skeetch

Here is some useful (I hope) info about the Automatic Transaxle for an 01 I30.

(USE AT YOUR OWN RISK!)

This info comes in handy if you are buying a VB shift kit, solenoid assembly or rebuilt transmission for your 00-01 I30.

A/T model identification:

The 00-01 I30 models use an RE4F04B (the I30t uses a RE4F04W which contains a limited slip differential) transaxle which is not to be confused with the RE4F04A used on older models. To confirm this, check the spec plate located to the right of the VIN engraved on the firewall in the engine compartment. You can also tell the difference between the two transmissions by looking at the color of the solenoid harness terminal connector color located at the back left of the transmission Tan = RE4F04A and Black = RE4F04B).



Limited slip identification:

On the top left of the transmission bell-housing there should be an 85X05 or 85X06 cast onto the housing (85X05 = without limited slip and 85X06 = with limited slip). The corresponding Nissan part numbers are 3102085X05 (~$1900) and 3102085X06 (~$2470).



TransGo VB mod:

There are two kits available for the 00-01 I30 models. Both kits do not come with an oil pan gasket ($3 at Trans Exchange, $12 at EverythingInfiniti) but they do come with an installation video.

Here is one of the biggest distributors of TransGo products.
Trans Exchange - http://www.txchange.com/sk.htm

(1) SK RE4F04B – Standard shift kit which improves shifting for stock engine applications (~$45).
(2) RE4F04B-HD2 – Performance shift/reprogramming kit which decreases shift delay. This is what you should use if you plan on NOS or Boosting your engine (don’t have price info). NOTE: shifts are more aggressive and can be a real tire chirper.

The rep at Trans Exchange highly recommends upgrading the oil cooler with filter (~$50) as the Nissan/Infiniti stock coolers are difficult to clean. However, they do sell a trans cooler cleaner kit with filter (~$33).



Solenoid assembly:

If your 00-01 I30 Slips from first to second or second to third gear and your VIN is JNKCA31A1T015622 or earlier, there is a TSB (ITB00-028a) which is suppose to resolve the problem. Basically it’s a problem with the solenoid assembly (3194085X03) or transmission control module (310363Y160 for 00 models and 310365Y001 for 01 models). Unfortunately, EverythingNissan does not list these parts. I called Teckpak/Fitzall who manufacturers solenoid kits and was told this is only available through OE.

The Legend

I just found this post and how would I know if my VIN is earlier that the one posted?

CreativeDesignz

iTrader: (3)

or u can just call maximum tuning and have a valvebody shipped to you

skeetch

Yeah, but the Maxtuning VB is quite a bit more expensive.

The Legend

do you know if the I30 and the I35 VB are the same?

skeetch

According to this link the I30 and I35 transmissions are the same.

http://efisakh.autodata.ru/at_nissan.htm

BTW if the last 6 numbers in the Vin indicate whether you are before or after the recall JNKCA31A1T015622.

The Legend

my vin is after that so im in the clear. thanks.

ScorpionHD

Ok I know this is an old thread but! It helped me to go in the right direction.
I have a 00 Maxima Se and the problems that I have a described by this Kit:
My vin is JN1CA31DXYT528641 as it seems its after the number you have posted.
My question is, which exacly kit I need (http://shop.ebay.com/?_from=R40&_trk...All-Categories)
And how easy is it to DIY?

kizzmyazz

that would yield 245hp 260tq

gritt

I know some manufacturers are better than others when it comes to their auto trans. (ie, dodge are junk) how are the transmissions in the 96-03 range? do they hold up? i`m just really leary about getting an auto on an older car. opinions?

btw way, new to the board but not, nissans, been a have had many Nissans and been a member of z31performance for a long time, just new to Maximas

ScorpionHD

Kewl, other than the known issue with 00-03 maxima trannys experiencing low line pressure, they are pretty solid. My friend told me that Nissan / infinity posted a bulletin regarding the pressure problem and it can be fixed by increasing the line pressure by flashing PCM

ScorpionHD

http://www.automd.com/tsb/bulletin_b272393/

mayloore

i use nissan maxima 2001 model in nigeria, i discover lately that whenever the car is hot, after driving in traffic for close to 30 minutes, the gear will not select again. can you please help with the likely cause of this and what to do.
Akin.

GuruJohnson

My I30 is doing the same thing did you find the fix

Infi30t

Good to know. Could have used this when I got my CV Joints replaced. They needed to know if it was limited slip or not and I had no way of telling. Had to buy both sets and then return the wrong ones...