CVT transmission whining- FIXED

CVT transmission whining- FIXED

[@mt2804]

I have a 2012 Maxima SV. I was experiencing the EXACT same issue. However I had never changed my transmission fluid and had 160k on the transmission. Started whining and slow down when i pressed gas pedal, especially on very hot days. The dealer told me that the tranny was done. I figured why not try it at this point. I had them completely drain all the old fluid out the tranny and replace with new nissan cvt fluid. The Problem stopped immediately and I am at 189K with no tranny issues at all. The manager laughs everytime i bring it in for a oil/filter change. Thank You Jason for this video. Just wanted to circle back and post this to the community since this video really helped me out at the time.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Great news! Thrilled that you were able to get the problem resolved and still have a good running car. Good luck and thank you for the support 👍

[@danielprentice7225]

Did you change your filter that first time you changed the fluid

[@mt2804]

@@danielprentice7225 I asked them for their complete tranny flush. The dealer offered two services. The first service only replaces 50% of the old and the other service replaces all the fluid with fresh CVT fluid. I opted to flush and replace all the CVT fluid. I honestly don’t know if that included the filter or not. I never asked the service manager.

[@abdoumassah]

Same thing happened to me just did my flush and I don’t hear the whining noise but it’s shifting a lil better not great

[@manueltorres4687]

Thanks for your input! It worked I went to dealership cost me $20 dollars a quart.. I’m handy and changed it ant all the whine was gone ! So everyone it is a possibility that this could be your fix!! 10/22/21!!

[@vc7810]

Hey does yours have a metal sounding whine I have a 2009 maxima with a lot of miles just wondering how your car sounded wasn’t sure what year you have but thanks ahead of time if you reply

[@therneee]

I had this exact problem, loosing acceleration in dangerous spots, after getting off the highway I would have a hard time gassing up again. The transmission fluid change was all I needed for it to be back to normal. Did a 14 hour road trip not a single issue. This is exactly what I needed thank you so much!

[@therneee]

I used original Nissan fluid

[@therneee]

Not finding this solution anywhere else online so I am glad I found this video

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Truly happy to hear it. That’s exactly why I created this video to help everybody in this situation.

[@kevantarmstrong]

My car is doing the exact same thing and my fuid is brown nowhere near black but I'm Afraid changing my fluid would make my transmission slip

[@erickeith1466]

There should be "CVT Owners Anonymous", basically a support group for all of us emotionally and mortally wounded from this temperamental transmission. Bottom line, which you will see in all the comments, you need to do a drain & fill of the trans fluid every 30-40K miles, at least 4 quarts (~4 liters). The goals is, at the least, to cycle in fresh CVT fluid to ensure it continues to meet factory specs. In most vehicles, especially Nissans, CVT Fluid will be mostly burned up and failing by 50-60K miles. If you don't do a big change out of CVT fluid by then, you're asking for trouble, including having to change out 100% of it all at once, which is not easy. CVT fluid fails fast and hard because CVTs run hot. It takes a good amount of friction to keep the steel belt from slipping, and with friction comes heat. Also, be aware that CVT fluid serves three functions: hydraulic action, cooling, and lubrication. When it burns, it can't properly serve all the functions. When you hear the classic CVT whine, that's usually fluid starvation. Anti-foaming agents are spent and you're getting foaming and cavitation. When this happens, the hydraulic action begins to fail, and along with it, cooling and lubrication. When your CVT is slipping and shuddering, that's usually means the anti-friction additives are out of tolerance making the belt stick or slip...or both...depending on speed and RPMs. Anyway, too much info, just change your trans fluid often with properly rated fluid. If you have a Nissan and it says NS-3....use NS-3.

[@sblagg527]

Really dislike the CVT on my 2016 Outback, it doesn't seem to be failing but it drones constantly and the herky-jerky rubber band feel of it drives me up the wall.

[@ernestosilva1071]

My friend, excellent comment! 😁 You gave me more information in the time I read this than me searching and searching everywhere, reading about CVT, looking up countless videos on the matter.👍🏼 I applaud you 👏 and you have my respect! Thanks 🙏🏻

[@Berethruu]

that was a fantastic amount of information, thank you my d00d =D

[@davidberry3287]

I’ve had a couple of CVT’s that I’ve not kept past 50k miles, and this is the first time I’ve heard to change the CVT fluid on a regular basis (30-50k), and to reduce or eliminate whining. You would think this would be something every salesman would tell you when you buy a new Nissan. What a failure and scam on their part. Thanks for the info.

[@crand20033]

The Dealer recommends it every 60K and they charged me $275 to do it. Might be a good Idea to just do it every year because you don't want to take any chances. It would cost a lot to replace it.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

@@crand20033 no need to replace every year. Every 50,000 miles or so and your transmission will be good

[@funkcatbrown]

I’ve had 2 CVT failures on my Nissan Altima. One at 45K and the next one 35K later. The dealer told me it would be a good idea to do transmission fluid every 20K. He said he has an Altima almost same year as mine and he’s done that since 2010 and no CVT issues.

[@bookaltd]

My used Xtrail T31 has this issue. I didn't really notice it until I drove long distance and lost power about an hour in, really loud engine whine and no acceleration. There was a point the car just wouldn't move at all. My mechanic just can't figure out what the issue is. Let's hope this solves it once and for all.

[@nyxiz4232]

Thank you, 5 years out and video is still helpful. Just changed my CVT transmission oil on toyota @ 60K, and whining noise seems to have disappeared so far.

