CHECK OUT MY UPDATED FOLLOW-UP VIDEO, FULL STEP BY STEP PROCESS AS OUTLINED IN THE FSM WITH FILTER(s) CHANGE: kzread.info/dash/bejne/mIOD1q6md9mxYqQ.html

@jalmolky

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the videos, going to watch your followup now. Just a quick question, why flush the warmer with fluid rather than just push out the old with compressed air?

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

@@jalmolky in my opinion, i think considering the length of whats being flushed, I think the fluid is more accurate. Although, you can also use compressed air as well, like after the fluid for example to help escort all the flush out.

@ogphil5600

3 жыл бұрын

How long did you let the car run before you checked the fluid

@pranavmenon4955

3 жыл бұрын

Hi BeeCee built I couldn’t download the factory service manual from the link could you please forward the same to pranavmenon216@gmail.com

@hyasongard4976

3 жыл бұрын

I own a 2018 Altima SV and i just started noticing that my engine never wants to shift and stay in the high rpm and i have sometimes let off the accelerator and it will shift or it will sometimes shift hard. Do you think i have to change the CVT? it has 83,000 miles and i drove it with a donut for about 500 miles, not sure if that does anything. If you can let me know that will be awesome or if anyone has any advice

Good looking out. This is very necessary to do especially for a CVT or any transmission. I did 5 years at Nissan working as a mechanic & with 20 years professional experience. Nothing is lifetime. Thank you for sharing & being honest. 👊🏼💯🇺🇸

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the comment! 👊

@CSDonohue11

2 жыл бұрын

Do you have any idea why I’m getting light smoke from radiator area it appears , but the vehicle is having no warning lights , not running hot But the smoke is like it’s over heating. It’s not oil. Maybe coolant but it’s done it 2 days in a row in the afternoon around 3:30pm But not otw to work when its still cold out and not much traffic making me have to stop. But otw home, about halfway home after driving about 15min it started getting smoke from under the hood @ the lights. So I made sure I caught the lights and got home. It actually started Friday the 1st time Ever. So I filled the radiator and some overfill reservoir. Radiator was always full whenever I’d Check it like it didn’t lose any , it had been about 6mo & I started getting this feeling that I need to check my fluids and like 2 days later was Friday the 1st day it smoked , so when I checked I had let the radiator get way too low , it took almost the full of antifreeze, about 2/3 of the bottle. I also got a new reservoir cap because it had a crack when I took it off to add some to overfill, filled it & everything seemed good. So I drove to work Monday Then otw home it started smoking Seemed to be running smooth & fine No warning lights nor running hot So I bought a new radiator cap. Again everything seemed fine Drove to work all good But then driving home it did it again. I feel like I can sleep radiator fluid And a little bit of a burnt smell in the air A strange smell but not strong @ all It’s very slight smells. It not thermostat or else it would run hot. Any ideas Of what it Maybe ? Thanks

@patrickkerner1471

Жыл бұрын

@@CSDonohue11 pinhole leak

My 2016 Altima thanks you. 140k miles and not a peep. I’m a structural guy, not a mechanical guy. Your videos are outstanding and give me confidence to be at the very least…a structural/ 2016 Altima guy 👍

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you I appreciate the comment!!

@josueguzman2819

Жыл бұрын

when it asks for transmission oil it gives you a sound like metal below because mine I think the transmission screwed up confirm if changing the oil or adding it removes what makes it skid

Very helpful, I simply drained the fluid and the difference is massive, the car drives like a dream and pulls way better. The shifts in and out of gear are smoother and no jigger around 2000rpm around 55kph is gone.... Thanks for putting this content up and giving us DIY the additional information and confidence to tackle this ourselves.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to hear, appreciate the comment!

@karam3770

10 ай бұрын

how many miles did u have on ur car when u drained the fluid? was it the first time u changed it? I heard if you change it after it hasnt been changed in like 100k miles it causes it to slip.

Had my 2013 altima to 185xxx kms before I changed mine. And at $350 at the dealer this is very helpful. The over fill plug was over my head until today. Thank you for the money saving video!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it thanks for the comment 🙏

@meganhall1870

2 жыл бұрын

My dealership want do mine because it over 100,000 miles

this one of the best cvt oil videos out there. thank you so much. most dont know what they talking about and they be trying to hide the info about oil change for cvt. nice job.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I truly appreciate it 👊

I used to work for Nissan and this video is pretty solid as far as proper procedure. The only additional step that I would recommend you do for better results is to drop the pan. The drain plug method only drains out some of the old fluid. By dropping the pan, you can remove quite a bit more of the older fluid and it gives you a chance to clean out a bunch of metal shavings. It requires a torque wrench and also takes a little bit longer but I would definitely recommend it. Great video and I love the fine details.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Hey what’s up man, I appreciate your input! I hear ya on the pan, not going to say I disagree. In my opinion, dropping the pan would be situational, and on a case by case basis. I opted not too, but yea it couldn’t hurt considering the mileage of this particular car in the video (plan too on next flush). Personally, I would have been way more motivated to drop the pan if it were leaking, which it is not. But if you are doing this at 30K, 60k, really even 90K depending on the prior maintenance, you can get away with only a fluid change and/or flush. I would say drop the pan and incorporate the filter, etc. into this job @ the 90k interval or 120K, or if the pan is leaking of course. Just my 0.02 lol.

