HOW TO CHECK, TOP OFF CVT TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL ON A 2013-2016 NISSAN PATHFINDER, 14-17 QX60

[@browndeonarain4170]

Thanks, George, No one explains this on KZbin in detail as you do. I have been looking for how to measure the correct level of transmission for my 2014 Infiniti QX60 and you have done an excellent, and correct way to do it. Hats off to you for this valuable info.

[@images675]

he didn’t explain how to take the dipstick off!!!! Dipshit

[@hussainaldoshan6710]

Thanks I was seeking for this information for almost two weeks

[@thomaswhissel6405]

Great Video! Thank you, I appreciate the well thought out directions on how to do something properly. Two Big Thumbs-up on this one!

[@MrGarcon98]

that is exactly what a service mgr told me at maus nissan in crystal river ,,,,,,level plug its NS 2 FLUID FOR MY 2012 maybe different for the next year up ? i was looking for that level plug thank you for showing me this i need it now LOL , the mgr told me as soon as you see fluid coming out the level plug your good to go ! ,,,,,my 2012 has a trans dip stick i did not find that level plug but with the dip stick i was able to top it off very accuratly ,,,,on mine 2012 you check it " not running " the level should be a little below where it says HOT ,,,,there is a knurled area on the dip stick and like a notch well the second notch is where its ok to drive ,,,hope maybe this helped a few other viewers ? god bless your video is great

[@willielongbotham7156]

2013 they changed ,different method, different fluid (NS-3) , not interchangable.

[@guerillin]

Damn good video brother. No BS, real example easy to follow.

[@chadrigby720]

Good Night George... Nice video. Would like to know if you have a video yet with changing the transfer case fluid on 2016 Nissan Pathfinder 4x4? If so, can you upload it please? Tanx!

[@nikolairomanov3160]

I use Valvoline CVT synthetic. There is nothing wrong with this brand. As long as level is right and lubricants moving parts it's all good.

[@GearGuy]

+1 for Castrol… Triax is considered very good too… just make sure your fluid type is right… either NS-2 or NS-3 depending on model and year

[@DarrelllCampbelll]

So put in a half quart then drain a half quart got it.

[@chucknorris8966]

Hahaha

[@cybermuff]

You should capture the fluid being drained and save.

[@mustaqrahim9055]

@@chucknorris8966 lol

[@Juanca22221]

Hi George. Can I use my infra-red thermometer pointing to the transmission fluid reservoir to get the temperature reading? I don't have an scanner.

[@SouthFlaDiver]

Yes you can, just remember it will be 5° or so off

[@pualesu4547]

So what temp does it need to be on a infared thermometer to top off?

[@DaBoiii716]

@@pualesu4547 98-113 (+/- 5) check reading soon as after fluid came off

[@gregdamewood1226]

AS a friendly comment - I used to help with industrial injuries. WEAR RUBBER GLOVES at all times. I had several cases of cancer and other skin issues due to petroleum products. One fellow died after refusing to have his feet amputated - he had exposed his feet to garage chemicals for years.

[@dzmitrysp]

I use laser gun for 15 dollars. I am concerned how little fluid he left. I know that the hole is the level, but once we looked at electric scanner the level was shown as low. Don't know what to think. I put more than this guy but less than dealer had put there once. They overfilled telling me that scantool showed the level as low. Maybe this is what they do to have us come after 60k miles for repairs....

[@mikemanuel57]

I use Castrol CVT fluid instead of the expensive Nissan branded cvt fluid. It works fine.

[@dabarboza51]

Don’t mix fluids!!

[@trentonchurchill7203]

Same glad that I wasn’t the only one

[@sergies7906]

I have mixed castro cvt with ns2 (its what was required) and had the car for over 90k miles and still shifted perfect after i have sold it

[@1mostwanted253]

@@dabarboza51 ???? you absolutely mix transmission fluids. Why? because unless you flush, there is no way to get all the fluid out since 2/3 of it stays within the torque converter and such. They are ns2 compliant so it shouldnt matter if you mix

[@dr.greenthumb6535]

Buy stock fluid from the dealership, do not mix especially with a finicky cvt. 2 fluid that must be exact swaps are cvt fluid and coolant.. keep her purring lol

[@manuelcontreras8030]

Just to Add to the video the vehicle must be leveled either on a car lift or on jack stands when doign this procedure I did enjoy the video

[@stevespeed2000]

Will this be the same procedure on a 2014 Nissan Rogue SV AWD?

