2007 - 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L CVT Transmission Fluid Change!

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Welcome to the Trick Shift Garage! In this video, we will show you how to change the transmission fluid on our 2007 Nissan Altima. Our Altima came with a drain plug on the transmission pan which makes this process very straight forward. It involves loosening the drain plug over a drain pan and letting all the transmission fluid drain out. Then, tightening to the correct torque rating. Then refilling the transmission with fresh NS-2 grade CVT transmission fluid. We finish it up by checking the fluid level, making sure it's filled up. If you have and questions feel free to comment below, we usually reply in a day :) Enjoy!
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@demariajohnson4199 Жыл бұрын

I love your videos. You actually explain things better than any other KZfaqr💯

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you Demaria! Glad our videos are helpful for you and thanks for watching! 😊

@ralphfogle1662 Жыл бұрын

I followed your tutorial on how to change the fluid and the mesh screen and cartridge filter and you saved me a ton of money. Everything turned well. Thank you!

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad everything went well for you. Changing the CVT fluid regularly is the best thing you can do to keep it running well for a long time! Thanks for watching Ralph! 👍

@dougbell512 3 ай бұрын

Keep in mind the fluid alone will be close to 100 dollars

@ralphfogle1662 3 ай бұрын

Not true if you buy the Castrol TransMax fluid instead of the overpriced Nissan fluid.@@dougbell512

@lizg8934 10 күн бұрын

Cheaper than a transmission though 😎👊 @@dougbell512

@wildwildflorida 5 ай бұрын

You have a very good voice for directing people. Keep up the videos, great to watch.

@TrickShiftGarage 13 күн бұрын

Thank you very much. 🙏

@diesel1586 5 ай бұрын

Perfect, thank you, and I’m glad to hear that my car actually does have a dipstick

@TrickShiftGarage 13 күн бұрын

Yep! Glad to help! 🤟

@God_Driven Ай бұрын

268k (got her around 140k 5yrs ago) 2008 altima 2.5L here. This thing would not catch gears after a long drive yesterday and I thought the transmission was shot. Refusing to give up on ole lighting, I decided to flush transmission fluid after watching your video and it fixed all the shifting problems. It was like black obsidian in liquid form was coming out that bad booga. She shifts better than I have ever felt from her. Saved me from a 5yr auto loan. Btw: I was looking at 2018 standard shift GT stang

@TrickShiftGarage Ай бұрын

That's awesome, glad a fluid change turned things around for you. Thanks for watching! 👍

@DecayedWraith 10 ай бұрын

Found your video very helpful, I'm hoping this fixes my problem.

@TrickShiftGarage 10 ай бұрын

We hope so too, if you have any questions let us know 😊

@luxurycarkey7207 Жыл бұрын

Great video keep up the good work

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Thanks Luxury! And thanks for watching!

@SirVesas 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for posting! The local place where I get my oil change wanted to charge me over $200 to change the transmission oil. Watching your video made me realize how easy it was and I need to stop being lazy and just do it.. Again Thx!

@TrickShiftGarage 13 күн бұрын

Anytime! Thanks for watching! Let me know if you did it yourself! 🤟

@ratchety9354 2 жыл бұрын

Guys awesome guide! Just did transmission auxiliary filter. Using castrol fluid. Only thing is kinda gotta baby it going uphill. Other than that, super smooth shifting. Thanks 🙏

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ratchety! Why do you have to baby it uphill? Changing the fluid and filter shouldn't force you to baby it, should be able to drive normally 💪😎

@ratchety9354 2 жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage nah not baby it. Perhaps not right word. It’s on ramp of bridge. Notice rpm hits 4K. But also does on different vehicle! Anyway yea thanks again for vids and best of luck!

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Oh ok, that's understandable. You're welcome and thanks for watching! 👍

@victorialuevano5600 4 ай бұрын

Im hoping this is gonna be just as easy on my Juke as it is this Altima! Fingers crossed i think you just saved me $400+ 🎉❤

@TrickShiftGarage 4 ай бұрын

Hope so too! Good luck and thanks for watching! 🙂

@princedadra4035 2 жыл бұрын

Real respect brother 👌👌

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Thanks bro! Appreciate it! 👍

@nurfacealways Жыл бұрын

I have been home for 3 days and I miss working that I had to find a video of what I do just to feel like I'm ok.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Hi Reesa, glad you found this video to help you feel okay! Working on cars can be enjoyable and even soothing (sometimes lol). Whatever you're going through, I hope you get back to working again. Thanks for watching! 😊

@JohnLewis-is7cg 8 ай бұрын

I need to replace my transmission fluid on my 2013 Nissan altim but how many quarts does it take is what I wanna know ?