@captaincook807

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee I totally hear you man. Dropping the pan is also more time consuming. Probably not always necessary, but CVTs make me paranoid. They're like a bipolar gf that goes from kissing your ass to killing your ass. Lol

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

@@captaincook807 lmao...love it, best CVT analogy ever haha

On my 2013 Altima Coupe 2.5 S , I could not find an over flow plug. So i replaced and filled with the same amount. I also added an after market transmission cooler and added more fluid because of the cooler. My car came with a dip stick so I used that as a the fill guide. So far my car runs great. Very good video and you explain things very clear.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Aurelio Salazar thank you! But yes, the Altima Coupe is really a 4th Gen. Altima setup, and differs from the 5th Gen. and doesn’t have an overflow plug. Glad you got it knocked out though!

This is great. I have a 2016 that’s at just over 80k. I’ve heard horror stories about the CVT and we bought used at 60k. Now I’ll change the fluid myself. Thank you.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome man good luck!

@drodriguez1724

3 жыл бұрын

How much did you get it for?

@austin8037

Жыл бұрын

Mine is a 2013 and came with 106 118 now.

@bgood213

6 ай бұрын

How did it work by changing it. Does it run better??

@campervan7354

Ай бұрын

My 2017 Altima only has 31k and it's 2024. I guess I will wait another 20k or so to change the fluid. I bought fluid from Nissan dealer and they said 6 quarts and it was $24 a quart from them. Dealer wants $480 to change the fluid. Ridiculous

Really appreciate the through effort you did to get the correct procedure to the public. I did a cvt fluid change on my 2013 Altima 3.5 using the drain and measure method at 65k. That felt like too much wiggle room to overfill or underfill. I’m gonna do the next fluid change with the method from your video. Thank you!!! And you earned a nw subscriber

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

ch ln thank you so much! I truly appreciate that!

These videos are super helpful and have probably saved people thousands great work

@TheOriginalBeeCee

6 ай бұрын

Thank you! I appreciate the comment!!

Great job - I would’ve bagged using that flush fluid and saved money. Additionally whatever chemicals that has are now introduced into your transmission. What I would’ve done is it added vinyl tubing to those lines you disconnected and pumped out one or 2 quarts by starting the car. After one or 2 quarts turn off the car and refill. Repeat this until you’re happy with the fluid coming out. Probably seven or 8 quarts. That’s how you get most of your fluid out. If you do this every 30 or 40,000 miles tranny will last long time. This is super easy and super effective. Lastly I think you waited too long to let the overflow drain. I would’ve put the boat back in 10 or 15 seconds earlier. Thanks for the video

I didn’t replace my crush washer when I did it last year and found out a few months later it had a slow leak. Great info on the overflow plug! Thanks for posting this. Huge help!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Damn that’s unfortunate! Im actually surprised...although it should ideally be replaced every time, I would have thought it could have withstood more than one use. I know they don’t always get replaced when people do oil changes with these Nissan style crush washers which utilizes the same washer, and they seem to hold up. I always keep some on hand for oil changes, so if you have them for that, you’ll always have them for the trans drain plug as well!

I've been using amsoil cvt fluid on two altimas with no issues. Took them very long road trips with no issues. Highly recommend it. Does not void warranty

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

👍👍

If I had a car with a CVT transmission, I would change out fluid every 35 - 40 thousands miles. I would not wait 80-125 thousand miles before I would change. But most people do not think about it until it starts to give a bit of trouble. Best of luck to all who have put this off for the longest. Good preventive maintenance pays off in long run.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed

Very good video. I have a 2014 Altima I just had my fluid changed. I know the dealer only drain the pan and refilled it but I guess that’s better than nothing. I’m just going to change it every 60,000 miles and hope for the best.

I love the attention to detail and how you like to do things the best way possible. Excellent video.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

I appreciate the comment!! Thank you!

This is a half way job, specially at such high mileage. No one seems to mention the transmission filters, do not know of their existence or just straight up refuse to mention them on all the YT " DIY Nissan CVT oil change" videos I have seen. At 101K I would have changed the cartridge type filter facing towards the passenger side on the body of the transmission in the area where the bell housing mates with the engine block {small cylinder looking cover with 4 bolts and o-ring sealed} and the strainer/filter inside the oil pan of the transmission like any old school automatic. At least on a 2017 Rogue I own is like that. Those filters MUST be CLOGGED with sludge and "glitter" after 101K miles. None the less, thanks for taking the time to make this video.👍🏻

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Not going to say I disagree. In my opinion, dropping the pan would be situational, and on a case by case basis. I opted not too, but it couldn’t hurt considering the mileage of this particular car in the video (plan too on next flush). Personally, I would be way more motivated to drop the pan if it were leaking, which it is not. But if you are doing this at 30K, 60k, really even 90K depending on the prior maintenance, you really only need to do the fluid change and/or flush. I would say drop the pan and incorporate the filter, etc. into this job @ the 90k interval or 120K. My $0.02. But I included the process in the second video link in the description.

@marckarbowski1261

3 жыл бұрын

They don’t have filters

@GIGABACHI

3 жыл бұрын

@@marckarbowski1261🤦‍♂️ ignorance is bliss . Carry on. ✌🏻

@marckarbowski1261

3 жыл бұрын

@@GIGABACHI rogues don’t .

Thank you Sir for your awesome job! I was definitely NOT aware of the OVERFLOW drain plug, which definitely determines the right level. Thanks also for the info on the torque specs...

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the comment 🙏

One of the best detailed and easy to follow automotive DYS video I have ever seen. Excellent, will try it myself and save much needed money. Thank you!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate the comment man! 🙏

Bro thank you so much for making this incredibly informative and thorough video. I've been having issues with my 2016 Altima not having power off of the start and I'm going to change my fluid because now I have the confidence to do it! You're the best bro subscribed

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 ай бұрын

Appreciate the comment man! Good luck with the job 🙏

Amsoil has a full synthetic CVT transmission oil that is the best for any CVT trans. Keeps it cooler and it helps with the performance of the shifts. Amazing stuff¡

@bgood213

6 ай бұрын

Better than Nissan atf fluid???

