Nissan versa note transmission fluid change at cole nissan. I just checked the scheduled maintenance manual, and the cvt needs fluid changed at 30k miles. Skinny dude replaces the tranny fluid on his 6 speed nissan altima cipher kevin macleod happy bee kevin macleod. Changing automatic transmission fluid is best left to a mechanic equipped with a. When i had the transmission fluid change during the 30,000 mile maintenance actual mileage was 32,500 the problem really became much worse.
When it comes to your nissan altima, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. Here at advance auto parts, we work with only top reliable automatic transmission fluid product and part brands so you can shop with complete confidence. Nissan altima front brake pads replacement guide 20. Nissan altima questions for 2014 nissan altima, how to. Drain cvt fluid from cvt fluid cooler hose outlet side 1 and refill with new specified nissan cvt fluid in the cvt fluid charging pipe with the engine running at idle. The altima coupe is a favorite of tuners and customizers.
Manual transmission fluid mtf tutorial nissan forum. Changing the cvt transmission fluid the nissan club. I am unsure if the fluid capicity is the same as mine on 2011 and if it is the same jatco cvt. Typically, the gear lube doesnt need to be replaced, unless maybe at 100k. Nissan altima cvt transmission fluid change youtube. The fluid is the most viable part of the transmission and there was pieces of the transmission in the bottom of the pan that i used to drain it out, if you do not change your fluid around every 40k miles you will end up replacing your transmission, these transmissions improve gas mileage and make the vehicle fun to drive but the trade off is. You may need that documentation for a future claim. Stick with the transmission fluid change that is specified in your owners manual. I have never checked the fluid level because the transmission dip stick has a seal on it that has to be broken to pull it out. The reliability of the nissan cvt is, well, problematic. Place a drain pan beneath the transmission fluid pan. An automatic transmission never needs to be flushed and the tranny fluid never. If you dont mind a cvt, the 2015 nissan altima is a solid choice that checks off all the boxes.
From time to time, nissan may update or revise this manual to provide owners with the most accurate information currently available. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Premium maintenance may not be available outside the united states, please inquire of your dealer. I picked up 5 quarts of the cvt nissan ns2 fluid already.
However, if your maintenance schedule specifically calls for a flush, or your. The bottom one for draining, the top one for filling. This part is manufactured by one of the most trusted names. To see how frequently nissan altima problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. In 20, the altima lost the coupe option and only 4 doors are available. How can i check cvt trans fluid level in 2015 nissan altima. What you have to do if you want to really get rid of those problems is change the manual transmission fluid to a synthetic one. Should i change transmission fluid on nissan altima 2015. Advance auto parts has 8 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. The base model 2015 nissan altima gets an epa estimated 31 mpg combined cityhighway when equipped with a 2.
We advise owners to refer to the owners manual for. Sep 10, 2018 nissan altima cvt transmission fluid change. The 2015 nissan altima has 11 problems reported for transmission failure. To preserve the quality, reliability and safety of your ve. Wait until you get to around 4500 miles or when you are sure that the production of breakin wear metals is finished. Nissan altima cvt transmission fluid change duration. Radiator 2 cvt fluid cooler hose inlet side 3 transaxle assembly 4 2. Manual transmission fluid change for nissan altima youtube. Nissan altima questions cvt transmission flush cargurus. Transmission fluid level check nissan altima 202018. You would be smart to take it to the nissan dealer for whatever cvt service they recommend, and do that soon. Drain cvt fluid from cvt fluid cooler hose outlet side 1 and refill with new specified nissan cvt fluid in. Transmission fluid level check nissan altima 200720. Warm up cvt fluid by driving the vehicle for 10 minutes.
Aug 23, 2015 i have 47,000 miles and even though nissan said the fluid is fine im going to change it. If im not mistaken again the 2015 altima was only available with the cvt transmission. How can i check cvt trans fluid level in 2015 nissan altima 2. The engine in your 20 nissan altima should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The nyc taxi nv200 is equipped with the cvt fluid level gauge. An uptodate navigation system guides you with visual and voice commands, providing you with the latest roads, points of interest, updated addresses, and traffic updates. Most cvts continuously variable transmissions need inspections andor fluid changes. If towing a trailer or if the vehicle is driven on rough or muddy roads, replace the cvt fluid every 30,000 miles or 24.
