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14. Install the torque converter to the CVT assembly.


Verify the torque converter is installed at the proper depth (see Figure 13J).

 A = 14.4 mm
Converter housing
Measure here

Converter front

A

Straight edge
laid on mating
surface of
converter housing
Figure 13J

15. Attach the QR label (Figure 14J) with the new calibration data onto the transmission
range switch (inhibitor switch Figure 15J).


A QR Label and CD-R are included with the new valve body.



Confirm that the QR label and the CD-R part numbers are the same (Figure 14J).
Inhibitor
switch

CD-R

QR Label

QR Label

Figure 14J

Figure 15J

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Install the CVT Assembly

1. Install the CVT assembly into the vehicle.
NOTE: Refer to the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), section TM – Transaxle &
Transmission, for CVT installation.
External O-ring
to the transfer
case

And then,


2WD vehicles skip to step 2 below:



Vehicles with all-wheel drive, install
the transfer case as follows:

Transfer
case

a. Replace only the external O-ring to
the transfer case and then install
the transfer case to the CVT.


Apply CVT fluid to the O-ring.

NOTE:
 Refer to the ESM, section DLN
– D Driveline, for the transfer
assembly installation.

Figure 16J

 Use extreme caution when installing the axle to the transfer assembly to
avoid seal damage or deformation.
 Properly support and guide the axle.
b. Proceed to step 2.
2. Flush the CVT cooler.

IMPORTANT: A CVT Cooler flush is required. Refer to bulletin NTB15-013 to perform
CVT Cooler flush.
3. Connect both battery cables, negative cable last.

4. Reset/reinitialize systems as needed.


Refer to the ESM, section PG – Power Supply & Ground Elements, for a listing of
systems that require reset/initialization after reconnecting the 12V battery.



Look in the PG section index for ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REMOVING
BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL.



This list often includes items such as radio, power windows, clock, sunroof, etc.

Proceed to the next page.

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5. Perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL VALVE.


Refer to TM – Transaxle & Transmission / RE0F10E / BASIC INSPECTION, and
perform ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING CONTROL VALVE.

IMPORTANT: Check off these additional services as they are completed and attach this
to the repair order when finished.
CHECK
OFF

ADDITIONAL SERVICE PROCEDURE
PRINT CURRENT CALIBRATION DATA
CHECK THE SERIAL NUMBER
WRITE THE DATA
PRINT NEW CALIBRATION DATA
PERFORM CLUTCH POINT LEARNING
PERFORM SELECT LEARNING (DRIVE/REVERSE LEARNING)
ERASE CVT FLUID DEGRADATION LEVEL DATA

6. Verify the CVT operates normally and no abnormal noises are heard during a test drive.

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TROUBLE SHOOTING
The Dummy Cover Will Not Sit Flush
Clutch pack
seated correctly

If the dummy cover does not sit flush, the
clutch pack may not be fully seated.


Figure 1L shows clutch pack fully
seated.



Clutch pack is not fully seated if it is
not below the surface that the dummy
cover bolts to.



Use instructions below to fully seat
clutch pack.

Surface dummy
cover seats on

NOTE: Always handle the clutch pack by
the input shaft.

Figure 1L

Dummy cover

1. Remove the dummy cover.

Figure 2L
O-ring removed
Clutch pack

2. Pull up the clutch pack by the input shaft
to remove the entire clutch pack.


Make sure the O-ring is not installed
at this time, or it could be damaged
during reassembly.

Input shaft

Figure 3L

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Clutch pack

Clutch pack layers

3. Gently using an appropriate tool, align
the layers of the clutch pack.


Bottom of the clutch pack shown in
Figure 4L.

Appropriate
tool
Align layers
Figure 4L

4. Re-insert the entire clutch pack while
holding the input shaft.
5. Gently jiggle the input shaft until the
clutch pack seats below case lip.

Input shaft

6. If the clutch pack does not seat, rotate
back and forth from the input shaft and
jiggle.
7. If the clutch pack still does not seat,
repeat from step 2.

Clutch pack
Figure 5L

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PARTS INFORMATION
REPAIR

DESCRIPTION

PART #

QUANTITY

3170E-29X9C
31214-29X7C

1
1

Sub-assembly
Repair

CONTROL VALVE KIT (5)
BELT-PULLEY KIT
SEAL-O RING (Transfer case to CVT
AWD only)
SEAL-O RING
Loctite 5460 Sealant (1) (4)

33118-3KA0A

1

22180-9NB0A
999MP-LT5460P

2
(2) (3)

Control Valve
Replacement

CONTROL VALVE KIT (5)

3170E-29X9C

1

Applies to all
repairs

WASHER-DRAIN
CLAMP
External CVT Cooler O-rings
Transmission Cooler Cleaner
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid (1) (4)
Lens Swab packet (6)

11026-JA00A
16439-7S01D
22180-9NB0A
999MP-AM006P
999MP-NS300P
J-51963

1
2
2
As needed
As needed
As needed

(1) 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.
(2) One container of Loctite 5460 Sealant is good for approximately 5 repairs.
(3) Bill out Loctite 5460 Sealant (or equivalent) under expense code 008. Do not include
the Loctite 5460 Sealant part number on the claim.
(4) For warranty repairs, Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid and Loctite 5460 Sealant must be used.
For customer pay repairs, Nissan NS-3 CVT and Loctite 5460 Sealant Fluid or their
equivalents are recommended.
(5) Includes QR label, CD-R, and control valve assembly.
(6) Shop supplies.

