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How often should the variator be serviced?

Nissan CVT

According to the regulations, the lubricant in the Nissan variator must be changed after 60 thousand kilometers. So keep an eye on the meter. In addition, the following characteristic signs may indicate the need for replacement:

• Jerking when starting to move due to the accumulation of metal shavings on the pressure reducing valve.
• Jamming causes mismatched operation of cone-shaped pulleys.
• Increasing the operating temperature of the lubricant inside the continuously variable transmission.
• Extraneous noise while driving.
• Old oil and accumulated wear products contribute to bearing noise.

CVT design

The operating conditions of a continuously variable transmission (road surface characteristics, time of year, driving style) determine its service life - up and down.

In practice, it is recommended to change the CVT fluid every 30-40 thousand km.

In parallel with changing the oil, it is necessary to install a new fine filter and clean the pan. During the first maintenance, the coarse filter is simply washed and replaced. On used cars, it becomes necessary to clean the chip-catching magnets.

Replacing the variator oil fine filter

vasvi

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Greetings!
As you know, our variator oil fine filter is supposedly maintenance-free. The service procedures do not contain any recommendations for replacing it. We all know what such “extended” lack of maintenance leads to. Filter catalog number: 31726-3XX0A Catalog number of the filter flask sealing ring: 31526-3VX0A (for 2.0 and 1.6). For 1.2 - 31526-3JX1B I decided to take a look and see the condition of the filter on my car with a mileage of 16t.km. The mileage is quite low, so I was hoping to see a fairly clean filter. Access to the filter is very good from below. To remove the filter you need a 10 mm spanner:

We wipe clean all the dust and dirt under the flask to collect the drained oil in a clean container. When unscrewing, about 90-100 ml of oil is drained. The condition of the filter turned out to be not at all great: And this is only for 16t.km. With my fairly calm driving, I rarely fire it up. The filter is not just black, there is a decent layer of friction products on its surface.

Filter size: length 63 mm, diameter 37 mm. Most likely, in addition to the above catalog number, 31726-3JX0A is also suitable, which has exactly the same dimensions and shape (photos are in Google images):

The sealing ring is tricky; it has a rigid metal cage to which a rubber ring is welded. The dimensions of this part are 64*52*2.5mm. If you try to replace it with a regular rubber ring, then something like 64*59*2.5 will probably do, but since the groove for the gasket does not limit the internal diameter, the gasket can be squeezed out of the space allocated for it. Therefore, it is better to use the original one.

I didn’t have a new gasket or a new filter, so everything was put back to the original one. The drained oil after settling was poured back through the pipe from above:

If you want to add new oil, catalog numbers NS-3: 999MPNS300P - 1l, KLE5300004 - 4l, KE90999943 - 5l, KE90999943R - 5l.

Ordered 31526-3VX0A - 97 rubles, 31726-3JX0A - 415 rubles. As soon as they arrive, I will change it immediately and in the future I will change it every 15 thousand km. I plan to change the oil itself every 30 thousand km. —Added 09/27/2016—

New filter codes: Original - 31726-28X0A. 31726-3JX0A and 317263XX0A are also suitable - analogues that have very similar sizes and shapes.

—Added 11/27/2016—

The second filter replacement at 30.5t.km showed that the second filter installed was much cleaner than the first (although the replacement intervals were the same). Apparently, the first filter gets the products of running in the variator. In general, I can recommend the first filter replacement at 15 thousand km, and then every 30 thousand km. I plan to change the variator oil at 60t.km.

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Replaced the filter today. To replace it, I used a filter with catalog number 31726-3JX0A, since it is impossible to buy 31726-3XX0A.

31726-3JX0A cannot be said to be the same, there are minor differences in appearance. In addition, it turned out to be 0.5-1.0mm longer than the old one. Maybe after installation in the flask it shrinks by this amount? But despite this, the filter began working without any problems, and the flask closed without any significant additional effort.

