Front wheel drive, sedan, midsize cars 27 mpg city 38 mpg hwy other trims. Manual transmission fluid change for nissan altima youtube. The worst complaints are hesitatessputters, transmission failure, and not shifting properly. For the nv200 taxi, a special oil and filter change log can found beginning on page 62. The nissan service advised me it can be change if its necessary. Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your altima, even in the most severe driving conditions. Again, im not sure if nissan has rectified that problem, but according to the rate my friends car was going, it may have needed a fluid change by about 200,000 miles or more. How to change automatic transmission fluid in a nissan altima. Transmission fluids free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Max atf is a synthetic, highperformance, automatic transmission fluid. I had already bought the nissan cvt fluid and had it on hand.
How can i check cvt trans fluid level in 2015 nissan. Roofmounted curtain sideimpact and rollover supplemental air bag 5. How to add transmission fluid to nissan cars it still runs. Replace drain plug gaskets with new ones at the final stage of the operation. When servicing a nissan vehicle equipped with a cvt, make sure to use the appropriate nissan cvt fluid specified in the electronic service manual esm, owners manual or service and maintenance guide. Changing the cvt transmission fluid the nissan club. Buy nissan genuine oem cvt2 transmission fluid 999mpns200p 5 quarts. Transmission fluid change necessary to change filter and.
I also do not like how nissan has handled cvt maintenance. Advance auto parts has 8 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your nissandatsun altima can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road. Skinny dude replaces the tranny fluid on his 6 speed nissan altima cipher kevin macleod happy bee kevin macleod.
Get reliability information for the 2015 nissan altima from consumer reports, which combines extensive survey data and expert technical knowledge. The engine in your 2011 nissan altima should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. Get a free detailed estimate for a repair in your area. Remove the filler dipstick from beneath the hood and replace it with a funnel. Cvt fluid change performed on a 2008 nissan sentra s. They said the scan tool would tell them when to change the fluid and the scan tool said my car was not ready. He said that altima versa and pretty much the entire nissan line up is 100k. It has recommended service intervals milesmonths for various routine maintenance procedures oil change, air. If towing a trailer or if the vehicle is driven on rough or muddy roads. The reliability of the nissan cvt is, well, problematic. But i also will get mine done at 30k by a nissan dealer and get my little maint manual signed and documented that it was done so. From time to time, nissan may update or revise this manual to provide owners with the most accurate information currently available. I sure dont want to overpay at the dealer for a simple fluid change.
To do a drain and fill on a transmission on a 20 nissan altima how much quarts will i need to. I just did my first diy transmission fluid change in my 2012 maxima 60k miles. We checked his fluid life monitor value at 40,000 miles, and it was nowhere even remotely close to needing a fluid change. Should i change transmission fluid on nissan altima 2015. How to change transmission fluid in an 2007 nissan altima wit a cvt transmission does it have a filter. A transmission flush can stir up any contaminants in the transmission, and clog up the tiny channels that run throughout the. 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.
It had a code transmissino pressure sensor, changed out both the sensors and the light is still on and read more. Transmission fluid level check nissan altima 200720. Tune to the desired station using manual, seek or scan tuning. Then he introduced me to the service manager so i could question him. Nissan altima automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. Nissan altima automatic transmission fluid advance auto. Nissan altima cvt transmission swap to 6speed manual in progress automatic cvt trans swap out. Ok i looked for the dipstick for the cvt trans but cant find one.
Buy nissan genuine oem cvt maintenance kit altima 20 2015 2. And then i bought a brand new 2015 nissan altima and the transmission went bad at only 5,000 miles, the cotter pin in the axle had to be retightened, the radio has static, there is a popping in. Nissan altima questions cvt transmission flush cargurus. This specific vehicle requires nissan cvt ns2 fluid. Nissan altima manual transmission fluid change cost. Buy nissan genuine oem cvt maintenance kit altima 202015 2. Manual transmission fluid change nissan frontier forum. For most of its life and despite its best efforts, the midsize nissan altima has played third fiddle to the toyota camry and honda accord. Nissan cvt fluid change with basic hand tools youtube. According to the nissan maintenance guide it says to change and or check the condition of the cvt fluid at 30,000.
This automotive maintenance tutorial was specifically written to assist owners of the fifth generation 20, 2014, 2015 and possibly also the updated 2016 model year nissan altima sedan in changing the motor oil and replacing the oil filter in the 2. For 2014 nissan altima, how to change the oil in a cvt. Front seatmounted sideimpact supplemental air bag 6. Royal purple max atf high performance synthetic automatic transmission fluid universal max atf high performance synthetic automatic transmission fluid by royal purple. But it arranges some new notes for 2015 in a powerful. An automatic transmission never needs to be flushed and the tranny fluid never needs to be changed. How do i check the transmission fluid level on my 2015. I have a nissan published maintenance schedule that i downloaded from the internet.
Nissan reserves the right to change specifications, performance, design or component sup. Nissan says that only nissan cvt transmission fluid will work. To see how frequently nissan altima problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. The interior space and ability to see 360 degrees from the drivers seat is what i have always loved most about altima s. Westar is a widely recognized manufacturer and exporter of rubber to metal bonded parts for all types of trucks and automobiles. I bought the car 2 years ago and had the oil change, but forgot to ask for the transmission fluid to be changed.
