Classification:

Reference:

Date:

AT19-010

ITB19-025

September 16, 2019

QX60; TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH SERVICE INFORMATION

APPLIED VEHICLE:
APPLIED ENGINES:
APPLIED TRANSMISSION:

2014-2019 QX60 (L50)
VQ35DE and VQ35DD
All CVTs
Does not apply to Hybrid models.

SERVICE INFORMATION
The transmission range switch is now available as a separate service part.
If the transmission range switch is being replaced for any reason, it must be adjusted after its replacement.
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Refer to SERVICE PROCEDURE on page 3 for transmission range switch removal, installation, and
adjustment.

Infiniti 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 Infiniti retailer to determine if this
applies to your vehicle.

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REQUIRED ESSENTIAL TOOL
CVT Transmission Range Switch (PNP) J-52306

Pin
Gauge

Figure 1
Additional quantities of Tool J-52306 may be purchased at Tech•Mate: 1-800-662-2001, or
nissantechmate.com.

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SERVICE PROCEDURE
Access the Transmission Range Switch
1.

Shift the selector lever to the Park (P) position.

2.

Refer to the ESM for removal of the following parts to gain access to the transmission range switch:
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Upper core support cover
Air inlet duct
Engine room cover
Air Duct hose
PCV hose
Mass air flow sensor connector
Transaxle breather hose
Air cleaner assembly

Example of a transmission range switch and CVT (your vehicle may differ)

CVT or transaxle assembly

Figure 2

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Removal, Installation, and Adjustment – Transmission Range Switch (All APPLIED VEHICLES)
3.

After the transmission range switch is
accessible, remove the control cable nut.

4.

Disconnect the transmission range switch
connector.

Disconnect
here

Remove nut
Figure 3

5.

Remove the manual lever nut, lock washer,
and manual lever from the manual shaft.

Remove nut,
washer, &
manual lever

The lock washer is a one-time use part (this
part is not to be reused after removal).

Figure 4

6.

Remove the bolts, and then remove the
transmission range switch.
Remove
bolts

The transmission range switch is a one-time
use part (this part is not to be reused after
removal).

Figure 5

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7.

Install the replacement transmission range switch, and then install the bolts.
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The bolts should be loose enough for the transmission range switch to pivot easily.

8.

Install the manual lever, but do not install the nut or the lock washer.

9.

Using the manual lever, shift the CVT into Neutral (N), and then remove the manual lever.

10.

Assemble tool J-52306 (see Figure 6).

J-52306

Gauge –
side view

Pin

Gauge –
top view

HINT: The pin can be threaded into the gauge
from either opening. Make sure to insert and
thread it into the side shown in Figure 6.

Figure 6

11.

Set tool J-52306 onto the manual shaft while
inserting its pin in the hole of the transmission
range switch (see Figure 7).

J-52306

Figure 7

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12.

Tighten the bolts.
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13.

…then remove tool

Bolts torque: 5.9 N•m (0.6 kg-m, 52 in-lbs)
Install the manual lever, lock washer, and nut.

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Nut torque: 17.2 N•m (1.8 kg-m, 13 ft-lbs)

The lock washer is a one-time use part. Replace
the old one with a new one.
Tighten bolts…
bolts
Figure 8
14.

Reassemble the vehicle in the reverse order of disassembly.

15.

Verify:
a. The shift selector cannot be shifted out of Park without depressing the brake pedal.
b. The shift selector can be shifted out of Park with the brake pedal depressed.

PARTS INFORMATION
DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

QUANTITY

PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH
(transmission range switch)

31918-29X0C

1

WASHER (lock washer)

08916-3401A

1

CLAIMS INFORMATION
Submit a Primary Part (PP) type line claim using the following claims coding:
DESCRIPTION
PFP
OP CODE
SYM
Replace Park/Neutral Switch
(1)
JD56AA
ZE
(1)
(2)

DIA
32

FRT
(2)

Reference the electronic parts catalog and use the Park/Neutral Switch (31918-*****) as the Primary
Failed Part (PFP).
Reference the current Infiniti Warranty Flat Rate Manual and use the indicated Flat Rate Time (FRT).

AMENDMENT HISTORY
PUBLISHED DATE

REFERENCE

September 16, 2019

ITB19-025

DESCRIPTION
Original bulletin published

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