Thank you! I want to use my car as long as possible but I need videos like this

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the comment 🙏🙏

Best part you showed the excess drain plug, I was not aware of this, Thanks,

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Mike P glad it helped!

One handy thing with those year models is that they have a diagnostic mode you can put the car into and it will literally run a diagnostic check on the whole car and the car doesnt even have to be on,push the start button 6 times and than go to the inside of the drivers door and locate the little black rubber nipple looking thing that the door hits when it closes to shut off the lights and press that 10 times and than press the start button 3 more times and be amazed😎

Good video, but just a couple things. First, since the newer models no longer have an actual dip stick, checking the cvt fluid level at the overflow is the correct way to get the proper level.. but, you check the fluid level while the fluid is between 95-113 degrees F.. Not when the car is at operating temperature. This is because the operating temp of the transmission is between 170-190 degrees F. The second issue is, checking the fluid level at the overflow with the engine running. You want to start the engine, run the transmission through all the drives, until the fluid has just warmed-up to around 105 degrees F.. Kill the engine, then check the overflow. Once you know the fluid is at the proper level, you can purchase an older model dipstick like you have in the video, and mark the fluid level on the blade of the dipstick. Just as note.. There is a small paper oil filter, which should be replaced. These get clogged if the fluid isn't changed every 25-30K miles.. At 80K miles, it would prob be a good idea to actually drop the pan and replace the pick-up filter as well.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Some good suggestions. I utilized the dipstick as just an extra measure of fluid measurement. Not necessary, just a good extra peace of mind. As I mentioned in the video and in other comments, the overflow is true method for fluid level adjustment. And monitoring the CVT fluid level with an OBD device is definitely best practice for draining and adjustment. However, as outlined in the FSM (linked in description), the car should be idling when adjusting at overflow. There is enough play room within the temperature range (95-113 F) for it to be idling while adjusting, as suggested by Nissan. I just replaced filters and did another change (video on the way), and I cracked overflow open @ idle at 104, and it was still @ 104 F when completed.

Bro I appreciate you for this video, I learned some new things. When I first heard them say that Nissan tansmissions are non serviceable and the oil don't need changed I said that is some straight bull crap (laugh)😂😂😂😂. Of course they dont want you to check your own oil. They want you to spend hundreds for a new transmission.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Donald Larkins lol most definitely man! Im glad it helped tho man 👊

@yangzaoli1077

4 жыл бұрын

Donald Larkins A new transmission will cost you thousands of bucks😡 Many Nissan ended up being sold to junkyard because of this

@rayseanhughes1512

3 жыл бұрын

Just put a brand new transmission in mine at 45000 miles 2016

Hello 👋 KZread lovers Awesome 👍 Job 👌 man Thanks A million for your efforts making this video. It's very hard to make videos when you are one man Army. So really appreciate it.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I definitely appreciate the comment!

such a helpful video. I’m lazy so just drained and refilled. Better than nothing. lol. Thanks for the tutorial😊

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Ай бұрын

Lol i appreciate it!

I watched your video on how to change cvt fluid on Altima .i done 2 cvt fluid flushes on my 18 altima.i spent 60 bucks on 8 quarts of universal cvt fluid and took right at 30 minutes both times .you saved me a bunch of money by making this video .no more taking it to the dealer .also now i no it’s really being changed since doing it myself and not being flim flanged by the dealer

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Good to hear, glad it helped man!

@bologna_soup

3 жыл бұрын

Any issues with using universal fluid? Heard that Nissan n3 is the only way to go

@johnlowery8942

3 жыл бұрын

@@bologna_soup I’ve used valvoline synthetic universal cvt fluid and have had no problems .I flushed my cvt just like in video except I didn’t disconnect fluid lines .I drained out cvt fluid ,then added 6 quarts ,warmed up tranny went through gears then opened over flow plug n done like in video .I done the procedure once and drove it about a hr then repeated again and my cvt fluid is clear and cvt shifts good with no problems .the guy who made this video saved me a lot of money by making a diy video

@eltrompudo26

Жыл бұрын

@@johnlowery8942 so do u have to open the over flow plug with the car running? Or the car have to be off?

@johnlowery8942

Жыл бұрын

@@eltrompudo26 car has to be running when u remove over flow plug.

Thank you very much for this video. I helped me perform this work and save my Daughter a lot of money. Showing us all of the parts needed with part numbers was also very helpful. THANK YOU!!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

Awesome man! Thanks for the comment, glad it helped.

I liked the video thank u for this. I have a 2016 Nissan Rogue and believe it’s the same procedure. The engine design is the same.

Used your video for my 16 Pathfinder. I adjusted it with the nicoclub manual for my vehicle but it was almost exactly the same. Cheers sir and good video.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thanks for the comment.

Thanks for doing this video! I’m about to do it on my 2014 Altima and it really helps!!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Good like with the job!

I've done my moms 2014 altima twice all I did was drain the fluid about 3 and half qrts put the 3 and half back in drove it for a week then drained it again filled and drove again then drained and filled by the last drain it should have clean out old and have clean fluid in

@sameermir9719

Жыл бұрын

That’s a lot of fluid . 3.5 qts X 3 = 11 qts and at 25 dollars a qt that’s 275 worth of fluid

My brother used Amsoil Signature series CVT fluid which is 100% synthetic as opposed to full synthetic which is not really synthetic. When he went to drain it after 30k, it was as clear as the day it went in and it looked like it hadn't been used. Needless to say, he felt like he wasted the fluid by draining it, but he still changed it anyway. It was later that we found out, the Amsoil stuff is barely getting started at 30k. When it comes to engine oil, I don't think it matters what oil you use even conventional as long as you change it every 5k or so. However, for transmission fluid, I am now a believer in 100% synthetic fluid. It is simply vastly superior to anything out there including the "OEM" stuff.