@janayaroberson8975 9 ай бұрын

Quick question , my car won’t reverse backwards , no leaks or anything is it the transmission fluid ?? 2007 Nissan Altima

@bulgarianfreak55 2 жыл бұрын

Do you know how often the filters need to be changed? There is one inside (have to drop oil pan) and another one just above from what I see in some videos. Nissan dealership told me they dont ever replace the filters?

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Alex! Personally, I recommend changing the filters every time you change the fluid which is every 60k miles. We have a couple videos that go into detail on how to change the filters. Fluid and (Oil pan) filter: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lceEjdlk1MmpZ4U.html The other filter is a cartridge type: m.kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qcB7Y9KTm7G4YY0.html Hope this helps out, let us know if you have any questions! 🙂

@EmuTermX Жыл бұрын

Just a few quick notes for some people looking to change their CVT fluid in their Altimas: 1. Don't think that using CVT fluid other than Nissan NS-2/NS-3 will kill the transmission. You can use any automatic transmission fluid AS LONG AS ITS MADE FOR A CVT. Good replacements include Amsoil CVT fluid, Castrol Transmax CVT fluid (as seen in video) and Valvoline CVT fluid. Heres a good reference video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jbOGes96mrK6aIE.html 2. I own a 2008 Nissan Altima coupe with 135,000 miles and I changed my CVT fluid at 110,000 with zero issues. I EXCLUSIVELY use Amsoil CVT fluid since it is high quality and fully synthetic. Just as long as you change the fluid every 20 or 30 thousand miles, it will last. During each change, you should replace the filters as well. Don't believe anyone that says the fluid is "Lifetime" fluid, some Nissan dealers say the same nonsense. These cars have the potential to be very reliable, they just require proper maintenance just like everything else.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Well said! Agreed 100% 👍

@djchristian8880 11 ай бұрын

Was your car ever slipping ?

@nothingtodo58 11 ай бұрын

On the other hand, why take a chance with an off brand CVT fluid in a transmission that will cost $6K to replace?

@EmuTermX 11 ай бұрын

@@djchristian8880 Never had any slipping issues. I just did a drain and fill with Amsoil CVT fluid a couple days ago, still going strong!

@EmuTermX 11 ай бұрын

@@nothingtodo58 Castrol, Amsoil and Valvoline are not "Off Brand". They make quality fluids made for CVT's that meet and or exceed the specifications of NS-2 and NS-3. So they would perform the same or better than "Name Brand" (whatever that means). At the end of the day, its up to the owner. I'm just saying don't feel like you HAVE TO use NS-2/NS-3.

@eguapo 2 жыл бұрын

Good video

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! 👍

@feedthegorillal.6697 Ай бұрын

I started using Valvoline CVT transmission fluid on my second transmission after i had to change my 2007 nissan cvt transmission. I have a feeling the recommended nissan cvt transmission fluid is the problem. I'm not using store brand (nissan) cvt transmission fluid anymore.

@TrickShiftGarage Ай бұрын

Sounds good! Thanks for watching! 🙂

@Abby-je4yj 5 ай бұрын

My 2007 Nissan with 110k miles jerks when I try to reverse. Anyone know what that could be?

@MrAustin517 22 күн бұрын

If it did leak, what would be your step by step process in determining where it came from?

@bklynp718 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@TrickShiftGarage 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! 🤟

@NabheelHanif-zl9is 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video! I was wondering if the filter inside the sump needs to be changed, or can I just do a drain and fill? I changed the filter during the last oil change, which was 13,000 miles ago.

