2000-2005 Nissan Frontier Automatic Transaxle Service Manual
Complete 2000-2005 Nissan Frontier automatic transaxle repair guide covering diagnostic procedures, component inspection, and adjustment processes.
Nissan Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications
Models: Nissan Frontier
Sub-models / Variants: 2000–2005 models equipped with the AT-A/T-01 automatic transaxle, 4WD models
Model Years: 2000–2005
Technical Data:
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Transmission type: AT-A/T-01 Automatic Transaxle
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1st gear standard gear ratio: 2.785
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Wheel bearing lock nut torque: 3.5–4.0 kg-m
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Master cylinder fastener torque: 1.2–1.5 kg-m
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Air bleeder nut torque: 0.7–0.9 kg-m
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Drive shaft boot grease amount: 95–105 g
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Rear brake pressure (unladen Load Sensing Valve): 16.7–26.5 bar
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ATF operating temperature: 50–80°C (122–176°F)
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Engine stall revolution standard: 2,100–2,300 rpm
Nissan Manual Features & Content Preview
2000–2005 Nissan Frontier AT-A/T-01 Automatic Transmission Service Manual
- Official 122-page OEM technical reference for the 2000–2005 Nissan Frontier equipped with the AT-A/T-01 automatic transaxle.
- Available as an instant download—get immediate access to your files right when a truck rolls into the bay.
- Includes 47 exploded-view diagrams and 39 diagnostic logic charts to streamline troubleshooting and system evaluations.
- Fully searchable PDF format allows you to pinpoint specific part numbers, clearance ranges, and torque specs in seconds.
- Lifetime account access ensures your factory manual is safely stored and retrievable even in the event of a hard-drive failure.
Component and System Walkthrough
When diagnosing shift-lock malfunctions or line pressure variances, you need precise factory data. This complete reference details the internal architecture of the dual planetary gear systems and hydraulic control pathways. You get immediate access via instant download, meaning no waiting for physical shipping when a job is already on the lift. The documentation walks you through the mechanical arrangement of the control valve assembly, accumulators, and the governor valve. Clear illustrations ensure proper component orientation during removal and installation. Furthermore, the text breaks down the specific function of every internal valve—from the pressure regulator to the 4th speed cut valve—giving you the exact theoretical background needed for complex diagnostic work.
Specification and Reference Data
Stop guessing on clearances. This guide provides exact inspection parameters and wear limits for every major sub-assembly. For example, the standard high clutch drive plate thickness is listed precisely at 1.52–1.67 mm in the factory tables. You will find complete timing wire strokes, stall test line pressure reference values, and governor pressure test data (102.4–141.6 kPa at 29 km/h). Fastener torque specifications, like the 1.2–1.5 kg-m requirement for master cylinder components, are categorized for fast lookup during reassembly.
Keep in mind that working on high-pressure hydraulic transmission systems carries inherent physical risks. Only qualified automotive technicians equipped with the proper diagnostic tools should perform these procedures, strictly adhering to the safety protocols outlined within the original factory documentation.
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