I spoke about, and showed your video to 3 local Nissan Service supervisors. All three agreed that your procedure for transmission service is "absolutely wrong" They all agreed that there is absolutely no reason to "flush" any Nissan CVT transmission, nor is there a need to change any CVT transmission filters during "regular" scheduled maintenance. They said it's a "waste of time and money", and your method could actually "damage " a Nissan CVT transmission. To give you the benefit of the doubt, I called Nissan USA in Tennessee and spoke with their Director Of Maintenance Operations, and he too agreed with the dealers I mentioned. The Director stated "There is nothing in Owner's Manuals, nor in any Service Bulletins that mandates flushing CVT transmissions.., or changing the filters..."

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

Cool.

one of the best DIY video ever! thanks man!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

I definitely appreciate that! 🙏🙏

*It's amazing how many questions are asked in the comments that are clearly in the video if they would just watch the whole video.*

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Ай бұрын

Yess 🙌 one of my favorite comments I’ve ever read. This is the case with all my videos lol. I tend to not answer them when they are clearly outlined in the video.

Man thank you for this video...I have a nissian maxima 2011 and I've been wanting to do this i have 85000 miles on my car....really appreciate cha for this and I subcribed

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

kylo Solo awesome man! I appreciate it! Good luck with the fluid change!

Very good video in detail how to change CVT fluid - Thanks

You forgot to change yrans filter, and strainer filter inside the pan. Also if you drop the pan, there are two magnets covered with a lot of sludge, whole pan actually is covered with sludge and needs cleaning before you waste new oil. Procedure needs to be done twice, so you need to clean it , replace filters, dill it up once , run it thru the gears, warm it up, drain first fluid out. Refill again. That is the proper procedure. Best regards Kris

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Check top pinned comment.

Not sure if any of the other comments mention your oversight. The manual you are reading from says INSPECT⁵⁷ the CVT fluid at 60k miles. Note ⁵ says this includes the Altima. Note ⁷ says replace the CVT fluid if towing, using a camper, driving on rough or muddy roads. The Replace CVT Fluid you seem to be referring to is applicable to the NV200 taxi and the Pathfinder HEV. Same at 90k and 120k. If the fluid is 'abnormal' in color, smell and/or volume you should not only change it but determine and fix the problem causing the abnormal condition. Lesson to be learned, read the service manual carefully, particularly when the manual refers to multiple applications. For a 2.5L Altima that isn't used to tow or otherwise stress the CVT and fluid, the fluid could last the vehicle's lifetime but should be inspected every 30k miles to determine if other more serious issues exist within the CVT system. Beyond that, this is a helpful video for understanding how to change CVT fluid on an Altima 2.5

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Brad Trent you are correct about the manual reference, it does suggest “inspecting” at these mileages, and I did forget to note that in the video. However, I wouldn’t jump right to “the fluid could last the vehicles lifetime”, nor bank on that, considering the history of these transmissions. Could it? Possibly. Should you? Probably not. Especially @ 100K+. Generally speaking, trans fluid should be changed every 30K, and I wouldn’t treat these CVT’s any differently, especially considering their history. I have a friend who works for a Nissan Service center, and they recommend and include CVT fluid replacement at 60K service. There is even another comment on this video regarding Nissan Dealer including fluid change at 60K. Although, I’m sure this could vary from Center to Center, but Nissan is well aware of the common failure of this trans, and its upped their proactiveness, and you can bet if the car is warranty and/or regularly serviced by Nissan, they’re changing that CVT fluid. A whole lot of transmissions have failed since that manual was published, a whole class-action lawsuit amount. Considering the plague of the CVT’s, and the relatively easiness of this job, I would 100 percent periodically change the fluid, and I would do it as per the “inspection” intervals outlined in the manual, every 30K. As for the car in the video, I was a bit brave and kind of put it to the test and waited longer than I’m suggesting to change the fluid. The car had no problems/symptoms, but the fluid was darker, although not contaminated. But it was 5 year old 100K+ fluid. Any fluid that old is going to age, the “lifetime fluid” is really nothing more than a marketing scheme. And just to dig a little deeper into the “lifetime” fluid statement, they don’t even outline what their definition of a “lifetime” is. 100K? 250K? 500k? Am I suppose to think I can drive this car for 20 years and generate 750K on the dash and that “lifetime” fluid is ready to roll as much as it was when it had 7500 on the dash? I can almost guarantee Nissan’s definition of a “lifetime” is a bit different than the consumers definition. I would treat these transmissions no different than any other, and periodically change the fluid every 30K. And I have yet to see any documentation regarding a Nissan CVT that lasted a “lifetime”, but you sure can find tons of documentation on why it should be changed from all angles of the internet. My .02.

