Why Nissan CVTs FAIL

Here’s an in-depth look inside a continuously variable transmission, how it works and what some of the common causes of failures are.
The continuously variable transmission made it to the mainstream thanks to Nissan’s push for CVT’s in its front wheel drive vehicles 18 years ago with the Nissan Murano. CVT’s employ the use of a steel belt with adjustable pulleys to achieve various drive ratios. Since the pulleys do not have steps or stages like a traditional automatic, manual or dual clutch transmission, it can continuously shift input / output ratios without abrupting power flow.
Nissan’s CVT’s have been the topic of many due to its extremely high failure rate. In this video, a continuously variable transmission from a 2006 Nissan Murano is taken apart, torn down and dissected to see how individual components are like and how they function as part of the transmission. We also discuss failure modes, advantages and disadvantages of Nissan’s CVT’s what you should do if you own a vehicle with one.
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0:00 Introduction
1:02 Teardown
9:05 CVT Belt System
15:01 Failure Modes
16:54 Advantages and disadvantages
18:37 Final Thoughts
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[@stout890]

he taught an entire class on CVT transmissions via a toothbrush...

[@hard2getitrightagain314]

Do you suppose he teaches hygiene with one of those pulleys in his other hand?

[@esatd34]

in 20 mins

[@aspectcarl]

The working man's laser pointer.

[@Mike15000]

And his brothers pants

[@bernainmolina7481]

Better than UTI I always say

[@drwhipit2010]

Note to self: Don't leave any laundry around this guy.

[@breydan]

Especially the brother's laundry. LOL

[@docferringer]

I just hope he didn't find his brother's underwear in the same place as his wife's. We could be looking at a "which car has a roommier trunk" video if that's the case.

[@jerryt4053]

Lol

[@ReallyRyan.]

**Stares intently at your old gym pants**

[@reckz420]

@@ReallyRyan. *clutches my old gyms pants and run away*

[@erubielalanis6658]

I don't even have a vehicle with a CVT but this was so well done that i watched the whole video.

[@mcakshar2423]

I work for the company that makes the CVT belts. Its amazing how complex that belt is given its unassuming simple look. Its the most vital link.

[@user-ko2fd2is3l]

My nissan X-trail, somehow have no power when accellerating and i dunno why? Do you know some of the symptoms of the failure that cause my cvt to do this, I want just a few symptoms that can cause this. If you want to talk private, we can do so to.

[@fixfalcon2628]

LOL!! I know someone who works at a bank, maybe I should ask him why I'm always broke... Weirdo.@@user-ko2fd2is3l

[@stevenm8970]

​@@user-ko2fd2is3linstead of asking a complete stranger to dedicate loads of time in a youtube comments section, perhaps just go to your local garage.

[@slimsqde7397]

@@stevenm8970 never understood people who comment stuff like that lmao

[@ourgreatsurrenderinchiefjo4245]

​@@stevenm8970what and ask a stranger there to waste his time

[@jimandbeth9171]

Well done! I worked on Nissans for about 40 years and this guy should be working at a factory training center. This is one of the best classes I have ever seen and done with little to no equipment. Bravo!

[@qud3913]

No equipment?? Such disrespect for the toothbrush 😤

[@MVDSo2]

Why nissan cvt are bad ?. You work 40 years there

[@Nes924]

@@MVDSo2 just because someone worked for nissan for that long, doesn't mean they were on the design team or whatever they call it.

[@KrolKaz]

They're bad because the chain has a design flaw. It's too weak.

[@justlg3359]

@@KrolKaz cant u just change the chain into a stronger one, I like nissan design on the rogue but transmission weak

[@cowfrank]

How is it possible that you explained such a complex mechanism so complete and clear in less than 20 minutes? You even made it humorous.

[@speedkar99]

Thanks!

[@jimbodanssondodge1011]

@@speedkar99 you are great ,your channel is great and i hope became famous

[@jcjko5504]

@@speedkar99 You are a very efficiency instructor. Better than most KZbin "mechanics".

[@dp-fq7xp]

Im just glad he didnt start pulling out his daughters underwear.... Awesome vid CVT 101 thru 105 in 20 mis....

[@bgood213]

@@speedkar99 hi Great video. My situation. I have a 2020 Nissan Altima 51,179 a horrible strong burning smell was coming from inside car at times and outside of vehicle always. I never ever run it hard I keep it under 2.5 rpm’s. I bought car at 41,000 miles. I was curious to see how CVT fluid was doing so I pumped it out and I have the pics and it looks like cocoa cola. A strong burnt smell this was it. No engine indicators ever came up on for bad transmission etc. My concern is what if I didn’t change the fluid? Could the fluid have still lasted or would the fluid have caused serious problems and burned the surroundings of the steel belt??? I knew there is no exact answer or way of knowing. I really wonder how much more time of that burnt fluid especially with that strong pungent burnt smell could or would have damaged inside the CVT and what would the old burnt fluid damage specifically?? I found this!! forums.nicoclub.com/does-your-car-smell-cvt-tranny-smells-like-burning-rubber-t321697.html

[@dr.austinmelendez8743]

If you own a Nissan CVT, change the fluid every 30k. I've flushed mine (not drain and fill) every 30k. At 150k the CVT feels exactly like the day I drove it off the lot with 4 miles on the clock.

