 0.020 in)
Figure 218
Figure 217
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195. Install the torque converter housing oil seal to the torque converter housing
(Figure 219).

Use a new oil seal (non-reusable). See Reference # 17 in the KIT PARTS
REFERENCE TABLE.

Apply CVT Fluid to the oil seal before installation.

Drive the converter housing oil seal evenly so that converter housing oil seal sits
below the case by Dimension E as shown in Figure 220.
CVT2 Oil Pump
Seal Installer
#J-52278
Dimension E: 1.3 ± 0.5 mm,
(0.051 ± 0.020 in)
Figure 220
Figure 219
196. Install a new fluid filter to the CVT
case.
CVT fluid filter

Make sure the grommet is
attached to the fluid filter.

Apply CVT Fluid to the grommet of
the fluid filter.
HINT: See Reference # 16 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 221
197. Install the new O-ring to the fluid filter
cover.

O-ring
Apply CVT fluid to the O-ring.
HINT: See Reference # 15 in the KIT
PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.
Figure 222
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198. Install the fluid filter cover to the CVT
case as follows:
Side cover tab
a. Locate the tab of the fluid filter
cover near the tab of the side cover
as shown in Figure 223.
b. Push the fluid filter cover onto the
CVT case.
Fluid filter
cover tab
c. Rotate the fluid filter cover
clockwise, and then match the bolt
hole of the fluid filter cover and the
bolt hole of the CVT case.
CVT case
bolt hole
Figure 223
 Confirm that the fluid filter tab is
underneath the side cover tab.
d. Install the original bolt.

Fluid filter tab underneath
the side cover tab
16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolt.
Fluid filter
cover bolt
 Bolt torque:
6.8 N•m
(0.70 kg-m, 60 in-lbs.)
Fluid filter cover
Figure 224
199. Install new O-rings to the original output speed sensor, primary pulley speed sensor
and secondary pulley speed sensor and then install them to the CVT.

The sensor O-rings are one-time use parts. Do not-reuse.
HINT: See Reference # 19 in the KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE.

Apply CVT Fluid to the O-rings before installation.

16 mm (0.6 inches) long bolts.
 Bolt torque: 5.6 N•m (0.60 kg-m, 52 in-lbs.)
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Secondary
speed sensor
Primary speed
sensor
Figure 225
Figure 226
Figure 227
Output speed
sensor
Figure 228
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200. Place the CVT on a work surface with
the oil pan side facing down.
201. Install the original torque converter.
Locate the two oil pump
engagement tabs on the end of the
torque converter snout horizontally
while inserting to avoid damaging the
torque converter oil seal.
Torque converter
Figure 229
202. Measure dimension A to confirm that
the torque converter is installed to the
correct position (Figure 230).

Dimension A: 14.4 mm (0.567 in)
Figure 230
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Install the CVT Assembly
203. Install the CVT assembly into the vehicle.

Refer to the ESM for CVT installation, TRANSMISSION & DRIVELINE >
TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION > CVT: RE0F11A > UNIT REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION.
204. Connect both battery cables, negative cable last.
205. Fill the transmission with CVT fluid.

Refer to the ESM for filling and adjusting the CVT fluid level, TRANSMISSION &
DRIVELINE > TRANSAXLE & TRANSMISSION > CVT: RE0F11A > PERIODIC
MAINTENANCE > CVT FLUID.
206. Reset/reinitialize systems as needed.

Refer to the ESM, section GENERAL INFORMATION > GENERAL
INFORMATION > BASIC INSPECTION > ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN
REMOVING BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL, for a listing of systems that
require reset/initialization after reconnecting the 12V battery.

This list often includes items such as radio, power windows, clock, sunroof, etc.
Proceed to the next page.
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ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL VALVE OR TRANSAXLE
ASSEMBLY
The following procedures, starting on the next page, must be performed in this order:
a. TCM REPROGRAMING….……………………………..……….…..…….Page 107
b. CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT………………………...……….….Page 127
c. ERASING THE LEARNING VALUE……….………………..……..……..Page 132
d. CONFORM CVTF DETERIORTN………………………….………..…….Page 134
e. AUXILIARY GEARBOX CLUTCH POINT LEARNING…………...……Page 137
f. ERASE DTCS……………………………………………………………….Page 139
Proceed to the next page.
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TCM Reprogramming
IMPORTANT: Repairs performed for this bulletin require CONSULT-III plus (C-III plus)
Diagnostic result reporting function-Setting be turned ON and Diagnosis (All Systems) be
performed. If not done, it may result in a repair being non-warrantable.
IMPORTANT: Before starting, make sure:
 ASIST on the CONSULT PC has been synchronized (updated) to the current date.
 All C-III plus software updates (if any) have been installed.
 The CONSULT PC is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or cable).
HINT:

