1999 Nissan Altima Support Question
1999 Nissan Altima Support Question
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Question posted by rimskyj on October 30th, 2015
Automatic Transmission Shifter Problem 99 Altima
My Nissan Altima will not reverse or drive when I use the shifter. Its not stuck at all. it moves very loosely and will not lock into place. The car stays in park no matter what I shift to. It will not reverse, drive, or go neutral. What is wrong with my car? Please Help!
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on October 31st, 2015 3:28 AM
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Could be a blown shift lock solenoid' do also check and replace any blown fuse. See transmission troubleshooting here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BqyUIN1EWvI
Related Manual Pages
Owner's Manual - Page 52
...Automatic transmission models only)
This light comes on while the engine is running, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in the system, the anti-lock function ceases, but the regular braking system continues to stay... drive until the brake system has been checked at a NISSAN dealer. High beam indicator light
This light comes on when the headlight high beam is wrong with...
Owner's Manual - Page 110
... the engine...5-6 Driving with automatic transmission (if so equipped) ...5-6 Overdrive switch...5-9
Driving with manual transmission ...5-10 Starting the engine ...5-11 Parking brake operation ...5-12 Cruise control ...5-13 Break-in schedule ...5-15 Increasing fuel economy ...5-15 Parking/parking on hills ...5-16 Power steering system...5-17 Brake system...5-17 Anti-lock brake system (ABS...
Owner's Manual - Page 114
... (Park) position. There is in the P (Park) position. Starting and driving 5-5
ASD1014
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
On automatic transmission models the ignition lock is removed from the ignition switch, the shift selector ... cannot be turned to the LOCK position, proceed as the radio when the engine is not locked. 1) Move the shift selector lever into the P (Park) position. 2) Turn the ...
Owner's Manual - Page 115
...foot brake pedal MUST be depressed before shifting from P (Park) or N (Neutral) to the D (Drive), R (Reverse), 2 or 1 position. DRIVING WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION (if so equipped)
WARNING ● Do not depress the accelerator pedal while shifting from P (Park) to P (Park) or R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving. The automatic transmission in the ''Instruments and controls'' section. Be...
Owner's Manual - Page 116
... be selected without pushing the button. P (Park): Use this position when the vehicle is at a complete stop. Shifting from D (Drive) to LOCK or if the key is discharged. Turn the ignition key to shift into P (Park), R (Reverse) or from P (Park)
If the ignition switch is depressed, but the shift selector lever still cannot be moved out of the other positions can...
Owner's Manual - Page 120
... (144) − −
1. Automatic transmission: Move the shift selector lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). (P is recommended.) The shift selector lever cannot be moved out of P (Park) and into a higher gear. Do not exceed the maximum suggested speed (shown below are suggested for shifting into any of the driving positions. STARTING THE ENGINE
Suggested shift-up speeds will vary...
Owner's Manual - Page 121
... brake. 2. Automatic transmission models: Move the shift selector lever to the P (park) position. 3. Drive at moderate speed for at a time. Failure to do so can cause brake failure and lead to an accident. ● Do not release the parking brake from outside the vehicle. ● Do not use the gear shift in the N (neutral) position.
When parking, be sure the parking brake...
Owner's Manual - Page 123
...Neutral) (automatic transmission). the CRUISE light in the instrument cluster go out. When the vehicle attains the desired speed, push and release the COAST/SET switch. When the vehicle attains the speed you do this happens, drive...preset speed, use one of the following three methods. Each time you depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission), or move the shift selector lever ...
Owner's Manual - Page 125
... grass, waste paper or rags. Manual transmission models: Place the shift lever in 1 (First) gear.
When parking on an incline, it can go and cannot be set and the transmission placed into the curb and move unexpectedly or roll away and result in serious accidents. 3. Automatic transmission models: Move the selector lever to move the vehicle forward until the curb side...
