Get yourself a junkyard transmotion with a 3-6 month warranty swap them new fluid new filter and call it a day

Pizza car has probably been driven like it’s been stolen all its life lol 😂

12:35 Check engine light was there before it was placed in gear lol 😅 randy is the goat for a reason guys

CVT's whole reason for being is twofold: 1) Cheaper and easier to manufacture than an automatic, and 2) Marginally better results in EPA fuel mileage testing. The early high failure rate was just a bonus for them, they don't care as long as they outlast the warranty.

I am glad you tried on this one. Further proof that CVT’s from JATCO are consumable. Why GM would partner with Nissan on that transmission is insane. How about engines GM? Partner on that…

Hate to think the worst, but I think these transmissions were made to fail "intentionally"

I saw a video on The Car Wizard's channel where he was talking about cvt transmissions. He asked several transmission shops in his area if they would rebuild a CVT transmission. All of them said Hell No!

The problem with CVT transmissions is they require maintenance every 30k to 40k miles and don’t tolerate being neglected. I seen them go over 240k from time to time on a Nissan Murano, if you take care of them replace the filters as well and also intercooler with radiator as those love to break and leak which found cause them to fail prematurely. Yes seen and replaced way to many including on even the Nissan Altima I bought off someone that failed at 180k. So had to buy a used junkyard one that was still good and took the engine as well since under 75k miles rebuilt the CVT completely costing another 1k in parts and hopefully it last a while.

The biggest problem with CVT transmissions are the fluid has to be changed regularly like engine oil if you want to have a chance of it lasting

We had a 2007 Nissan Maxima we went thru 4 transmissions in 130000 miles finally just got rid of it.

CVT transmissions are being forced on us! The Transmission Shops must love them.

I love this video series. The Spark looks like a lot of fun. The clue to not bid on it at auction was the name. Domino. And as we’ve seen the issues have just dominoed into the hundreds of dollars. 😢

I agree that CVTs are total garbage. Just had one replaced in a 2020 Nissan Versa. You can't have them repaired, so nissan sells new ones at 2700 dollars. Total repairs cost was 4 grand. At 82,000 miles, this is definitely unacceptable.

Believe it or not, the Chevy Spark is built by Daewoo in Korea for General Motors. A little interesting useless history of the Spark! Its definitely a very interesting Car. Unfortunately, our Service Departments in some of our Indiana Dealers is lackluster at best. BTW 20 years at franchise dealers and I've never heard of anyone having that kind of Transmission Flush that you don't need to change the filters.

LOL! Im waiting to see that new crate with a rebuilt CVT in the garage. LOL! I saw this coming from the start. That CVT Drive belt is toast along with the pressure controller that controls the two pully wheels. Good try.

Had a feeling you didn’t give up on the pizza car. Hopefully doing the filters gaskets and fluid it will help.

I drove a brand new 2023 Nissan Rogue with a CVT for a security company. I tell you what, it was weird to drive it. Felt, wrong I guess? I didnt have any problems with it, but I have read an heard that they are basically consumable, which Im not in an agreement with. Ill stick to my gear driven vehicles lol. Just feels better lol.

I can really appreciate your work Randy! most of us at least are really rooting for you - your positive attitude is (one of the big reasons) why I watch your videos! I've had very good luck with CVTs but I've always bought them as new and they take getting used to. Same with DCTs - if new and you aren't abusing them they can be good but as others have pointed out everything these days is made to a "price point" and all it takes is for a little abuse or hard use and the trans is done for....

I'm not the biggest fan of CVTs but we have 2 Nissans, an 09 Sentra and a 18 Kicks, both of which have CVTs and they work just fine. They are smooth and the one thing I do like is that it allows the motor to rev at a low RPM on the highway. I do make sure to do the fluid every 50,000 kms. I can understand them in a cheap commuter car but nothing else. Nissan puts it in way too many of their vehicles in the lineup.

Three weeks ago I did a full transmission service on my 2017 Chevy spark, and I knew about the small filter and I replaced all filters and fluid, I had a hiccup in the transmission of mine, and it has 183K miles, completely fixed it, it's been a great car for the last couple thousand miles

Stay safe out there randy, watch quite a bit of your content, may God keep you & bless you always

You have given it your best shot for sure 👍🏼. I will continue to watch & support the Monte Carlo, waiting to see it at Power Tour.