[@shawn576]

People are saying something like that about Subaru as well. The Subaru belt is like a chain mesh and parts of the metal wear off. The metal fragments start to clog up the valve body or something, so it can no longer control where fluid is going.

[@pmrose18]

60k miles fluid changed twice in that time, total failure yesterday, awful awful thing, shame on you Nissan.

[@zillamill]

Proud to say I got my murano up to 209k on the clock and all we did was oil changes and not hot rodding it around

[@nodnarbuho5789]

9:32-11:51 showing how the diameters change is one of the best and most helpful explanations of the CVT I've seen. Great work!

[@bryanstellfox8521]

I love that he points everything out with an oil covered, destroyed bristle, bright green Oral B toothbrush haha

[@FeartheCyr611]

After he mentioned wife's something I was waiting for him to mention something about the Toothbrush saying it was someone's

[@dochvtech22]

Look up Gene Kim

[@jeremyneil5847]

Wow never seen any one do a Nissan sub-assemblies that way...lol

[@chrisbarham5373]

Saaame

[@mk6315]

Not every teacher needs a yardstick

[@aticusaticus9138]

jeez, this guy knows his stuff, nissan should employ him. no hesitation in his presentation, clear and precise. i could listen to him all day.

[@vid2ification]

Why would Nissan do that? Imagine if Ford or Chrysler explained to consumers in detail how their products are engineered to fail and potentially cost you and other drivers their lives in order to maximize profit even if by a small margin. Well if that happened they may have to cut production of most of their coupes and sedans. Ya know, like Ford. At least they circle the problem.

[@kismyc0untryazz-491]

@@vid2ification just a guess but I believe the op was implying that Nissan should employ him to fix their trash cvt's. Nissan sales are down and will keep falling if they don't do something about this issue. Will they go bankrupt over this? NO. Because there will always be more uninformed buyers. And of course the ones who buy the car brand new and trade it in once it hits 50k.

[@vid2ification]

@@kismyc0untryazz-491 they make no money on warranty claims, so.....

[@xenonram]

@@vid2ification dealerships make more money on warranty work than they do on selling cars. So in sure dealerships wouldn't be happy about that. Automakers need to keep their dealerships happy.

[@vid2ification]

@@xenonram dealerships sure, but i thought you were referring to the manufacturer Nissan. My mistake

[@davidkennedy5101]

I’m on my 4th Nissan with a CVT transmission. Never had a problem with any of them. The three before my current Murano I put over 200,000 miles on them, regular maintenance is the key. I even put a hitch on one and towed a trailer with it. Drove it to Florida from Alberta three times, I’m sure that most of these issues are preventable my getting the vehicle serviced regularly. Spend a little now or spend a lot later.

[@deegon01]

I too have had a number of CVT boxes and have done hundreds of thousands of km's of towing, regular maintenance is the key to a long life.

[@luckyguy600]

You sir are a true gambler from the far west.

[@mails5054]

I guarantee id break it on my jeep wrangler in a second offroad lol. Theyre cool but not durable. I have a wa580 trans out of old mercedes v8s, lets just say chrylser auto trans didnt hold up

[@alienasshunterforrealz2321]

Bs they be trash

[@Sheepleton]

Mitsubishis have Jatco tranmissions too and the owners all swear changing the trans fluid every 30k miles will make them last forever.

[@KingZoneOne]

You make by far the absolute BEST videos I've ever seen! Straight to the points, no excessive banter, filler, fluff, or unrelated rambling on. Very concise and detailed. Thank you!!

[@robpelick7460]

Has to be one of the best videos explaining how a CVT transmission works ...now really impress us and put it back together

[@gilbertosantos2806]

What are you, a Masochist?

[@sandasturner9529]

@@gilbertosantos2806 I think the term is Sadist

[@jstr6522]

Trick question! Not even Nissan knows how to do that

[@VinnieNiZero]

when you say cvt transmission works

[@ClumsyCars]

It only has like 4 moving parts

[@PIPEFITTERENGINEER]

I used to rebuild automatics, that motivated me to drive manual.

[@beefcakes0623]

16 and still learning about cars (recently got the ASE G1 certification, barely, if that helps u know how little i know lol) but from seeing how simple manual transmissions are in the stark contrast to the cluster fucks that are FWD automatics i know i already dont wanna work on auto transmissions. And thats just the little FWD ones not even big truck transmissions and their valve body. I dread the day i learn to work on one, but also early await the learning experience.

[@azzajohnson2123]

"precision transmission has entered the chat" kzbin.infovideos after watching a few hours of this amazing channel I would never buy another auto.

[@sierrachief117]

Glad that we are getting rid of transmissions altogether with EVs. Or it is just limited to 2 speeds in the Porsche.

[@millomweb]

Only gearbox failure I had was with a manual. 5 speed + reverse converted to 1 forward speed - direct drive !

[@beefcakes0623]

@@netdoctor1 doubt the mechanic industry will die down any time soon. Maybe for the common man gas cars won't be a common thing. But gas can't be beat everywhere yet

[@kevinm8715]

Finally, someone who is able to demonstrate how a CVT in a way that makes sense to me! What a great video!