@TrickShiftGarage 2 ай бұрын

I think you'll be fine to leave the filter this time around if it was changed 13k miles ago. Thanks for watching! 👍

@RikardoPalacios 5 ай бұрын

Would replacing the filters and oil with new ones cause for it to not shift at all? Getting codes P0868 (low pressure) and P0826 (up/down shift switch)

@TrickShiftGarage 5 ай бұрын

I don't think replacing the fluid and filter would be the cause outright. What you can do is check the fluid level to make sure it's correct though. If that doesn't help I'd take it to a reputable transmission shop and have them check it out. Thanks for watching! 👍

@user-pv6gs7xg5s 2 ай бұрын

i found out that the nissan altima 2010 i have has not had a transmission fluid change and its at 200,000 miles its never been flushed nor changed. Should I just change it ? I know taht flushing it now would cause slippage in my clutch but I just watched chrisfixit and he said depending on my transmission fluid look (im assuming its going to look black) i should just do a change which he said just drain the pan underneath and fill up what i drained back into the transmission and thats all. what are your thoughts on this ? should I change it ?

@TrickShiftGarage 2 ай бұрын

Yeah, exactly that, do a simple drain and fill a couple times and that should replace most of the fluid. Thanks for watching! 🙂

@betoparedes5938 Жыл бұрын

Hi, Regards from Mexico, I have a question what is the torque then used to carter nuts to not leak oil the carter... thanks

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Hi there. Are you talking about how much torque to tighten the drain plug when putting it back on?

@Playstation_Sony Жыл бұрын

how do you know if you need to change it. I have 200k miles. it bucks like a bull when trying to accelerate slow but when just stepping on the gas it takes off normal.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Hmmm, that is weird but so are these CVTs lol! If I was you in that situation, I would change the fluid out at least and see if that helps with the bucking. My guess is that the fluid has never been changed and it's badly degraded at this point. You can also add some Seafoam Trans Tune and see if that helps any. Basically just add it to the transmission just like you would with the regular transmission fluid. I hope this helps, let us know if you have anymore questions, thanks for watching! 👍

@AngelMorales-mc8rp Жыл бұрын

I added a little bit of regular ATF on my Nissan. Can do I flush and add the regular fluid think I’ll be fine, I haven’t drove it

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Oh man, that's not good. I'd play it safe and drain all the fluid out, and refill it with the correct CVT fluid. Hopefully, it doesn't affect anything long term. Good luck! 👍

@vhinz9514 Жыл бұрын

What the best way check the fluid level. Engine on or engine off? Because if I check while my engine on, it’s too low but if it’s off the fluid is on the right level.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

You're supposed to check it with the engine on and the transmission fluid hot. Drive it around for 30 minutes or so and that should warm the transmission fluid up enough. Hope this helps, thanks for watching! 👍

@lluna9357 Ай бұрын

hello if anyone can help, how often are you supposed to add transmission fluid and how often am I supposed to do a transmission oil change. I have a nissan altima 2007 2.5 cvt transmission, it has been about a year since I hd a new transmission (used) installed into my car

@TrickShiftGarage Ай бұрын

Every 30k miles is a good place to start. Nissan recommends something like 60k miles but that leads to more degradation to the CVT. As far as adding fluid, only add fluid if the transmission fluid level is low, you never want to overfill any transmission. You can use CVT transmission fluid that is specified for Nissans NS-2. Hope this helps thanks for watching! 👍

@kylonfite9094 3 ай бұрын

I’m afraid that if I did this, would my transmission seize up?

@leisurelife2487 8 ай бұрын

Hi. Please tell me where is the dip stick is it under the car or inside the hood top ? Thanks aye

@TrickShiftGarage 8 ай бұрын

Hi, the dipstick is inside the hood top. Here's a video to better show you: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7Oofcye267OmmQ.html

@leisurelife2487 8 ай бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage Thank you sir.

@bradleywu7724 Жыл бұрын

Where can I find the fluid capacity for 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 s?? Thank you

@TrickShiftGarage 13 күн бұрын

You should be able to find it in your owners manual. Let me know if you do! 🤟

@teamkelbin299 9 ай бұрын

I have a 2012 Nissan Altima coupe. Was told that I had a small leak in my transmission fluid. My car started feeling like it was going to stall this morning and started jerking. Could that be the issue.? Maybe I’m out of transmission fluid ?

@dougbell512 3 ай бұрын

I am curious, what happened? I assume you checked your fluid and found your problem, by now, right?

@WorldBestDancers Жыл бұрын

For a 2011 3.5 how much liters for transmision fluid

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Not sure for the V6 CVT capacity, sorry! What you can do is measure how much transmission fluid came out and then pour the same amount of fresh fluid in there. Hope this helps!