[@gardenia1738]

Good advice, especially on the orginal Nissan fluid.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Mohammed Hnoosh thanks!

[@fernandoq9334]

This may sound weird, but I was amazed how well it worked for me. Check the coolant concentration and make sure it’s not more than 50% ethylene glycol. This step alone greatly reduced the wine I had on my 2008 Sentra. To fix I just removed coolant with a turkey baster and added pure water. My coolant did have more ethylene glycol than it should.

[@yuntypoch]

Use ams oil cvt fluid they fixed the problem that Nissan couldn’t I have 3 murano and I’m switching all

[@alexgreg1634]

i own a 2012 Nissan Teana here in Asia, is more or less same as Maxima/Altima, around 120k km just out of warranty the CVT started to acting weird, whining and slipping... Nissan diagnosed an imminent complete failure was about to happen, and the only solution they offered was a new transmission priced around 4,000$. I did my research and find out many problems and weakness of this transmissions. Major problem is the temperature, are very sensible to heat! Consider where I live we having 30/40C' all the time and for any reason Nissan equipped their CVTs with the most useless cooling system ever. The CVT fluid should never gets over 90C' during operations, in our whether actually the normal operating temperature were never less then 90C'. Another problem is a sort of bad flowing of the fluid on it's way back to the transmission pan, this bad design causing the fluid to foam up in the pan. Once the fluid foamed up it will deteriorate faster by oxidation deliver bad lubrication and loosing his ability to stands frictions and temperatures. This problem can't really be fixed, however I found out how to live with it. The foam cause the fluid to deteriorate faster, so I shorten the interval between fluid changes. Here what worked for me at the time, I throw away the useless transmission cooler from the factory and I replaced with a good aftermarket panel with 20 rows, connected directly on the trans lines, voiding this way also the main radiator. Placed the cooler at the front where can get the best air flow. Next I drop the pan, cleaned up very well, new fluid strainer/filter located into the pan, new paper filter located on the cooling lines, complete fluid flush with 16 liters of new fluid and the transmission was back in shape! Since that time (120.000km) i did a drain a refill at 20.000km and next 20.000 a complete service.... now I had 300.000km on the clock and the CVT it's still doing great! Hope this helps and sorry for loooong text.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

alex greg great information and good points! Thank you

[@alexgreg1634]

you welcome, hope this will help others....@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513

[@bridgettecollins7121]

alex greg can you go into more detail about this trans cooler :)

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[@jasondelacruz4486]

Did you bypass the hose that was coming from the radiator? So there is no more heat coming from the radiator coolant?

[@gibson7654]

Drained and filled and whining is gone. Used Amsoil cvt fluid in my JX35. Had to replace the stepper motor due to the P1778 code, but code is now gone and so far so good. Thanks, Jason.

[@gibson7654]

Update: whining is gone, but code came back and the car is in limp mode again. Might have to replace the valve body.

[@gibson7654]

Replacing valve body didn't help. Looks like this one is toast.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

@@gibson7654 sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, sometimes the entire transmission will eventually break down.

[@gibson7654]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 yea I'm glad I got rid of her. What a nightmare it was.

[@RR-sh6gr]

Thank you thank you. We not long bought our nissan and it was doing the same thing. You're a genius xx

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Ron R great to hear! Exactly why I made this video. Glad to hear it’s helping people.

[@justinmckenzie7328]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 I, too, am here because I just bought a 2015 Nissan Rogue Select off of Carvana and I was totally unaware of the transmission problems. I didn't even return the vehicle because I thought the noise I was hearing was something more easily fixable. Thank you for posting this video.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

@@justinmckenzie7328 truly my pleasure to help everyone

[@ricardoguy8621]

Hey thanks man from all the way out in Jamaica! Had this same problem with my Nissan sylphy 2012 changed the ctv oil and man! The sound is no more respect man!!!!

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Best news I heard all day! Great! 👍👍

[@juanmanuelperez6237]

Hello Jason, Juan here. I changed my transmission fluid but still has the whining, it doesn't increase or decrease. The car runs good! Thank You this video!

[@floydfarano3385]

I have a 2010 Rogue. The problem is trans CVT heat. The trans cooler is too small. I added an aux trans cooler and change your CVT fluid every 30K miles. You can use Nissan CVT fluid but AMSOil CVT fluid has better specs. Take a look on their website. I have spent 10 years on this problem. Do the above and you can get to 150K miles without a new trans.

[@SSteve-rh1gk]

Me too changed fluid and still whining. What did you do next

[@DenaWald]

@@SSteve-rh1gk Changing fluid alone will many times not fix the issue in Nissans. You have to drain the fluid, then remove the bottom casing and change out both cone filter and strainer filter, then replace with fresh fluid. The filters get clogged and the dirty fluid can not go through to cool and lubricate the transmission.

[@williammarcum1212]

Oh my God you just saved me thousands of dollars, you the man!!🤝💪✊

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Yes!!! Awesome news!!

[@jeffkeryk3550]

I used Valvoline and Castrol Synthetic CVT fluid on an 80K 2015 Altima. Simple spill and fill. It's perfect.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Jeff Keryk that’s great. Glad to hear there could be alternative to the original transmission fluid.