On top of low prices, advance auto parts offers 1 different trusted brands of transmission cooler o. Aug 24, 2018 dear ray, i have a 20 nissan altima 4 cylinder with a cvt transmission. Complete auto transmissions for nissan altima for sale ebay. The service manual for my 2008 coupe lists replacing the transmission fluid as part of the premium maintenance at 30,000 miles. Again, a transmission fluid flush could be all you need to solve this problem. Nissan altima automatic transmission fluid advance auto. Nissan altima owners have reported 23 problems related to manual transmission under the power train category. The worst complaints are hesitatessputters, transmission failure, and not shifting properly. What kind of transmission does a 2015 nissan altima have. I found only one really decent video on youtube but, it was for a 2008 altima. Genuine nissan fluid 999mpaa100p nissan maticd automatic transmission fluid 1 quart idemitsu 3004009195300c020 cvt type n ns2 transmission fluid for nissan5 quart genuine nissan oem maticd transmission fluid 999mpaa100p 5 quarts. Maintenance guide is designed to help you make sure your vehicle.
Nissan altima transmission fluid change cost estimate. Do not use automatic transmission fluid atf or manual transmission fluid in a. Tsb home 2015 2015 nissan 2015 nissan altima the following tsbs may apply to your 2015 nissan altima. Whether you are looking for a 2009 nissan altima transmission, an 2008 nissan altima transmission, or a 2012 transmission, you should be able to find one that is compatible with your vehicles model year. Nissan altima coupe questions do i need to service the. Hello everyone, i have a 2012 nissan altima coupe and im just curious as to what else i can modify on the car. Nissan altima manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. An automatic transmission may never need that fluid changed, but can also need it as soon 30,000 miles. How to change automatic transmission fluid in nissan cars. I have a 2011 nissan altima and i hear that the cvt transmissions in these cars are pretty unreliable.
Nissan altima 20 service manual dated june 2012 shop manual. The source of the information below is the national highway transportation safety administration nhtsa, which maintains tsbs for vehicles sold in the united states. I also do not like how nissan has handled cvt maintenance. But the transmission is sealed and doesnt require changing the fluid as you would expect. Styling remains similar to the maxima and is available with an inline 4 cylinder or v6 engine coupled to a continuously variable transmission cvt. The manual suggests changing the fluid after 60k miles and i have heard other places that this. If there are no tsbs listed for your vehicle, that does.
This automotive maintenance tutorial was specifically written to assist owners of the fifth generation 20, 2014, 2015 and possibly also the refreshed 2016 model year nissan altima sedan in changing the front disc brake pads and lubricating the caliper slider pins. Nov 07, 2015 how to change transmission fluid in an 2007 nissan altima wit a cvt transmission does it have a filter that needs to be changed, and does it have a special type of fluid. Nissan altima transmission fluid change cost estimate repairpal. What kind of gas mileage does the 2015 nissan altima get. If your vehicle is a manual transmission, expect to change your transmission fluid anywhere between 30,000 to 60,000 miles. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. It has recommended service intervals milesmonths for various routine maintenance procedures oil change, air. The owners manual has little info and should at least reference the service and maintenance manual which is also in your glove compartment. I have a nissan published maintenance schedule that i downloaded from the internet.
Nissan altima automatic cvt transmission 2015, cvt ns3 continuously variable transmission fluid, 1 quart by aisin. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. Remove the filler dipstick from beneath the hood and replace it with a funnel. Nissan altima front brake pads replacement guide 20, 2014. If you do want to, there are two ports of the left side of the transmission. Nissan altima automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. How to change automatic transmission fluid in a nissan altima. According to the nissan maintenance guide it says to change and or check the condition of the cvt fluid at 30,000. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Premium maintenance is a nissan recommended option. Nissan altima automatic cvt transmission with jatco jf016e transmission 2015, automatic transmission manual shaft repair sleeve by national. You need not perform such maintenance in order to maintain the warranties which come with your nissan. Nissan altima models from 2007 through 2012 may be able to use the same kind of transmission, and this would also apply for 2012 through 2018. Please carefully read and retain with this manual all revision up.
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