Thank you Randy.We're all youtube certified you're the man

I stumbled upon your very first video of this car earlier today and just wanted to let you know that I've watched every episode back to back its been fun 😁. Can't wait to show my husband lol he will get a good kick out of it! Especially because that's the exact car they drive for dominos down hers in Georgia 😂.... and we're frequent flyers haha. Thank you for the entertainment the last few hours 👏.

This is gonna be long but hopefully worth it. Back in the 90s, I'd deliver pizzas for some extra money. One of the drivers I worked with shared an apartment with two other guys, all of whom delivered for different pizza chains. One night they were all off shift and a few of us were hanging out in the apartment. After a while, we got hungry & decided to order some pizza from Dominos so one of the guys could use their employee discount. The guy who worked for Domino's had worked earlier and still had his shirt on. The apartment was in a different store's delivery zone so when the pizzas arrived, he was the one who opened the door in case the driver had any instructions to verify he really was a Domino's employee. The driver was immediately confused. In that moment the off duty driver decided to have a little fun. "What took you so long?" The driver went straight into "deer in headlights" mode. He managed to get "wha?" out of his mouth and little else. "These people have been waiting nearly 3 hours for these! Your manager thinks you've either been abducted by aliens or something! You better hope that happens on the way back to the store because when I get there your Manager and I are gonna drill you how to read a goddamn map until your nickname becomes Magellan!" With that, the off duty driver takes the pizzas from the driver and slams the door. All of us completely lose it. Our guy opens the door again to catch the driver and give him a good tip but the driver was apparently related to Barry Allen because he was already behind the wheel of his hooptie and pulling away from the curb. He tries to run and stop him but the driver thought he was seeing management coming at him for a second go so he floored it. By now, most of us are having trouble breathing. Domino's dude pulls himself together after a couple of minutes and calls the manager of the store the driver delivered from to let him know what was going on. I've only heard second hand what happened when the driver got back to the store but apparently the manager decided to have a little fun with him too. We each threw $10 into the hat to tip the guy so it turned out to be the best shift he'd ever worked. After about 20 minutes, everything was finally settling down until one of the other roommates came out of his room wearing his work shirt. "So, what do we want from the Hut?" There's more but I'll leave it there.

That was adventurous…:keep it up randy we love to see it ❤

randy admire your determination take care.....

Ok that answered my question on that fluid. Thank you!😊😊

This is probably my favorite series to watch currently

Well big guy you tried i give you alot of credit. I went through a recent transmission problem and it was 2500 used with 90 day warranty and 4500 new 3 yr warranty. So as i love my pontiac Aztek i fixed it and to find out GM put faulty seleniod in there trans to fail at 120 to 150 thousand miles its a shame what these dealers do to us. But hey great video watched till end. Keep up the great vids. Later!

Yes finaly video on this car😎🔥

Great video Randy ❤❤❤❤

Great video randy 👍

Hello Randy. Going to fix the 2016 Chevrolet Spark also The Domino's car. Good luck on fixing it.

i was gonna tell you that that was the hidden filter location. good thing you found it.

Good video, I like the Monte Carlo videos 😀

I have a car with a CVT transmission I can't believe the amount of repair location that won't touch CVTs even though they represent over 30% of cars. All I wanted was a drain and fill with a filter replacement and you would have thought I asked for the moon. Absolutely hate shops. I do all my own maintenance on my older vehicles but this one is pretty new and it's just something that needs to be done..no issues at all.

Dude that’s awesome I got all the parts that the Chevrolet official parts website offer me I give them to my mechanic and he didn’t know where that filter was… I sent him your video Thanks a lot ❤

I agree most cvt's are crap, especially Nissan. EXCEPT, I have one in my 2019 civic sport touring hatchback with the turbo engine. And the CVT is phenomenal in that car. I would urge everyone on here to try and give a Honda with a CVT a test drive, you will not be disappointed. Car reviews that have tested the civic with CVT could not believe how well it drove thinking it was going to be crap when getting into the car the first time. My civic is very fun to drive, CVT has fake shift points and paired with the turbo engine it's great.