[@Bigsteve123]

Jeff Keryk I did the same for my 2010 maxima 140k. Never had any issues before or after the change. I just always tend to maintain things before it even becomes a problem or noise. All parts will eventually go bad, just change them before they do

[@russell311000]

The check engine light came on as well. Your a good man the average person would of sold it anyway. GOD Bless,

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

TyRu appreciate the compliment. Thanks.

[@Vloggingwit_Q]

What did your check engine light readed?

[@russell311000]

@@Vloggingwit_Q I took it to the dealer it was the transmission. I forgot what the error code stated.

[@BoostedPastime]

God bless you. As a general rule of thumb you should ONLY use factory fluid for ANY automatic transmission.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

God bless you right back! Thank you!!

[@BoostedPastime]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 no problem!

[@Xzacktly22]

Why won’t Valvoline work? Serious question.

[@nes4pres]

2008 Altima with 80,000 kms. Whining noise that was loud and alarming. Nissan Tech could not diagnose. Phoned transmission guy who stated CVTs are a night mare and he will not work on them and I probably need a new transmission. I changed the oil as the cheapest fix; $30 a litre. Took 5.5 litres and the noise is substantially gone. There is still a little whine but not alarming as it was. ON note Nissan extended the transmission warranty to 10 years and 200,000 kms on certain models; mine was one that expired 8 months ago!!

[@jonathanbelanger6574]

Had my 07 altima transmission changed at 173000 km in 2016 because of extended company warranty , was whining and making crackling noises , they did try to tell me i had 2000$ worth of other bogus things that needed fixing which was bull crap

[@DM-hw4cr]

You dont work on Nissan cvt . You replace

[@aldntn]

2011 Rogue; have changed trans fluid every 40 Kmi. 90K+ mi; no problems

[@kayjackson6591]

This is a good vid thanks, and to all reading please do what he said, I have a step motor issue and he m pretty sure it's because of that exact noise, been hearing it for over a year and the end result is a bad step motor

[@brometheusthefirstbro4302]

Thank you for this i have done my due diligence when a service engine soon light turned on on my car. I took it to an autozone got it tested and they said asked me if i had any jerking or smoothness issues with the transmission and i said no that the car was fine. I did an oil change at 75 ish thousand and bought the car used at just 74,900 ish and now at 77,900 ish i had a big problem. After the autozone visit the lady asked me those questions but didnt say anything like dont drive far or just to drive it home no warning and nothing about changing the transmission fluid. I didnt see the results of the test until my nearly an hour drive later to a friends house and my car bucked forward after i hit the gas at a stop light turn green and then bucked more after it maintained the power turning left and then it wasn’t getting acceleration much at all when i tried it to use the gas. So i had to pull over to the shoulder. I put 1 quart of cvt fluid in the car and it moved forward a bit after i let go of the brake pedal in gear but after i had to stop to let traffic pass and then let go the car wasnt moving and i tried the gas and it just revved the engine so i chose to shut the car off again. And when i checked the transmission fluid it was very low.

[@coropinion]

It's great you did your due diligence and figured it out yourself 👍

[@saustinredsox]

Thank you Jason!!!! Worked perfectly $325 later!

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Great news! Happy to help 👍

[@suzana2963]

My Rogue having this problem, and I’m really scared about that whining noise and also scared to drive though! Thanks and hope this video will help my Rogue.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Ravi Raj if you caught the problem early enough and change the transmission oil you should be good. Good luck and please let us know how it works out.

[@gcm5778]

I will definitely try this I was thinking it was something to do with my master air flow sensor but seeing this video and the symptoms you are talking about is pretty much all the same things I've been experiencing. Mostly happens on the highway if driving more than 2 hours i have to pull over turn off car for like 10 min then its back to normal and also speed decreases and rpms stay at 3000...

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Try this and let us know how it worked out? Good luck!

[@iisimplicity]

BRO. thank you so much for this video. my altima is having this exact problem. i will do this tomorrow. bless

[@iisimplicity]

also, how do you know if the transmission in whole would have to be replaced?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Let us know how it work out. Glad to help

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

To know if the transmission needs to be replaced is simple...if this does not work it will need to be replaced. However, some people mentioned adding a transmission cooler. I’ve heard good things but I can’t say for sure if it works because I never tried it..good luck!

[@iisimplicity]

Jason’s DIY for extreme dummies Thank you for the reply. Have you had any experience using “lucas transmission fix” ? if so what is the ratio to the transmission fluid?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

@@iisimplicity sorry I’m not familiar

[@himearikawa3130]

Dad's car has a whine "Nice turbo" "This car doesn't have a turbo"

[@randalldemichel4818]

When your going uphill , gravity will slow you down, even when you have the cruise control on. It’s normal and logical. I drove semi for 26 years and every hill does that regardless of the grade.

[@perlamar5927]

I have huge exact same issues with my 2016 Nissan Sentra, and ever time I've been that is a transmission and needs to be replaced cost $3-4k more than 3 places I've went hoping they'll give me an alternative other than that huge expensive repair. So I've been driving it like that just short distances in town etc but not for more than an hour. I'll try the transmission oil and see what happens!:)

[@SpeedyToysGT]

Hi, so did you replace the CVT fluid? Did it get better?

[@yuntypoch]

@@SpeedyToysGT this company fix the problem with the fluid I’m confident in cvt now

[@kevinbrown6215]

I can confirm this from personal experience with my car as well.

[@wearandtear6692]

2008 Nissan Qashqai here. You describe my exact problem. The car runs great but very high sustained speeds, long inclines make the CVT loud and the car looses power. Thx a lot!