Nissan cvt fluid ns2 green fluid applies to all nissan vehicles equipped with a. Feb 21, 2019 if im not mistaken again the 2015 altima was only available with the cvt transmission. We want to change the transmission fluid in our 20 due to the high mileage. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. How to add transmission fluid to nissan cars by contributing writer updated june 12, 2017 if you look up the transmission fluid section of the nissan car manual, youll see that nissan car strongly suggests that you bring your car in for authorized service to check, add or change transmission fluid. Check your owners manual to see the recommendation s for your car. Nissan altima 20 service manual dated june 2012 shop manual cvt fluid. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. This is nissan fluid and this is the only fluid i would use while my altima was under warranty. Nissan genuine oem cvt maintenance kit altima 202015 2. You would be smart to take it to the nissan dealer for whatever cvt service they recommend, and do that soon.
Altima 20 cvt fluid check change altima 20 your question struck a nerve with me. Nissan genuine oem cvt2 transmission fluid 999mpns200p 5. Nov 07, 2015 just replaced the cvt transmission on a 2007 nissan altima 2. How to change automatic transmission fluid in nissan cars. You may need that documentation for a future claim. If not when it hits 30k miles how do you change the cvt fluid out. Oct 03, 2017 quick video on how to do a drain and fill without going to your dealer and paying an arm and a leg. May 14, 2015 for most of its life and despite its best efforts, the midsize nissan altima has played third fiddle to the toyota camry and honda accord. Nissan cvt fluid ns2 green fluid applies to all nissan vehicles equipped with a cvt built prior to 20. My 2009 nissan cube with a cvt transmission needed a transmission service and it requires ns 2 fluid. Carid is wellknown for the quality parts and accessories all over the world. 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.
I took my 2007 altima to the dealer this morning for my 5000 mile synthetic oil change. Im trying to figure out what maintenance needs to be performed on a 2002 with 155k miles. Transmission fluid atf or manual transmission fluid in a nissan cvt as it may damage. I have a 2006 nissan altima with just over 141,000 miles on it. The interior space and ability to see 360 degrees from the drivers seat is what i have always loved most about altimas.
Quick video on how to do a drain and fill without going to your dealer and paying an arm and a leg. Using transmission fluid other than genuine nissan cvt fluid ns3 will damage the cvt, which is not covered by the nissan new vehicle limited warranty. Nissan cvt fluid ns2 green fluid applies to all nissan vehicles. Dont touch the filter or pan, simply drain fluid, fill same ammount back in check on dipstick theres quite a few members from here in your area in ontario.
Nissan reserves the right to change specifications, performance, design or component suppliers without notice and without obligation. To preserve the quality, reliability and safety of your ve. How can i check cvt trans fluid level in 2015 nissan altima 2. I asked them to change the cvt fluid and they said no. I didnt want to put aftermarket fluid in the transmission but also didnt want to drive 1. Is there a service light that tells you just like it would tell you that a oil change is needed. For 2014 nissan altima, how to change the oil in a cvt transmission. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair. Manual transmission fluid change for nissan altima skinny dude replaces the. Any sign of tampering or attempt to disassemble or alter the part will void the warranty.
How do i check the transmission fluid level on my 2015 nissan versa cvt. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your altima and how to check the transmission fluid level. When it comes to your nissan altima, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. So is a 2008 nissan altima automatic with 250k miles that just started slipping able to have the transmission fluid and filter from pan area change and if so roughly how much fluid would it take a. I just checked the scheduled maintenance manual, and the cvt needs fluid changed at 30k miles. Dear ray, i have a 20 nissan altima 4 cylinder with a cvt transmission. The owners manual has little info and should at least reference the service and maintenance manual which is also in your glove compartment. When was the last time your transmission fluid was checked. Nissan does not recommend flushing the transmission with a machine, your best bet is to drain out the old fluid and resupply it with fresh new fluid. This service and maintenance guide is designed to help you make sure your vehicle. Roofmounted curtain sideimpact and rollover supplemental air bag inflators 3.
Genuine nissan differential oil hypoid super gl5 80w90 or api gl5, viscosity sae 80w90. Should i change the transmission fluid in my nissan altima. I live in the north ga mountains and there are no nissan dealers in the area. If you need to change the transmission fluid in your 2015 nissan altima, be our guest.
Nissan rogue forum includes nissan qashqai and nissan dualis as well. Nissan altima coupe questions do i need to service the. Nissan altima manual transmission fluid change cost estimate. Nissan altima transmission fluid change cost estimate. Nissan genuine oem cvt2 transmission fluid 999mpns200p. Download ebook altima manual transmission altima manual transmission i bought a manual vq nissan altima new daily whats up guys in todays video, im giving you a little walkaround of my new daily.
1612 529 329 918 2 630 862 194 188 630 1238 1181 1267 374 406 772 327 256 6 1362 631 1109 813 1164 507 219 464 628 269 67 764 339 1399