Autozone repair guide for your engine mechanical specifications capacities. A sixspeed manual transmission is standard for both engines. Quarts needed for transmission oil on a 2008 cvt altima the. How do you add transmission fluid to a nissan altima with standard transmission. How to get the dip stick out of a 2010 nissan altima auto. Why should you consider or avoid a used nissan altima. Xtronic cvt continuously variable transmission nissan usa. How to unlock nissan altima transmission dipstick youtube. Nissan altima automatic cvt transmission 2007, cvt ns2 continuously variable transmission fluid, 1 quart by aisin.
Nissan altima automatic transmission 2005, professional atf type iiih automatic transmission fluid by acdelco. Dec 29, 2016 skinny dude replaces the tranny fluid on his 6 speed nissan altima cipher kevin macleod happy bee kevin macleod licensed under creative commons. Checking nissan cvt transmission oil fluid hot level using dipstick. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2008 nissan altima s 2. The smell of something burning could be evidence of an overheating transmission.
There is a service bulletin for the p0840 code for the following nissan models. See how to correctly check the transmission fluid level in a 2007 nissan altima s 2. Just replaced the cvt transmission on a 2007 nissan altima 2. I went to mechanic to check the why the light check the engine soon on. Nissan altima manual transmission fluid change cost. Changing the cvt transmission fluid the nissan club. How to check transmission fluid nissan titan forum. Changing the fluid in this transmission is, in some ways, simpler than changing the engine oil. How to check transmission fluid level 1999 nissan sentra fixya. Acdelco atf type iii h is a premium quality automatic transmission fluid for use in a variety of passenger cars and. Transmission fluid level check nissan altima 200720 2007. How to read the maxima transmission dipstick it still runs.
Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2008 nissan altima s 2. Feb 21, 2018 from 2009 nissan altima, have a lock on transmission dipstick, how to unlock it with a basic screw driver. I need to replace the transmission on my 2007 nissan altima 2. I followed the precise instructions from the official nissan repair manual and added my own. I am at 60k miles and i am due for my transmission oil change. I checked that the transmission fluid was clean, and was lacking about 1 quart of fluid. This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements.
Radiator 2 cvt fluid cooler hose inlet side 3 transaxle assembly 4 2. The next user of this navigation system may need the manual. Nissan sentra automatic transmission problems have caused a lawsuit that alleges the continuously variable transmissions cvts shudder, shake, jerk and do just about everything except work correctly. The engine in your 2009 nissan altima should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The service manual is very clear that the engine must be running at idle when checking the transmission fluid. The service manual for my 2008 coupe lists replacing the transmission fluid as part of the premium maintenance at 30,000 miles. Nissan cvt fluid is special stuff and there is no reccomended change interval. How to change transmission fluid in an 2007 nissan altima wit. Ive been looking into changing the cvt fluid of my 2007 altima.
How do i check my transmission fluid level on my 2007 nissan altima 2. After adding the fluid, also, there is no improvement. Learn about the advantages of nissans gamechanging cvt technology over traditional. Nissan reserves the right to change specifications or design at any time without notice. Replacing the transmission fluid isnt listed at any mileage for the schedule 1 and schedule 2 maintenance intervals. Feb 28, 2012 how do i check my transmission fluid level on my 2007 nissan altima 2.
Another sign that your transmission is low on the fluid is that your nissan goes into limp mode or gets stuck in gear under hard acceleration. Question about reading the cvt dipstick the nissan club. That car has about 107k miles and i am not sure if it got a change before used. The 2010 model year featured a wide array of highend standard features, including a 175horsepower, 2.
Amsoil transmission fluids offer the best protection for your altima, even in the most severe driving conditions. I was quoted like in the 300s so i decided to look elsewhere. Check your owners manual for the correct nissan cvt fluid. Troubleshooting nissan transmission problems youcanic. Im planning on changing the fluid andi read somewhere it is easier to do once the cold air.
While we wouldnt prevent anyone from using this information, wed hope you would appreciate our efforts enough to frequent the forums here, rather than using them as a reference on other websites. The worst complaints are transmission, engine, and body paint problems. You want a certain level of fluid to be available in the pan to the transmission while it is pumping. Service bulletin code p0840 nissan nissan has extended the cvt warranty from 5 years60,000 to 10 years120,000 miles description. Learn how to do a fluid check on your nissan altima with this instructional automotive repair video. Fluid level should be checked with the fluid warmed up to 50 to 80c 122 to 176f. Nissan altima maintenance and repair page 41 car forums. Using a properly formulated transmission fluid for your nissandatsun altima can protect your vehicle from costly problems down the road. What i want to know is, are there any models that are interchangeable. But anyway, i was looking in my owners manual and it says 3.