@bradtrent4839

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee I agree. You noted the fluid was darker (probably had a 'burnt' odor also), hence it should be replaced. Anyhow, I live in Thailand and my 2015 Nissan is a Teana built in Japan and sold in Thailand. The dealers here are pretty 'enthusiastic' about changing fluids and other maintenance. Despite what my owners manual says, they want to replace the CVT fluid every 40k km (25k miles). They also want to change the NGK iridium plugs at 50k km (30k miles). That's probably too frequently on both items but they get about $400 for the CVT fluid replacement and $80 for replacing 4 spark plugs that look nearly new. So I have to balance the dealership's enthusiasm with economic reality and common sense. I have just over 50k km on the car and the CVT fluid still has good color and odor but based on your advice I'll be checking it more frequently and probably be changing it before 75k km (~45k mi) or sooner if the fluid shows abnormal dirt, smell, color change, etc. Thanks for your helpful video and advice.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Brad Trent I definitely agree. Dealers are surely enthusiastic about replacing everything, especially fluids. Definitely need to be careful with dealers and their suggestions. Those numbers do seem a bit early though, you could prob go to 60K with plugs. I waited way longer than I should have with both plugs and the CVT fluid which is something I never do, but the car has always ran great and I was just like if it aint broke, dont fix it lol. But once it got to 100K I had to address it, just for peace of mind. But honestly I think it is in the best interest to just go ahead and stay on top of it and do the periodical maintenance intervals. I plan on continuing the intervals from here on out.

I will do this. I probably won’t flush the cvt fluid warmer since it looks intimidating. Thank you

@andyp3834

4 жыл бұрын

me too, im spoided though, I have a 6 foot pit in the garage AND it has leveling pads, should I make a video?

@Pandacuddless

4 жыл бұрын

@@andyp3834 that would be awesome. A brake fluid or differential flush with be awesome too

Not serviceable and lifetime fluid are two outright and blatant lies! First no fluid is lifetime then second, the fluid IS serviceable and they were just spewing bad information. Then if it is not serviceable why can we go and buy the fluid? Also any transmission shop will tell you the same things I said about it all being a lie. Dealers like the one you went to for service are the exact reason so many of these CVTs fail. Then people trying to go 100,000 miles on the original fluid and sit there wondering why it failed. Gee, I think the fluid needed replaced! I know some people had good luck with these but they were never meant to go for so long without maintenance! That drain plug is not there for decorative purposes!!!!

Good! But if transmission is low on fluid will make that noise(rare). Best to take it to the dealer because sound like is air on the transmission

I know this is kind of an old video and I thank you for posting it with the process and everything because I'm going to try it on my 2014 for the first time on my own, despite having lots of experience in the industry. however to answer your question the very beginning on who makes the fluid for Nissan it would be Idemitsu. Look up Idemitsu NS3. Youll find it. It isnt any cheaper or anything but its the same fluid bottled in a Nissan Genuine labeled.bottle.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate it! And thank you for the fluid insight. I’ve actually heard that before, so I appreciate the additional input 🤙 i also have an updated version of this video with filter replacement, its the top pinned comment & in the description 👍

@jayb7026

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that little cartridge style filter is kinda hidden in there! Appreciate you, because even with experience I have been frightened to even touch a CVT because I know how problematic they can be!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

@@jayb7026 trust me i hear ya man! Thats why I held out so long on this car…I really didn’t even want to touch it, considering their reputation/history. But when i realize we would be keeping the car for a while and the mileage racked up, i had no choice. But really, in my opinion this transmission’s just fail. If its gonna fail, its gonna fail, really just luck of the draw from all that I’ve seen. That said, proper maintenance is definitely gives you the best chance at prolonging it, but I do think for the most part if its gonna go bad, its going to go bad. Don’t be worried about servicing it, these things really need new fluid every 20K-30K. As long as you are careful and do the service correctly you shouldn’t have much to worry about!

@jayb7026

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, maintenance is the key to every car I cant stress this to my customers friends and family enough! We just rolled over 100K on our 14 Altima and I feel the same about the trans...Its gonna fail. Thank goodness we bought a super extended warranty! $150 transmissions!😆😂😆🤣

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

@@jayb7026 lol i hear ya man! Hopefully you don’t ever have to use that warranty lol

CVT saves you money on gas but not really if you think abt the maintenance of the transmission all those few dollars contribute to a oil & filter & flush can on the transmission for every approximate 15-30k miles run

Nissan gave me a letter in 2008 guaranteeing the CVT for 120,000 miles or 10 years. well i am at 104,000 miles and the fluid has been changed at the dealership Wyler on 3 occasions. I only use the car now for local trips to the stores. If I need to go out of state i rent an auto from, enterprise or another car rental company. I have read so much about the problems with these Nissan CVT transmissions I have no faith in pushing my luck. My next Auto will be something with a regular transmission, I have an old Pontiac, family heirloom, and it has 200,000 miles on it , same engine and transmission. Not sure what is wrong with Nissan these days, but better to move on, to another make. good luck with your oil change.

The dealership I purchased my car from offers a lifetime powertrain warranty if all factory service is performed at the dealership. Also, at 50,000 miles your suppose to receive a discount card. Getting the discount card was not easy I asked multiple times and left multiple messages. When I called and asked for the manager about my discount card and schedule my 55,000 services he reminded me that the 60,000-mile service would be $425. It includes the cabin filter, air filter, CVT flush, brake flush, oil change, and tire rotation. I just got my 55,000 services for my 2016 Altima and my discount card this morning. I asked for a print out of the 60,000-mile service and the total was $738.67. They included a bunch of services I don't need. I didn't say anything to the service manager because I thought I would just decline the things I didn't need. As I look closer at the quote when I got home they want $319.94 for the CVT trans fluid exchange alone. That seems like an inflated amount, I will call the manager on Monday. How much does a typical CVT trans flush cost? I want the dealer to do the work because I want to keep my lifetime powertrain warranty I just don't want to be taken advantage of. Any suggestions and comments are welcomed. :)

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Desiree Muhammad hey! In my opinion, I think around $300 is an average price for an actual CVT flush/service from a dealer, just not a drain/refill. Does sound like a big number with all of the services coming to $738 total though. I would definitely do the CVT flush, oil change and tire rotation, and i would honestly say consider doing the cabin filter and air filter as well. If they want $425 for all of that, its not a great price, but I would consider it because its not horrible in my opinion. Hope this helps.