[@yashwagh83]

Extremely good video. My respect for CVT has increased 10 fold after going through the complexities.

[@speedkar99]

Me too. And so has my disapproval

[@leonidas14775]

Same, I went from hating them to hoping that car companies learn to make good reliable CVTs

[@blackbulld40]

@@leonidas14775 they wouldn’t be that bad if people actually maintained them because they are NOT in fact sealed for life

[@leonidas14775]

@@DonnyLumpkin I hear from a lot of car channels that Jatco transmissions, specifically the CVTs in Nissans are poorly made and don't last. Its an interesting machine though and would be great if they were built to last.

[@blackbulld40]

@@DonnyLumpkin if you change the fluid every 30-60k they can last 200,000 miles but it also depends on what car you have. my coworker at Nissan was on his fourth in his sentra but on the bigger vehicles they dont tend to blow as often

[@MdubFrederson]

OMG thatnk you for editing and speaking quickly. I actually watched your whole video because you kept things moving. Lots of people would make this a 1.5hr video which is PAINFUL to watch. Well done!

[@stevenandriulaitis1896]

Yep - no shitty music either 👍

[@docgonzo1973]

I agree a 100% no crappy music or long intros like a high production movie. And kept it moving. Thank you

[@chrisg6091]

100% agree 👍

[@ramoncardona4651]

That's a great point.

[@ramoncardona4651]

Hahaha he busted a nut!

[@allenc.christy8201]

I learned so much from this video that I never had any idea about when it comes to CVT's. This man apparently is an absolute CVT expert and was a pleasure to listen to. Thank you.

[@speedkar99]

You are welcome

[@termitreter6545]

I didnt even know CVT existed. Thats such a cool technology, completely negating the requirement of a classic transmission.

[@fredzephire4071]

@@termitreter6545 You don't know a lot about cars do you? Maybe a car with this transmission would be perfect for you.🤣🤣🤣

[@termitreter6545]

@@fredzephire4071 Considering your behaviour, you dont know much about humans, do you? Maybe get a life xD xD xD

[@flamingspinach]

@@fredzephire4071 hey, everyone has to start learning somewhere, unless you're Minerva and sprung forth fully formed from your father's head

[@Nyck461]

This is a great video where he explains everything about this sophisticate transmission. Very informative and specially when he talks about how drivers should take care while driving and those stop and go. Great video. Congratulations for your very nice job.

[@colincarter5266]

This guy has the most straightforward, clear, entertaining explanation that I've ever encountered. Highly recommended.

[@LoveSoLost]

Love it. Cardboard shop, no "professional" tools, use of families undergarments for clean-up - this whole vid shouts "I did this in my backyard, what's your f'n excuse?". Damn fine explanation on how CVT's work as well. No BS, just wrenching; I needed that, brother.

[@genefoster8601]

Seen mechanics with 50 grand of snap on tools that can't fix shit. Maybe 100 grand.

[@getsum697]

My 10 year old son can grab an electric gun and pull apart anything...that's the easy part. Granted this guy seems to know his stuff but you would NEVER tear down/rebuild a tranny in these conditions...EVER.

[@AmazingEtte]

@@getsum697 probably a spare that got warrantied at the dealer, hes probably their master tech

[@grenadegoboom4967]

@@genefoster8601 if your mechanic has snap on you can almost guarantee they cant fix shit.

[@genefoster8601]

@@grenadegoboom4967 got a little bit of snap on, craftsman, Bonney, indestro, matco, and every brand under the sun. Some been out business for years. 50 year collection.

[@Flumphinator]

I've never learned so much from someone gesturing with a toothbrush.

[@nunyabidness117]

And sopping up transmission fluid with his wife's knickers.

[@joelglanton6531]

I have, but I went to prison once.

[@millomweb]

I think the brush is too small for those teeth ;)

[@PaulFrew]

That's funny

[@mr.anderson9938]

@@joelglanton6531 😅

[@admiral_marc]

This was amazing. I never knew I wanted to know any of this, but you're SO intelligent, know exactly what you're talking about and don't have a boring slow delivery. Bravo!!

[@scottweisel3640]

I had a 2011 outback that started whining. Subaru garage said it was fluid pump failure. I told them to make repair and they said they don’t repair them. They quoted me a factory authorized used one for $2800 plus labor. I found a garage who got one from a junkyard and installed it for $1200. Drove the car for 232,000 miles and its been passed to two other family members.

[@NorthwayMotors]

3 Important things while working on Transmissions: 1. Brother's Gym Pants 2. Tooth Brush 3. Brother's Underwear.

[@speedkar99]

And socks and sweaters

[@NorthwayMotors]

@@speedkar99 😁

[@leopold3146]

4. Wife's "something"

[@sfopaladin2661]

...... Wife's unmentionables. "Hope they won't ban this as a Dirty Video" 😀 ✔ 😵

[@MadScientist267]

@@sfopaladin2661 Yeah well, he did bust a nut...

[@torreswaithe8607]

Your knowledge is unparalleled sir. You're a living auto encyclopedia 💯

[@speedkar99]

Thanks, I learn as I go

[@33maple]

And modest too!

[@eddynetweb]

@@speedkar99 You're an engineer right? I get engineering vibes from you.