Didn't line my first CVT. Went to a 'normal' auto and now back to a CVT. Absolutely love the new CVT. No annoying kickdown, the car is so quiet I am amazed. Perhaps it will fail but a long warranty should see me out of the car before I will be concerned.......... So the car won me over for how it drove, features, size, a spare wheel, comfort etc despite having a CVT.

Love the videos. I would personally love more vids of the monte.. I love thoed cars

Pizza car brought me here. I'm glad you're giving the little guy some TLC!

Thank you Randy

4:16 circular cover with bolt in it. Or it may be the circular thing with that takes the Allen key in the center.

Really, try Bars Leak CVT Fix. Worth a shot AS A LAST RESORT. Could save it!

The eCVT (which is actually a planetary gearset) is the way to go. Toyota has those figured out with their hybrid powertrains. Any other CVT is a no-go.

I had a Mercury tracer that had no park, just make sure you keep your parking brakes in good shape and let it ride😂

Have you considered trying some Lucas transmission conditioner to swell up the shrunken seals . I've sure had good luck with it.

Hey Randy. I just finished the video. I have a Nissan with almost the exact same driveablilty issues and the P0965 code. Once it stopped going on me I limped it back home and parked it. I have done a lot of research on rebuilding the transmission. The transmission is shared with a Versa and I believe the Spark, I saw it mentioned some of the 3rd party parts catalogues. The transmission is question is the RE0F11A aka JF015E, please confirm but according to the Internet it is the same. Nissan has a TSB for it with a flow chart and everything, even color pictures. So far nothing you have done, while making a lot of common sense and can't hurt, is a right step in the repair process according to the TSB. If the TSB in question applies the fix is some what "simple". You would need to at least change the valve body and depending on the state of the variator sub assembly you may need to replace that too. Between the two unless the input shaft bearing is fubared I am having trouble believing that It couldn't be fixed. I can understand if you don't want to put the money in on replacing the assembly because it costs almost as much as you said you spent on the whole car. I highly recommend using the part numbers in the TSB because the repair kits can come out cheaper than the individual parts. The link for the TSB is static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10109251-9999.pdf I also sent you a version of this message on IG. I hope this is able to help. I want to see this car running because I believe it can be fixed.

My Prius was still running strong with over 225k miles on it's CVT. I followed Toyota's recommendations exactly for driving and servicing, and never had any issues...never had any issues with ANY part of my Prius! I don't get why so many people talk so badly about CVTs. You just have to understand what they can...and especially cannot...do. If we can figure how to get it to Arizona I'd give you a few bucks for it!

At 10:32 syrup for your pancakes Randy?!😂😂😂😂😂

7:54 as someone who worked on the notorious Nissan CVT transmissions, the cylindrical filter is located at the left hand side where you were pointing the camera. They’re usually only held in by one bolt and is a twist off design, and is cylindrical itself, anyways cheers!

honestly might be worth trying to get that wrecked chevy spark you looked at in that one copart walk around a few weeks ago

Stop changing the fluids Rhandy! Just buy a used transmission and call it a day.

" Did I ever tell you what the definition of insanity is? Insanity is doing the exact... same fucking thing... over and over again expecting... shit to change..." - Vass in Farcry 3 ;)

Good try Randy. You gave it your best shot. 😎😎👍👍

I bet that trans module needs to re-learn?

Should've also cleaned the valve body/solenoids and the tiny strainer filters on that while in there too. Those cause a restriction even with the new fluid and that's in addition to the two transmission filters you have replaced/mentioned. It's like the tiny strainer filters for the VTEC on some hondas. That would further alleviate the issue with these transmissions. As you said... Off to a great start at least(or not so great). 😢 In addition, some people do add a external cooler to the transmission cooler since these transmissions do run hot by design. How much that can additionally help? Probably good for hotter climates perhaps.

9:15 I was looking at that thing saying that must be it the whole time. It was the first thing that I saw 😂

Great video..AAR.