@marcdaquina5472 Жыл бұрын

Would you recommend adding the trans tune fluid with the new trans fluid?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Yes, thanks for watching Marc! 👍

@steel52731 2 жыл бұрын

Can you make a video on how to change the Fuel injector for a 2007 to 2012 Nissan Altima

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! Thank you for the suggestion John. We'll probably get started on it once the weather warms up a bit, still frigid over here. Thanks for watching! 👍

@marcdaquina5472 2 жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage And also how to change your struts and shock, and power steering fluid?

@banthatracks_gaffisticks Жыл бұрын

How to remove the transmission fluid dipstick?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Got you covered buddy! 😊 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7Oofcye267OmmQ.html

@kiaalashae5904 Жыл бұрын

Could this be an issue if your car goes in gear but won’t move ? The wrong fluids were in there ?..

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

It's possible it's the wrong fluid but more than likely your fluid level could be very low. Start by checking the fluid level. Here's a video to show how to do that. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o7Oofcye267OmmQ.html Thanks for watching! 👍

@leedclinton5026 2 ай бұрын

Is the 2005 Nissan Altima a CVT transmission?

@TrickShiftGarage 2 ай бұрын

No CVT, it has a regular automatic transmission, either 4 or 5 speed. Thanks for watching! 🙂

@carminh7088 10 ай бұрын

All I need is my transmission fluid check Nissan dealership when help me they told me to get it check is on the $500 and I'm disabled 😭

@Vonn6ix 11 ай бұрын

when loosening the drain plug you turned it clockwise? I’m having a hard time getting it off

@TrickShiftGarage 11 ай бұрын

Counter-clockwise or lefty loosey 😉

@joshuausher3429 Ай бұрын

Should i change my fluid 2010 maxima 119k just got i dont know have it been changed

@TrickShiftGarage Ай бұрын

I would change the fluid as soon as possible and start changing it every 30k miles for maximum longevity. CVTs do not like dirty fluid. Hope this helps, thanks for watching! 👍

@affandih 8 ай бұрын

I wonder what it called at 0:14? So I should not use any jack stand.

@martixagent 7 ай бұрын

Vehicle ramp

@cricketycrickets3141 Жыл бұрын

Is this 6 quarts in a 6 cylinder? Or do they all have the same transmission?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

No, this is a 4 cylinder but I would start with just 5 quarts and then check the level once it's all warmed up. I ended up using 6 quarts myself but I started at 5. Thanks again for watching! 🙂

@pierrejackson1830 Жыл бұрын

Do you have a video for a 2018 Nissan versa

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately we don't. But found a video that does pretty well explaining the process for your Versa: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/nKx-Y9WBqJaalKM.html Thanks for watching! 👍

@ayitzdyl5822 9 ай бұрын

What if my Altima didn’t come with a dipstick? Or has my dipstick broken

@TrickShiftGarage 9 ай бұрын

You'll have to take it to the dealership and have them check it unfortunately. Thanks for watching 👍

@scottcarpenter8434 Жыл бұрын

What about the filter? You have to change filter when doing the fluid.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

You don't have to change it but it's highly recommended. I changed the filter and fluid in this video: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lceEjdlk1MmpZ4U.html Thanks for watching Scott! 🙂

@cricketycrickets3141 Жыл бұрын

Did you stick that funnel in where the dipstick came out of? Can you change oil this way too?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Yes, I stuck a slim funnel into the dipstick tube of the transmission to fill with fluid. The transmission doesn't have a cap like the engine oil does, so you just use the dipstick tube. For engine oil, there's an oil cap on top of the engine. You'll take the cap off and pour engine oil in that way, here's a video of how to change engine oil: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/q5hgeJSf05zMaYk.html Hope this helps, thanks for watching! 👍

@bewinv.v4756 Жыл бұрын

I brought a Nissan Altima 2008 with 78000 km. Recently changed air filter and cabin filter. What are important works I have to do at this mileage ? Please reply.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Congrats on your Altima! I'd look into getting the CVT fluid and filters changed out (there are 2 filters) as soon as you can and every 48000 km (30k miles) going forward. CVTs are very sensitive to dirty fluid. Other than that, keep up with the oil changes every 4800 km (3k miles) and tire rotations every 12000 km (7.5k miles) and it should give you many trouble free miles. Thanks for watching! 😊