THRUST BEARING
DESCRIPTION

PART #: 31407BEARING THICKNESS
1XZOB
3.57
1XZ0C
3.75
1XZ0D
3.93
1XZ0E
4.1
THRUST BEARING
1XZ1A
4.28
1XZ1B
4.46
1XZ1C
4.61
1XZ1D
4.79
* Thrust bearings listed are part of kit and cannot be ordered separately.

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PARTS KITS REFERENCE TABLE (Parts are listed in order of installation)
IMPORTANT: Check off parts as they are used and attach this to the repair order when
finished.

CHECK OFF

DESCRIPTION

PART #

QUANTITY

PUMP ASSY-OIL
31340-3WX0A
1
SEAL-O RING (Pump fitting bolt)
31526-28X0C
1 (of 7)
SEAL-O RING (Filter cover)
31526-3VX0A
1
FILTER ASSY-OIL GOVENOR (CVT fluid filter) 31726-28X0A
1
PULLEY ASSY-CVT (Sub-assembly)
31209-29X8C
1
CAP-GUIDE, CHAIN (Lubrication cap)
31268-3WXOA
2
SEAL-O RING
31526-28X0A
1
(O-ring between CVT case and side cover)
Loctite 5460 Sealant
999MP-LT5460P As needed
BOLT (For sub-assembly side cover)
31377-1XZOB 19 (of 43)
SEAL-O RING (Pulley retainer bolts)
31526-28X0C
6 (of 7)
SEALOIL-DIFFER
38342-3WX0C
1
(Differential side oil seal; CVT case side)
RACE-BRG (Thrust bearing)
See page 73
1
SEAL ASSY-OIL (Torque converter)
31375-1XF00
1
SEAL OIL-DIFFER
38342-3VX0D
1
(Torque converter side, front wheel drive only)
SEAL-O RING (Input shaft)
31526-80X01
1
Loctite 5460 Sealant
999MP-LT5460P As needed
BOLT (Torque converter housing)
31377-1XZOB 24 (of 43)
SEAL-LIP (Between CVT and control valve)
31528-1XZ0A
1
VALVE ASSY-CONTROL (Valve body)
31705-29X0C
1
BAND (Zip tie for bracket)
24224-3VX0B
1
BRACKET (Temperature sensor bracket)
31069-3VX0D
1
STRAINER ASSY-OIL, AUTO TRANS
31728-29X0D
1
GSKT-OIL PAN
31397-1XF0D
1
WASHER-DRAIN (For drain plug)

11026-JA00A

1

SEAL-O RING (Speed Sensor)
SEAL-O RING
(CVT filler plug at converter housing)
Nissan NS-3 CVT Fluid
SEAL-O RING (Transfer case to CVT. AWD only)

31526-1XG0C

1

31526-3VX0B

1

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33118-3KA0A
1

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CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
OPERATION
PFP
OP CODE SYM DIAG FRT
JD01AA
JD023A

CVT R&R

(2)

(1)
ZE
32
Inspect CVT Chain, Chain = NG
JX36AA
2.4
(Includes control valve R&I)
Replace CVT Sub-assembly
JX45AA
3.2
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Belt and Pulley Assembly
Part Number 31214-29X7C as the Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.
NOTE: FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes. No other diagnostic
procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any diagnostic OP Codes with this
claim.
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE
008

DESCRIPTION
Sealant

MAX AMOUNT
$12.46

OR
IF DTC P17F0 is stored and Sub-Assembly is replaced
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
OPERATION

PFP

CVT R&R
(1)

OP CODE
JD01AA
JD023A

SYM DIAG FRT
(2)
ZE

32

Replace CVT Sub-assembly (Includes
JX50AA
4.0
control valve R&I)
(1) Reference the Parts Information Table and use the applicable Belt and Pulley Assembly
Part Number 31214-29X7C as the Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.
NOTE: FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes. No other diagnostic
procedures subsequently required. Do not claim any diagnostic OP codes with this
claim.
EXPENSE CODE
EXPENSE CODE
008

DESCRIPTION
Sealant

MAX AMOUNT
$12.46

Proceed to the next page for additional claims information.
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Claims information continued.

OR
If DTC P17F1 is stored and Control Valve is replaced (chain inspection shows no
signs of chain slip, OK):
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
OPERATION
PFP
OP CODE SYM DIAG FRT
Inspect CVT Chain, Chain = OK
JX37AA
0.3
(1)
ZE
32
Replace Valve Body
JD48AA
(2)
(1) Reference the electronic Parts Information Table and use the applicable Control Valve
Kit part number (3170E-29X9C) as the Primary Failed Part.
(2) Reference the current Nissan Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat
Rate Time.
NOTE: FRT allows adequate time to access DTC codes. No other diagnostic
procedures subsequently required. Do NOT claim any diagnostic OP Codes with this
claim.

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