I didn’t have a camera on hand, so the pictures weren’t very good.

When replacing I used the old o-ring, I will change it the next time I replace the filter.

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Simply reduce the amount of wear products in the system and the new filter will do its job better

In general, 365 rubles per filter is not a lot and you can change it along with the engine oil filter. Here it is with the slurry. You can take a liter for topping up, but with maintenance it’s almost 12,000 for oil alone

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If you change the device, then 12 liters are needed.

I wonder if you drop the tube coming from the variator into the radiator and start the car, how much oil will drain out. I changed it like this on an automatic transmission, took the tube off the radiator, extended it with a transparent tube so that you could see what was flowing through it, put the free end into a transparent container. I started the engine, black oil poured into the container, at this time I poured fresh oil through the hole for the dipstick , as soon as light oil poured into the container from the tube, it means the system was filled with fresh oil, turned off the engine, set the level on the dipstick, sucking out the excess with a syringe with a dropper tube attached. It would probably be possible to change the oil in our varicose as well, the main problem is the lack of a dipstick and the impossibility of setting the level in the usual way (using the dipstick), well, maybe you can’t do that on a varicose?

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If you change the device, then 12 liters are needed.

I wonder if you drop the tube coming from the variator into the radiator and start the car, how much oil will drain out. I changed it like this on an automatic transmission, took the tube off the radiator, extended it with a transparent tube so that you could see what was flowing through it, put the free end into a transparent container. I started the engine, black oil poured into the container, at this time I poured fresh oil through the hole for the dipstick , as soon as light oil poured into the container from the tube, it means the system was filled with fresh oil, turned off the engine, set the level on the dipstick, sucking out the excess with a syringe with a dropper tube attached. It would probably be possible to change the oil in our varicose as well, the main problem is the lack of a dipstick and the impossibility of setting the level in the usual way (using the dipstick), well, maybe you can’t do that on a varicose?

Which oil to choose for Nissan cars?

The original oil in the Nissan variator has the following markings: CVT NS-1, CVT NS-2, CVT NS-3. NS-1 is a first generation synthetic designed for Jatco continuously variable transmissions. It is poured into the boxes of Nissan cars produced before 2006 - Primera, Cube, March, etc.

NS-2 was developed for Hyper CVT gearboxes installed on cars after 2006 - Qashqai, X-Trail, Teana, Murano, Note, etc.

NS-3 will be required for 2012-2013 cars. release with continuously variable transmission. Used for the following Nissan models - Pathfinder, Teana, Serena, Altima.

Other manufacturers of CVT oil

Filling a Nissan CVT with non-original fluid is a risky undertaking. Incompatibility with factory lubricant, lack of necessary additives affects the service life of the box, and its repair is an expensive procedure. There are several analog options on sale that have proven themselves among Nissan car owners:

Idemitsu CVTF - designed for Jatco CVTs. In the list of relevant fluids, the manufacturer indicates the entire line of Nissan transmission fluids. Ravenol CVTF NS2/J1 Fluid is an oil of German origin, designed for use in JF010E and JF011E CVTs. A distinctive feature is green color. Nissan models for which the fluid is designed are Qashqai (Dualis), X-Trail, Serena, Lafesta. Febi Bilstein CVT is another German brand that is officially supplied to the Mercedes-Benz auto concern. The manufacturer claims the oil is compatible with original fluids for Nissan CVTs.

CVT Jatco JF15

Transmission oil for variator Nissan Qashqai J10 RE0F10A/JF011E

The variable gearbox RE0F10A(JF011E) was installed on all-wheel drive models of the first generation Nissan Qashqai J10, equipped with a 2-liter engine. Accordingly, in this case, the Qashqai J10 variator oil can be selected according to CVT NS-2 or CVT NS-3 tolerances. The thing is that initially this CVT was filled with transmission fluid with the CVT NS-2 specification. However, with the advent of the improved CVT NS-3 approval, the Japanese automaker is giving car owners an independent choice. All we can do is give examples of the original Nissan CVT NS-2 and Nissan CVT NS-3 oils of the same name. And also mention the analogues of TOTACHI ATF CVT MULTI-TYPE and Molygreen CVT.

