2014 Nissan Versa Note Transmission Fluid Drain and Fill

This is something I had to do on my commuter car. Nissan tries to make this difficult by burying the dipstick underneath the battery, the ECU and the coolant overflow container. It really was much easier than it has been portrayed in other videos. Also, my Nissan dealer was less than helpful with the amount of fluid needed, despite the owners manual stating that you have to use the special Nissan CVT NS3 fluid. This drain and fill required 2 quarts.

[johnwcatterson]

You can remove the fill plug from underneath the vehicle. Push inward on the tab while pushing upward on the dipstick plug. no need to remove the battery and fluid tank

[chezgalatea]

Sorry about the lack of replies to the comments. I rarely have time for YouTube. Thanks for all your comments. I hope this video helps all of you who like to work on your own Versas. I want to emphasize that I am not a mechanic, I just like working on things. Follow this video at your own risk. Update- my Versa has about 110K and it is still running well (but I drive it like a grandma). If you push this CVT it will fail. I hope to get 200k out of this car- I think for an inexpensive car this would be a win. I agree with the comments that doing a full transmission fluid change with removal of the drain pan and new filter is optimal. I simply showed a fast spill and fill procedure. Again thanks for all your comments to help the community.

[minijak]

To do a complete flush, you need to remove the overflow tube, which you can unscrew with an allen key into the drain plug hole. Fluid capacity is 7 liters. To get the right level, the fluid temperature must be between 95-113 degrees F.

[moedwards]

It was helpful but the fill needs work but great job on giving the idea and presentation

[timothyrevels]

You can get to the dip stick much easier through the driver fender well.

[fethilakhdari]

Strange video, the most important things are not clearly shown. This certainly applies to the dipstick (which was hidden by your arm), the brand of transmission oil (which you never showed), and where the funnel tip was plugged in (which was not shown at all).
This video misses out on the most important stuff. Would you redo it with a clear indication of where the important items are located?
Thanks

[kasa]

Hi man, thanks for the useful video, I have 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV everything works perfect but there is shaking at the RBM when I drive at speed 80KM and above also the car shakes softly while that happen. So if I change the CVT oil is that will fix the issue PLEASE HELP ME. Thanks a lot

[Judeable]

This video failed to explain the following:

1. The type of fluid
2. Capacity
3. Is it a drain or overflow plug or both
4. Type of transmission auto, man, or CVT?
5. Torque
6. Cost
7. Order of disassembly
8. Milage change cycle

Answers:
1. Nissan CVT fluid NS-3 only (For CVT transmissions only)
2. 7- 1/4 quarts for 2011 and later (the title states 2014)
3. Overflow plug (2012 and later only has an overflow plug) This is why you only removed a small amount and not the full 7.875 quarts.
4. I chose CVT (I can give specs. for the other transmissions if needed or you can buy the Haynes manual and look at chapter 1-1 and 1-2)
5. 31 in-lbs.
6. ≈ $80
7. Haynes manual explains full disassembly of ducting for air, the battery, coolant reservoir and anything thing blocking access to the fill port.
8. The manufacturer recommends 60, 000 miles/48 months but if you don't want your cvt transmission taking a CRAP on you ignore that recommendation and change it every 30, 000 miles/24 months. Because a guy did this with a CVT transmission and found out that it lasts longer when done this way and he didn't have to buy a $5000 transmission like all of the other suckers in the class action lawsuit against Nissan for their CVT transmissions failing.
9. For all of the new DIY'ers buy a Chilton, Haynes, or Manufacturer repair manual for your car because details matter. You spent thousands why not get a manual and make sure you do it the precise way?

[leslienapier]

Wonder if you can modify a normal dip stick and replace the stubby one with it

[raven]

Have you had any issues with the transmission going out? I’m coming up on my 2nd one since 2014, they seem to go out every 60-70 thousand miles.

[shadowdemon]

This'll be very helpful today. Thanks.

[matsameon]

how many liters are used to replace the automatic transmission fluid after two pieces, nut and allen key remove?

[Chief.Surveyor.AliQassim]

Hi dear
Please tell me
how many liter for cvt. Nissan Versa 2013
4 or 5 liter type NS3

[trnalsoul]

"except for one guy who was sweating alot" lol

[Dooguy]

Mines a 14 versa note and does not have a fill tube up top or dipstick now what?

[ramon]

What was the mileage on your Versa when you did the fluid change?

[stunna]

Hello kindly how regularly should one change the Transmission oil??

[coleyamos]

Torque Specifications 2007-2019 Nissan Versa

Torque Specs are in Ft-Lbs

**unless otherwise stated**

1 (ft-lb) = 12 (in-lbs)



Engine Oil Drain Plug - 25

Automatic Transaxle Drain Plug - 25

Automatic and CVT transaxle overflow tube (2012 and later models) - 31 **inch pounds**

Drivebelt Tensioner
1.6L engines -Mounting Nut - 26
1.8L engines - Mounting Bolt - 30

Manual Transaxle Drain Plug - 25

Manual Transaxle Check/Fill Plug - 39

Spark Plugs - 168 **inch pounds**

Wheel Lug Nuts - 83

[alissaraylene]

How do you know 2 qts is the correct level? I see no dipstick.

[skyus]

I think he didn't know about the "overflow tube"...,