Transmission Range Switch

2012 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RSECTION Transmission Range Switch
  1. Check continuity between transmission range switch harness connector terminals.
    Selector lever position Connector Terminal Continuity
    P F26 2 - 5, 6 - 7 Yes
    *Continuity should not exist in positions other than the specified positions.
    R 5 - 8
    N 3 - 5, 6 - 7
    D 4 - 5
    L 1 - 5
    Fig 1: Checking Transmission Range Switch
    G04927028Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  2. If NG, check again with control cable (2) disconnected from manual shaft of CVT assembly. Refer to step  1.

    (1): Manual shaft

    (A): Lock nut

    Fig 2: Identifying Manual Shaft, Control Cable And Lock Nut
    G04927030Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. If OK on step 2, adjust control cable (2). Refer to "ADJUSTMENT OF CVT POSITION ".
  4. If NG on step 2, remove transmission range switch from CVT and check continuity of transmission range switch terminals. Refer to step 1.
  5. If OK on step 4, adjust transmission range switch. Refer to "ADJUSTMENT OF TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH ".
  6. If NG on step 4, replace transmission range switch. Refer to "TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH ".
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