[@ELP1125]

No THAT title goes to Chris Fix

[@nasirmehmood6507]

No ... you are more than engineer dude.

[@williamjacque6612]

This is the best detailed instruction on CVT operation that l have seen.

[@Robbyjonesy]

one of the most comprehensive videos on CVT transmissions! keep up the good work. thank you.

[@speedkar99]

You are welcome

[@masonmethot3186]

This guy knew every single piece of this transmission down to the dust particles and didn't even skip a beat, Almost like he built it.

[@speedkar99]

Haha you'll never see me build this back

[@milkshakemuncher]

@@speedkar99 oh come on, challenge yourself, where's your spirit? Rebuild the CVT 🤣 just kidding, there's more pieces in that than a 1/2 scale Titanic

[@millomweb]

But was clueless about the correct way to undo large nuts !

[@millomweb]

@@imblackmagic1209 A hammer and a punch is not the correct tool but it'd removed that nut non-destructively !

[@grdl5032]

​@@speedkar99 Well taking apart is the easy part, isn't it? ;) Thanks for this video. Your channel is the best, you explain things very clearly. I hope you make a video on Toyota's e-CVT some day.

[@DanielJaegerFilms]

Best CVT video I’ve seen yet 👍

[@skeezerpleezer8623]

Agree 100%! Great lesson!

[@musaedalfraih4682]

Agree 👍

[@victortitov1740]

One of the best videos i've seen lately! Straight to the point (no unnecessary history lessons), fantastic pacing, doesn't skimp on details too much, clear audio and good video quality, jokes... Thoroughly enjoyed it! The only problem with it, it doesn't fit the title very well. Failure modes are not shown.

[@stefandwoodham]

Really.....hold ma 🍺

[@johncitizen3927]

the kid, KNOWS HIS SHIT !!!

[@hbsbos]

the knowledge I gained about the CVT is good but this gentleman is an absolute best in how eloquently described and edited this video. my has is off to you Sir.

[@US37mmGunner]

Everything about this video was great! Thank you for taking the time to make it!

[@75IFFY]

Fantastic “how shit works” video. No fluff or bullshit or forced ott personality, just a little bit of humour. Awesome.

[@jorgealvarado7946]

This is a man that loves learning the “why” of things and loves what he does.

[@profoundsinger]

Best video on KZbin explaining CVT transmissions!!! Thank you!!!

[@williamgrant4552]

Makes me appreciate the people who know how to work on transmission cause they seem very complex. Very good video

[@joeblow5154]

All the thumbs down are from Nissan management..

[@speedkar99]

Haha maybe I should apply there

[@guyforlogos]

And maybe his pants-less brother

[@Lone-Wolf87]

Nissan management 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@kirbywinters1291]

Or Nissan owners

[@sierrachief117]

@@kirbywinters1291 people that are victims to these crappy cvts are the first ones to like

[@kraemer66]

I expected the belt to be the primary cause of failures, but really It's amazing those belts can handle the amount of torque and number of cycles they do before failing.

[@spin_tires_on_pavement-s.t5760]

No shit you think 120 hp cars can kill it quicker it’s got a punie engine 😂

[@vincentra8849]

Meaning belt isn’t the failure point. From my understanding w 190k mi on CVT and on the clock keep going. From 2011 2.5 Altima. Most failures come from lack of maintenance (every 25k to 35k fluid change), or excess heat(can be addressed with external cooler. Which also extends oil life about 10k more) and I’m driving this car under extreme condition. Just so you know. 120f AZ heat wouldn’t be any good for this tranny but yet it drives like a sewing machine and makes me smile whenever I get to the gas station. Just don’t forget that CVT suffers from extreme heat. And there are ways to make it run right. Before rebuilt is actually needed. Plus these can take some damages compared to automatic transmission where everything is actually gear. And run by hydraulics where kick down can actually cause more harm for the tranny than it should be.

[@vincentra8849]

@@BrettROKC I worship ramen god. There was a noodle and soup. there the ramen was created. Genesis 1:1 Maruchan-Nissin version

[@tylerlevitt523]

Can anyone help me with my 2015 Sentra I have a whine when I rev or floor it, I have replaced the valve body and filters hoping that would fix the problem and found no metal shavings when doing so but my whine and some slippage is still occurring it has 80k miles on it , if anyone has suggestions please help

[@vincentra8849]

@@tylerlevitt523 well enough with the flooring. Get the drain and fill done along the filter+gasket kit changed out.. that should do the trick

[@jobyk614]

What a clarity you gave it really helped on CVT

[@leeskieferrell2003]

Essentially identical to a variable drive Bridgeport milking machine gear system that I’ve torn down and repaired many times, great video and excellent explanation

[@ahappyyotubeuser9851]

Loved that humor 16:53 - "A fail that will make your transmission stuck in reverse and then you're literally going to be driving back to the dealership"

[@spewgilist]

This is so good. No ahhhs, ummms, howyadoin, and other crap.

[@smopuim]

his wife underwear was a good touch

[@adotintheshark4848]

@@smopuim right before he busted a nut

[@trevferns22]

I’m using micra Xv cvt 2014 model and till today 2023 September it is, it’s going smooth and awesome

[@mattymatt7613]

Thanks for sharing. You nail it, and are obviously extremely knowledgable and very well spoken.

