2013 Nissan Altima P2613 P0776 P017F0 and P17F1 Transmission Codes Explained
I own a 2013 Nissan Altima with 68,000 miles and was recently advised by my dealer that I need a new transmission. After seeking a second opinion from another mechanic, I noticed several diagnostic trouble codes on the repair receipt: P2613, P0776, P017F0, and P17F1. While I found information about the first two codes (P2613 and P0776), I couldn't locate clear explanations for P017F0 and P17F1. These codes are specifically related to the CVT transmission in my 2013 Altima, which is a unique design not typical of standard automatic transmissions. Nissan has issued several Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) addressing known issues with this system, including AT15-005e, NTB15-015e, AT15-012b, NTB15-084b, AT15-015e, and NTB15-086e (issued November 14, 2016). I'm seeking clarification on what these codes mean and whether they indicate a need for transmission replacement or if there are potential fixes. Any insights or resources would be greatly appreciated. For more details, search 'Nissan Altima CVT TSB' or visit the official Nissan Assist website: http://www.nissanassist.com/ProgramDetails.php?menu=2
It's important to note that your 2013 Altima is equipped with a CVT transmission, not a conventional automatic — this design has known reliability issues and is covered by several Nissan Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs). Key TSBs include AT15-005e, NTB15-015e, AT15-012b, NTB15-084b, AT15-015e, and NTB15-086e (issued November 14, 2016). These documents address common problems related to transmission performance and fault codes. If your vehicle is still under warranty, the repair may be covered. For more information, search 'Nissan Altima CVT TSB' or visit: http://www.nissanassist.com/ProgramDetails.php?menu=2