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Wear and Tear glad to hear it worked out

[@wearandtear6692]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 still have to fix it but it helps to understand the problem first 😉

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Let me know how it works out. Good luck!

[@wearandtear6692]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 I will do that!

[@wearandtear6692]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 Today I changed the fluid while performing a flush of the CVT - the first change/flush in 170000 miles as the former owner never did it. It was done by professionals and cost about 450 USD. The car/CVT was basically on dialysis. The CVT is almost silent now in the city but the first big test - a trip on the German autobahn - will happen next week. This will tell the truth about the CVT ;-)

[@danielmakundi7612]

Thank you as I did exactly and the whining sound totally disappeared

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Great news!!

[@abztraktgaming]

Also install a transmission cooler.

[@Ray-Bans]

u saved my pocket my 2008 Jeep Patriot in doin the same thing

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

ray 2011 Great!! glad to hear it! Exact reason I created this video.

[@ahmedgad2622]

@ray2011 Thank you for your comment, My Jeep patriot 2012 is doing the same, I will try to change the transmission fluid first, before anything else. Did it work for you?

[@RamRaj-if3ds]

Thanks Br..God bless..tc

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Thanks! Same to you

[@01trsmar]

I bet the transmission was never filled correctly.. Most manufacturers oddly do not have fluids to the full mark..engine oil,trans fluid,coolant etc..the dealer is to do that when they get the car in,most don't these days. Your video just popped up,so I thought I would watch it and thanks for the answer right away...I don't own a cvt but,good advise.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Yes, great point. If the fluids aren’t filled perfectly especially on a CVT not only will you not fix the issue it could become worse

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

It applies to any car with a CVT transmission.

[@pjbrad19]

What about an external oil cooler for the cvt I heard things about that

[@mariomora3877]

Thanks alot i got my fluid change and the wine went right away ,you took alot of stress with this quick fix video

[@leisaanderson1139]

Jason, thank you for posting this video. I recently traded a 2012 Acura RDX turbo. I was told it needed new front axels. Instead of dropping money into fixing the issue, which was showing no symptoms, no vibrations and no shaking I was starting to become paranoid listening to every noise and ended up trading it in for a 2016 Nissan Murano SL AWD. I'm hoping I didn't make a mistake as it only has around 36.000 miles which is still low for 2016. I have no idea if the fluid was drained and changed so would it harm anything to take it to the dealership to have it done even if it was already done? I'm guessing the Honda dealership made out with the exchange. I wish I would have found this video beforehand. I wasn't looking for any particular vehicle but have always had an SUV. I test drove a Pathfinder as I used to own a 1999 1/2 however due to the increase in size I found it to be too large for me. They had a Murano sitting there which I never really gave much thought or ever researched. My sister-in-law drives a Nissan Rogue so I never gave it a second thought. After the test drive, I liked how solid it drove and seemed to get decent gas mileage. I don't regret the purchase because I like the vehicle and certainly want to avoid any future unforeseen consequences at all costs. Any helpful advice is greatly appreciated.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Leisa Anderson hey! Sorry for the late response. If you want to play it safe and be proactive then sure you can change the transmission fluid!

[@DM-hw4cr]

Thanks for the short answer

[@waynerice4918]

Nissans uses Jatco transmissions which has a lot of problems. Aisian transmissions are the best which is what Toyota uses. Toyota has making CVT transmission forever and are very reliable.

[@sblagg527]

OK Scotty Kilmer

[@smileyrulesinthe818]

Soo true .. dang every one was telling me and i just bought a Nissan.. now im Having problems. Should have listened

[@suhailahmed4449]

So when u buy a nissan u should also buy a crate load of cvt fluid. Got it🤔

[@PrettyGurl12361]

suhail- 100%

[@chustlerm]

Its 100 bucks for 5 qts of oil. Every 50k miles that's like 3-5 years. It's not that serious.

[@Axtec36]

My brother in law just bought a Pathfinder SV 2018 with only 17k. I’ll tell him to change it at 50K.

[@Eric-qv2rz]

Sorry still have the same whining noise on my 2014 Nissan Altima but have no transmission problems

[@tiwannarobinson7759]

Jason I just put my 2010 Nissan in the shop and it’s whining. You would think it’s the power steering but it’s not. Had the transmission rebuilt back in 2017 and never had a transmission flush but getting code p1778. Is this a major issue?

[@fernandoq9334]

I was hesitant to replace the fluid again on my 2008 Sentra because it has only been 25k miles since I last replaced it with Nissan NS-2. Well I replaced it and it completely fixed the whine. I am so relieved that I don't have to go look for a replacement transmission. This time I went with Redline CVT fluid. I was kind of desperate. Time will tell how the redline affects the longevity. I suspect the Nissan NS-2 fluid is thin for fuel efficiency goals, but that only a suspicion of mine.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Thrilled to hear it worked out well for you and I hope the new fluid is also working well. Try to update us so we know if there are other options. Thanks!

[@fernandoq9334]

I tried the redline, but actually the original Nissan NS-2 runs better. Aisin also sells it, for a more reasonable price.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

@@fernandoq9334 good to know! Thanks for the follow up.