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.
207. Connect the plus Vehicle Interface (plus VI) to the vehicle.
Make sure the plus VI is securly connected. If the plus VI connection is
loose during reprogramming, the process will be interrupted and the TCM may be
damaged.
208. Connect the AC Adapter to the CONSULT PC.
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.
209. Connect a battery maintainer or smart charger, set to reflash mode or a similar setting,
to the vehicle battery.
Be sure the battery maintainer or smart charger is connected securely
to the battery. Make sure the battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V
during reprogramming. If the battery voltage goes out of this range during
reprogramming, the TCM may be damaged.
210. Turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices (e.g., cell phones, printers, etc.) within range
of the CONSULT PC and the VI.
Make sure to turn OFF all external Bluetooth® devices. If Bluetooth®
signal waves are within range of the CONSULT PC and the VI during
reprogramming, reprogramming may be interrupted and the TCM may be
damaged.
211. Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF.

The engine must not start or run during the reprogramming procedure.
212. Turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads such as exterior lights, interior lights, HVAC,
blower, rear defogger, audio, NAVI, seat heater, steering wheel heater, etc.
Make sure to turn OFF all vehicle electrical loads. Make sure the
battery voltage stays between 12.0V and 15.5V during reprogramming. If the
battery voltage goes out of this range during reprogramming, the TCM may be
damaged.
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213. Connect the CONSULT PC to the vehicle to begin the reprogramming procedure.
214. Start C-III plus.
215. Wait for the plus VI to be recognized.

The serial number will display when the plus VI is recognized.
216. Select Re/programming, Configuration.
Plus VI is
recognized
Figure 231
217. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
218. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read.
219. Select Next.
Figure 232
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220. If the screen in Figure 233 displays, select Automatic Selection(VIN).

If the screen in Figure 233 does not display, continue to step 221.
Example
Figure 233
221. Make sure VIN or Chassis # matches the vehicle’s VIN.
222. If the correct VIN is displayed, select Confirm.
Figure 234
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223. Select Confirm.
Figure 235
224. Select TRANSMISSION.
Figure 236
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225. Select Reprogramming.
Figure 237
226. Follow the on-screen instructions; maintain the following conditions:
a. Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF.
b. Press the brake pedal.
c. Press the accelerator pedal between ¼ and ½.
d. Put the shift selector in R.
227. Select Start.
Figure 238
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228. When COMPLETED is displayed, select Next.
Figure 239
229. Operate the ignition per the on screen instructions.
Ignition status
Timer
Progress display
Figure 240
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230. When OK is displayed, select Next.
Figure 241
231. Move the shift selector to P, then select Next.
Figure 242
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232. Operate the shift selector per the on screen instructions.
a. Move the shift selector; P>R>N>D>P
b. Confirm the center display meter indicates the correct selector position.
233. Select Next.
Figure 243
234. Find the TCM Part Number
(Figure 244) and write it on
the repair order.
NOTE: This is the current
Part Number (P/N).
235. Compare the P/N you wrote
down to the numbers in the
Current TCM Part Number
column in Table B on page
115.
Figure 244
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236. Comparison results:

If there is a match, continue with the reprogramming procedure.

If there is not a match, reprogramming is not needed. Skip to step 265 on page
127.
Table B
MODEL
Sentra
YEAR
2018
2019
CURRENT TCM PART NUMBER: 31036 5UD0A, 5UD0B, 5UD0C
9AE2A, 9AE2B, 9AE2C, 9AE2D
237. Select Save.
238. Use arrows (if needed) to view and read all precautions.
239. Check the box confirming the precautions have been read and then select Next.
Figure 245
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240. Read the Current Part Number and Part Number After Reprogramming. They
should be different.
241. Select Next.
These numbers
should be
different
Figure 246
242. Make sure OK is highlighted green (battery voltage must be between 12.0 and 15.5
Volts).
243. Select Next.
IMPORTANT: Battery voltage must stay between 12.0 and 15.5 Volts during
reprogramming or TCM reprogramming may be interrupted and TCM may be
damaged.
Monitor battery
voltage here
Figure 247
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NOTE: In the next step, the reprogramming process will begin when Start is selected.
244. Select Start.
Figure 248
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
If a screen displays asking for “Please select your user group”, select USA/CANADA
Dealers.