@bewinv.v4756 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage Thank you so much for the reply

@MetallicBathBombs 10 ай бұрын

I have a 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5L, if I don’t know the last time the transmission fluid was ever changed should I just leave it alone, or is it okay to change it

@TrickShiftGarage 10 ай бұрын

It's okay to change it. CVT's need fresh fluid often so a good target is every 30k miles. Thanks for watching! 👍

@MetallicBathBombs 10 ай бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarageok thank you I’m gonna use the Nissan fluid. I didn’t know cuz I saw some things on the internet saying changing the transmission fluid after a long time can cause it to start slipping so thank you

@TrickShiftGarage 10 ай бұрын

Nissan Fluid is perfect for it. If there's nothing wrong with your transmission changing the fluid regularly should help to keep it running strong for many miles to come. Good luck!

@Hwolf777 11 ай бұрын

I just changed mine in my 2011 Altima 2.5 at 112,000 it has never been changed and had a lot of metallic in the pan do you think I have some life left in the cvt?

@carterg532 4 ай бұрын

Hey I’ve got an ‘11 2.5 s too with 109k, did yours turn out okay after the oil change?? Any improvement?

@lulFredooo 2 ай бұрын

yo i did the same and depends on the color dude it’s it’s like black tar dark then it’s cooked that’s mostly from the clutch wheel disk and with the old oil it still has the material in it so the disk have friction, but now that u changed it to brand new oil its all slippery and the disk have no more material on them so ur transmission could slip easier. cvts go out randomly tbh but maintain a certain speed don’t go from fast to slow fast slow and slowly accelerate to get fast

@lulFredooo 2 ай бұрын

if it was brownish u should be fine that’s how it should look when ur suppose to change it bright pink and red means it’s clean

@ronishamccoy9827 2 ай бұрын

What if your oil is black? Also said I was low on oil but I’m not sure if I should change it too or just add more in?

@TrickShiftGarage 2 ай бұрын

If it's black then it's definitely time to change it. And add some fluid now until you can change the fluid out completely. Thanks for watching! 👍

@mau2mau Ай бұрын

I was told that if it's a certain color, you shouldn't change it because it could mess up the transmission (I don't think there was really a solution). Thoughts?

@TrickShiftGarage Ай бұрын

I recommend changing the CVT fluid on these cars every 30k miles, they get real touchy when the fluid becomes dirty and old which will lead to bigger problems down the road.

@chancebeals7861 10 ай бұрын

I have a 2012 Nissan Altima 2.5 that has close to 143,000 miles. I just noticed it doing jerking or doing a hard shift when I try to accelerate after a complete stop and it’s mainly when it reaches 20-30 mph. Does it sound like a fluid change is needed or something worse?

@bosspage419 8 ай бұрын

Hi did you find out that problem???

@chinmaydash1181 8 ай бұрын

It May be the ignition coil

@robertoperez2843 8 ай бұрын

Hey man, wanted to check in cause my nissan is doing the same. That being said, I got 230k (highway miles)

@chinmaydash1181 8 ай бұрын

@robertoperez2843 hi brother, it could be the cvt transmission fluid, you should check it out, if it's like a brownish color you should replace it

@user-ty2jt8xy1i 6 ай бұрын

Hey man my 08 2.5 has 221k miles on it and recently started to do this. Did it get worse or did you fix it?

@jermaineallen7450 Жыл бұрын

Hey I have Nissan cube and I am looking to do my own fluid change how many QT of transmission fluid will I need ?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Hey Jermaine, it takes about 4.5 quarts of CVT fluid. Thanks for watching! 👍

@jermaineallen7450 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage no problem and thank you

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

You're welcome

@jermaineallen7450 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage That is not drain torque converter ?….I will be also be drop the pan and change both filter .

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Right, there's still transmission fluid in the torque converter.

@RenWater Жыл бұрын

I like the license plate

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ren! 🙂👍

@kaylabarber2344 2 жыл бұрын

So mines act like it doesn’t want to accelerate I see that the transmission fluid does need to be changed could that be the only issue

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Hello Kayla! I think it could be as simple as a fluid change to get you rolling again. If you have any more questions about it, just let us know. Thanks for watching! 🙂

@Stevendagr8 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage Can you take one quart out and add one of the Castrol? in other words can you mix with whatever it has in it already? Thanks In advance

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Yes, that's fine to mix as long as it is compatible with Nissan NS-2 fluid. Thanks for watching! 👍

@alexquezada510 9 ай бұрын

What was your issue?