[@olographics]

I have a 2013 infiniti (nissan) JX35 with only 38500 miles and about a week ago start making whinging noise every time I accelerate ans completely stops when I remove my foot from accelerator pedal, I am so worry that my transmission needs to be changed but this video gave me a little peace of mind, I will check the transmission fluid level and see if it's low, hopefully that fixes the problem, I will keep you posted about these. Thank you for the video.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Hey Omar! Glad to hear you got some piece of mind. This issue drove me insane for a long time and that’s exactly why I made this video to help out others. Just to clarify- it’s not that your transmission oil is low. It simply needs to be changed. Take your car to a mechanic shop and they have equipment to drain it entirely and than fill it up with the correct transmission fluid. 6 quarts worth of fluid will cost you around $130 with tax. Labor for an hour or so will probably cost you a little over hundred dollars. All said and done it shouldn’t cost you anymore than $300 if you bring it to a shop. If you can do the work yourself you’ll only pay for the oil. Let me know if you have any more questions.

[@olographics]

oil level was low due to a cracked hose, hose was replaced and level was put to normal, $190 at a transmissions shop, running like new again. Thank you for your video and help.

[@XpapricaX]

I like how the jew lawyer came out of you for a second 😂

[@BPoweredLove]

omg hahah

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

😂😂😂

[@purenaturebreath998]

Thanks for the advice!

[@geofillingame2335]

i fixed my nissan pathfinders CVT I bought a new car never will i buy a CVT car

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Geo F I hear ya. This is a pretty serious problem to deal with.

[@Platinumtag]

I change filters upper and lower and fluid and still whining after couple miles next step is to check if cooler clog or to install a full time fan on the cooler to see if it’s just a heating issue.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

If it’s still whining after changing the fluid it unfortunately may not be fixable. Good luck with it.

[@Platinumtag]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 update car stop whining after a second drive after change filter and fluid. Looks like it only need couple runs for fluid to circulate properly

[@1nesun1]

NOPE! Changed the fluid and filters and unfortunately winding noise is still there. Really had hoped this worked.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

C W sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, if the transmission is completely destroyed than changing the fluid wouldn’t help. Good luck.

[@1nesun1]

Transmission seems fine. Shifts perfectly. No slipping. No sudden shifts. Just a whining.

[@yashsammy7204]

C W have you found anything to solve that. My car having the same issue

[@keving52002]

3/18/2022 thought i had this same problem, would hear the winning on the first start of a cold engine. Noise would go away after the engine warmed up. Took it to the dealer for trans flush and refill ,they didnt want to touch it due to it having 146k miles on it. But what they did do was check and top off my power steering fluid . and that solved the noise on cold start issue. Talk about a sigh of re leaf !!!

[@bjornironsides6474]

CVT transmission = Continuously variable transmission transmission.

[@heyhey2576]

Check battery and alternator also before you change transmission

[@randysmith3171]

I have got the same issue. The car is at a nissan dealer now. It does ok in town has a little slip. But when get on highway and get up to about 65 or 70 for a few minutes starts losing all power. I have topped a hill at 5 mph. Dealer wants 6500 for new transmission old car not worth that to me. I will try this and a filter change hope it fixes it thank you for the advice.

[@oalberts2327]

Thank you because my car has the same problem rn and a Mechanic says that I need a New Transmission but hopefully this does it

[@yellowflower4523]

What’s the update on your car? I have a 2010 Altima and it’s been making this noise and it sometimes goes into limp mode when I drive on the freeway or longer distances. I just got my fluid changed yesterday and I’m hoping this will fix it cause I can’t afford to buy a new transmission lol

[@truckerwayne]

What happened? Did you get a new transmission?

[@DiamondQueen7529]

What's the outcome

[@thegreatfreesharkofknowled2480]

@@yellowflower4523 im in that same boat now i hope when i change the fluid it fixes the problems im having cars starting to shudder so its now or never hope i can give an update but trust ill be alright

[@colinlacrue7440]

I just had the transmission replaced on my 2015 Nissan Rogue select roughly 3 k miles ago and the whining was back today after driving for a while.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

I would still recommend changing the transmission fluid

[@aladdinthejuan3487]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 I changed my transmission fluid today on my gf Nissan Rogue 09, 180k miles and prob the first drain and fill. Took out 5360gs from the drain plug, dropped the pan & cleaned the magnets & replaced the filter. I filled up what I took out & took out even more out of the oil cooler until it ran fresh transmission fluid. I used Castro cvt and put in a little less than 3 gallons of fluid (some came out from the oil cooler when flushing/draining). It definitely goes into gear better but the whining is just as loud. It quiets down on the highway when taking a left or right turn but as soon as wheel goes straight it’s back to a loud drone almost like an exhaust leak. Any ideas?

[@MarkShinnick]

This seems to get-around the design defect: Keep 'em cool as many ways of reduced coolant/distilled water ratios, both filters and best cvt fluid each 30k, allow set overnight or allow 8 hours for full warm drain to obtain around 5.5 quarts if not flushing, seal all air leaks of radiator plenum (Time -consuming), keep radiators clean. I'm now 209k Mojave hard-and-hot conditions, full AC

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Great advice! Thank you

[@gunterkeegan670]

Save your money. My Maxima with 84k started whining occasionally. I had the fluid and both filters changed and the whining was still there. I bought a Lexus GS, to hell with Nissan.