Nissan altima questions my engine light came on went to auto. If it takes over four seconds for the transmission to engage, check the transmission fluid level first. You cant check the transmission fluid because there isnt a dip stick or plug. This smell, which can also be similar to rot, is a potential fire hazard, so be sure to bring your vehicle into the shop for a fluid change if youre ever unfortunate enough to experience such a stench. Do i need to replace new transmission of nissan altima 2007. But, in reverse gear, i have to give lots of acceleration to move the car. Dec 04, 2017 this is the highly detailed factory service repair manual for the2007 nissan altima hybrid, this service manual has detailed illustrations as well as step by step instructions,it is 100 percents complete and intact. However the transmission controls keep a record of how the car is driven and that can alert the nissan technician if the fluid needs changing. Apr 25, 2008 hey, im not positive what the fluid capacity is, but dont use dextron in a cvt transmission please it will ruin the cvts very quickly. In the video, 1a auto shows how to check and fill the fluids. 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. Nov 02, 2012 how to change transmission fluid in an 2007 nissan altima wit a cvt transmission does it have a filter that needs to be answered by a verified nissan mechanic we use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. The procedure for doing so is very similar to checking a cars oil, i. Inspection checking cvt fluid fluid level should be checked.
The engine in your 2007 nissan altima should be running when you perform a transmission fluid level check, otherwise it will be inaccurate. The dipstick on a nissan maxima can be read in the same manner as any other transmission dipstick. Instructions on how to check nissan transmission fluid level can be found in your owners manual. The nissan altima has come a long way from its relatively modest roots as a simple, economical vehicle. I found a shop that would do the change for cheap if i bring the oil myself.
How do you check nissan frontier transmission fluid answers. I have a 2001 nissan altima automatic and i am hesitating if i should change the transmission fluid myself or not. Do not use automatic transmission fluid atf, manual transmission fluid. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your altima and how to check the transmission fluid. Transmission choices include a sixspeed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission cvt.
In 2002, the altima received a dramatic restyling, as nissan dropped the classic bubble look in favor of sweeping body lines and. It seems to be locked into place as i cant answered by a verified nissan mechanic. This manual includes information for all options available on. The 2007 nissan altima has 19 problems reported for transmission failure. Warm up cvt fluid by driving the vehicle for 10 minutes. March 2009 10 publication no om9e0l32u2 printed in u. Manual transmission fluid change for nissan altima youtube.
Pulled the dipstick, and saw that there are 2 notches and a crosshatched section. How to change cvt transmission fluid on nissan or infiniti cars. Nissan sentra automatic transmission problems cause lawsuit. I have a 2010 altima coupe and i am trying to change the cvt fluid, however, the drain plug is on the side of the transmission and i cant drain all of it out of the pan. Skinny dude replaces the tranny fluid on his 6 speed nissan altima cipher kevin macleod happy bee kevin macleod licensed under creative commons. Several owners reported the brake master cylinder leaking brake fluid. Changing cvt fluid nissan altima 20082012 transmission fluid drain and fill. This nissan has only a bold to let the oil out and no filter at least the manual does not talk about a filter.
For your safety, read carefully and keep in this vehicle. Transmission fluid level check nissan altima 200720. So, i was considering using a pump to extract the fluid from the transmission refuel line where you pour the fluid it. How to change transmission fluid in an 2007 nissan altima. The cost of this service or repair can vary by location. How to check fluid levels in a nissan altima maintenance.
Do not use regular atf fluid, as this will damage the cvt. The video above shows where the transmission fluid dipstick is located in your altima and how to check the transmission fluid level. The car started making a grindinggrowling sound at certain speeds once the rpms start to drop. My interpretation of this is that the engine runs a pump in the transmission that pumps fluid. How to check engine fluids 0206 nissan altima youtube. Im pretty sure its the tranny thats making this noise. Today i decided to replace my transmission fluid manual, so i bought 5 qts of red line mt90 my previous fluid was lucas 75w90, gl5. Do i need to replace new transmission of nissan altima 2007 120000 mile. The owners manual brushes off checking the cvt fluid and on page 8. Consult the owners manual for correct cvt fluid for your vehicle. Installing shift control valve 2007 nissan altima automatic transmission will not shift into second gear. For most cars, including my 2007 nissan altima, cvt fluid must be changed every 60 000.