[@MattykVT]

i had a feeling driving slowly and smoothly would make my car last longer. 2008 Altima coupe with 330K miles, only wear items replaced. still going strong.

[@hedener6911]

Been doing the same on my 2008 altima coupe. 190k so far and the bearings and air-conditioning are going out first.

[@alan-cl1rj]

Did you do regular tran fluid changes?

[@hedener6911]

@@alan-cl1rj it's a must, and be gentle with the throttle.

[@josealtamirano8030]

just got a 2022 Mitsubishi Mirage and this video gave me peace of mind, with its 78 hp I think my CVT transmission will be ok...I think the mirage was the kinda of car the CVT was made for. :P

[@henlo1910]

Found the one responsible altima driver

[@joeshmoe7967]

Drove a Sentra rental for 3500KM on a vacation. That was enough to convince me I would never own a CVT based vehicle.

[@spol1622]

Some day you may not have many choices...

[@rafatowers]

@@spol1622 Mazda is the only hope

[@Mocconagames]

@@rafatowers they already betrayed rotor engine.

[@michaeldavila8627]

@@Mocconagames Rotary isn't efficient, and has alot of design flaws. They didn't betray shit. They just know that making Rotary's isn't feasible.

[@tompraisan7642]

Same here...

[@ssj4gogetaflash]

Fantastic video! Was diagnosing a grinding sound for a friend and this and the transfer case we're the cause. Told her to drive it to the dealership for a trade because it wasn't worth it.

[@nereaparamoormaetxe8964]

Thank you for transmitting your know-how so gracefully, this was amazing

[@sonsonjaha]

"this is gonna be a dirty video" "this is a nice thick" "There we go, busted a nut" I think I found my favourite KZbinr... LOL

[@speedkar99]

Haha hidden gems

[@kloker0]

“Found my brothers underwear”

[@mcgama88]

@@speedkar99 I'm shaking my "mo hawlk".

[@danielsaleman506]

“Input shaft”

[@pablomontoya8303]

"These were double nutted on" lmfao

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

U should compare a Honda Toyota and nissan cvt and compare the designs and quality differences

[@speedkar99]

That would be great but Honda and Toyota transmissions are worth alot more and aren't easy to come by for a teardown

[@andersonrodriguez8258]

speedkar99 what about Subaru cvt?

[@carholic-sz3qv]

@@andersonrodriguez8258 subaru probably uses toyota/aisin cvt

[@hamie577]

@@carholic-sz3qv ehhh subaru have transmission problems to

[@carholic-sz3qv]

@@hamie577 because they use it for their awd system, unlike toyota

[@delabdu]

Wonderful explanation. Gave a crash course about the techie part to a rookie like me. Have driven Nissan Tiida, Altima, and now X-trail/Rogue. Drove all to 150k and sold without any problem. Now in Xtrail which is at 135k, have started giving me jerks in the up-gear while I'm stuck in traffic or at a signal and pick up. Hence dove into this research to understand the CVTs.

[@roberttran1114]

information on the belt is absolutely fascinating

[@alexkong6823]

12:46: "there we go busted a nut" i cant believe i didnt find this in the comments yet 😂😂

[@speedkar99]

I can't believe you caught that

[@HorsepoweredRims]

I came to the comments to see if i was the only one who caught that. I was dying.

[@michaeljohn9263]

I caught that immediately lol my mind is in the gutter 99.99% of the time :)

[@justgonnagetbetter1037]

2:53 double nutted

[@fun_ghoul]

@@speedkar99 Does this mean your CT impact is the one with "nut-busting torque"? XD

[@aluisious]

The craziest part of watching these videos to me is that designing these things seems like something approaching magic, and yet mechanical engineers aren't paid very well. These guys design everything we use, they should be on TV showing off their designs while a presenter grabs his head with both hands and says "holy shit, that's amazing!"

[@speedkar99]

As a mechanical engineer I can attest to both sides here

[@RushPL1]

Supply and demand

[@JayDee-xj9lu]

But there are also things where the engineers smoke to much funny stuff and designed some disastrous stuff that us poor mechanics have to fix.

[@fubisroc9673]

This is the first time I've heard someone talk about a CVT transmission without bringing up snowmobiles!

[@JayDee-xj9lu]

@@fubisroc9673 The Dutch made a car called a Daff. It was famous when Alby Mangels crossed the desert with it and made his first travel show. It had a belt driven cvt. That was back in the 70's. Some small maintenance cart like at the golf course had belt driven cvt's. But all were low powered and the belt was easy to change. If they made a cvt with a easy cover to replace the belt it would be more attractive to buy.

[@traceym.637]

THIS WAS AWESOME! THANK YOU! I knew nothing about what a cvt was and you taught a lot in 13mins. AMAZING!

[@speedkar99]

Glad you found it helpful. I'm gonna teardown a failed automatic transmission soon!

[@traceym.637]

@@speedkar99 looking forward to it!

[@davidhess3484]

Wow, I’m very impressed with your content you’ve got a gift for explaining things way to go!

[@chrislj2890]

"There we go, busted a nut." LOL! This video really made it clear to me how one of these things work.

[@speedkar99]

Lol haha

[@xterrential]

The efficiency of the editing is legendary. Thank you for no long wind up to the work itself.