Before reprogramming will start, you will be required to enter your User Name and
Password.
 The CONSULT PC must be connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or cable).
 If you do not know your User Name and Password, contact your service
manager.
Figure 249
245. Wait for both progress bars to complete.
Figure 250
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246. When the screen in Figure 251 displays, the reprogramming is complete.
NOTE: If the screen in Figure 251 does not display (which indicates reprogramming
did not complete), skip to TCM RECOVERY on page 126.
247. Disconnect the battery maintainer/smart charger from the vehicle.
248. Select Next.
Figure 251
NOTE: Additional steps/operations are required before C-III plus will provide the final
reprogramming confirmation report. Continue to step 249 on page 120 to complete
the reprogramming procedure.
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249. Confirm the Transmission Fluid temperature judgment is OK, then select Next.

If the judgement is NG, drive the vehicle to warm the transmission until the
judgement changes to OK.
Figure 252
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250. Follow the on-screen
instructions while
maintaining the following
conditions:
a. Parking brake set.
b. Turn the ignition ON,
with the engine OFF.
c. Press the brake pedal.
d. Press the accelerator
pedal between ¼ and
½.
Figure 253
e. Put the shift selector
in R.
251. Select Erase DTC.
252. Follow the on-screen
instructions while
maintaining the following
conditions:
a. Parking brake set.
b. Ignition ON, with the
engine OFF.
c. Fully depress the
accelerator pedal.
d. Put the shift selector
in R.
Figure 254
253. Select Start.
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254. When COMPLETED is displayed, select Next.
Figure 255
255. Operate the ignition per the on-screen instructions.
Ignition status
Timer
Progress display
Figure 256
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256. When OK is displayed, select Next.
Figure 257
257. Operate the shift selector per the on-screen instructions.
a. Move the shift selector to P, then move P>R>N>D>P.
b. Confirm the center display meter indicates the correct selector position.
258. Select Next.
Figure 258
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259. Follow the on-screen instructions to erase all DTCs:
a. Turn the ignition OFF.
b. Turn the ignition ON.
c. Wait for DTC erase to complete.
260. Select Next.
Turn ignition ON > OFF > ON
Figure 259
261. When the entire reprogramming process is complete, the screen in Figure 260 on
page 125 will display.
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262. Verify the before and after part numbers are different.
263. Print a copy of this screen (Figure 260) and attach it to the repair order.
264. Select Confirm.
Figure 260
HINT: If you cannot print the above screen:
a. Select Screen Capture.
b. Name the file.
c. Save the file in My Documents.

A copy of the screen is now saved in the CONSULT PC. It can be
retrieved and printed at a later time.
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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 261:

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 261
If reprogramming does not complete and the “X” icon displays as shown in
Figure 262:

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.

Select Home, and restart the
reprogram procedure from the
beginning.
Figure 262
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CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT
265. Navigate C-III plus to the screen shown in Figure 263.

Diagnosis (All Systems) > TRANSMISSION > Work support
266. Select CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT.
267. Select Start.
Figure 263
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268. Follow the on-screen instructions; maintain the following conditions:
a. Turn the ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
b. Press the brake pedal.
c. Press the accelerator pedal between ¼ and ½.
d. Put the shift selector in R.
269. Select Start.
Figure 264
270. Release the accelerator and brake (shift selector remains in R).
271. Turn the ignition OFF, then wait 10 seconds.
Figure 265
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272. Turn the ignition ON, then wait 10 seconds.
Figure 266
273. Turn the ignition OFF, then wait 10 seconds.
Figure 267
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274. Turn the ignition ON.
275. Move shift selector to P.
Figure 268
276. When Completed is displayed, select End.
Figure 269
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277. Does the pop-up notification in Figure 270 display?
YES: TCM Programming is not correct for the installed control valve. Select OK, then
return to step 207 on page 107.
NO: Proceed to step 278 on page 132.
If this notification
displays, perform
TCM
Reprogramming
Figure 270
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ERASE LEARNING VALUE
278. Navigate C-III plus to the screen shown in Figure 271.