@HB-yq8gy

4 жыл бұрын

You're one of the lucky ones with a lifetime warranty. After our 2011 Cube trans failed at 106,000 miles the dealer offered no assistance. The rebuilt cost us $3500!! If i were you get rid of the vehicle because over time trans will fail!! Maybe you can transfer the lifetime warranty to new buyer & give new buyer peace of mind.

You forgot to change the filter cartridge. I highly recommend changing your oil every 30,000 miles. This is Nissan‘s recommendation. They tell you every 40,000 or 50,000 but that’s just the minimum amount of maintenance to keep the warranty going.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

Check the pinned comment.

There are no filters . It’s a built in screen that honestly if there is debris on it you have other issues. If you do regular drains every 30k miles you are will be fine.

@kccodex8931

2 жыл бұрын

There is the screen that's replaceable, and a paper filter that is also easily replaceable.

I usually have fluid all the way up to the hot on mine. I always did have trouble reading that thing... I just make sure I put back what I take out and everything seems to go pretty well..

The manual does not say to change the fluid for a Nissan Altima. It says only at 60,000 miles to change it OR inspect it. This is vague in the manual. No where else does it say at any other mileage to change it. Only possibly change it at 60,000 miles. It specifically lists two vehicles to actually change it on for this manual, the NV200 and any HEV vehicles. Hybrid Electric Vehicles.

Why did you not pull the pan and change the filters also ?

@TheAnkit211

3 жыл бұрын

There is a cartridge filter too that needs to be replaced . Whole damm job is about $300 even if you decide to do it your self .let alone dealer price tag !!! Fuel savings straight out the window . Wont buy car with CVT again ! Cant wait to get rid of my 2016 altima !

I just had to get my 2018 Altima transmission rebuilt at 56k. Luckily it was still in warranty AND due to the class action lawsuit there's an extended warranty.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

Definitely good thing it was still in warranty! Thats crazy!

Awesome video brother , gonna do mine this week because of your video. Question , can you just drain the fluid without warming up or car needs to warm up first ?

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! The car needs to be warmed up according to the Nissan FSM when draining the trans fluid. Needs to be drained between 95F-113F, I typically drain right at 104F. Check out my updated CVT Fluid video (link in description), full CVT service including filters exactly to the FSM specifications, and I included how to monitor the CVT Fluid Temperature.

Glad to hear yours makes that sorta whining sound too like at 37:33 & 37:36. Wasn’t sure if something was wrong with mine lol

@raviolisauce103

3 жыл бұрын

yea it’s just the electric steering, mine does it too.

@Thug1605

3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I thought when seeing this vid lol

so that one can, flushing through those ports, flushes the entire transmission?!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

6 ай бұрын

Noo not at all. Its only flushing the CVT warmer.

@TENNSUMITSUMA

6 ай бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee what's the use in that if the whole rest of the cvt still has craped up oil in it?!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

6 ай бұрын

@@TENNSUMITSUMA 2013-2018 Nissan Altima CVT Fluid & Filter Replacement kzread.info/dash/bejne/mIOD1q6md9mxYqQ.html Check this video out

Will be doing my 2015 pathfinder soon but I doubt I will be going back with Nissan Fluid. Reason is there are better fluids out there for CVT transmissions. Nissan does not make the fluid it’s a company in TX that makes it. If there fluid was so great then it should last longer than 60k. Have seen lab test with there fluid vs others showing how it preforms its @ a much lower rate when compared to Castrol or Amzoil CVT fluid when it gets heated up! Plus it breaks down much faster rate too! However your video was solid in its DIY format! Thanks!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate the comment & insight.

Thank you for the video, but when you measure on the dipstick looks like the dipstick is not accurate. When the transmission is hot shouldn't the level be somewhere closer to the hot level on the dipstick? It didn't even pass the first mark on the dipstick barely pass the tip of it. I just got a 2015 Altima 2.5L and it only has 7000 miles, it was 5000 miles only when I'd bought it. Just bought a dipstick from eBay, but based off your video the correct measurement should not pass the first mark of the dipstick regardless if engine is warm up or not.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Its not made for the car, so therefore it won’t read “correctly”, as in, it won’t align with the markings on the dipstick. The dipstick is from a 4th gen Altima. It doesn’t end up being the correct length on the 5th gen Altima. But honestly you don’t truly need to utilize a dipstick anyway, just a good extra measure for some additional peace of mind. The goal of the dipstick was to get a similar reading on the dipstick before&after (which I did), not ensure it was in the correct range indicated on the dipstick.

I had a 2013 altima although I only kept it for 38,000 miles cause it was a lease, I had no issues with the cvt.

A more easier and accurate way to check the level is to measure the old CVT fluid you could buy a 5 quart engine oil dispenser jug with the measurement printed on the side and pour the old fluid in it and you get a accurate measurement

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Actually, it’s not. To me honestly, thats the rookie approach when not knowing the correct method. It’s not the correct procedure, Nissan literally made an extra drain plug bolt designed specifically for fluid level. And if there is a leak, and/or the fluid change has been prolonged and some fluid has been burned, it becomes completely irrelevant. And it’s not easier, measuring fluid will never be easier than opening a drain plug bolt until it comes to a slow drip.

