19. Disconnect C-III plus from the vehicle.
20. Refer to the flow chart on page 2 to determine next steps.

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TEST DRIVE
IMPORTANT: This part of the Service Procedure is performed only if both of the
following apply:


The customer answers Yes to the Service Advisor Interview (see page 3), and



No DTCs were stored (see page 5).

DTC detection drive pattern for P17F0 / P17F1

NOTE: Perform the following drive pattern in a safe area. Make sure to follow all traffic
regulations.

1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Slowly accelerate, applying only slight accelerator pedal (less than 10% throttle
opening) until 20 mph is reached.


Torque converter engagement (full lock up) can occur around 20 mph.

3. Hold 20 mph (about 1000 rpm for 2 seconds).
4. Slowly accelerate, applying only slight accelerator pedal (less than 10% throttle
opening) until 30 mph is reached.


Keep steady acceleration without releasing pressure on the accelerator.

5. Hold 30 mph for 5 seconds.
6. Release accelerator pedal (0% throttle).
7. Coast to 20 mph, then apply the brakes to slowly bring the vehicle to a stop.
8. Slowly accelerate, applying only slight accelerator pedal (less than 10% throttle
opening) until 20 mph is reached.


Torque converter engagement (full lock up) can occur around 20 mph.

9. Hold 20 mph (about 1000 rpm for 2 seconds).

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10. Slowly accelerate, applying only slight accelerator pedal (less than 10% throttle
opening) until 40 mph is reached.


Keep steady acceleration without releasing pressure on the accelerator.

11. Hold 40 mph for 2 seconds.
12. Turn the OD (over drive) OFF.
13. Hold 40 mph for 5 seconds.
14. Turn the OD (over drive) ON.
15. Release accelerator pedal (0% throttle).
16. Coast to 30 mph, then apply the brakes to slowly bring the vehicle to a stop.
17. Repeat steps 1 through 16 for a total of three times.

18. When the test drive is compete, re-check for DTCs (see page 5).


If P017F0 is stored; go to CVT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT on page 25.



If P017F1 is stored; go to CVT CHAIN INSPECTION on the next page.



If neither of the above codes are stored – campaign is compete.

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CVT CHAIN INSPECTION / CONTROL VALVE (VALVE BODY) REMOVAL
IMPORTANT: This part of the Service Procedure is performed only if both of the
following apply:


The customer answers Yes to the Service Advisor Interview (see page 3), and



DTC P07F1 is stored.

1. Remove the valve body.


Before lifting the vehicle:
 Place the transmission gear selector in Neutral.
 Leave the driver door unlatched. A step further in the procedure may require it.



Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section TM-Transmission, for valve
body removal.
NOTE:
o The CVT unit harness connector may be left in place when removing the
valve body assembly.
o The number “7” is on the head of all valve body bolts that need to be
removed. Do not remove any bolt that does not have the number “7”.

CAUTION: Never allow any chemicals or fluids other than NS-3 CVT fluid or
equivalent to enter the CVT assembly. Never allow any foreign debris, dust,
dirt, etc. to enter the CVT assembly.
NOTE: For additional information, see video # 546: “CVT Chain Inspection”. This
video is located under the TECH TRAINING GARAGE VIDEOS tab in Virtual
Academy.

2. Secure the right front tire with a suitable
strap.


This will assist in making the chain turn.

3. Mark the left front tire with a suitable
marking.


This will assure all 360° of the chain is
inspected.
Figure 1C

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4. Using borescope J-51951 with mirror attachment, visually inspect the side of the CVT
chain that comes in contact with the pulley:

NOTE: It is recommended that you review the instructions and Figures on pages 17
through 23 before continuing with the procedure.

a. Insert the borescope into the correct area of the CVT (see Figures 4C - 7C).

b. Slowly and carefully turn the left front tire one full turn in the forward rotation to view
all of the chain.
CAUTION: If the tire is rotated in the rearward rotation, the camera lens may get
caught between the chain and pulley.


Holding the borescope with one hand allows for turning the tire with the other
hand (see Figure 2C).

Figure 2C

NOTE: Reference the photos on pages 22 – 24 for examples of chain
slippage and for comparison to the vehicle you are working on.


First inspect the entirety (360°) of the driver side of the chain that comes in
contact with the pulley (see pages 19 – 20).



If the inspection result is OK on all 360° of driver side of the chain; inspect all
360° of the passenger side of the chain.

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 If no evidence of chain slippage is found on both sides of the chain; go to
VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT on page 26.
 If any evidence of chain slippage is found, go to step 5 below.

5. Evidence of chain slippage was found:
a. Create video of the chain slip/damage and the VIN for PCC (Powertrain Call Center)
CVT replacement authorization.





Use borescope J-51951 to record
a 15 second or less continuous
video of the most severe evidence
of chain slip/damage and the VIN
on the F.M.V.S.S. certification label
(VIN label).

Example
of VIN label
location

For best picture, the camera lens
should be about 10 mm away from
the object being recorded.
Figure 3C

b. The CVT unit requiring replacement will need to be reassembled (valve body
reinstalled) for Nissan parts return/collection.

c. Go to CVT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT on page 25.