How to extend the life of a variator?

The resource of Nissan CVTs is very limited, so the question of extending it is quite appropriate. The following recommendations can be given:

• In winter, the car must warm up; you should not move away without warming up.
• The sensors need to be checked periodically and cleaned if necessary; errors generated by the on-board computer should not be ignored.
• When servicing the variator, it is necessary to clean the radiator.
• It is advisable to completely replace the lubricant in the CVT; add it only when a low level is detected.
• The driving style should be calm - sharp accelerations and prolonged driving at high speed shorten the service life of the variator.
• You should not use a car with a CVT to tow other vehicles.

Fine filters for Nissan variator

The storage conditions for transmission fluid must be strictly observed. It is better to carry out lubricant replacement work indoors to prevent debris from entering.

Filters must be changed after 60,000 km.

Checking the oil level in a Nissan continuously variable transmission

How to check the lubrication in a Nissan Qashqai variator? An important condition is that the engine must be warmed up (up to 50-80 degrees), since an error in both directions can seriously affect the operation of the car. In the hot season, after a trip, you need to let the engine sit for a while.

If a low oil level is detected, you need to find the reason - probably a leak in the continuously variable transmission. Color and smell are two factors to pay attention to. Dark oil with a burnt smell is a signal for diagnosing and repairing the variator. The presence of chips in the oil indicates the need to replace the radiator and flush its tube.

Step by step description

The sequence of actions when checking the oil in the CVT Nissan Qashqai is as follows:

• The car is installed on a flat surface. The engine does not turn off.
• With the brake pedal pressed, the selector position is changed - PRND. The change interval is 5-10 seconds. The lever is moved to position P, the brake pedal is released.
• The dipstick is removed from the filler neck (you need to press the latch). The neck itself is marked with the word Transmission or CVT.

Nissan CVT dipstick latch

• The dipstick is wiped dry with a rag and returned to its place. The latch must not be latched.
• After repeated removal, the position of the oil drop will indicate the oil level in the variator.

Normally, the spot should be at the hot level. Other designations on the probe are possible (for example, full, max, etc.). After checking, the probe returns to its place and the latch snaps into place.

Correct placement of the variator dipstick when checking the level

Instructions

Changing the oil in the Nissan Qashqai J11 and J10 variator is carried out in a similar way, because the design of the transmission itself is similar. Sequence of actions at home:

1. Warm up the car to normal operating temperature. To do this, just drive a little along the street as usual, 10-15 km is enough.
2. Drive the car into the garage, place it on a viewing hole or a lift. Turn off the engine.
3. Remove the engine protection.
4. Start the engine again. Alternately switch the variator lever in all positions with a delay of 5-10 seconds. Then leave the selector in the parking position (P).
5. Without turning off the engine, assess the oil level in the variator (read how to do this above).
6. Turn off the engine and put the dipstick in place, but do not snap it into place. This is necessary so that the system is not airtight. When communicating with air, the liquid will merge faster and more efficiently.
7. Unscrew the drain plug, not forgetting to place a large container under it. The waste will be about 6-7 liters, you need to take this into account when choosing an empty container. It is convenient if the volume of oil drained from the box can be measured. Then it will be clear how much fresh liquid to fill.
8. Wait until the oil drains. This usually takes no more than 20 minutes.
9. At this time, you can start replacing the heat exchanger (oil cooler) filter of the variator. Remove it, and also, if possible, remove and wash or replace the variator cooling radiator.
10. When all the used oil has poured out, tighten the drain plug.
11. Remove the transmission pan. It is important to note that it contains a small amount of oil - about 400 ml. Therefore, it should be removed extremely carefully. Otherwise, all the oil will spill and may get on your hands and clothes.
12. The pan should be thoroughly cleaned of thickened residues of old oil. Any cleaning liquid or solvent will be useful here. You also need to clean the gaskets and remove metal shavings from the two magnets. A variator, like no other type of gearbox, is especially susceptible to metal shavings. Therefore, this replacement step should not be neglected.
13. Change the coarse filter. Replace the pan seal. Dry the tray itself and put it in place. It is secured with bolts. It is important to take into account that the threads on them easily break off, and the lid itself, if it is tightened too much, becomes deformed. Therefore, tighten the pallet bolts without applying excessive force.
14. Change the copper washer on the drain plug. Replace the plug and tighten it.
15. Using a funnel, pour fresh oil into the variator through the oil dipstick hole. Its volume should be equal to the volume of the drained one.
16. After changing the oil, you should evaluate the level using the dipstick as described above. If it turns out to be less than needed, then add more. Overfilling is also undesirable, so if the level is exceeded, the excess should be pumped out with a syringe with a rubber tube.