[@nigelwilson7395]

2012 sentra died under 100k, Never had a transmission die on a Toyota

[@Hamoodrahmanmusic]

Hi Jason, thx for the awesome vdo. Worth watching. I got a quick Q. I own a nissan maxima 2014 cvt transmission. I dont have a whining noise but what I am feeling now adays it that the car shakes a bit when accelerating on lower speed and lower rpm. If i accelerate above 2000 rpm it doesn't shake. What do u think will this be solved if I change the trans oil? Im on 90k kms odo and haven't changed the trans oil yet. Waiting to hear from you.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Hamood ur Rahman I would def recommend to change the transmission oil as you should have done so already. It will help. Unfortunately, can’t promise that it will fix your exact issue because I can only confirm that it resolves the issue when the whining noise is there. But give it a shot and let me know how it works out. Good luck.

[@__WJK__]

Might want to look into the CVT RECALL ANNOUNCED BY NISSAN... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYq2qJyYg96hn8k

[@smileyrulesinthe818]

So did it work out i am having the same problem

[@ksmull2178]

thank you this my broblem too i will try this thank you

[@fineredd88]

Thanks so much!

[@l2007303a]

I have a maxima 2017 went to the dealer for a groan noise or rattle if u will when I accelerate under 40 mph they told me to turn up my radio so I won’t hear it can u believe that...I have extended warranty but I’m glad I watched this video my Nissan has 48k miles, I hope my noise goes away after the trans oil change thanks!

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

l2007303a unfortunately I do believe that. People don’t realize how dangerous this can be. Glad I can help. Please update me and let me know if it all worked out

[@__WJK__]

@l2007303a - Did the transmission whine go away???

[@l2007303a]

WJK I haven’t changed it yet 😢

[@l2007303a]

WJK like what? I looked it up but nothing showed

[@__WJK__]

@@l2007303a - Did you click the link in my reply above(?) Just checked the link and it's working fine on my end.

[@jotheeshthomas6929]

Hi Jason, Thank you for the video. My Nissan Murano SL 2010 started making the winning noise (which I thought was because of probably less steering fluid - which was not the cause). That day, the acceleration was a little weird but not too bad for a 40 miles speed limit road. Eventually, after a stoplight, the vehicle wouldn't move an inch and I had to tow the vehicle to my mechanic to see what the problem was. After about 45 minutes of wait in the last week of November in Dallas area, the tow truck arrived. He started the vehicle and drove it into his truck and asked me what is the problem with my SUV. I couldn't believe my eyes (maybe something cooled down and with the winning noise if moved and the tow truck guy was able to drive on top of the tow truck). So my question is - is there a chance to change the CVT transmission fluid (NS2 in my case) and get it back to work. The mechanic is going by the codes it generated that included torque1 and a few other codes and is saying to change the transmission - which will cost me about 5000 with labor - it gives 3 years or 100,000 miles on the newly rebuilt transmission. What is your advice? I bought this vehicle used about 2 years ago and don't know if the previous owner changed CVT fluid before. Why is the vehicle completely stalling after it runs for a while? Why does it start moving once it is cooled down for an hour?

[@jonathandunlap4141]

Your transmission does that because it's overheating. Installing a transmission oil cooler solves the problem permanently.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Yes, this is exactly what would happen to me. I would have to pull over and shut the car off for about an hour or so and let it cool down. Please take it to a mechanic shop and change the transmission fluid. Come back here and let us know if it worked out! Really hope it works out 👍

[@johnnymapalo8079]

Ger an external transmission cooler. That same thing happened to my 2015 Nissan Altima. As soon as I put a transmission cooler on it, no more problems. I got 372, 712 miles out of that Cvt transmission

[@edwinalexander1170]

​​@@johnnymapalo8079Did you put tube and fins cooler or Plate and fins cooler?

[@briagarri275]

Thank you. Very helpful.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

brian garrity my pleasure! 👍

[@user-qr6zh9ev8k]

A thank you 🙏

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Glad it worked out for you

[@izzzaverrzzaa1244]

Thx man you helped

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

ezy mods great!! Glad to hear it

[@ZimaletaMotors]

Great information mine just has 46k I am hearing whining noise when Accelerating to fast, and it actually causing the car to slow down like it’s slipping or something, so I will give it a shot and change the fluid

[@suzana2963]

Exactly happening in my 2018 Nissan Rogue.

[@TheGhost91killer]

Did it work?

[@XX-pp3bx]

Yo did it work?

[@ZACKHO24]

Are u trade your car already?🤣

[@Blameberg]

Got 180 000 with xtronic CVT with xternal intercooler of the trans fluid . No problem. Until now😂

[@jonathandunlap4141]

Changing the fluid isn't the real solution for Nissan CVTs. The problem is the transmission is overheating and the only permanent solution is a transmission oil cooler. Old fluid overheats faster but the source of the problem is grossly inadequate cooling in the system design.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Jonathan Dunlap I have heard of this before and you could be right! But, I never tried adding a cooler so I can’t say one way or the other. However, I did change the transmission fluid and never heard the whining noise again and several other people told me once they changed the transmission fluid it was like driving a brand new car. But hey if your method works I’m glad to share the info as well. Thanks for the input.

[@phoenixsun488]

Where do I get an cooler and how much is the cooler?

[@MrRoop999]

Did you change your filters too ? Or did the fluid change only fix your problem. I'm having the same exact problem with a Mitsubishi Outlander sport.

[@phoenixsun488]

Shaun Ramroop sold the dam car for a thousand bucks. Glad I got rid of the whole problem. All together. Will never buy a CVT again. Where is this country going?