Hey Randy have you thought about changing out the shift solenoids on that car cuz that that'll cause with your bucking😁😁😁😁😁😁

Scotty Kilmer did a video about the CVT. According to him the only ones that work are Honda and Toyota's. The one that (once again according to Scotty) is most produced for Nissan, Ford etc is the Jatco. Randy you are a pioneer in actually buying a worn CVT. Very much enjoyed the seal substitution, brake cleaning the pan and flushing it. Except what I'm thinking is that the CVT belts are slipping which results in those chugs it makes. Car Wizard does however suggest frequent fluid changes however if belts are skipping gears that's not good. Much better to stick with something that works.

Have you checked that there is adequate cooling/flow happening in the trans cooler?

Beautiful Monte Carlo

I just started working for dominos and it’s my dream to deliver pizzas in the pizza car, especially if I could have one with the pizza oven lol

Don't know if it would be much help here, but "Turd Pails and Trails" here on KZfaq has a few videos about tearing down the Jatco CVT valve body in Mitsubishi Mirages and cleaning the screens. Seeing that their both Jatco transmissions, it might be a similar failure/fault and could be a cheap fix compared to replacing the whole CVT. The squealing makes me think that the belt in the trans has already been damaged though. Honestly, your video has given me more confidence in CVTs. I've always thought that failure meant complete non-movement and being stranded, but this Spark shows that they can be fighters. Still would prefer a more traditional transmission - for the same reasons you mention. I wish you good luck with the car and am enjoying watching all the struggle that has come from it.

There is a hex screw inside where the drain plug is, that removes the rest of the fluid

That was impressive stretching that seal that far.

I used to use multi-brand ATF until I learned that the manufacturers of these actually design the Automatic transmissions and CVTs to the fluid they have, not the other way around.

Woweee l learned something new about filters. Thanks love your auto dealers.deal...that domino's car get her done it will work if anybody can get this working is you. Iam believer. 😁😇🙏

One thing went good so far your advertising for Dominos Pizza 😀 Other than that the car is a good comedy to watch and you too!😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Randy, you gave it everything. Straight to Copart after you deliver a pizza!

i have a 2013 nissan altima cvt in it 253,000 miles original transmission and still going strong but you are completely right Randy they are garbage i agree with you there i hate the shift bs ik it does shift but you can’t really feel it it worries me man 😂

I agree with you 100%,I had a 2016 Nissan Versa Note,I didn't know anything about CVT TRAINSMISSIONS until I bought one,when I found out about CVT,I turned around sold it,before it started to act weird,I told myself to never buy a car with a CVT TRAINSMISSION Again

Im right there wirh you on the cvt transmissions. I have a heep patriot that has one and im just waiting on it to start acting up.

We had a 2013 Chevy Sonic that was very reliable for us for a couple years, and then it was on the verge of breaking down, and I had a feeling it was going to be very expensive, so we got rid of it. It was good for us, though, when we really needed a car.

14:30 The check engine light was on at the start, the belt screaming is because your battery is weak and the alternator is taking a lot of power (and maybe the belt is a bit old/not tight enought), the Fan can be ON because of a bad sensor (ssometimes, when the engine see a bad sensor it automatically turn on the fan in case of an overheat) the weak battery can have caused a default too

Haters are going to hate. Fans, let's gather here and show some love to this exceptional KZfaqr.

Hey Randy, I just saw your video on the Domino’s Pizza car. You are having a lot of problems with the car Gia but anyhow, I can’t wait to see the finale on this car to see what happens with it and I know you said some about going to Domino’s to pick up some pizza I can’t wait to see the farewell video on this car because you said it’s gonna turn out to be awesome so I can’t wait to see it buddy Annie home. I hope you have a great day and night because I know you recorded this sometimes during the day and sometimes during the night so they now have a good day and night buddy talk to you later

Need to do one of the car fixed and going like you want for all of us fans

My little sister had a Honda Civic EX coupe customized with one of those Crappy Variable Transmissions that did the same damn thing as your Dominos is doing. I took the Honda to a place called Run Right Transmissions and did anything but that. They had the car over a month and when i went to pick it up i saw that all they did was paint the trans battle ship gray and was bucking the same. Shop guy asks me," what do you drive" i told him I drive a Chrysler, he says to me " there's your problem your not used to driving a cvt car." Long story short i took it to the local Honda dealership where they confirmed the trans problem and replaced it with a brand new one. $3000 later that little Honda was boogie n down the road. Unfortunately after 7 months the car was stolen from my little sis college campus & found in Camden NJ completely stripped new trans and all😭

I had hopes for this car. I always thought from the first video you should have just either rebuilt or put another transmission in it. Now it's pretty much too late now with as much as you sunk into it.