The described method allows you to partially change the oil in the variator. A complete replacement is carried out using the replacement method - when the old oil is replaced by a new one. To do this, you can fork out for an additional amount of oil and repeat the procedure. It is better to do this in 2-3 days, driving the car as usual. However, the regulations state that a partial replacement, in which 60-70% of the fluid is changed, is sufficient for the normal functioning of the variator. It is important to change all the specified filters, clean the pan and magnets. If this is not done, the effectiveness of fresh oil and the replacement procedure in general will decrease.

Also, after replacement, you should use a diagnostic scanner to reset all transmission errors, as well as reset the oil aging counter. It's good if you have your own scanner. If not, then the procedure will be carried out at any computer diagnostic center.

Why is this necessary? On the forums there is an opinion that the performance of the oil pump depends on the indicators of the meter. However, in fact, its operation is influenced not by numbers, but by the conditions of use. You need to reset the indicators so that the machine does not signal the need for service.

What to do if the oil level is higher or lower than required?

If the oil level in the continuously variable transmission is below the permissible level, topping up will be required. In this case, only oil of equivalent characteristics is used. To test the product, you can mix a drop of old and new oils. Precipitation and a change in color indicate that the liquid selected for refilling cannot be used.

Excess oil can be pumped out through the dipstick hole.

Since overfilling is undesirable, it is necessary to check the dipstick when bringing the oil level to normal. If the level is higher than acceptable, pumping will be required. For this, a syringe with a rubber tube is used. The tip must be clean to prevent debris from getting into the box. Pumping is similarly controlled using a probe.

The Korean manufacturer's regulations state that the oil change in the Nissan Qashqai gearbox with a CVT must be done at least every 60 thousand kilometers. However, the Qashqai has an overly sensitive transmission.

It endures especially “painfully” poor-quality road surfaces, as well as off-road conditions. Such operating conditions negatively affect the condition of the mechanical transmission components and lead to their rapid wear. Therefore, owners of Kashkai cars with a CVT are advised to change the gearbox oil every 30 thousand.

Qashqai 1.6

• Gearbox in block with final drive, variator
• RE0F11A 1/1
• Volume 7.1 liter

Qashqai 2.0

• Gearbox in block with final drive, variator
• RE0F10A 1/1
• Volume 7.5 liter

• Set of pan gasket with internal filter
• External filter cartridge
• Bearing
• Pan gasket
• Drive belt
• Oil filter
• A couple of seals

Note: For cars with 2.0 l and 1.6 l, the gasket and filter are different

Engine oil Nissan Qashqai J10 1.6-2.0

For Qashqai gasoline engines, Nissan recommends using oils: - API quality level not lower than API SL, or higher class - SM, SN, SP. — ACEA quality level A1/B1, A3/B3, A3/B4, A5/B5, C2, C3. — Quality level according to ILSAC GF-3 or GF-4. Both have become obsolete and have been replaced by the GF-5, and are now (2021) in the process of being replaced by the ILSAC GF-6A.

