CVT transmissions have undeniable advantages over any other types of automatic transmissions. The system allows you to more effectively realize the traction ability of the engine. This ensures high fuel efficiency and low emissions. Therefore, CVTs and have become so popular among motorists. But for the box to work properly and give positive emotions, a regular oil change in the variator is necessary. Nissan Beetle is no exception. Oil can be changed both at the service station and independently. Moreover, choosing the second way, you can save a lot.
Features CVT Nissan
CVT transmission is an important car system. Unlike traditional torque converter automatic transmissions, Jatco variators are more technologically advanced. Such a complex gearbox allows you to more correctly distribute the load. This ensures high comfort of movement without failures and jerks.
Jatco CVTs can operate reliably over a distance of 200 thousand kilometers. But such long operating periods are possible only with high-quality, timely and competent service. First of all, this concerns timely oil change in the Nissan-Beetle variator.
For such transmissions, oil starvation is very fatal, since the design has a mass of moving parts. If there is a lack of lubrication or there is oil in the crankcase that has lost its properties, then the friction between the pairs of parts increases. This will negatively affect the operation of the variator. Properly selected lubrication will allow to remove slippage of moving friction pairs.
Nissan Zhuk cars are equipped with a CVT for a relatively recent model from the CVT7 family, and the model itself has the index JFR015E. This is a separate development of the company, which is designed for small gasoline engines.
A feature of the Nissan Juke variator is a two-stage planetary gear. At speeds of up to 100 kilometers per hour, the first stage operates. If the speed increases, then the system engages the second stage. Due to this scheme, it turned out to reduce the size of the cones and reduce the size of the box. In fact, the result is a design that destroys itself.
About typical breakdowns and their causes
Since technical solutions are not well thought out and are constantly saved in production, parts subjected to wear during transmission operation fail much faster. The details of the planetary gear also wear out during operation, which is not especially typical for CVTs.
The parts of the variator are of poor quality, so the bearings and seats quickly fail. The chips are distributed throughout the system, thereby clogging the valves and solenoids, as well as the pressure reducing valve of the oil pump. The variator quickly fails due to increased pressure due to a clogged pressure reducing valve. This is another reason why it is recommended to carry out timely and regular oil changes in the Nissan-Beetle variator.
Also, during operation, the internal elements of the cones are subjected to active wear, which enable them to move. For this reason, the valve body is clogged.
About reliability
The unit is considered to be relatively reliable, but under normal operating conditions it rarely nurses more than 100 thousand kilometers. The first calls about the need for repair, "Nissan Beetle" is already at a range of 30 thousand kilometers. Repair specialists consider it inappropriate and rarely take the variator to work. The only right and affordable financial decision is to buy a new unit.
How often to change the oil?
According to the manufacturer’s technical regulations, the oil change in the Nissan-Zhuk variator should be carried out at least every 15 thousand kilometers of the vehicle. But it is believed that changing the lubricant is necessary only in case of emergency, as its replacement with your own hands can cause a waiver of further warranty. But for the transmission to work properly, the fluid must be changed regularly. Only this is the key to the absence of variator problems.
Signs of an oil change
When operating the box, pay attention to the following symptoms. This is a slip during the start of movement, vibration during operation, loss of vehicle power. If these factors show themselves at noticeable intervals, it is worth replacing the transmission fluid.
Also, the oil needs to be replaced if its color has changed, the smell of the liquid has changed, it has become opaque or contains solid particles.
Volume
As for the volume, for the variator transmission of this model, 3 liters of fluid is required. It is just enough so that there is no risk of oil starvation. During the replacement process, it is also necessary to take care of the new filter, since a dirty cleaning element will create certain problems with the correct distribution of the liquid.
As for the choice of oil, the best option is the original lubricants, for example, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2. It has high lubricating properties and will prevent wear of friction pairs. Also, experts recommend using Mobil-1 5w50 Supersin PeekLife.
Tools and materials
To replace the oil in the variator "Nissan-Beetle" 1.6 you will need the original or not the original fluid. In addition, you will need a set of wrenches and socket heads, a screwdriver, a gasket, rags, as well as a container for draining the waste fluid.
Full replacement
It is understood that during such a replacement, the old oil will be completely drained and a new liquid will be filled in return. It is impossible to drain all the oil at one time, so the procedure is repeated until the drained liquid assumes a normal color.
- For partial replacement, warm the engine to operating temperature and shut it down.
- Then find the drain valve on the crankcase.
- Drain the maximum volume of old oil through it.
- Next, the valve must be turned on and the engine started again. In this case, the transmission should work in all ranges.
- After the engine is again turned off and the oil is drained.
- The procedure is repeated. As a result, normal colored fluid should flow from the drain valve.
Oil Change Procedure
This procedure is resorted to if the CVT is malfunctioning or after repair. The Nissan variator requires changing the oil, as already mentioned, when its color changes and a characteristic odor appears. It will darken and smell like burning.
- The car is warmed up to about 70 degrees.
- Then put on a hole or overpass.
- Disconnect crankcase protection. First you need to substitute a suitable empty container under the machine.
- Unscrew the cork and drain the old oil.
- Then screw the cork and use a dipstick to check the level.
- Next, they start the engine and warm it up, and the transmission selector is switched in turn to all modes.
This completes the replacement procedure.