Owner's Manual - Page 133
... carpeting and spare tire cover. Safely move the vehicle off the engine. 5. Have all passengers get out of the vehicle and stand in a safe place, away from traffic. 2. Turn on a level surface and apply the parking brake. Park on the hazard warning flashers. 3. Shift the manual transmission into R (Reverse), or the automatic transmission into P (Park). Remove the tool bag (which...
Owner's Manual - Page 139
Do not lean over the battery when jump starting. ● Do not attempt to P (Park) (automatic transmission).
If the booster battery is in the sequence as illustrated. Apply the parking brake. Keep hands and other jewelry. Move the shift selector lever to N (Neutral) (manual transmission) or to jump start a frozen battery. Connect jumper cables in another vehicle, position the...
Owner's Manual - Page 140
...move the shift lever to N (Neutral) (manual transmission) or to P (Park) (automatic transmission... the cloth used to dispose...Automatic transmission models cannot be contaminated with the tow vehicle. Move the vehicle safely off the air conditioner. If the engine does not start the engine of the booster vehicle and let it may be started .
WARNING ● Do not continue to drive...
Owner's Manual - Page 142
... device. CAUTION ● Never tow an automatic transmission model with the rear wheels raised (with the front wheels on the ground, release the parking brake. ● Attach safety chains for all towing. Move the gearshift lever to the steering lock mechanism.
Never place the ignition key in damage to the Neutral (N position). ● When towing with the...
Owner's Manual - Page 143
... overheat and be damaged.
6-12 In case of emergency VEHICLE RECOVERY (Freeing a stuck vehicle)
● If you have to tow an automatic transmission model with four wheels on the ground as this may cause serious and expensive damage to the transmission. ● Tow chains or cables must be attached only to explode and result...
Owner's Manual - Page 150
... Changing engine oil filter ...8-9 Automatic transmission fluid (ATF) ...8-9 Temperature conditions for checking ATF...8-10 Power steering fluid...8-11 Brake fluid ...8-11 Clutch fluid...8-12 Window washer fluid ...8-12 Battery ...8-13 Jump starting...8-14
Drive belts ...8-14 Spark plug replacement ...8-14 Air cleaner housing filter ...8-15 Wiper blades ...8-17 Parking brake check...8-18 Brake...
Owner's Manual - Page 151
... from moving fans, belts and any other vehicle fluids can hurt the environment. Always conform to Neutral. WARNING ● Park the vehicle on a level surface, apply the parking brake ...result in an enclosed space such as rings, watches, etc. For an automatic transmission, move the shift lever to local regulations for disposal of vehicle fluid. MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
When performing...
Owner's Manual - Page 159
... the engine and then move the shift selector lever through the charging pipe.
8-10 Do-it-yourself ADI1012
CAUTION DO NOT OVERFILL. USE ONLY NISSAN Matic 'D' (Continental U.S. and Alaska) or Genuine NISSAN Automatic Transmission Fluid (Canada). If the level is being used to 50°C) using the COLD range on a level surface and set the parking brake. 2. However, the fluid...
Owner's Manual - Page 185
... a while. Make sure the hoses have no cracks, holes, loose joints or supports. Brake and (if so equipped) clutch fluid levels* - Make sure that there is a smell of the exhaust seems unusual or there is adequate fluid in P (Park) with the engine off.
Automatic transmission ''Park'' mechanism - On a fairly steep hill check that may have...
Owner's Manual - Page 191
...drive shaft boots - Check for damage, looseness and leakage of leakage. Work around and on the following items marked with new plugs having the correct heat range.
filter might become clogged. Manual & automatic transmission... (including brake booster vacuum hoses, connections & check valve) and parking brake cables for signs of oil or grease. EXPLANATION OF MAINTENANCE ...
Owner's Manual - Page 193
...The following are approximate capacities. Outside the Continental United States and Alaska contact a NISSAN dealership for more information regarding suitable fluids, including recommended brand(s) of at least... of DexronTM III/MerconTM Automatic Transmission Fluid. *5: Available in the ''Do-it -yourself'' section to the instructions in mainland USA through your NISSAN dealer. *6: For further...
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