Surely many will not understand anything from this mass of letters and numbers, and, in fact, for a specialist this translates as “Use motor oil. Any."

For those who do not understand, I recommend considering only three specifications from this list:

1. ACEA A3/B4 – provides the highest level of protection under high loads and has the greatest cleaning properties. Viscosity from 0W-30 to 10W-60.
2. ACEA A5/B5 – in comparison with 1, provides fuel economy due to reduced operating viscosity. Good cleaning properties. Viscosity 5W-30, 5W-20, 0W-30, 10W-30. I think it's the best choice.
3. ILSAC GF-5 (GF-6A) - oils primarily focused on achieving fuel efficiency. With frequent replacement intervals, they cope with their functions without problems. Thanks to the presence of special additives in ILSAC oils, it is with them that, most often, the engine runs quieter. Viscosity 0W-20, 5W-20, 0W-30, 5W-30, 10W-30.

The viscosity of the engine oil should be selected based on climatic and operating conditions. For most regions of Russia, oils with a viscosity of 5W-30 are suitable. For regions with harsh winters, it is more advisable to use 0W-*0 oils for better protection when starting the engine at very negative temperatures.

To change the oil in a 1.6 liter engine. HR16DE is enough for 4.3 liters.

For 2.0 l engine. MR20DE requires 4.4 liters of oil. Suitable oils can be selected in the store.

For trouble-free operation of the car, the engine oil change interval should not exceed 10,000 km. or once a year.

Consequences and symptoms of untimely replacement

If you do not change the oil on time, then serious problems with the quality operation of the variator cannot be avoided. The purpose of the lubricant is to lubricate the components of the box, and if it is not changed, the parts begin to rub against each other and their wear accelerates.

As a result, the transmission channels become clogged with metal shavings from the parts being ground in. This entails a drop in the pressure level in the variator, which subsequently negatively affects the functioning of the box as a whole.

Symptoms signaling the imminent failure of the variator:

• increasing the time period for warming up the box;
• drop in power plant power indicators;
• jerks and jolts when changing the position of the lever;
• drop in oil level.

Features of oil selection

Not only the correct operation of the variator, but also the overall performance of the crossover depends on whether the correct oil is selected for the automatic transmission. In order for a Nissan Qashqai with a CVT to please its owner for a long time, it is necessary to purchase exclusively products recommended by the manufacturer.

The best option would be Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2 oil. To change the oil in the variator, you need to stock up on two 4-liter cans of oil.

Timing for oil changes in Nissan automatic transmissions

According to the data specified in the technical regulations for replacing lubricants in the automatic transmission of a Nissan Qashqai, updating lubricants in an automatic transmission should be performed for the first time at around 60,000 kilometers. After the first change of lubricant in the gearbox of a Qashqai model car, subsequent updates can be carried out at intervals of 65,000 kilometers.

The manufacturer clarifies that when operating a vehicle in off-road conditions, it is worth changing the automatic transmission oil much earlier. Thus, when using a car in unfavorable conditions, it is recommended to change the lubricant in the gearbox at around 30,000 - 45,000 kilometers. This is due to the fact that in conditions of increased dustiness, the oil in the automatic transmission is used up faster.

The Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a hybrid automatic transmission. It is a mixture of a conventional automatic transmission and a CVT transmission. Therefore, such automatic transmissions are much more demanding on the quality of the lubricant used. This creates an effect in which the quality of the oil used determines how correctly and durable the gearbox will function.

Designers from Nissan recommend using exclusively original lubricants in the automatic transmission of the Qashqai model. The best option in terms of price and quality ratio is the NISSAN CVT Fluid NS-2 . In the oil magazine its index is KLE52-00004. This lubricant is most suitable for mixed driving, in which the car owner operates his car both in the city and outside it.

