Classification:

Reference:

AT16-012L

Date:

NTB17-034L

March 5, 2020

2013-2017 VERSA SEDAN AND
2014-2017 VERSA NOTE; CVT JUDDER
This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page.
Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

APPLIED VEHICLES:

2013 – 2017 Versa Sedan (N17)
2014 – 2017 Versa Note (E12)

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
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Refer to the Repair Overview on page 2.
CAUTION: Always handle the CVT and component assemblies carefully.

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 completing 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,

No

P17F3, P17F4, P2857, P2858, P2859, P285A
Yes

Confirm the current
TCM part number.
Is reprogramming
available?
Continue to
the next page.

No

Yes

Reprogram the TCM
following NTB18-058.

This bulletin does not
apply.
Refer to ASIST for further
diagnostic information.

Continued on the next page

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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 any 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 3B and 4B on page 12.
Is excessive debris present?

Yes

Replace the CVT.
Refer to CVT
Assembly
Replacement
Approval Procedures
on page 145.

No
Yes
Is P17F0 stored?

Inspect input shaft
bearing condition starting
on page 40. Is an
abnormality present?

Yes

No
Remove control valve to allow for
CVT belt inspection.
Go to Control Valve (Valve
Body) Removal on page 10.

No
Yes

Is there evidence of CVT belt
slippage?

Replace the belt & pulley,
control valve
and oil pump
(starting on page 29).

No

Perform Pulse Rotor Inspection
on page 27.

Yes

Is the pulse rotor loose?

Replace only the
control valve (page 29).
Print out the DTCs and
attach to the repair order.

No

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Table of Contents
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Required Tools / Materials………………………………………………….……

page 5

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Essential Special Service Tools………………………………………………..

page 5

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Precautions when Disassembling a CVT Assembly……………………………

page 9

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Inspection for Abnormal Noise……………………………………………………

page 9

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Control Valve (Valve Body) Removal…………………………………………….

page 10

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CVT Belt Visual Inspection………………………………………………………..

page 15

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Pulse Rotor Inspection……………………………………………………………

page 27

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No Belt Damage/Pulse Rotor Not Loose – Only Control Valve is Replaced

page 29

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Belt Damaged Or Pulse Rotor Loose…………………………………………….

page 29

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Remove CVT from the Vehicle and Disassemble External Parts……………..

page 30

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Remove the Oil Filter………………………………………………………………. page 32

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Remove the Oil Pan and Torque Converter Housing………………………….

page 34

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Remove the Oil Seals from the Torque Converter Housing……………….…..

page 35

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Remove the CVT Internal Components……………………….…………………

page 36

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Remove the Sub-assembly………………………………………………………..

page 46

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Clean the CVT Surfaces…………………………………………………………...

page 52

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Clean Oil Passages in CVT Case and Oil Pump Cover………………………..

page 54

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Measuring the CVT Sub-assembly Case Depth..............................................

page 60

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New Snap Ring Selection and Installation to the New Sub-assembly…….….

page 63

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Install Sub-assembly to CVT Case……………………………………………….

page 69

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Install the Oil Pump and the Manual Shaft………………………………………

page 74

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Install Powertrain Parts.……………………………………………………………

page 77

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Install the Torque Converter Housing…………..………………………………..

page 85

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Install the Control Valve and Oil Pan………………………………………….…

page 88

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Install and Adjust the Transmission Range Switch……………………….……

page 96

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Install Exterior CVT Parts…………………………………………………….…..

page 97

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Install the CVT Assembly……………………………………………………….

page 102

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ADDITIONAL SERVICE REQUIRED…………………………………… ……..

page 103

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PARTS INFORMATION……………………………………………………………

page 137

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CLAIMS INFORMATION…………………………………………………..………

page 140

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KIT PARTS REFERENCE TABLE………………………………………………..

page 142

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CVT Assembly Replacement Approval Procedures……….............................

page 145

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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-50255
CVT Service Tool Kit

J-50272
Digital Depth
Gauge

J-51923
J-Hook Case
Separator

J-52278
CVT2 Oil Pump
Seal Installer

J-25721-A
Slide Hammer Set

J-50271
Gauge Block

J-8092 or J-52280
Driver Handle
Figure 1A

Figure 2A

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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

Lens swab J-51963
(not part of J-51951)

Figure 3A
J-52306-1 and J-52306-2
Transmission Range Switch
Alignment Bracket and Pin

J-52273 Clutch
Engagement Tool

Figure 4A

Figure 5A

J-42909 Evap
Pressure Test Kit

Figure 6A

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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 7A

Figure 8A

J-52595-1
First Groove Seal Tool (Top)

J-52595-1
First Groove Seal Tool (Bottom)

Figure 9A

Figure 10A

J-52595-2
Second Groove Seal Tool (Top)

J-52595-2
Second Groove Seal Tool (Bottom)

Figure 11A

Figure 12A

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Essential Special Service Tools (continued)
J-52728
Pulse Rotor Lock

Figure 13A

J-52729-1
Wheel Lug Torque Adapter

Figure 14A

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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:
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Wash and clean the exterior of the CVT assembly prior to disassembling.
CAUTION: Cover all air breather and drive shaft holes to prevent water intrusion.
Work in a covered indoor room to prevent contamination of the CVT.
Work on 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.
Store removed parts separately to prevent mix-up. (i.e. small cups)
Do not use cotton gloves or woven cloths. Latex or rubber gloves are recommended.
 Only lint-free paper cloths.
Apply rust penetrant to locator / dowel pins on 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.

CAUTION: Non-warrantable damage to the CVT may occur if the
steps in this procedure are not followed in order.
Inspect for Abnormal Noise
NOTE: If DTCs are stored, abnormal noise may be present.
1. Listen for any abnormal CVT noises under the following conditions: