How to Protect a CVT Transmission: 5 Practical Tips So Your CVT Lasts | Part 1 |

Learn how to protect a CVT transmission so that it lasts! I offer you 5 practical tips that you should keep in mind to ensure you get the longest life out of your CVT, whether you have a WRX, Ascent, or other manufacturer altogether with a CVT transmission these are mostly simple things you can start doing right away to ensure your transmissions longevity.

The videos I reference throughout and which could be of interest to you are:

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[dr.austinmelendez]

150k so far on a 2010 Nissan Altima. Original owner. CVT flushed every 30k. Zero issues so far; still as smooth as day 1.

[chrisscott]

2:20 is where useful information begins.

[justmeagain]

Change the transmission fluid around 30, 000 miles. Also as many neglect you need to change ALL the fluids such as oil, differentials ( if equipped ), brake fluid, coolant, power steering. It will save you thousands just doing the maintenance .

[jarenagra]

lot of people hating here that don't even have a CVT. also the legit people who had bad experience with CVT are those that bought nissan.

[shkhamd]

1) Don't launch your car aka go 4 bucks a gallon to complete freedom
2) Warm up your car trans before going full throttle
3) Periodically check your trans fluid, service, replace, refill.
4) Check for TCM update from your car manufacturer
5) Don't mod/tune your car's trans beyond it's safe limits.

[MrZedblade]

To sum everything up: Don't drive like an asshole, take your car in for it's regular services, and stay away from mods. In all likelihood your CVT will do fine - along with the rest of your car.

[palebeachbum]

My first new car and first CVT was a 2012 Nissan Versa. A great little car, but the CVT was garbage. I pampered it, drove it gently, and took it in for its first 30k mile service, recommended by the owner's manual. The dealership checked the CVT fluid and said it didn't need to be changed until 60k miles. Well, at 38k miles the CVT started having an occasional issue with slipping. It managed to last to 56k miles without failing though when I traded it in.

[effend]

Good points.

I currently have a '19 Honda CR-V with the automatic CVT. Changed the CVT fluid every 30, 000 miles and driven it conservatively since I bought it brand new.

There is no need to floor it because it has enough torque from the tried and true 2.4L (not turbocharged) to get it rolling. Not to mention that CR-V's are not built for speed, to begin with. That being said, once you get it up to temperature, it's actually quick off the line. I don't expect to win any races, mind you. Honda and Toyota CVT's use a launch/1st gear, and they manufacture some of the better CVT's on the market.

Currently has 63, 000 miles, and so far, so good, not a single problem with this car.

[VIDSTORAGE]

I have a 2012 AWD Nissan Rouge and it has the trans that is said to be one of the easiest to fail.. I drained it and put in Amsoil CVT 100 percent Synthetic Fluid over 3 years ago and have not had any trouble yet at 177 k miles currently .. The AMS fluid is much better than the Nissan Brand / Idemitsu NS 2 Fluid and I always noticed a weird shutter at times before I changed it over true synthetic base with the additive package makes the typical hot fluid failures go away and makes the trans work much better .. 100 Percent Synth Fluid has far less air bubble traps and foaming issues and it brings down the operating temperature ...Full Synthetics Oils are of a group 3 base oil and not the real base synths of group 4 and 5 ...If Amsoil has a CVT Fliud for your CVT, give it a try ..

[ritchfrancis]

I own a 2010 Legacy GT with CVT and this has been the most informative videos I've seen so far.

[andrewkennedy]

when parking car with a CVT transmission put car in neutral, then turn wheels towards curb, rest car on curb if on hill, or put car in neutral, then engage parking brake, let off pedal brakes, so the car is resting on the parking brake or emergency brake, then after that put into park, this will keep the strain off that week belt inside there, all that weight off that weak little belt in the CVT

[txmoney]

My two biggest concerns for my 2018 Civic EX-T are the CVT and the turbo.
I changed the transmission fluid twice already. I flushed the coolant. I change the oil/filter between 3, 800-4, 200 miles using full synthetic 0W-20 and OEM filter. I only use the highest detergent top-tier fuel.
I don’t drive hard but I drive a lot...60% highway averaging 33.2 mpg. I have 89, 300 trouble-free miles so far. I never redline...heck, I don’t think I’ve ever exceeded 4, 000 rpm. I always come to a complete stop before shifting from reverse to drive. I always engage the emergency parking brake before releasing the brake when in Park.
I want to see just how reliable the Honda CVT and turbo is. I’m hoping to get 300, 000 miles. Fingers crossed.

[jimhill]

My wife has a 2010 Sentra, 138, 000 miles. Change fluid, no launch take offs. Runs good

[jimmyo]

The biggest one is do a drain and fill of your CVT fluid every 30k. You can only get about half the fluid out, changing it often will ensure that it's always reasonably clean.

[nickv]

So, don't beat on it. That took about 2 seconds to say and it applies to all cars. Not just cars with CVT's.

[Woody]

I have two Mitsubishi 2012 vehicles with CVT and both have 200k miles and no issues at all. Both have had two services for new CVT fluid.

[Alan-lvrw]

130K on my 2011 Sentra and it’s running fine. No transmission issues.

[philipbuckler]

I've owned a shop for 30 years---his advice is good advice. If Customers do there maintenance on a regular basis, the vehicle will last a long time. You have to be proactive, and find an honest mechanic you can trust. Jim's Transmissions in Moore, Oklahoma.

[evanhall]

Subaru Outback here! 160k miles on CVT with original fluid. Towed boats, trailers, and plenty of mountain driving. Still works perfect, so far..

[coryfogle]

In 2011 I Inherited a 2005 Ford Freestyle with a CVT and am still driving it at 193, 000 miles with ZERO issues. When I got it, my Dealership said the key is to change the Transfluid and Filters every 60, 000 miles.
The Service Advisor said in every CVT he's seen that failed, the Owner failed to change the Oil and Filters.
He said the opposite is true too, as he'd never seen a failed CVT where the owner DID the suggested maintenance.