@Hawkins1 7 ай бұрын

How has the Nissan been with that fluid. I've heard locally that anything other than OEM can be bad on the engine. Is the Castrol stuff treating you right?

@TrickShiftGarage 7 ай бұрын

So far so good! I have heard similar things on the Castrol CVT fluid but its been running fine for me and I've been driving with it for a year and a half now 🙂

@Hawkins1 7 ай бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage Thanks for commenting. I have a '09 with 191k miles. No tx fluid changes and was planning on running til transmission/engine died. I just got the P1778 code (Stepper Motor). I am going to put the $150 in to fix it (part + oil) and see if it works but I didn't want to buy $100+ of oem tx fluid if its not going to work. I am OG owner and so I got my use out of it -- this was the last hurrah to try to squeeze another year or two out of it. The Castrol is like $25 for 5 qts which is $10-20 cheaper per quart than other fluids/OEM.

@headymurphy112 4 ай бұрын

@@Hawkins1did it fix your issue with the car I got the same code

@Hawkins1 4 ай бұрын

@@headymurphy112 no it didnt. I changed the part twice to no avail. Car is now at the junk yard

@louofm1 Ай бұрын

Genuine Nissan NS2 fluid is about $27/qt now, which absolutely ridiculous. My first two fluid replacements were done at the dealer where they replaced about 12 qts (the entire system). Now that I'm out of warranty, I'm going to do these drain and fills (along with one the paper filter and the metal strainer). However, it will be the 5-6 qt drain and fill. Genuine fluid is clear to light green tint, in color. I believe it's made by Idemitsu (CVT Type N) and is id the same color. If your Nissan uses NS3, there is another Idemitsu CVT fluid type to use. Idemitsu brand is less than half the cost of Nissan fluid. Also, Valvoline makes a synthetic CVT fluid which I believe is both NS2 and NS3 compatible. I think it's a similar clear color. Make sure you get it in the blue and not red bottles (not sure the color fluid in the red bottles). This stuff is also at least half the cost of Genuine Nissan brand.

@chaquipherrera4340 Жыл бұрын

How many qt for Nisan Altima 2007

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Start with 5 quarts and then check the dipstick to see if it's full. I ended up using 6 but a lot of people have used only 5 quarts, so start with 5 and add a 1/2 quart at a time until it's showing full. Hope this helps, Thanks for watching! 👍

@fernbm8653 3 ай бұрын

How much liters does it need?

@TrickShiftGarage 3 ай бұрын

Start with 4.7 liters (5 quarts) and check and fill if necessary. Thanks for watching 🙂

@xanny7373 Жыл бұрын

my nissan has really high miles is it still recommended to change it or just to let it die out? I know on normal auto trans after a certain point you shouldn’t flush it but not sure if that applies to cvt. i’m at 266k miles

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Hi Xanny! I think you'll be fine to change the fluid as long as there are no underlying issues with your CVT. Our Altima has over 200k miles and we changed it with no issues afterwards. It actually felt like it "shifted" better than before. Hope this helps, thanks for watching! 👍

@needtau4138 Жыл бұрын

@TrickShiftGarage nearing the 200k mark currently around 190k, should I change the transmission fluid? No issues or weird sounds at all coming from the transmission so far since the car was babied to heck. Should I do it for maintenance or leave it as is?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

I would change the fluid and both filters. CVT fluid condition is vital for a long life. If you have any questions, feel free to ask! Thanks for watching! 👍

@wkl3614 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2008 nissan maxima. I took my car to get a transmission fluid change with the filter . When everything was put back . My car wouldn’t go into gears any idea of what could of happened? Mechanic has blocked my number as well so I’m left with an issue he caused I need help or answers

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Im sorry to hear that 😔 I'm guessing they didn't put enough (or any fluid) back into the CVT... Check the fluid level and top it off as necessary. If it's full and it still won't go into gears, you'll have to get it towed to a transmission shop or Nissan Dealership. Hope this helps, good luck! 🙂

@Lhostel 3 ай бұрын

🤔 mine doesn’t have a drain plug.