[@dangamber5707]

Well done! Very informative and straightforward. Thank you for sharing!

[@alialsaeedi1024]

Does it work on 2018 Nissan Pathfinder? I believe the have the same transmission

[@Hunterkiller3543]

Yes they do, its infuriating to check

[@denospyridon3126]

Very helpful. Would this be the same for a 2016 Nissan rouge??

[@anthonytribble1576]

Yes, the rouge is a smaller version of the pahfinder

[@randall928]

Can 2017 be filled through the same tube? Any advice on 2017 process to fill?

[@earldacz1836]

What scan tool do you have?

[@gees4442]

Didn’t let them know how crazy it is to get that dipstick out. It has a clip on it. Pain to remove

[@pesh-ayub]

Hey guys I need some help I have infiniti qx60 2014 I'm changing the transmission fluid how many qt needs?

[@valledecauca1087]

Did you guys do a transmission mission cooler flush om the trans cooler?

[@nexzus2002]

Anything on a 2017 Pathfinder? What are the changes to the CVT process in the 2017s and up?

[@ahmedelsawy567]

What is the tool you are using for diagnosis to read fluid temperature. , ?

[@李建賓-w1w]

Hi maybe you can buy a OBD-II and found APP like FORSCAN Lite ....evenmore. hope can help you.

[@damoncrowfeather4655]

U need an obd scanner that can read transmission temp.. The reason for this is, the transmission fluid level is checked when the trans fluid reaches 98-113 Fahrenheit.. If you allow the fluid to heat-up to operating temperature 122-176 F.. the oil will expand, and give the false impression you have overfilled.

[@mattallen8198]

You can use a lazar type thermometer. Aim it at the trans pad. U will get exact same reading as with a scan tool.

[@carlosesparzavazquez4753]

@@mattallen8198 are you sure it won’t be off ?

[@mattallen8198]

@@carlosesparzavazquez4753 it should at least be ballpark. I've done it several times that way. What I got with the Lazar pointer read the same with my scan tool. If you're worried just use the scan tool.

[@josefermalino461]

good job bro… if I don’t have that scanner for tranny temp how many minutes from the start that I turn on the engine to make it to work temperature? 5 minutes or 10 minutes then check the overflow bolt?

[@miriamvivo4279]

Quality went way down one of the worst engineered cvts

[@stevesmith8248]

Thanks. Very good video.

[@HyderabadiRelish]

How many quarts goes in pathfinder 2017 after drain

[@rmp608]

Thank you!! Would this also work on a 2016 Murano?

[@josefermalino461]

definitely it works

[@gregdamewood1226]

There is another video on line of a fellow making a dip stick out of binding strap that seems to indicate level. As long as there is fluid coming out I would think the issue is solved since the video we just saw needed a few tablespoons as 1/2 quart was way too much.

[@brianbaker359]

You should have mentioned the torque requirements for tightening that plug.

[@ScantSphinx9]

Brian Baker Read in some forums it shouldn’t need more than 25 lbs-ft. So a good snug fit with the socket should do, at least that’s what it sounds like

[@DrDaddy-yg2ki]

The engine drain plug is 25ft lbs, so Thats where Id start. Its probably the same or real similar

[@bakhromkamalov1600]

15lbs-ft for cvt drain plug, should be the same for fluid level plug as well.

[@detailedautodiagnostics]

No reason for him to tell...look it up in service information, you will find it there 👍

[@phoenixMaxxOnShop]

Thank you for doing this video!!👍 Which app are you using and scanner?

[@mohitprasher5093]

Use CVTZ50 and a good quality obd2 plug. It tells Cvt temp and deterioration

[@danielrollins4315]

What scan tool was being used? On the Samsung?

