When should the transmission fluid be changed on a 2012 Nissan Altima?

Most new vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission. As a result, there’s not really much maintenance to perform. Still, most owner’s manuals will recommend changing the transmission fluid every 90,000 miles or so.

When should the CVT transmission fluid be changed on a Nissan Altima?

For vehicles with a CVT; cube®, Murano®, Altima®, Altima coupe, Maxima®, Rogue®, Pathfinder®, Sentra® and Versa®, replace the fluid every 60,000 miles or if the CVT fluid deterioration data is more than 210000.

How do you check the transmission fluid on a 2012 Nissan Altima?

How To Check Your Transmission Fluid Levels

1. Start your car’s engine and let it run for a few moments.
2. Find the transmission fluid dipstick.
3. Remove the dipstick and touch the fluid, moving it around between your thumb and forefinger.
4. Use a rag to wipe off the dipstick.

What kind of transmission fluid goes in 2012 Nissan Altima?

Valvoline – DEXRON®-VI ATF Full Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid, 1 Quart (Part No. 822405)

Does CVT transmission fluid need to be changed?

CVT fluid certainly wears out over time. It should be changed much sooner than automatic or manual transmission oil. CVT fluid has to be in acceptable condition to protect against metal-to-metal contact. If you intend to keep your car for a long time, it’s a good idea to schedule regular CVT fluid changes.

How many quarts of transmission fluid does a Nissan Altima take?

The 2016 Nissan Altima transmission fluid capacity iS4 quarts. To change the transmission fluid You will want to first make sure the car is level on the ground and then pop the hood open. Now locate the transmission fluid container, it should be on or near the transmission itself, and find the dipstick.

Does a 2012 Nissan Altima have transmission fluid?

The 2012 Nissan Altima transmission fluid capacity iS4. 9 quarts. The transmission fluid needs to be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles. Along with fluid changes, terrible sounds will come from the transmission.

How much does a CVT transmission flush cost?

The transmission fluid used on a CVT is expensive and ranges from $15 to $30 a quart. The transmission’s capacity is 4 to 5 quarts. The labor to change the fluid can be from $70 to $110. If you add it all up, for between $120 to $260 you can prevent a major problem!

Does Nissan recommend transmission flush?

Even if your car has an automatic transmission, you still need to undergo regular transmission fluid flushes and checkups. At Reliable Nissan, we recommend you change your automatic transmission fluid every 20,000 to 25,000 miles to maintain optimum performance.

Is Nissan discontinuing Altima?

The Nissan Altima Coupe was discontinued due to slow sales after the 2013 model year, which means Nissan will only focus on the sedan model for the Altima while the hybrid and coupe are discontinued. [39]

Where is the transmission dipstick on a Nissan Altima?

Open the hood and locate the continuously variable transaxle dipstick, the black-capped stick near the front of the engine compartment on the driver’s side of the engine.

What is Nissan CVT fluid?

The NS-2 fluid is specifically formulated by Nissan/Jatco for their CVT transmissions. It’s has some very special properties…. specifically it allows the drive pulleys to properly ‘grip’ the steel belt and prolongs the life of the belt and transmission in general.