@TrickShiftGarage 3 ай бұрын

Interesting, Idk why Nissan removed the drain plug for a couple years and then added it back later. Thanks for watching 👍

@pdavis4436 Жыл бұрын

What if my pan doesn't have that nut on it.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

We got you! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/Y69ieZt-ste8mGQ.html Thanks for watching! 😎

@jesserobles3507 10 ай бұрын

I have a 2012 Nissan Altima now, and It only has 82,721 miles with no transmission problems. Have you had any problems with the transmission often you did the oil change? Cause Some people tell me not to change it.

@TrickShiftGarage 10 ай бұрын

Hi Jesse! I've had no transmission problems after changing the fluid. I usually try my best to follow Nissan's maintenance guide. For the CVT fluid I change it right around 30k miles and have had no issues happen because I changed it. Hope this helps 😊

@hillbillyredneckify Жыл бұрын

i hope that didnt have a spout on that drain like my tranny pan does.

@kevantarmstrong 10 ай бұрын

Do i have to change the filter as well

@TrickShiftGarage 6 ай бұрын

It is highly recommended you change the filter with the fluid. A clogged filter can be more disastrous than dirty fluid!

@andrewpal520 14 күн бұрын

I tried to buy a filter from the dealer and a mechanic came out to talk to me he said that they don't change the filter when they do a cvt oil change.

@TrickShiftGarage 13 күн бұрын

Yeah, I've heard the same from other comments online. Nissan dealers do not service the transmissions, in their eyes, changing the filter is not a thing unfortunately.

@stopitstepbro Жыл бұрын

My 2010 nissan altima has a sealed CVT transmission. No dipstick either. So how come this video says 2007-2012 when mine can’t be done.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Hi Diego! Nissan told me the same when I bought it new in 2007. I've learned over the years of ownership that these are not sealed. Nissan even gave my model year a drain plug for the CVT. The fluid should get changed on these CVTs every 60k miles. I think Nissan used that as a selling point which probably contributed to these transmissions failing a lot, everyone thought there was no maintenance required. Thanks for watching! 🙂

@agraitlopez4485 Жыл бұрын

So what is different with a 2009

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Most of the 2009 models didn't have the drain plug on the transmission pan, so you would have to drop the pan in order to drain the fluid. Thanks for watching! 👍

@indicasativa8542 3 ай бұрын

That copper washer is called a crush washer and should be replaced every time you change the fluid.

@TrickShiftGarage 3 ай бұрын

Yes, indeed! Thanks for watching and commenting 🙂

@ElPalo. Жыл бұрын

Bruh your oil looked 10x cleaner then my burnt looking oil 😂 Edit: is 9k miles without a Transmission oil change bad?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Yeah it wasn't too bad 😂 No that's not bad, it's actually really good lol. Usually, Nissan CVTs need a fluid change every 30k miles, they're not like the traditional automatics where you can go 80-100k miles between fluid changes. Thanks for watching bro! 👍

@ElPalo. Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage ok thanks ur a life saver

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! 👍

@southlandacademy Жыл бұрын

Isn't their a filter ???

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Yes, we have a video on changing the filter out right here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lceEjdlk1MmpZ4U.html Thanks for watching! 👍

@kennethlesley Жыл бұрын

why is the 2009 altima excluded?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Most of the 2009's didn't have a drain plug. If your Altima has one then this video should work fine for you. Thanks for watching! 👍

@kennethlesley Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage thank you. It does have one.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Sweet! It makes this job much more... manageable lol. Let us know if you have anymore questions 🙂

@Selfmade_sleepie_TV Жыл бұрын

Why not use Nissan brand i heard if not it will mess ya transmission overtime

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Nissan Brand is good to use also. At the time of changing the fluid here the Nissan flyid was much more expensive and harder to find than the Castrol fluid. The Castrol fluid has been fine since changing to it, no issues so far. Thanks for watching Sleepie! 🙂

@louofm1 Ай бұрын

@leondeldesierto4650 Жыл бұрын

Filter?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

The filter is replaced in this video 😉 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/lceEjdlk1MmpZ4U.html

@omegaman7241 Жыл бұрын

why exclude 2009?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Not all 2009 models had drain plugs. If yours does have a drain plug, then this video should help you. Thanks for watching Omega! 👍

@Bassmaster784 Жыл бұрын

It’s 4.9 quarts and you need to change both filters

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bassmaster! 😊

@johnlariccia4721 2 жыл бұрын

Why excluding 2009? Thanks

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, 2009 models don't have drain plugs for their transmission pans.