[@jonathandunlap4141]

@@phoenixsun488 That's certainly an option if you want to, but my Rogue has 244,000 miles on it with no sign of giving out. It's not the fact that it's a CVT that's an issue, they simply gave it insufficient cooling.

[@Kinetic_Animations]

Yeah, didn’t fix my Lancer GT with a CVT... Got it done at a specialist. Should I have asked them to put extra in? LOL

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

No, extra is not needed. Has to be filled up perfectly. Sorry it didn’t work out for you.

[@janmanuel6964]

how long does ur fluid last after replace? And how long can you ride your car without hearing the noise? I work doing DoorDash and sometimes I do 8 hour shifts driving straight. The car took it like a beast last shift (I just bought the car ) but at the last hour it started doing the noise. So I guess the other owner did not replace the fluid before selling the car.. can you please tell me how long does ur fluid last (months/miles) before having to replace again? How long can you drive without hearing this noise and does it affect the performance of the car at all?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

I replaced my fluid when I made this video. I never had to replace again after that. Transmission still works perfectly.

[@janmanuel6964]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 ok thank you I replaced mine along with both filters and it seems to be doing a lot better thanks for making this video it definitely helped. 👍🏽

[@aladdinthejuan3487]

I changed my transmission fluid today on my gf Nissan Rogue 09, 180k miles and prob the first drain and fill. Took out 5360gs from the drain plug, dropped the pan & cleaned the magnets & replaced the filter. I filled up what I took out & took out even more out of the oil cooler until it ran fresh transmission fluid. I used Castro cvt and put in a little less than 3 gallons of fluid (some came out from the oil cooler when flushing/draining). It definitely goes into gear better but the whining is just as loud. It quiets down on the highway when taking a left or right turn but as soon as wheel goes straight it’s back to a loud drone almost like an exhaust leak. It did this before the drain and fill and after. Any ideas? Also changed spark plugs and cleaned pcv valve.

[@bridgettecollins7121]

People think that because it’s a sealed unit the fluid doesn’t need to be changed! This is not true!!!!!! They need servicing. Always check the fluid and do a complete change at about 50,000 miles at least. It’s just as important as engine oil.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Brïdgette Collïns you are absolutely correct! I hope everyone sees the video and avoids the mistake I made

[@bridgettecollins7121]

Totally!

[@codysmith5661]

How long did it take your car to get back to normal after you changed the fluid?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Right away. Never had a problem again after.

[@Highsteel21]

I put the wrong fluid in and it was making whinny noise. Had the fluid changed at Jiffy Lube. Still whinny 😩

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, it might be too late for you. But to be absolutely sure bring your car to a experienced mechanic and have them replace the fluid. Good luck.

[@Highsteel21]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 Yeah I sent it to a mechanic to have it rebuilt. $3500. Thanks

[@dennisritter679]

How many miles on your Nissan when you changed the fluid?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Dennis Ritter around 50K. But the whining noise started early for me around 30K...it gradually got worse. By the time it got to 50K I couldn’t go 10 miles without the problem

[@bridgettecollins7121]

The first fluid change should happen fairly early. Then again at 50,000 then again. You should always keep an eye on trans oil too. If any discolouration or black, change it straight away.

[@VisualzbyJ]

Nissan doesn’t even use Nissan branded cvt fluid. They use valvoline. I work there as a mechanic

[@segunalabi3993]

Fr?

[@VisualzbyJ]

@@segunalabi3993 yup. It’s a scam

[@LuisNavarroln]

How many qts does a Nissan Versa 2016 take in? Replacing both filters.

[@truthofthedreamworld7522]

I have a toyota chr 2018 with the same issue. I had a complete flush yesterday at aamco. I still hear the sound. Do you think it will go away as i drive more? I haven't really noticed any acceleration/deceleration issues..just the grinding, propeller sound in the drivers front...

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Sounds like a different issue than what’s described in the video. Once I changed the fluid, the problem was fixed immediately.

[@KentuckyDoug]

I just bought a 2016 Nissan versa note. 35,000 miles, but runs and shifts find right now. At 50,000 I will change the fluid even if it's still acting fine. My question how much does Nissan usually charge for a change, and are their filters to change as well?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

No idea how much Nissan charges because I go to a private mechanic that I know and trust. No changing of any filters for the transmission fluid change.

[@reekofilmz4728]

Has anyone else got the settlement claim alert in the mail and pursued it? Is it valid after the factory warranty is up?

[@danielprentice7225]

No

[@azz-backwardz2518]

Make sure y’all drop the pan some if not all have a mesh strainer inside that gets clogged up if fluid is neglected , I cleaned mine with brake cleaner

[@Shoaibexpert]

Hi, is there any Nissan Pathfinder 2018 owner here? Just wanted to know when I need to change the transmission fluid and what spec so I can have it done with a local mechanic myself... Thanks

[@KaoticHymnz97414]

What if I just bought the car at 130k miles and I don't know if it's ever been done. Is it safe to do so still?

[@stevencarrion4940]

Did this to my 2016 Nissan Altima with 90,000 miles. Replaced it with specific CVT trans fluid 6 quarts. Still doing the whining noise as well. Any ideas ?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Steven Carrion only two possibilities I can think of: 1) the oil replacement might not have been done correctly. It has to be filled up perfectly. Can’t be over or under. I don’t know if you want to replace it again because it costs money but it might be worth it to try 2) you might be past the point of no return and the transmission is officially done... Hope it all works out...