@michaelgarland579

Жыл бұрын

I just changed mine. I used two milk judges first check fluid level then drain it put old in milk judges an put new fluid in other milk judges an match level up same as old it holds 4 courts milk judges so my car fine I know I put the right amount in

22:10 before reconnecting those two hoses you flushed... don't you need to flush out the "flushing" fluid before reconnecting both hoses? Maybe some lightly compressed air? Or maybe connect the hose coming from the CVT, add some CVT fluid, start the car and pump some CVT fluid through to get any of the flushing liquid out?

@bikerboysrus1

3 жыл бұрын

Not at all. The flushing was done through rubber hoses that are angled down. They got an aluminum block that will not hold liquid more than a few drops. Let it evaporate a few minutes and hook back up. The few drops that might be left in system will evaporate out through the transmission evaporator line (breather line)

Good shit bud gonna do mine as soon as the stuff gets here

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Roger Cluck awesome man! Good luck!

I’m at 107,000 2017 SV model... transmission fluid yet to be changed.

@SuperKirkb

3 жыл бұрын

ur stressing your car, its recommeded at 100k for change

No changing the filter inside the pan?

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Check out top pinned comment

I really need you to change mine. If possible replace the bv on the transmission. Mine is a 2013 w 194k miles

From 2:59 to like 3:30 it tells you to change the fluid for the NV200 Taxi and the Pathfinder Hybrid Electronic Vehicle... For all other Nissan vehicles you need to look at notes 6 and 7. Note 7 states to only change it if you're towing a trailer, using a camper, a car-top carrier or driving on rough or muddy roads... I'd rather er on the side of caution and change it out anyway at 60k.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Patrick Jones yea i would say 60K isn’t a bad first change, and then every 30K after that. Honestly wouldn’t hurt to do it every 30K, especially with the history of these CVTs.

What about cvt filter You forget to change filter

@raviolisauce103

3 жыл бұрын

It’s built into the transmission for his model. If you wanted to change it you’d have to separate the transmission. Really dumb design...

Thanks for sharing...great video

good video, I hope I don't have any trouble with mine I have a 2014 with 39000 on it.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Hopefully it stays that way!

Zip tie the hoses when you flush it if you don't want a huge mess

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Yea, they can be a help if you're not to lazy to go grab them lol.

The dipstick showed it was dry. A cvt would never work if it was anywhere near dry. Is it possible the dipstick was from a V6? You can't always trust dismantler yards. Not all yards are self service.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

5 ай бұрын

You didn’t pay attention to the video man

I haven't done this yet, but I was going to pour all the old fluid in a empty gallon jug, then match the new fluid in another jug, then dump it all in.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

6 күн бұрын

I mean…..you could do it that way and probably get it right. I just don’t see the point in wasting your time doing that though when it’s not the correct method. It’s really not that hard….pour 4 quarts in and then pop the overflow out and let it go until a slow-drip. Its not rocket science lol

@NateM154

5 күн бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee Jacking every tire to keep the car level is a pita, tho. My other car had a sealed trans, and I would jack up one tire, quickly pull the overflow, lower the car to level and watch til it came to a drip. Then jack and put the plug back in.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

5 күн бұрын

Check out my getting the 5th gen. Altima on jackstands video. Just need to throw it on jack-stands on all 4 corners, and if you don’t have any….its worth the small investment if you intend on DIY’ing as it seems you are.

@NateM154

5 күн бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee That's a good video. Thanks.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

5 күн бұрын

@@NateM154 🙏🙏

Fyi when checking fluids, it be who of you to wait until the fluid settles otherwise you’ll get a bad ready. Also the fluid is slippery and slides off giving a low reading

Thank you for the video link! Great channel and content ,subbed 🤙

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks man! Likewise! Appreciate it 👊👊

You should use the overflow fill plug to pump in the oil.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

11 ай бұрын

Either can be done successfully, in my other video with the filter replacement thats how i did it

Good video... Thank you!

Great vid man

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate it! 🙏

Hey there , So it doesn’t matter which hose to flush the transmission through because u gotta do both ends right ? , considering i take off the ones u described.

Excellent video!!

@TheOriginalBeeCee

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it thank you 🙏

I have a 2013 Altima with 3.5. But not transmission dipstick anyone know part # of it. ? Thank you in advance

Excellent video very well explained Where do I get the dipstick? because my Nissan only has the cap but not the dipstick

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

@ 8:32

Did you not change the fluid strainer? It's not even terribly difficult, you just have to drop the pan. Also, if you're just flushing the radiator side of the cooler, why bother doing it there specifically? a forced cooling system flush would cover it without the headache of taking off those hose clamps. Just my $0.02.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

4 жыл бұрын

UOR Kane whats up man, you're like the 4th comment I've answered in regards to the pan lol. In my opinion, dropping the pan would be situational, and on a case by case basis. I opted not too, but it couldn’t hurt considering the mileage of this particular car in the video (plan too on next flush). But if you are doing this at 30K, 60k, really even 90K depending on the prior maintenance, you really only need to do the fluid change and/or flush. I would say drop the pan and incorporate the filter, etc. into this job @ the 90k interval or 120K. My $0.02. And lol a cooling system flush would have flushed just that, the coolant. It isn't coolant that was flushed in this job, it was CVT fluid. The CVT warmer has two lines circulating CVT fluid, and two lines circulating coolant, totaling in 4 warmer lines. I flushed the CVT fluid from the warmer, nothing to do with coolant. The radiator in automatic cars essentially has two "sections", you can almost look at it like being two separate "containers"...one holding anti-freeze, one holding trans fluid. Performing a coolant system flush would have flushed the coolant side of the radiator, completely separate job from this. To flush the trans fluid side of the radiator, which is what the goal is with this job, this is how its performed. Coolant and trans fluid aren't mixing together in the radiator (if they are you got a big problem lol), and doing a coolant flush is it's own entity.