It is worth considering the fact that for the first change of lubricant in an automatic transmission you will need a much larger amount of oil. For the first shift, 8.5 liters of lubricant are required. Therefore, it is worth purchasing 3 canisters. Each canister of lubricant is 4 liters. By purchasing 3 cans, the car owner will certainly not use up all the lubricant. There is no need to worry about this because the remaining lubricant can be used during the next oil change procedure. Typically, the shelf life of the lubricant is not less than 12 months. Therefore, there is no need to worry about the car owner overpaying for unused lubricant.

Checking the lubricant level in the Nissan Qashqai automatic transmission

In a Nissan Qashqai car, when replacing lubricant, you will need from 8 liters to 8.5 liters, depending on whether this is the first time you have replaced the lubricant in the gearbox or not.

Before carrying out work to update the lubricant in the automatic transmission of a Qashqai model, it is necessary to check the level and condition of the oil in it. To do this, you need to follow the following instructions:

1. The first step is to park the car on a flat surface.
2. Then you need to start the engine and let it run for about 10-15 minutes at idle speed.
3. After this, you need to get into the car and press the brake pedal.
4. Then, with the brake pedal held down, switch the automatic transmission control lever to different positions one by one, and it is necessary to wait about 10-15 seconds after switching to the new mode.
5. After this, you need to move the gearbox control lever to position P, and then release the brake pedal.
6. Next, you need to get out of the car and open the hood of the car.
7. Under the hood you can see part of the automatic transmission. The car owner needs to unscrew the gearbox oil dipstick and remove it.
8. Then you need to look at what mark on the dipstick the lubricant is located.
9. After checking the lubricant level, it is necessary to check its condition.
10. To check the condition of the lubricant, apply a small amount of lubricant to a white cloth. To do this, you can use a white rag. When applying oil to fabric, there should be no metal particles or any other waste products on it. If the lubricant is in unsatisfactory condition, it will have to be replaced.

It is also important to take into account a number of specific points when checking the condition and level of lubricant in the automatic transmission of a Nissan Qashqai. These include the following:

• The lubricant level on the dipstick should be between the minimum and maximum values. As a rule, its level is at the Hot mark.
• Depending on the vehicle configuration, the mark on the dipstick may have the values ​​ADD and FULL.
• Before checking the level of lubricants in the automatic transmission when using non-original oil, you must remove the oil dipstick from the automatic transmission and first wipe it. After which you can start the engine and check the condition of the lubricant.

Depending on what version of the car the car owner has (European model or model for export to the USA), there may not be an oil dipstick. In this case, you need to unscrew the oil fill valve cap. After unscrewing the valve cap, you need to look at its edge. The oil level should be at the bottom edge.

Selection of lubricants for automatic transmission Nissan Qashqai

To change the automatic transmission oil in a Nissan Qashqai, you must use only original lubricants. Designers from the Nissan automobile company also allow the use of analogues of original oils. However, such lubricants must meet all technical requirements set by Nissan.

The use of low-quality oils will lead to malfunction of the vehicle's automatic transmission.

When choosing a new lubricant for the automatic transmission of a Nissan Qashqai, the following series of measures must be observed:

• it is necessary that the viscosity of the oil is the same as that of the original oil;
• you need to read the composition of the oil, which is indicated on the back of the canister with lubricant;
• technical indicators must be identical to those indicated on the original, or at least be as close to them as possible;
• If you have any difficulties in choosing, you should contact a technical consultant at a car parts and consumables store, he will select consumables that meet the technical requirements of your car.

The easiest way to select new oil for an automatic transmission is if the car owner, when independently selecting a new consumable, can search for one based on the index of the oil that was used last time. For example: the index of the original oil, which is filled by the manufacturer, corresponds to the following 52-00004. Knowing this index, the motorist will make his work much easier. Because when you visit an auto parts store, you only need to look at the list of consumables that correspond to a given number.