@johnlariccia4721 2 жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage Ok. thank you

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, thank for watching! 👍

@jigs8437 Жыл бұрын

What about rogue??

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

What year Rogue?

@jigs8437 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage 2015

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Overall, it's similar. Here's a good video explaining what to do for your Rogue. Hope it helps! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oN-fhLKltbm8qJ8.html

@andrewpal520 14 күн бұрын

That copper crush washer needs to be replaced every time.

@TrickShiftGarage 13 күн бұрын

Yes, absolutely missed that, it's always a good idea. Thanks for watching! 👍

@levicrile7588 2 жыл бұрын

This car calls for 6 quarts ??

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Levi! That's what I ended up using. I started with pouring 5 quarts and measured the fluid level, pouring half a quart at a time. When I finally got a good level, I ended up with 6. The internet seems to be all over the place with this, so definitely go with whatever your dipstick says. Thanks for watching! 👍

@theresahoffman8408 2 жыл бұрын

6 quarts for drain plug drawing, much more if you have a dry, new trani.

@juniourmasika460 2 жыл бұрын

Is 4 liters enough

@TrickShiftGarage 2 жыл бұрын

You can try 4 liters but I think you'll be alittle under. Just make sure to check the fluid level at operating temperature. If it's low add another .5 liter and check again until it's near the top of cross-hatched area.

@marcdaquina5472 2 жыл бұрын

Will it hurt the transmission if you overfill it?

@michaelschmitz8028 Жыл бұрын

I can personally attest not all 2010s have plugs. Maybe a mid year change?

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

I assume that's what happened, I can't answer the why though, you'll have to ask Nissan that question. Thanks for watching Michael! 👍

@michaelschmitz8028 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage thanks for the clear and concise content! I recently picked up a 2010 altima. Your videos are a great resource.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Awesome congrats man! Glad our videos are helping! 😁 These are great cars (mine has over 200k miles and still going)... as long as you keep the CVT happy with fluid changes you'll get plenty of miles out of it.

@michaelschmitz8028 Жыл бұрын

@@TrickShiftGarage I got it at 140K, was unsure if the fluid was ever changed. So I did pan filter and cartridge filter last night. You made getting the cartridge filter out look easy. Lol. I wasnt quite as smooth but got it done. Subbing for all the help.

@TrickShiftGarage Жыл бұрын

Haha! Yeah it was fun getting to that top inner bolt on the cartridge filter. A swivel 10 mm socket helped a lot on that bolt lol. And good idea changing the fluid and filters right out of the gate! I would have done the same thing. Thanks for subscribing, we have more Altima videos to come so stay tuned 😉

@MoiMoi-pv2be 5 ай бұрын

NS2 only for altima

@TrickShiftGarage 5 ай бұрын

Yes, for this generation 07-12 models. Double check your owners manual to be 100% sure. Thanks for watching! 👍

@Stevespecs 7 ай бұрын

I think it’s terrible on Nissans dealers saying that there are no filters for the cvt. The service mgr. had the audacity to lie to my face, Nissan corp. needs to address this, or they are going to lose many customers

@TrickShiftGarage 7 ай бұрын

Agreed 100% Thanks for watching! 👍

@haroldhirhalin1493 9 ай бұрын

Should the engine be running or should the engine be off when checking the transmission fluid your videos are not thorough, subscribe I think not

@TrickShiftGarage 9 ай бұрын

Sorry! The engine should be running while checking the fluid level. Thanks for watching! 👍

@twelvepercentitalian2511 23 күн бұрын

Change your CVT transmission fluid every 30k miles. Do not let it go over.

@dranb7074 4 ай бұрын

With the horrible reputation CVT’s have I wouldn’t ever use anything other than Nissan Brand CVT fluid. Also if your Nissan had a CVT in it and it’s got 130k plus miles on it and the fluid had never been changed..DO NOT CHANGE IT. Changing it can actually cause the transmission to fail, esp if you have 150k plus miles do not drain all the fluid and change it at one time. If you do there’s a 50/50 change you’ll shit can the transmission. They quit making those particular CVT’s for a reason lol.