Diagnosis (All Systems) > TRANSMISSION > Work support
279. Select ERASE LEARNING VALUE.
280. Select Start.
Figure 271
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281. Follow the on-screen instructions while maintaining the following conditions:
a. Parking brake set.
b. Ignition ON, with the engine OFF.
c. Put the shift selector in R.
d. Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
282. Select Start.
Figure 272
283. When COMPLETED is displayed, select End.
Figure 273
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CONFORM CVTF DETERIORTN
284. Navigate C-III plus to the screen shown in Figure 274.

Diagnosis (All Systems) > TRANSMISSION > Work support
285. Select CONFORM CVTF DETERIORTN.
286. Select Start.
Figure 274
287. Select Start.
Figure 275
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288. Select Clear.
Figure 276
289. Select Yes.
Figure 277
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290. When CVFT DETERIORATION DATE changes to “0”, select End.
0
Figure 278
291. Start the engine.
292. Set the parking brake.
293. Turn OFF the A/C.
294. Bring the engine to normal operating temperature range.
295. Confirm the CVT fluid temperature is over 122°F (50°C).
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AUXILIARY GEARBOX CLUTCH POINT LEARNING
296. Navigate C-III plus to the screen shown in Figure 279.

Diagnosis (All Systems) > TRANSMISSION > Work support
297. Select Auxiliary gearbox clutch point learning.
298. Select Start.
Figure 279
299. Follow the on-screen instructions in Figure 280 and then select Start.
Figure 280
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300. With the brake pedal still applied, move the CVT selector lever into the D position.

