Can I change my CVT transmission?
The short answer is, no you cannot. The transmission control module and the entire powertrain wiring harness are designed for the car to have the exact CVT transmission. Despite the terrible reliability of these CVT transmissions, it is your only practical option for replacement.
How to change CVT on Nissan Altima 2.5?
For the control arm and steering rack bolts you need to hold the one side with an open end while you loosen the bolt head. The sway bar bolts are kind of tough to access because of space so just be patient and take your time. Once all these bolts are loosened the cradle is ready to be dropped.
Which is more reliable YouTube or Altima CVT?
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Where is the transmission on a Nissan Altima?
Step 14 – Were getting there, almost ready to drop the transmission. Directly under where the trans meets the engine there is an access panel that is held onto by 2 small bolts (i think this is a dust shield or sometihng). Whatever it is it gives you access to the torque converter/flywheel.
How much does a Nissan Altima cost to service?
All in all i spent roughly $900 on parts (Trans $575 + tie rod ends $50 + wheel bearings $170 + trans fluid $100 (online) + $80 pressing service) but I serviced the car in some crucial regions of wear and tear. If you have any questions let me know and I hope I helped some people who are going to try and tackle this job like I did.
Is there a transmission problem on a 2008 Nissan Altima?
CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2008 Altima has a defect trend of CVT transmission failure showing up around the 100,000 mile mark. Read more » It’s an expensive repair at nearly $4,000 average repair cost. For more information see Nissan Altima CVT defect info on NissanProblems.com. No one has added a helpful site for this 2008 Altima problem yet.
Is the Nissan Altima CVT a good transmission?
Other Nissan CVT lawsuits claim that the automaker has known about the transmission issues for at least 10 years. Nissan markets the CVT as being new and more durable than other transmissions.
Is there a warranty on a 2008 Nissan Altima?
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Nissan dealer. CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2008 Altima has a defect trend of CVT transmission failure showing up around the 100,000 mile mark. Read more » It’s an expensive repair at nearly $4,000 average repair cost. For more information see Nissan Altima CVT defect info on NissanProblems.com.
How to re-assembly a Nissan Altima 2.5 CVT?
Bolt trans down securely to engine, jack up engine and secure to trans mount. Bolt torque converter to flywheel through access panel. Step 23 – Repeat all previous steps for re-assembly. Add 8 quarts (this will vary depending on what was left in the trans/converter) of the insanely overpriced ns-2 trans fluid.
When Should Nissan CVT fluid be changed?
Service Tips. For vehicles with a CVT; cube®, Murano®, Altima®, Altima coupe, Maxima®, Rogue®, Pathfinder®, Sentra® and Versa®, replace the fluid every 60,000 miles or if the CVT fluid deterioration data is more than 210000.
How often should I change my CVT transmission oil?
From what I’ve read, most manufacturers recommend changing CVT fluid every 30k miles or 24 months. You should double check with your owners manual or dealership service department for the correct fluid type and service interval.
Is the 2012 Nissan Versa having transmission problems?
I’ve had my 2012 CVT Automatic Versa since last summer and I’ve been having what appears to be some transmission problems with it. The symptoms are: If I brake from about 40km/h to around 20km/h, the car continues to slow down, as if it were in first gear.
How much fluid do I need to change my Nissan Versa?
Additionally, on 2012 and later models, the fluid change procedure requires 30-50% more fluid than what is listed here to fill (see section 25 in manual). The following intervals are based on the assumption that you will be doing the service work yourself, as opposed to paying to have the work done.
How does the CVT work on a 2012 Versa?
I would say mine (also a 2012 versa CVT) behaves similarly. In addition, the CVT seems to want to find a lower “cruising gear” (drops to a lower RPM) sooner than when the engine is warming up. I’ve read where the CVT will respond differently depending upon how warmed-up the engine is.
What kind of mpg does a Nissan Versa get?
In our testing, a 1.8-liter with the manual also went from zero to 60 mph in 9.4 seconds; in normal driving, this engine’s extra grunt does pay off. This engine returns an estimated 26/31/28 mpg with the manual, 24/32/27 mpg with the four-speed automatic and 28/34/30 with the CVT.