Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual ≻ Meter, warning lamp & indicator ≻ Function diagnosis ≻ Meter system ≻ Shift position indicator

Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Shift position indicator

System Diagram

System Description

The TCM receives CVT indicator signals from the park/neutral position (PNP) switch. The TCM then sends CVT position indicator signals to the combination meter via CAN communication lines. The combination meter indicates the received shift position.

Component Parts Location

1. Combination meter M24

2. IPDM E/R E17, E18, E201, F10

3. ECM E10

4. TCM F16

5. BCM M17, M18, M19, M21 (view with instrument panel removed)

6. ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) E26

7. Fuel level sensor unit and fuel pump (fuel level sensor) B42 (view with rear seat and inspection hole cover removed)

8. Ambient sensor E211 (view of front bumper fascia)

9. Oil pressure switch F41 (QR25DE) (view with engine removed)

10. Oil pressure switch F41 (VQ35DE) (view with engine removed)

11. Parking brake switch M73 (Sedan with M/T and Coupe) (view with center console removed)

12. Parking brake switch E35 (Sedan with CVT) (view with instrument lower cover LH removed)

Component Description

ODO/TRIP meter

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Warning lamps/indicator lamps

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Other materials:

Operating tips
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Additional maintenance items for severe operating conditions
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Jump starting
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