It should be taken into account that the serial index is marked on the container with consumables as follows KLE52-00004, where the numbers 52-00004 indicate the index itself. However, it is worth considering that some lubricant manufacturers may have slightly different markings. Therefore, when using non-original oils, you should seek help from a consultant. As a rule, the consultant will explain to the car owner where the index marking is indicated on the packaging of the lubricant he used.

Official car dealers and representatives of the Nissan company advise filling the automatic transmission of cars of the Qashqai model range with original Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2 oil. As a rule, its analogue will be Mobil 5 VT NS-5, and Mobil 1 NS-2. You should also take into account the year of manufacture and expiration date of the consumable. Preference should be given to oils that will have a shelf life of at least 6-7 months.

Consequences of untimely oil changes in the automatic transmission of a Nissan Qashqai car

The automobile manufacturer emphasizes that if the car owner does not replace the lubricant in the automatic transmission of a Nissan Qashqai, the transmission may operate with delays when accelerating, or even fail. Usually, before the final failure of the gearbox, the following symptoms may be observed indicating that there is a problem with the automatic transmission:

1. When changing gears, a cracking sound is heard.
2. It is quite difficult to switch the automatic transmission control lever to the following positions: P, N.
3. When switching to neutral, the vehicle moves intermittently and squeaking noises may be heard.
4. When changing gears to increase speed, the car suddenly picks up, after which the speed drops.
5. The car cannot move without first warming up for a long time. As a rule, such problems in a car are observed if there is stagnant and used oil in the automatic transmission. This lubricant mixture is very viscous, which is why it needs to be heated for quite a long time so that it acquires a more liquid state, which is necessary for lubricating the technical components of the gearbox.
6. When changing gears to reduce speed, a grinding noise occurs.
7. At high speeds, vibration is observed in the gearbox selector.
8. While driving at high speed, the engine may simply stall. As a rule, this occurs as a precautionary measure due to the fact that when used oil is used in an automatic transmission, it becomes asynchronous with the operation of the engine. Because of this, the on-board computer switches the car into emergency mode, after which the engine can either slow down to a minimum or turn off completely.
9. When the engine starts, the car turns off after 5-15 seconds.
10. When changing gears, a crackling and grinding noise is heard. As a rule, this occurs due to the fact that the lubricant contains too much metal dust and lubricant waste products.
11. There is a burning smell when shifting gears, and sometimes the gear shift lever may also become hot.

All these symptoms may indicate the need to change the lubricant in the automatic transmission of a Nissan Qashqai. In this case, replacement should be carried out urgently. If you do not update the lubricant in the automatic transmission when such symptoms are observed, then a major overhaul of the automatic transmission may soon be necessary. It is not uncommon that, due to the fact that the car owner did not take any action when such symptoms appeared, it was necessary to subsequently replace not only the gearbox, but also the engine.

Therefore, official car dealers and company representatives advise car owners not to neglect replacing lubricants in the car’s automatic transmission. In the future, this may lead to the need to completely replace the power unit and automatic transmission. Typically, such repairs can cost from 350,000 to 520,000 rubles. In addition, you will have to wait about 1.5 - 3 months for the delivery of new components from the manufacturer's factory.

The process of changing the oil in Qashqai with a CVT

• two 4-liter cans of oil;
• “flat” screwdriver;
• container into which the waste will be drained (volume no less than 3 liters);
• set of wrenches - wrenches and open-end wrenches;
• watering can;
• two or three clean rags or rags;
• rubber seal for the pallet;
• cleaning agent for the pan and filter (ordinary diesel fuel will do);
• coarse filter (if it is impossible to wash an already installed mesh).