Randy u should see if u can manual swap the trans

Have you checked the cvt valve body? It looks like it may be the solenoids that are dirty and sticking and that may be why it is not shifting properly.

You have to fix it look at the views!! cute car

I had a Hyundai once that did the same thing as your Spark. It was a bad crank angle sensor that was the cause, not the transmission.

I worked with cvt In snowmobile. A lot of belt dust was a good indication there was something wrong. All the metal would have made me suspicious.

My 2014 Shevy spark is a five speed and i love it. still only 33000 mils on her..

LOL The hot line goes in the top of the cooler same as the eng coolant !!!

Sound and acts like the torque converter is very bad. I personally try to avoid those cvt transmissions due to this exact reason. Good video even with the problems you still have man.

My wife got a 2020 crv with 3 miles on it. Now it got 79000 miles but I've changed the transmission fluid twice and about to change it again. Can't complain about anything

You should do a prank video. Have dominos deliver the pizza but as they’re pulling in either you or MWM starting taking the pizza out of the pizza spark and bring it to the door and the delivery driver will be so confused. 😂

Hay Randy, CVT transmissions especially Nissan are not bad, issue are the drivers who are to cheap to maintain the vehicle as per specification, you need to replace the transmission fluid every 6ok miles, clean the filter. Service at Nissan dealer would cost you somewhere around 250 as fluid is expensive. I had 3 cvt Nissan Altima vehicles and never an issue. They drive smooth and are good on gas. So sorry to spoil your rent but you are wrong sir. Take care of the car and it will take care of you. Junk cars are Hyundai and Kia which for some reason you like. My brother had engine replaced before 100k miles due to rod bearing under warranty. Anyhow..... Drive what you like enjoy what you have and have fun.

Hey Randy, Copart Oklahoma City Has a 2021 Spark LS For Salvage $250 Bid So Far!!👍😉

Does manual gearbox cheaper than the CVT one? I did some conversion from Auto to Manual gearbox on volkswagen car. it always fixe all the issues! ;)

Would a can of lucas help at all ?? Maybe ?? I mean it’s just band aiding the band aid but maybe it holds enough to get what you want do, done ?

I would suggest changing the input speed sensor. It seems to be getting faulty speed input information.

Randy, find a good transmission from the junkyard. 😅 31:24 😊

Okay, Randy, not meaning to backseat channel produce here but having worked in my Dad's service station garage since 1970, making TV shows since 1979, & currently shooting video of my old 944 to upload to YT, I have a question for you and nearly every other auto repair KZfaqr I've watched: why do I never see anyone do a quick search online or crack a manual? I see a lot of guessing and not all of it is just for the camera. You know your stuff and we all tend to fall back on what we think we know rather than make sure when we're turning the wrench but something that network legal departments pounded into us when making any kind of content like this is to make sure any repairs, etc that you show are accurate and mention where the info came from. If it's something where you're guessing or there's no factory information available we had to be sure to explain how we got to that solution. The reason is because if somebody watched what we did and did the same thing but got entirely different results, particularly if it caused some kind of injury to people or property, we could be held liable. I'm not saying you're doing anything wrong. I love watching your stuff and you're one of people who helped me decide to start producing material for YT. But it is something I've noticed from a majority of automotive KZfaqrs.

Hi! Just a question about mileage on a vehicle. What is your maximum mileage on a vehicle is to high? Looking at SUV’s 2000 to 2010. Mileage anywhere between 120,000 to 300,000 miles. I’ve been looking on marketplace and dealers. I want to trade in my 2017 Chevy Trax with 78,700 miles because I want something a little bigger and no car payment. Thanks for your help. Barry from Utah.