[@EddieLeal]

@SPEEDKAR99! Thank you for sharing your valuable knowledge with us. I worked as a mechanic in the military for 20 years, retired in 2012. Automotive tech is constantly evolving so you always have to stay up to date with the latest information. Working in this industry you never stop learning. Keep up the great work brother! You are a credit to all mechanics everywhere.

[@TheMightyOdin]

Excellent video. You filled in all the gaps of how I thought the CVT worked.

[@speedkar99]

Glad it helped

[@Idontknowmaybejohnsmith]

Ive always wondered what the metal CVT belt looked like. Really clear explanation of how it works.

[@DiegoBello]

Dude you have a gift for explaining things. So clear and easy to follow!

[@tonygarrett9115]

Yes..but he has a gift for being incorrect. I know lots of people that have Nissan cvt transmission.. some have well over 200,000 miles.. with the original cvt. It's all in the maintenance

[@ryanfrizz]

@@tonygarrett9115 my (insert x relative here) smoked like a chimney and is 90 years old so people who say cigarettes kill people are wrong

[@tonygarrett9115]

As the owner of a Nissan maxima with the original cvt. With 245,000 miles. I get sick of car maintenance KZbin fake wannabes talk about something I've never had a problem with. You sound like an absolute moron. Like that other guy. Scottie lol

[@billynomates920]

@@tonygarrett9115 scotty's got a phd, so he keeps telling us.:-)

[@thomasharris5151]

This is an EXCELLENT VIDEO…! Great knowledge… and tutorial on the CVT. Bravo… and I’m a subscriber now!

[@diytwoincollege7079]

Great video. It really shows how important it is to change the trans oil regularly.

[@mariemccann5895]

Not quite sure about your second point, but yeah, good video.

[@WetCows]

other people's clothes: exist this guy: it's free real estate

[@speedkar99]

Yep I gotta put my resources to use

[@FoxFaderWorld]

Sibling's clothes matter!!!

[@JPennor]

"Mess up my cardboard studio" LOL

[@speedkar99]

🤣🤣

[@lb150t]

@@speedkar99 at 12:44 & 16:54 good play on words Bro lolol.

[@e.mcintosh3254]

Really, what a Great video! Well done. I had two different V6 Altima's bought new, liked the car liked to drive them. kept them like new. A month out of warranty the alternator went out. after finding out that I couldn't change it out the dealer ripped me for $1025.00 to replace it. Got pissed the next day and went and traded it on a Tahoe. I told the dealer about it and found out he used to work for Nissan. He asks me if I had any trouble with the transmission and I told him no. He told me that I was lucky and that around 40,000 miles they start giving problems. When he told me how many Transmissons a month that they replaced i was glad to see it go. After watching this great video, I can see the weak links. PS, I will never buy another vehicle that I cannot change out an alternator on without tearing into the AC unit !

[@speedkar99]

Sadly, alot of cars require severe disassembly before replacing basic things like an alternator or starter. That's how the industry is moving towards.

[@boots7859]

Wow, that was honestly one of the best vid's I've seen on YT. After explaining, you actually dug deep and showed as best as possible the HOW and WHY. 06 Murano with a trans replaced at 118K under warranty and once this one dies for good its the last Nissan ever. Great video and presentation, Masterclass. Best advice I've read has been to get in there every 40K and replace the trans fluid with a good synthetic. Don't follow the Nissan spec'd duration for that.

[@speedkar99]

You are welcome 😁. I have another CVT video for that Murano transmission if you like to see it.

[@freewheeler88]

If this Man isn't an auto shop teacher he's missing the vocation he was born to do.....

[@barrettabney]

AMEN!!! But it would be a 50% cut in pay...

[@jamesmatthews304]

is the CVT in the 2017 Subaru Forester the same Jatco unit used in the Nissin and do failure early on?

[@jamesmatthews304]

What is a lineartronic CVT ?

[@madelinehoyle1059]

Thank you for disassembling the belt. That made everything click for me in my head. Everyone else on KZbin just mentions the belt and skips over how it actually interfaces with the conical surfaces.

[@richardmckibben2384]

I'm no transmission guy but I like the way you explain I can hear you well and I can keep up 👍

[@VDPEFi]

Best CVT trainer I've seen! Brilliant video. With a 2.0 140ps engine my wife's is still going strong touch wood but I certainly wouldn't put it with a large vehicle, a V6 and a trailer, just doesn't feel tough enough

[@speedkar99]

Agreed. Probably for a small city car or scooter

[@davephillips9389]

The end explained my main question.... "is this going back together?" :) nice presentation.

[@crisprtalk6963]

I have come to many conclusions in life.... one is I will never understand how an automatic transmission works. I am OK with that.

[@kensmechanicalaffair]

I feel like its a life long journey.lol

[@agnel47]

They are not that difficult to grasp. Torque converters on the other hand are just witchcraft.

[@diersa182]

You should check on motorcycle's cvt.. that way you will understand better..

[@lsswappedcessna]

@James Fox Uh The engine is what's four stroke. The CVT just makes power go from the engine to the wheels/treads while feeling slushier than a vintage two speed with burnt out solenoids and low transmission fluid.