Before starting this process, you must be very careful and strictly follow the following steps:

1. Install the SUV on the pit.

2. Remove the power plant protection.

3. Find the plug and place a waste container under it.

4. Unscrew the plug - a wrench will help.

5. Unscrew the screws that secure the pan and carefully remove it (waste oil may remain in it).

6. Inspect the magnets located inside the tray. If necessary, clean the products.

7. Remove and clean the filter mesh. If unsuccessful, replace with a new one.

8. Return the filter and magnets to their place. Replace the worn rubber pan seal using sealant.

9. Install the pallet and check that the bolts are securely fastened.

10. Pour oil into the variator using a watering can.

11. Drive a few meters (up to approximately 1 kilometer).

12. Measure the oil level and, if necessary, add to the mark.

Necessary tools and spare parts, consumables

Here's what you need to change the oil in a Nissan Qashqai automatic transmission:

• new oil microfilter to replace;
• crankcase gasket;
• sealing ring for the drain plug;
• coarse filtration mesh filter;
• standard set of wrenches;
• funnel for pouring into a narrow neck;
• a sufficiently wide and spacious empty container for processing with a volume of at least 8 liters;
• a cleaning agent specifically designed for automatic transmissions;
• rags, protective gloves and work clothes.

And, of course, new oil with a volume of 8 liters.

How to correctly measure the oil level in a Nissan Qashqai

1. If the car is cold. Start the car and let it run for 60-90 seconds. Turn off the car, remove the dipstick, wipe it, insert it again and now take it out and look. The level must be between the lower and middle “COLD” holes.

2. If the car is warm (i.e. after a trip or turning on the cooling system fan 2 times.). Turn off the car, wait 60-90 seconds. Remove the dipstick, wipe it, insert it again, take it out and look. The level should be between the upper and middle “HOT” holes. As the car cools, the level will increase and again may rise above the upper mark.

For proper operation of the oil pressure pump, it is necessary to reset the fluid aging counter to zero! Since its performance is set by the ECU and as the oil wears out it changes. Therefore, if you do not have your own NISSAN CONSULT III or Launch X431 Diagun scanner, you will still have to contact a service station

The aging sensor is reset using ELM327 and CVTz50 in 3-5 seconds, or for 3000 rubles in the service

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In this article we will answer the question: “What kind of oil to fill in the Nissan Qashqai variator?”

The CVT on the Nissan Qashqai is a rather complex unit, which is one of the most expensive parts of the car. That is why the task of every car owner is to maximize the life of the variator. In order for the variator to serve you as long as possible, you need to not only treat the car with care, but also change the oil in it in a timely manner. Correctly changing the oil in a Nissan Qashqai variator is only half the success. A particularly important point is the correct choice of oil for the Nissan Qashqai variator. This is what we will talk about today.

So, let's begin. There are only two types of oil in the Nissan Qashqai variator. This is Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2 or Nissan CVT Fluid NS-3 transmission fluid, as well as analogues of these fluids from other manufacturers.

What kind of oil to fill in the Nissan Qashqai variator?

As mentioned above, the oil in the Nissan Qashqai variator must comply with NS-2 or NS-3 approval. So which one is needed?

Earlier models of Nissan Qashqui are suitable for NS-2 oil, and the latest ones are suitable for NS-3 fluid. We will deal with this in detail.

Oil for Nissan Qashqai J10 variator:

CVT oil for Nissan Qashqai+2 JJ10:

CVT oil Nissan Qashqai J11E:

So, we have sorted out the question of what and how much oil to pour into the Nissan Qashqai variator. Now let's look at the oil change interval in the Nissan Qashqai variator.

Oil change interval in the Nissan Qashqai variator

The manufacturer recommends changing the oil in the Nissan Qashqai variator at least once every 60,000 km or once every 48 months, whichever comes first. But if we take into account the quality of our roads and difficult weather conditions (cold winters and relatively hot summers), then the replacement interval can be safely reduced by 1.5-2 times. Those. The ideal option would be to change the oil in the Nissan Qashqai variator once every 30,000 km or once every 2 years.

Types of oils in the Nissan Qashqai variator

Oils for the Nissan Qashqai CVT are divided into original ones (Nissan NS-2 or NS-3), as well as their analogues. Both originals and analogues can be purchased on our website. Our prices are quite low, we deliver and send orders to the regions. Well, that's it... a small digression on the rights of advertising.