Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual: P0730 incorrect gear ratio

Description

TCM selects the gear ratio using the engine load (throttle position), the primary pulley revolution speed, and the secondary pulley revolution speed as input signals. Then it changes the operating pressure of the primary pulley and the secondary pulley and changes the groove width of the pulley.

DTC Logic

DTC DETECTION LOGIC

DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Always drive vehicle at a safe speed.

NOTE: Immediately after performing any "DTC CONFIRMATION PROCEDURE", always turn ignition switch OFF.

Then wait at least 10 seconds before performing the next test.

1.CHECK DTC DETECTION

With CONSULT

1.  Turn ignition switch ON.
2.  Select "Data Monitor" in "TRANSMISSION".
3.  Check that output voltage of CVT fluid temperature sensor is within the range below.

ATF TEMP SEN : 1.0 - 2.0 V

If it is out of range, drive the vehicle to decrease the voltage (warm up the fluid) or stop engine to increase the voltage (cool down the fluid)

4. Start engine and maintain the following conditions for at least 30 consecutive seconds.

Start test from 0 km/h (0 MPH) Constant acceleration : Keep 30 seconds or more

VEHICLE SPEED : 10 km/h (6 MPH) or more

ACC PEDAL OPEN : More than 1.0/8

RANGE : "D" position

ENG SPEED : 450 rpm or more

Diagnosis Procedure

1.CHECK DTC

With CONSULT

1.  Turn ignition switch ON.
2.  Perform "Self Diagnostic Results" in "TRANSMISSION".

2.DETECT MALFUNCTIONING ITEMS

Check TCM connector pin terminals for damage or loose connection with harness connector.