[@heathjones7002]

I want to know too

[@MazinJabarin]

I was checking similar car for a friend and I was shocked they put a plug only instead of dipstick 🤬 Seriously Nissan! And the dealers always say "it is a lifetime fluid " ... 😂😂😂

[@VisionsTruth]

lifetime so you buy another car sooner ha

[@johnmiller9219]

does the overfill plug have a crush washer? I did this but assumed there was no crush washer

[@johnmiller9219]

checked yesterday, it's an o-ring

[@jovaniescobar2984]

How much does it cost to change out this transmission if it goes bad?

[@cybermuff]

I had a 2007 Sentra. In the San Fran Bay area it was between 7 to 8 thousnd for a rebuild installed. Due to high labor cost and most trans rebuilders wont touch them.

[@kingnishafletcher6919]

So the cvt fluid isn't red ? I was told when my transmission fluid was checked it's supposed to bed red. I have a 2009 nissan altima.

[@dzmitrysp]

Should be blue, or greenish blue when used for a long time. If they said it in the off dealer service they may hoped to scam you.

[@Erol-Oztrk]

Does the car needs to be running while checking the level?

[@scottisaaks]

So many problems with Nissan CVT because you have to hook it up to a computer and move it on a lift to check the fluid level engineers should be shot.

[@derrickwoodard461]

Nissan CVT Transmission Is Definitely A Horrible Design,..And In Most Cases You Will Be Replacing The Trans Before You Get 50000 Miles!....Honda's CVTs Are A Little More Reliable And Far Better Than Nissan CVTs, I Would Rather Have A 5 Speed Manual Or A Regular 4 Speed Automatic,..Nothing Fancy Or To High Tech.

[@AdrenalineRushMX]

@@derrickwoodard461 im at 285k miles whit my nissan cvt

[@leondetailing2415]

They did this on purpose so you can go out and purchase a new vehicle

[@jw7268]

​@@leondetailing2415 Makes you go back to dealership for transmission fluid change also makes you feel the pain in your wallet for not getting their "extended warranty." I needed a new transmission at 32,000 miles at 5.2 years. JUST after their warranty. Buy Toyota or Honda. NEVER touch a Nissan.

[@alexchery44]

@Aidan Bhuiyan the oil gets dark when used......

[@Yeppers123-kp6yh]

How do I remove the clip on the transmission fluid fill tube?

[@miltongomez5619]

Hey George I like to watch your videos they are very educational. I wanted to ask you a question I'm having trouble with an Acura 2005 Tsx the transmission keeps giving a code I have check sensors everything is fine I have check everything and it keeps saying the same thing and I changed transmission and same code is coming out the code is P0985 everything is fine I would be truly appreciate it if you can help me out thanks in advance.

[@enrique6943]

Of the trans is shot how much is the price tag for trans plus labor?

[@tonyboy7911]

Any trans filter that should be changed ?

[@roryalgate872]

Great video mate.... What software do you use as a scan tool....

[@DrDaddy-yg2ki]

Id be willing to bet that thos engine/trans doesnt get above the 213° mentioned, so if the temp gauge is warm inside the vehicle wait another 5 or 10 min and your trans fuild will be between the 119 and 213°

[@BenjamIncredible]

I just measured what I took out (all of 4 quartz). Filled with 4qts STP synthetic CVT and works perfect. I'll warm it up w/o the scan tool and try this next step and see how it goes as a purchased a 5th quart anyway. Thanks for the helpful video. Also made a dipstick out of tube before I started and am on the same mark as before I started with 4qts.

[@alexnoneya2949]

Will this work on slightly later model Nissans with CVT transmissions that do not have dipsticks? The 2018 Nissan Rouge looks basically the same if memory serves me, and I need to check the fluid level because it had a hose bust.

[@nwarriaza617]

I would like to know the same for my rogue sport 2018 AWD

[@darinbermudes8146]

You gotta do all that just to fill cvt fluid.?

[@TheDwilliams1000]

Should the car be started when checking fluid level?

[@sirtubemaster]

um, if you watched the video he says very clearly that it is started

[@chrisbrady9122]

Does the Nissan Murano 09 have a plug like that?