Figure 281 will be displayed after shifting into D position.
NOTE: The Current status will show EXECUTING, but until the vehicle is shifted into
the D position Auxiliary gearbox clutch point learning will not begin.
Figure 281
301. Continue to press the brake pedal until the Current status shows “Completed” as
shown in Figure 283 on page 139.
HINT: This may take several minutes to complete.
Figure 282
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302. When Completed is displayed, select End.
Figure 283
303. Shift the vehicle into Park, turn the ignition OFF and release the brake pedal.
304. Perform Auxiliary Gearbox Clutch Point Learning (steps 296 to 303) one additional
time (a total of two times).
Erase DTCs
305. Use C-III plus to erase any transmission DTCs that may have stored.
306. Turn OFF C-III plus.
307. Disconnect C-III plus from the vehicle.
308. Verify the CVT operates normally and no abnormal noises are heard during a test
drive.
Procedure complete.
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PARTS INFORMATION
Belt and Pulley with Control Valve Repair (Sub-Assembly Repair)
DESCRIPTION
KIT-CONTROL VALVE
KIT-PULLEY
KIT-OIL PUMP
Loctite 5460 Sealant (1) (2)
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid (1) (2)
Additional Engagement Tool O-Rings (5)
Lens Swab packet
PART #
QUANTITY
3170E-X428C
1
31214-3JX9B
1
31340-X429E
1
999MP-LT5460P
(3) (4)
999MP-CV0NS3 As needed
11440
As needed
J-51963
(6)
****Single use parts that are not included in the above kits****
DESCRIPTION
CLIP (air breather hose clip)
GASKET - INTAKE ADAPTER (throttle body gasket)
GASKET - INTAKE MANIFOLD
PIN - COTTER
NUT - LOCK, FRONT WHEEL BEARING
WASHER (wheel hub lock nut washer)
NUT (stabilizer connecting rod to front strut)
NUT (outer socket)
CLAMP (for water hose and heater thermostat assembly)
SEAL - O RING (fill tube)
WASHER – SPRING (manual plate)
NUT - HEX (manual plate)
WASHER-DRAIN (CVT Oil Pan Drain Plug Gasket)
PART # PREFIX
24225
16175
14035
40073
40262
40037
01225
01223
16439
31084
08915
08911
11026
QUANTITY
2
1
1
2
2
2
2
2
2
1
1
1
1
Refer to the footnotes on the next page.
Control Valve only Repair
DESCRIPTION
KIT-CONTROL VALVE
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid (1) (2)
Additional Engagement Tool O-Rings (5)
Lens Swab packet
PART #
QUANTITY
3170E-X428C
1
999MP-CV0NS3 As needed
11440
As needed
J-51963
(6)
****Single use parts that are not included in the above kit****
DESCRIPTION
WASHER – SPRING (manual plate)
NUT - HEX (manual plate)
SEAL O - Ring (secondary speed sensor)
WASHER-DRAIN (CVT Oil Pan Drain Plug Gasket)
PART # PREFIX QUANTITY
08915
1
08911
1
31526
1
11026
1
Refer to the footnotes on the next page.
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PARTS INFORMATION (continued)
CVT Assembly Replacement
DESCRIPTION
CVT Assembly
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid (1) (2)
PART #
QUANTITY
(7)
1
999MP-CV0NS3 As needed
****Single use parts that are not included with the CVT Assembly****
DESCRIPTION
CLIP (air breather hose clip)
GASKET - INTAKE ADAPTER (throttle body gasket)
GASKET - INTAKE MANIFOLD
PIN - COTTER
NUT - LOCK, FRONT WHEEL BEARING
WASHER (wheel hub lock nut washer)
NUT (stabilizer connecting rod to front strut)
NUT (outer socket)
CLAMP (for water hose and heater thermostat assembly)
SEAL - O RING (fill tube)
WASHER-DRAIN (CVT Oil Pan Drain Plug Gasket)
PART # PREFIX QUANTITY
24225
2
16175
1
14035
1
40073
2
40262
2
40037
2
01225
2
01223
2
16439
2
31084
1
11026
1
(1) For warranty repairs, Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid and Loctite 5460 Sealant must be used.
For customer pay repairs, Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid and Loctite 5460 Sealant or their
equivalents are recommended.
(2) Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid and Loctite 5460 Sealant 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) One container of Loctite 5460 Sealant is good for approximately 5 repairs. This sealant
is not included in any kit.
(4) Bill out Loctite 5460 Sealant (or equivalent) under expense code 008. Do not include
the Loctite 5460 Sealant part number on the claim.
(5) Engagement tool will initially come with 10 O-rings. Additional O-rings are available from
Tech•Mate online: www.nissantechmate.com or by phone: 1-800-662-2001.
(6) Shop supply.
(7) Refer to the Electronic Parts Catalog for the correct part number.
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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
If pan inspection shows excessive large debris and CVT is replaced
OPERATION
PFP
OP CODE
(1)
JX49AA
JD01AA
JD023A
Inspect CVT Pan for Excessive Debris = NG
Replace CVT
SYM DIA FRT
0.3
ZE
32
(2)
(1) Reference the Electronic Parts Catalog and use the applicable CVT assembly part
number as the Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time (FRT).
OR
If P17F0 IS stored and Sub-assembly is replaced (no Belt or Pulse Rotor inspection
required)
OPERATION
PFP
CVT R&R
Replace Control Valve with P17F0 stored
Replace CVT Sub-assembly
Reprogram TCM
(1)
OP CODE
JD01AA
JD023A
JX56AA
JX45AA
JE99AA
SYM DIA FRT
(2)
ZE
32
0.8
3.0
(2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table and use the Kit-Pulley Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time (FRT).
OR
If P17F0 is NOT stored, Belt inspection is performed and Sub-assembly is replaced (Belt
inspection shows signs of belt slip, NG)
OPERATION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM DIA FRT
JD01AA
JD023A
CVT R&R
Inspect CVT Belt, Belt = NG (Includes
control valve R&I)
Replace CVT Sub-assembly
Reprogram TCM
(1)
JX36AA
JX45AA
JE99AA
(2)
ZE
32
1.2
3.0
(2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table and use the Kit-Pulley Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time (FRT).
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OR
If P17F0 is NOT stored, Belt inspection and Pulse Rotor inspection is performed, and Subassembly is replaced (Belt inspection is OK, but Pulse Rotor inspection is abnormal, NG)
OPERATION
PFP
OP CODE
(1)
JD01AA
JD023A
JX61AA
JX45AA
JE99AA
CVT R&R
CVT Belt and Pulse Rotor Inspection with C/V R&I
Replace CVT Sub-assembly
Reprogram TCM
SYM DIA FRT
(2)
ZE
32
1.4
3.0
(2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table and use the Kit-Pulley Part Number as the
Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time (FRT).
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE
008
DESCRIPTION
Sealant
MAX AMOUNT
$12.46
OR
If P17F0 is NOT stored, Belt and Pulse Rotor inspection are performed, and only Control
Valve is replaced (Belt inspection shows NO signs of belt slip, and Pulse Rotor inspection
is NOT abnormal, OK)
OPERATION
Inspect CVT Belt, Belt = OK
Pulse Rotor Inspection
Replace Control Valve (Valve Body)
Reprogram TCM
PFP
(1)
OP CODE
JX37AA
JX60AA
JD48AA
JE99AA
SYM DIA FRT
0.4
0.2
ZE 32
(2)
(2)
(1) Reference the PARTS INFORMATION table and use the Kit-Control Valve Part Number
as the Primary Failed Part (PFP).
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time (FRT).
NOTE: FRT allows adequate time to access DTCs. No other diagnostic procedures
subsequently required. Do NOT claim any diagnostic OP Codes with this claim.
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KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE
NOTE:
 This table is for reference only. Part numbers listed cannot be ordered individually.