I’ve got 205,000 on my 2013 Altima and I’ve never changed it lol. Guess I’ll do it this weekend.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Lol that’s impressive. I’ve heard of a few others prolonged with about that mileage still kicking

@dhobbs1974

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee I do have a question. Why do you check the transmission fluid level with the car running? Also when you unscrew the overflow, do you do that with the car running or turn it off.

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

@@dhobbs1974 overflow should be unscrewed with vehicle running. And most manufacturers recommend checking trans fluid when warmed up/hot/operating temperature. Although you can also check at both hot and cold for the most accurate measures. Some vehicles/‘manufacturers that have dipsticks sometimes have both cold and hot readings.

@kyleh4060

3 жыл бұрын

Lol I got a 2013 @ 250k never changed it either.

@mikecastleberry9671

Жыл бұрын

Don't do it now so many miles on it if you change the fluid a put. New fluid it will fall apart like a two dollar suitcase

"2013-2018 Nissan Altima CVT Transmission Fluid Change" You have given a good DIY video kind Sir. However, in deference to Nissan; there IS a very important reason why they do NOT want owners to change their CVT's oil. Here is why... The "CVT" transmission is the most sensitive to problems in history. Worse; the wrong oil, and other wrong things; CAN, in a minute, damage this transmission; all the way up to "blowing it up". Where that has never happened with other type transmissions. And the cost of these CVT's is very high. This hurts the owners and Nissan when it comes to warranties. Because; IF then find an owner does not do it right; Nissan will NOT honor the warranty. And they shouldn't. Now; if a dealer says that CVT's oil does NOT need changing; that is a bold faced LIE. And some dealers never say that, thank Jesus. In fact; IF it is not changed according to their specs; CVT's are going to be damaged; and will have to be changed at a high cost. Now Nissan, and any wise person, KNOWS; that many an owner; WILL do things they should not do; when working on this transmission. There has been times when they changed the oil with engine oil. Of course it was ruined in no time. Thus Nissan does NOT want this to happen. YES...there are people like you (sadly less than 10%) that will follow the procedures from Nissan. But sadly, most will NOT do this. Thus the owners, dealers and the manufacturers, have a quagmire; "waitin to happen"!. End of Story...

i usually use a scale to weigh how much fluid i took out , it's a lot easier ! otherwise a good video

When should I get the cvt transmission drained. I have a 2014 Honda Accord and had a new transmission put in around 40,000 miles and it's at 72,000 now

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

I would say every 30K is a good interval. So you might wanna consider having it done!

@ygbodybuilder3023

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee now AM i getting it drained or change? Because no hear they are not the same

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

@@ygbodybuilder3023 honestly different people use different verbiage for the same thing, and sometimes people use the same verbiage for different things. To me, drain & change would be the same thing. There really is no “flushing” a CVT, so really, all there is fluid-maintenance wise is draining and refilling.

@ygbodybuilder3023

3 жыл бұрын

@@TheOriginalBeeCee ok cool because I'm getting mine done at the dealer because I would hate for aanother shop to mess things up and tried to short cut with just adding any type of fluid

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

@@ygbodybuilder3023 got ya man i hear you! I would hope the dealer could handle it lol

I like your video. I wish you live close by in middle Tennessee . I like my Nissan but I don't like the dealer ship I go too because they have changed hands/customer service and they are always say you need this and that. I'm sorry I had a few situations with them, lack of knowledge or inexperience tech or don't care get you in and out fast .

@TheOriginalBeeCee

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry to hear, definitely have to be careful unfortunately when taking your vehicle to a dealership.

Online is says it takes 10 quarts to drain and fill these cvt transmissions.. you use 5 ... I'm confused?

You left a whole bunch of that flush solvent in the transmission heater/cooler. You are supposed to run air through it after flushing. If you don't have compressed air, it is better not to flush it. Better to have the old fluid in there than the flush solvent.

could you please make a video on solenoid pressure control issue (P0776) & P0481 - Fluid pressure sensor stored ??

Great and helpful video! Very detailed! After draining some out about how many quarts you figure it took? Have the same car and wanna try changing!💯💪👍

@TheOriginalBeeCee

10 ай бұрын

About 4 quarts!

@user-yz3wk3tx9z

10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot! Drained it yesterday and wanted to be sure so I'll replace it now!💯👍🙏

thx this is very useful i took my 13 altima to autonation nissan chandler for a recall and they dented my trans pan and its leaking :)

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 жыл бұрын

Damn, sorry to hear. “Take it to the dealer they said” smh. Check out my newest video....its the top pinned comment, has pan & filter procedure as well!

Thanks a lot for the informative and helpful video. I'm willing to change my transmission fluid in my 2017 Altima, Is it necessary to flush the cvt oil cooler? Where I can find the procedure (FSM) for flushing the oil cooler? Because believe it ir not, my altima has external oil cooler from the manufacturer (Aisa Market). I really want to flush the external cooler if you can help me finding the right steps or FSM Again, thanks a lot

@TheOriginalBeeCee

3 ай бұрын

I would potentially do the cooler if the fluid has been prolong or not changed regularly. Should ideally be changed every 30k, i outlined my opinion on intervals and all that in my newer CVT video. And I didn’t come across any procedures for oil cooler in FSM unfortunately

For a while there I thought the bug was crawling on my phone screw, lol

They say you are supposed to check in warm and running.. But Every time I do that, There is oil splashed all over the stick it's new fluid too so It's so hard to see where its at.. LOL..

Does the dipstick go down to the pan?

Class action suit on nissan cvt