[@stevencarrion4940]

Jason’s DIY for extreme dummies thanks man, turns out I have a couple recalls on the Nissan I have. I know it probably won’t help but it’s free so why not.

[@stevencarrion4940]

Update: trans went out before getting to the dealership. Does not want to shift past 1st gear then it does not want accelerate sometimes.

[@__WJK__]

Steven Carrion - Get a second opinion and take it to a shop that specializes in transmission repairs. Have them diagnose it and give you a quote... after you do this... please help others with the same problem and reply back if a fix was found or if you had to replace the transmission(?)

[@stevencarrion4940]

WJK I finally took the Nissan Altima to multiple shops and most of them have quoted me $2500 to rebuild it and $3000 to completely replace it

[@drewfitzgerald939]

So you brought the trans fluid to the mechanic or does the mechanic have the fluid already?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

I brought my own. Has to be specifically Nissan transmission fluid. Other people say they used different ones and it worked. Maybe it did for them and that’s great. But I know what worked well for me and that was to bring the transmission fluid sold directly for CVT from Nissan.

[@8xrry]

You got any links for the CVT fluid? I need one asap.. Thanks man!

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Here ya go. Good luck. www.amazon.com/Genuine-Nissan-Transmission-999MP-NS200P-Quarts/dp/B074MC8GS7/ref=mp_s_a_1_5_mod_primary_new?crid=307DNUGB0ZK10&keywords=nissan+cvt+transmission+fluid&qid=1661181513&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sprefix=nissan+cvt+%2Caps%2C154&sr=8-5

[@kofinfrimps7380]

Hello, I used 6 litres of transmission fluid but the noise persists. Does the whinning noise means more fuel consumption? I used Mitasu. Car is Nissan Rogue 2013.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Kofi Ntiamoah Frimpong hello sorry for the late reply. If the noise persists then you might need to change the transmission entirely. Or it’s possible you didn’t fill it up correctly. It has to be perfect. Can’t be over or under the required amount.

[@renostubbs8504]

My issue is right transmission fluid. What about changing the filter as well?? I have a Nissan Senera

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Sure 👍

[@5313.]

I have 2017 nissan maxima when I’m driving in a slow speed like 2 M/h my cvt makes a whining noise and when i speed up it starts to disappear Please provide me with your ideas

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

mohammed aloraimi. Sorry but I’ve never experience that specific issue. But it sounds like the beginning of the problem I did have. I would suggest changing the transmission fluid ASAP

[@lisatran7124]

Check the powertrain warranty by the manufacturer. Call a nissian place and ask about it. You should still have it. I just bought a 2015 and I have 3 months until it expires. If it is a issue with the powertrain they will have to fix it.

[@mohammedal-dleimy2175]

اذا تقصد الحنة لان ضغط السي في تي نزل يعني توفير بنزين ف الونّة هذي رجفة الاكزوزات بس تدعس شوي زيادة تختفي

[@odarrien]

Changed my fluid and filters in my Mitsubishi Outlander this week but whining noise not gone. Sigh.

[@jessicasheskey1605]

$267 for a mechanic to change the CVT fluid 😬

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Jessica Sheskey if that includes the oil that’s a fair price. You can shop around but def get it done. Good luck.

[@jessicasheskey1605]

That is reassuring! Thanks!

[@skater102223111]

$267??? The dealership does it for like $150.

[@jessicasheskey1605]

@Hurst Industries, maybe it differs by state? California is expensive 😅

[@skater102223111]

Jessica Sheskey I live in L.A.

[@Palo7]

I have pathfinder 2014 I change every 30k miles and work to 155k miles now I started having problems like driving on slippery roads

[@travisfridley5177]

If my car is starting to mae this noise but the only way to get it to a shop is drive it 45 mins away will I make it ? And also it shows no lights no nothing when it gets low ? It's s hard to see the transmission fluid its like a clear golden hard to read the have. I just bought this car and done nothing but put money into it!!

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Hi Travis. Always play it safe and have it towed over to a mechanic. Good luck.

[@clee6746]

Change transmission fluid that often ? Forget about CVT, old Nissan transmission worked well.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

You don’t have to change it that often. Every 50-60 thousand miles.

[@patdaveoneil]

The CVT in my Subaru Forester makes that whiny noise but only at really slow speeds and usually when the engine is still cold. Once the engine warms up and I hit about 30-40 mph it goes away. Is this similar to the problem you had with yours?

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

No, this is a different issue. Sorry I’m not sure about that one.

[@patdaveoneil]

@@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513 no problem. I actually did some research and apparently it’s a common thing with them, and it actually went away about a week or so ago.

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Patrick O'Neil glad to hear it! Stay safe 👍

[@mobmeegoh]

I have a Nissan Juke. Is the whining you guys are talking about is when you accelerate? It starts whining when I'm accelerating

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Ethan Flores yes. That’s correct.

[@arnoldotgarza1]

I am not really sure what you mean by whining noise but... I have a 2019 Versa, 92K, bought it with 57K, lately I have noticed a loud sound, as if the engine is ready to change gears when i go over 60mph... I am not sure how to describe the noise but i am due for a CVT flush, i hope that helps

[@jasonsdiyforextremedummies5513]

Sounds like you should start getting ready to change the transmission fluid. Good luck.

[@mbchannel6970]

I had the CVT noise, just after one month from changing the fluid, I have 2012 Altima do you think changing it again would help?

[@Baba_Yaga22]

hey bro what happen to the noise? did you change the fluid again?