These part numbers are for identification of the correct part within the kit (part
number is listed on the bag for each individual part).

Some parts have more than one part number listed. In this case, one of the part
numbers listed will be in the kit.
KIT-CONTROL VALVE (3170E-X428B) PARTS REFERENCE
(Kit Content)
REFERENCE
#
1
2
3
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
QTY:
VALVE ASSY - CONTROL (Control valve)
GASKET - OIL PAN (Oil pan gasket)
31705-X428B
31397-3JX0A
31728-3XX0A
or 31728-3XX0B
or 31728-3JX0B
1
1
STRAINER ASSY - OIL, AUTO TRANS
(Oil pan strainer)
1
KIT-PULLEY (31214-3JX9B) PARTS REFERENCE (Kit Content)
REFERENCE
#
DESCRIPTION
5
PULLEY ASSY
(Sub assembly: Belt & Pulley)
SNAP RING KIT (Snap ring kit)
6
BOLT (Side cover bolts)
7
SEAL - O RING (Input shaft O ring)
8
SEAL - O RING
4
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PART NUMBER
31209-3JX9B
31506-3JX8B
31377-3JX0E
or 31377-X420B
or 31377-3XX2B
or 31377-X424C
31526-3MX0A
or 31526-X420C
or 31526-3XX0C
31526-8E000
or 31526-28X0C
QTY:
1
1
11
1
2
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KIT-OIL PUMP (31340-X429E) PARTS REFERENCE (Kit Content)
REFERENCE
#
DESCRIPTION
9
BOLT (Torque converter case bolts)
10
SEAL - LIP (Lip seal)
11
SEAL - O RING (Case O ring)
12
PIN - RET (Manual shaft roll pin)
13
PUMP ASSY - OIL (Oil pump)
14
GSKT - OIL PUMP (Oil pump gasket)
15
SEAL - O RING (Oil filter cover O ring)
16
FLTR ASSY - OIL,AUTO TRANS (Oil filter)
17
SEAL ASSY - OIL (Torque converter Seal)
18
20
SEAL - OIL,DIFF (Axle seals)
SEAL-O RING
(Primary/Secondary/Output Sensor O-ring)
SLEEVE - OIL DIST
21
RING - SEAL
19
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PART NUMBER
31377-X420B
or 31377-3JX0E
or 31377-3XX2B
or 31377-X424C
31528-1XZ0A
or 31528-1XA01
or 31528-1XX0A
31526-X420B
or 31526-50X0D
or 31526-3JX0B
or 31526-3XX0B
31906-1XF0A
31340-X420B
or 31340-3JX0D
or 31340-X420A
or 31340-3XX0B
31366-3JX0B
or 31366-3JX0A
or 31366-3XX0A
31526-3JX3A
or 31526-3JX1B
31726-28X0A
or 31726-3JX0A
or 31726-3XX0A
31375-3JX1A
QTY:
19
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
38342-3VX0A
2
31526-1XG0C
3
31374 80X01
1
31525 3JX0B
or 31525 X420A
2
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PART KITS VISUAL REFERENCE

Figure 284 and Figure 285 show the smaller components of individual kits.

KIT- CONTROL VALVE is not shown.
KIT-PULLEY. Sub-assembly not shown
Figure 284
KIT-OIL PUMP
Figure 285
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CVT Assembly Replacement Approval Procedures
If CVT 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 abnormalities 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).
AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE REFERENCE DESCRIPTION
May 19, 2020
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Original bulletin published
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