[@5david843]

how to check and fill transmission fluids for 2016Nissan Sentra

[@MrRubenmunoz]

Hey man, What scanner do you use?

[@TineyGrouse]

Looks like a launch to me

[@Drogos79]

Does 17 Pathfinder and 18 QX60 have different CVT?

[@2pacnasgame]

What scanner do you have my blue driver sucks

[@SP-dw9gi]

How the hell do you open the dip stick

[@DrDaddy-yg2ki]

Why is the 2017 infiniti cvt and the 2017 nissan different but the 2016 nissan and the 2017 Infiniti is the same?

[@jupiterl7583]

hi,what is your scan tool name? I think I need buy it,but Idk what is your scan tool name.

[@chris-lenacahill621]

Horseshit! I've done 260,000 Klm's, 160,000+ Mile, in my Nissan CVT transmission with out issue.

[@valledecauca1087]

Does that scan tool work on a 16 altima

[@Ron-h4l]

How many qt need for a change.

[@blockrokinbeats]

Damn that’s ridiculous.

[@Drogos79]

what app are you using ?

[@Scott-Tim]

Good video thank you

[@classicmetalworks]

Excellent video. Thank you!

[@Miracles895]

What the name of this application to check the temperature?

[@ImaITman]

Bro you didn’t even show us how to take the dip stick out that’s locked in place

[@arthurromero2866]

Yes bro I'm at the hat point now I don't wanna break it

[@joebklyn8458]

Excellent video!

[@Miracles895]

Any suggestions about cvt fluid I have a jx35 infinity I'm changing the transmission fluid. Thnx

[@edwardtrucker8678]

Thank you for info

[@raulramos1956]

good information thanks body

[@astiva2007]

Hi, when you drained (from the 14mm screw) the CVT's oil to reach the right level, you did it w/ engine on or engine off. Greetings from Syracusa Italy

[@damoncrowfeather4655]

On all Nissan model years "prior to" 2013 using NS-2: Fluid level should be checked with the fluid warmed up to 122°F to 176°F at the dipstick with engine running in park with the car leveled.. If you changed the fluid or added fluid, run the transmission through all the gears and back to park before checking fluid level. When checking a 2013 or newer model Nissan CVT, the NS-3 CVT trans fluid will need to be checked at the fluid level check bolt on the transmission housing while the engine is running in park and vehicle is level.. Again, if you changed/added fluid, run through all the gears and back to park. You will need an OBD tool that can read the transmission fluid temp! The level of the trans fluid should be checked at 98-113 degrees F. If you allow the transmission fluid to heat-up to normal operating temp 122°F to 176°F, the fluid will expand too much, and will give the false impression that you have overfilled. Again, the trans fluid level must be checked at 98-113 degrees F.. and at that temperature, the fluid should be a fast drip or very fine stream overflowing from the fluid level check bolt hole.

[@Naturalstonecri]

check this one kzbin.info/www/bejne/ooSznGx7eNSXfcU

[@pearlrival3124]

@@damoncrowfeather4655 "fluid level check bolt hole" are you referring to the large allen on the side or the 5mm inside of the drain plug?

[@damoncrowfeather4655]

@@pearlrival3124 Are you describing a Nissan CVT trans or a Toyota transmission? I ask, because Toyota transmissions used to have a 3/8 allen type plug drain on the side of the trans, but they now have the drain on the bottom and have a allen type plastic standpipe screwed into the drain, which allows for the proper level of the trans fluid. On a 2013-2018 Nissan CVT, the transmission pan has a 19 mm drain bolt.. and the 14 mm overflow bolt is located on the transmission housing. if you are laying under the vehicle on your belly facing the rear of the car, looking up at the pan drain bolt.. you will look just to the left of the pan drain bolt, on the transmission housing, and you will see the 14 mm overflow bolt. It's hard to describe here, but just do a google search for image of Nissan cvt trans fluid level bolt location.. and you'll get a better idea of the location.