NOTE:


The required video must be attached to the Powertrain Call Center CVT
Preauthorization Form (in ASIST) prior to calling for authorization. Failure to
submit a continuous video will cause immediate denial of request for
replacement.



Before starting to record, make sure the camera handle’s AA batteries are
fresh and the LCD monitor’s battery is charged.



The whole video will show as backward, or reversed mirror image. This is
okay.



The required video must show clear evidence of chain slippage and be 15
seconds or less.

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Refer to Figures 4C to 8C for camera lens (borescope) insertion instructions:



Insert the camera lens behind the pulley between the guide rail and the pulley
where shown in Figure 4C (see also Figure 5C – 8C).



Insert approximately 8-9 inches, and then view the side of the chain that contacts
the pulley.

Chain
Pulley
Guide
rail
------

------

Front

Driver side

Insert here for
driver side of chain
Insert here for passenger
side of chain

Figure 4C

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

Figure 5C shows where to insert the camera lens on the driver side of the chain.
Chain
Pulley
Guide
rail
Camera
cable
------

------

------

Figure 5C



Figure 6C shows where to insert the camera lens on the passenger side
of the chain.
Chain
Pulley
Guide
rail
Camera
cable
------

------

------

Figure 6C

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

Figures 7C and 8C show the routing and location of the camera.
NOTE: The CVT’s side cover was removed for easier viewing of camera location.
The side cover is not to be removed at any time during this procedure.

UP

Front of vehicle

Camera lens
positioned behind
plastic guide

Camera
cable

Primary pulley:
Camera cable
routed past
primary pulley

Figure 7C

For best picture,
position camera
lens 10 mm away
from chain
Figure 8C
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Figure 9C: CVT chain

Inspect this side
Inspect this side
Do not inspect
this side
Do not inspect
this side

Figure 10C

Inspect these surfaces

Figure 11C: Close-up of area to be inspected
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Photos in Figure 12C and 13C were taken with borescope J-51951.

OK

OK

Writing will show as
reversed; this is normal
Figure 12C

Figure 13C

OK

Figure 14C

OK

Figure 15C

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Pictures in Figure 16C – 20C were taken with borescope J-51951.
Scuff marks
caused by
slippage

NG

Figure 16C

NG

Figure 17C

NG

Figure 18C

NG

Figure 19C

NG

Figure 20C

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CVT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT: This part of the Service Procedure is performed only if the following
apply:


The customer answers Yes to the Service Advisor Interview (see page 3), and



DTC P17F0 is stored (before or after test drive), or



The chain inspection result is NG.

NOTE:


PCC authorization to replace the CVT assembly is required (see page 50).



If the valve body was removed for chain inspection, it will need to be reinstalled for
Nissan parts return/collection.

1. Remove the CVT assembly from the vehicle.


Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section TM – Transaxle &
Transmission, for removal information.

2. Flush the CVT cooler(s).


IMPORTANT: A CVT Cooler flush is required. Refer to COOLER FLUSH on
page 33.



It may be easier to flush the cooler while the CVT is removed.

3. Install the new CVT assembly into the vehicle.


Refer to the ESM, section TM – Transaxle & Transmission, for installation
information.

4. Go to ERASE / WRITE CALIBRATION DATA WHEN REPLACING CVT or VALVE
BODY on page 38.

IMPORTANT: Check for fluid leaks before returning the vehicle to the customer.

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VALVE BODY REPLACEMENT / INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: This part of the Service Procedure is performed only if the following
apply:


The customer answers Yes to the Service Advisor Interview (see page 3), and



DTC P17F1 is stored (before or after test drive), and



The chain inspection result is OK.

NOTE: Valve body replacement does not require PCC authorization.

1. If the valve body is being replaced, it should have already been removed to inspect the
chain.

2. Confirm that the QR label, control valve and CD part numbers all match before
installing the control valve (refer to page 38).

IMPORTANT: Valve Body installation steps in this bulletin may contain different style
parts than what were originally installed in the CVT. Pay careful attention,
REASSEMBLY MAY NOT BE IDENTICAL TO DISASSEMBLY.

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3. If an oil strainer bracket was removed,
discard it. An oil strainer bracket will not
be used with the new oil strainer.

Oil strainer
bracket

Figure 1D

4. Install a new lip seal.


Do NOT reuse the old lip seal.



Apply a small amount of petroleum
jelly to the lip seal to keep it in place
on the CVT.
Lip seal

Figure 2D

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25 mm bolts

5. Install the valve body with eleven (11)
mounting bolts.
IMPORTANT: Leave Four (4)
holes blank at this step.

bolt

CAUTION: Make sure the wiring harness
does not get pinched (see Figures 4D
and 5D for correct routing).


54 mm long bolt

– 7 pieces



44 mm long bolt

– 2 piece



25 mm long bolt

– 2 piece

44 mm bolts

Figure 3D

CAUTION: The two 25 mm bolts are
installed WITHOUT the strainer