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So, I picked this 1st Gen frontier up being told that it "probably" just needs a solenoid kit replacement. What are some other common wear items to perhaps replace at the same time while I'm in there? Speed sensor? Does that generation use a TCM? All suggestions welcome.
 

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So, I picked this 1st Gen frontier up being told that it "probably" just needs a solenoid kit replacement. What are some other common wear items to perhaps replace at the same time while I'm in there? Speed sensor? Does that generation use a TCM? All suggestions welcome.
Welcome to CF.
What issues are you having with the tranny?
Just fyi...the FSM is available for free download and there is a Automatic Transmission section.
 

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To be completely honest, I acquired it kind of sight unseen, so I will find out this weekend exactly what issues it is experiencing. Normally, I would never do something this dumb, but.. I did.
I wouldn't go as far as saying it was dumb just yet.
The KA24DE is a really solid engine.
If it has been well maintained especially.
I'm at 314k on the original timing chain.
I also have the auto tranny and have never had a single issue with it but I'm religious with its maintenance.
Hopefully yours turns out to be a gem.
Keep us posted.
 

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Speed sensors and solenoid kits are not considered as "wear items." The band and clutch friction plates could be considered "wear items," but they are not usually serviced unless a rebuild is taking place because the transmission has to be taken apart to get to them. Really, the only serviceable "wear item" is the fluid. The filter, which is actually just a screen, is not considered a "wear item," either. As I was once told at a Nissan Training Center, "If there is enough debris in the transmission fluid to clog or restrict the screen, the transmission needs an overhaul and not a service." If servicing the fluid, avoid using Dexron III/Mercon ATF; it can cause sticking to occur in the valve body. Nissan-matic Type "D" ATF, which is the same as the original Dexron formula, is a good choice, but pricey. Most synthetic transmission fluids, like Valvoline Maxlife ATF and Castrol Transmax Import Multi-vehicle ATF, are very good choices as they are recommended for Dexron/Dexron II applications.
 
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