[@pearlrival3124]

@@damoncrowfeather4655 nissan versa note 2015. in fact it does have a 3/8 allen bolt on the side of the housing closest to the tire-well. similar to a rear end you can fill fluid until it flows out of the bolt hole cold or you can use drain plug method at the correct temperature. you seem to be savvy: its not easy to be within the specified range 93-112. the overflow bolt you are referring to is underneath the car. most diy wont have a lift so that would be considered last option.

[@chrisdaniels4674]

Don’t use any aftermarket wether it says it’s compatible or not because they lie and it ruins the CVT immediately

[@Burner-nf8ki]

I don't see why it is so different. I got an infiniti qx 60 and damn it's like another world. You cannot access the dipstick. The engineer problem didn't care about what people would do instead of taking it to the dealer

[@bloggin2u]

I have the same. No dipstick anywhere. 😡

[@queenlikeme103]

Didn't show how to remove the dip stick😖

[@cardiagnostictechnician4336]

Hi George melnik I live in United Kingdom I need airbag crash data remove tools can you help me please I only can pay by PayPal or credit card thanks

[@malikammar8404]

Why can i not use the old school logic of what comes out, what goes in. Means 4QT drain out, 4QT goes in.

[@malindarettig8253]

On a Chevy traverse

[@justink7849]

Pours in 1/4 litre because it was too low, 1/2 litre pours out to get the full level "right", magic expensive fluid. Speculative assessment of when to replace the level check plug. This video just teaches that CVT fluid is expensive and the fluid level is close enough. It's gonna blow in 60k anyway.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Renualt french owned

[@carlosesparzavazquez4753]

😂

[@livemusicisbetter2]

very expensive, so we'll just pour the whole bottle in

[@BigBoss-lm6cf]

Why go thru all that extra work, just catch all the old oil on a measuring pan and replace the exact amount back with new one. It's not rocket science, CVT fluid might expand but it doesn't double in volume or multiply in amounts. I have done that for years on all of my vehicles and never had a problem and even if by accident you add a cup of extra oil I can guarantee you it will survive that awful punishment.....lol

[@alexnoneya2949]

People might still need this information if they lost fluid. I had a hose that got a hole in it, and I needed to know how much fluid to add

[@martinhughes2637]

@ 0:20 “And these vehicles have a LOT of problems with the CVT transmission.” Oh shut up. 😂

[@wholeNwon]

Another reason not to buy one of those "modern" vehicles.

[@donkiko6708]

I still got my 1986 Chevrolet Caprice

[@wholeNwon]

@@donkiko6708Great. Daily driver?

[@goofyfuhh]

How do u remove the cap !!!?!?

[@SaraRussellUndertheSun]

You have to depress the tab on the fill tube while pulling.

[@hydroconcepts]

Put a small flat thin screwdriver from underneath the clip to lift it out of the hole .. I could not get this from the top myself

[@darinbarfield8738]

Certainly an asinine method designed by Nissan to accurately check trans fluid!!🤯 Not to mention the waste of gallons of fluid with this method!

[@manufacturingdefect1287]

Too hit and miss IMHO but thanks still

[@zacphoenix9904]

Thanks

[@Honda-wing5811]

He's funny it's very expensive stuff . But we're gonna pour it all in and if it's too full it's just gonna run out and waste it but it's expensive stuff be careful.

[@alierikenoglu8006]

Are you kidding us? If this this the proper way to check the trans fluid...then why is there a dip stick???

[@DrDaddy-yg2ki]

There isnt a dipstick. Just a cap

[@jonbuchli8000]

Looks like most of the half quart put in just drained out again. Very wasteful way to check fluid. Nissan is paying the price for these types of flaws on an otherwise great car.

[@joseacd01]

Coño que baina

[@SP-dw9gi]

Should not have bought this car.

[@kevinraney2935]

CVT transmissions are total garbage. GARBAGE!

[@Angelito0212]

Do you know the size of the plug to check the level? Is it a m12 1.5mm?

[@bestclipevermisaq5598]

what is your OBD reader brand? look like working with samsung tablet wirelessly

[@Ron-h4l]

How many qt in a drain fill.

[@arturodurantrejo1260]

Roughly 4 1/2 according to dealer

[@genekhuc8824]

what about 2016 murano...? similar or same? thanks

[@hongtee2541]

How many liter use