[@agnel47]

@@lsswappedcessna hahaha this is great

[@agentmobius8458]

Supremely knowledgeable expert and very informative. Thank you for making this video!

[@633959]

This dude is a genius. Transmission master!!! Bravo!!

[@franklinhealey5880]

This man is a genius and a very clear communicator.

[@842qwery]

The older I get, the more I appreciate the virtues of a stickshift..

[@josephschultz4097]

You can't even buy one anymore... So sad I still love Manual stick shifts

[@NBSV1]

@@josephschultz4097 Can still get some Mazda’s with a manual. Really most cars that aren’t American are available with a manual as an option. So, if you really want a manual just do the searching and you can find them.

[@diegosc985]

@@josephschultz4097 My new Versa is a stick for this exact reason. It's able to burn rubber on 1st.

[@kloroformd]

@@diegosc985 a friend has a 2014 Versa that's been horribly wrecked twice and most of the nearly 200k miles is cross country trips. Engine still purrs and transmission/shift assembly still feels vague and unsatisfying to shift just like new. It's impressively reliable despite the abuse.

[@NeoMorphUK]

I honestly don’t miss my stick shifts these days. If I want there is a semi-manual flappy paddle manual system on my current car but I had one quick go with it, found that the dash display tells you when to shift and then thought “if you are going to follow the car’s suggestions then you might as well be on auto anyway” and went right back to full auto.

[@suenommi9906]

Wow, the best explanation of a CVT I’ve ever seen. Thanks

[@speedkar99]

Welcome

[@kevinclancy.]

excellent video, this is fascinating. I have a 2015 Pathfinder 3.5l and cross my fingers now that I'm at 120,000 miles. Yes I have towed up to 5800lbs with it for about 20 miles to trailer a Bronco project

[@aj200415]

“....and you will literally be stuck driving ‘Back’ to the dealership “....Pwahaha good one!

[@trembleau]

Was just gonna say 😂

[@rvierra7235]

Thank you for this post. I have a 2013 Jeep Compass with the 2.4. I think this is the CVT that is in my car. Also, a few Nissan (of course) and some models of Subaru. My CVT started going bad at about 25K. I took it back to the Jeep dealership multiple times as it was still under warranty, and of course, they could find absolutely nothing wrong with my car. Then, when my Compass went out of warranty, miraculously, they discovered I needed a new CVT. I have been a Jeep owner since 1983. CVT or not, I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER JEEP AGAIN.

[@NCF8710]

I know better than to buy any vehicle with a CVT. BTW, the Compass is not a true Jeep. It is a Fiat. Stick with the Grand Cherokee, Cherokee, Wrangler and the new Wagoneer. These are true Jeeps and you won't find a mushbox in any of them. Don't let your bad experience with a pseudo-Jeep poison your mind against the real Jeep models.

[@rvierra7235]

@@NCF8710 Thank you, yes, Jeep is now Fiat. Over the course of 4 Jeeps since 1983, I have seen Jeep go straight down the sheet-hole. But even the new Jeeps are not worth buying.

[@jessem8690]

Good decision, ALL new Jeeps are garbage. Anyone who says otheriwse doesn't work on them. Anything and everything produced by FCA is trash, and Chrysler was already ruining the Jeep brand before Fiat came along and made everything worse. Jeep hasn't made a vehicle worthy of purchasing since they killed the 4.0 inline 6 and even before they killed it, they made it less reliable each year by using cheaper innards.

[@NCF8710]

@@rvierra7235 I disagree. In May, 2016 I traded in my 2002 Grand Cherokee with 252,000 miles on it for a 2016 Grand Cherokee with the 5.7L V8. One month later, I bought a 2016 Cherokee with the 3.2L V6 for my wife. Mine now has 76K miles and all it needed was tires, brakes and wiper blades. Hers has 67K miles and it needed tires, brakes, a battery and wiper blades. Other than oil changes, these vehicles needed no other attention. They look and run like new and right now, there is no reason to trade them in. These are the two best vehicles I have ever owned. And to put this into perspective, the first new car I bought was a 1973 Ford LTD Brougham. I have owned quite a few vehicles in the past 50 years.

[@rvierra7235]

@@NCF8710 I understand. I have only owned 4 Jeeps since 83, all purchased new. So I guess I would not know what I am talking about in the least and you would. The Cherokee (the real Cherokee) was last produced in 2001. If you are refering to that piece of shit "new generation" chair-oh-kee, this conversation is over. There are easier ways to display your lack of subject knowledge matter, rather than doing it on YT.

[@billyrodriguez9499]

Thanks for the info bro, I had no idea CVT transmissions can't be rebuilt and there's no diagrams other than basic owner manual ones! You furthered my automotive knowledge I thought that was just limited to Tesla with them not sharing software information and making you have to go to the Tesla dealer the most expensive place possible to get them fixed!

[@kevingysen2602]

fixed these for years and years at a transmission shop . You can get parts . He did a fantastic job explaining how they work . He should be training guys how they work

[@hytekrednekbama4400]

My wife's Murana CVT failed just out of warranty. 5K to replace it. I will NEVER buy Nissan again, and will try to avoid overly complicated and unproven tech in cars

[@tomrogers9467]

I was considering the Nissan Pickup truck. Providentially, I met a friend at the auto show, in the Nissan corral, who told me all about his horror stories owning a Sentra. Took his advice and bought a Ridgeline instead. Absolutely love the truck.

[@diablo09090909]

Been on CVTs in Nssans and Infinitis since 2010...

[@soldiers303]

Or buy manual cars. If you have to have automatic then get something that isn't cvt

[@tomrogers9467]

The CVT technology has been and still is the transmission method in snowmobiles, golf cars and ATV’s for years. But not hp as high as a car. And they use a rubber belt.

[@miscbits6399]

@@tomrogers9467 The problem isn't the steel belt, its Nissan North America marketers taking pressure from reviewers who demanded that CVTs feel like they're shifting and essentially programmed in a self-destruct mode to keep those reviewers happy (remember: reviewers seldom if ever put more than 500 miles in anything they're reviewing) if you can feel "gearchanges" in your CVT, then take it back where you got it from immediately, because it will grenade in short order

[@Steve_K2]

I had the impression CVTs were simpler than traditional transmissions. This video convinces me CVT isn't simpler than anything except maybe a moon landing. It also helps me understand why electric cars, with no transmissions, are so popular.

[@podulox]

Moon landing... Heh heh [beavis & butt-head gif]

[@manoman0]

@@podulox Epic reply, sir. Epic.

[@autismion]

I dont know why they don't just make something like an Owen Magnetic now

[@podulox]

@@autismion The Norwegian one?

[@autismion]

@@podulox One of them was shipped to someone in Norway once, but they were made in USA from 1915 to 1922

[@timsexton]

Expansive detail, explanation & video editing. *_TRUST !!_*

[@mrpat2563]

Thankyou sir for that lovely breakdown of the CVT transmission.

[@speedkar99]

welcome

[@pauliethebrit]

It's been said many times in your comments, but your fluid momentum and hands on knowledge of the automatic/CVT transmission, make this such a pleasure to watch. Subscribed. Thank you.

[@R3putaytion13]

What i have witnessed working for Nissan several years ago was sales people telling buyers "Oh its a sealed transmission, no maintenance at all" thats a lie out their ass and it infuriated me. Thats why majority of CVTs fail, not the proper maintenance.

[@fun_ghoul]

Salespeople are like others, they act in their own interest. If more vehicles fail, that's more potential sales for them down the road.

[@prototype_0xD1]

Exactly this. I even had a service writer at a Nissan Dealer tell me that I didn't need to change my fluid at 40k. It just needed an inspection. I told him there is no such thing as lifetime fluid and made them do it. Fluid went from dark/dirty green to bright green. I, however, turned down their stupid 40$ cabin air filter they were pushing.

[@speedkar99]

You are on your own after the warranty which is how long these are designed to last. It's in their interest to sell you another car after that

[@dynamo3059]

@@speedkar99 only an idiot would buy another car from a manufacturer that failed right after the warranty was up

[@fun_ghoul]

@@dynamo3059 No manufacturer wants you to keep driving their car for 30 years. Bad for quarterly profits.

[@alimoradi5297]

Wow, what a good explanation about CVT gearbox!

[@hamsaveni4272]

very well explained !! im using the renault which has the xtronic cvt transmission which i brought a few months back brand new...no issues as of now ...works buttery smooth

[@slumy8195]

every year change the transmission fluid and filter

[@John_Benson]

Under appreciated video editing here. Straight to the point, no babbling. Thanks!

[@emjayay]

I was worried that we would watch every bolt and nut being removed but he cut out the rest after the first one of each bunch.

[@johnmeola1189]

Absolutely astounding! The guy is a natural born teacher and superlative explainer. Imagine what he could do with a laser pointer vs. toothbrush..... Ok so how do we promote this guy? Make him take editor of You Tube technical videos! you are the BEST

[@Heat0ne]

Really great video man! Some nice subtle comedy with great info and visuals. Thanks for the class.

[@antonyweaver357]

That was a fantastic explanation / lecture on both general principles and specific issues of CVT gearboxes! I have never liked them but could never explain why - now I still don’t like them and I CAN explain why! Thank you for your work 🙏👍👏

[@donjuan1212]

The real miracle here is that he could find his 10mm socket.

[@speedkar99]

Agreed

[@MrSecurity111]

He probably keeps it in a safe....

[@MoreFormosa]

damn, that's funny!! any car mechanic can appreciate that

[@WhyZ_Guy]

Check your friends toolbox, that's where YOUR 10mm is

[@MoreFormosa]

@@WhyZ_Guy hah, no doubt!

[@The1Prince91]

WOW not only did you give clear accurate info I can understand you thru the entire video great audio and camera work, you get the instructor or the year award!!! 😀👍👍👏

[@speedkar99]

Thanks! More to come

[@sajiantony7473]

As an owner of a 2013 Pathfinder with a CVT, this has been very educational. Thank you.

[@speedkar99]

Glad you like it!!

[@alanwright7819]

Congratulations! Here I am, watching videos about a number of older-model vehicles because I’m planning to buy a relatively inexpensive, but hopefully reliable, used car. I was kind of leaning towards a 2007 Nissan Maxima in excellent condition and with very low mileage, but in slightly less than 20 minutes, you’ve completely talked me out of it! Time well spent!