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Nissan Altima CVT

258 messages,  Last post on Apr 22, 2013 at 2:01 PM

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#246 of 258 Re: The CVT FAD... [mattw522] by piper_chuck

Jan 13, 2013 (3:38 pm)

Replying to: mattw522 (Jan 13, 2013 2:13 pm)
To mattw522, I'll try to do this politely and to help you with your "fight to end the rampant stupidity".
 
You need to open up the manual again and READ IT MORE CAREFULLY!
 
The section you reference is prefaced by a bold header saying "BREAK-IN SCHEDULE" (Nissan's caps) and then has this highlighted text:
 
"During the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km), follow these recommendations to obtain maximum engine performance and ensure the future reliability and economy of your new vehicle. Failure to follow these recommendations may result in shortened engine life and reduced engine performance."
 
After this are the following bullets, the first of which you seem to have an issue with:
 
● Avoid driving for long periods at constant speed, either fast or slow, and do not run the engine over 4,000 rpm.
● Do not accelerate at full throttle in any gear.
● Avoid quick starts.
● Avoid hard braking as much as possible.
● Do not tow a trailer for the first 500 miles (800 km). Your engine, axle or other parts could be damaged.
 
Quite simply, the words you're all riled up about were for a brief break-in period when the car was brand new!
 
You really need to re-read the manual before you begin ranting at the dealer or trying to return a 4 year old vehicle!

#247 of 258 Re: 2008 2.8L 45K miles, tranny dead [piper_chuck] by piper_chuck

Jan 13, 2013 (3:40 pm)

Replying to: piper_chuck (Oct 22, 2012 11:12 am)
Late follow-up to my original post. I got the car back on the originally scheduled day. It's been running fine since. I will probably keep it for another 5 years or so and then get something new.

#248 of 258 Zero CVT Issues by mlmcgahee

Jan 14, 2013 (5:55 am)

I have owned two Nissan's with the CVT. Work out of them daily and drive 500+ miles a week. I have had Zero problems.
 
Mike

#249 of 258 My Transmission Story by snerdman

Feb 09, 2013 (2:08 pm)

Bought a used 2010 Nissan Altima with 42k miles in October 2011. The first 100 mile trip, after pulling into town at a stoplight, it turns green and I go nowhere. It just "slips" for about 10 seconds before slowly moving forward. Long story short, it happened a couple more times. Once back home, it runs fine, no "slippage" when not on long trip. My SES light comes on yesterday, I take it to the dealer, they're going to have to replace the transmission. It has 53k on it. I had bought an extended warranty, so it's covered. Whew!! Also said my back 2 shocks had blown, and my wipers were streaky. Wipers?! Are you kidding me!! LOL!! Supposed to be the middle of next week for the new transmission to arrive.

#250 of 258 Re: My Transmission Story [snerdman] by piper_chuck

Feb 09, 2013 (2:57 pm)

Replying to: snerdman (Feb 09, 2013 2:08 pm)
" It just "slips" for about 10 seconds before slowly moving forward. "
 
Sounds like one of the symptoms mine developed at the end.
 
"It has 53k on it. I had bought an extended warranty, so it's covered."
 
According to the 2010 Altima warranty booklet your car has a 60 month, 60K mile powertrain warranty. Nissan should be paying for the replacement, not your extended warranty company.

#251 of 258 Re: My Transmission Story [snerdman] by brendapi

Feb 09, 2013 (4:20 pm)

Replying to: snerdman (Feb 09, 2013 2:08 pm)
Sorry to hear about your trouble. The Nissan warranty does cover the new CVT transmission. I would hope your dealership told you that. I bought a 2008 Nissan Altima about 1 1/2 years ago. I have about 62,000 miles on it. This has been the best car I have ever owned. I absolutely love it and would buy another. I commute about 70 miles every day and have not had any problems. Again sorry that you had trouble with yours and hope you get your car back soon!

#252 of 258 Re: 2008 Nissan Altima - CVT Transmission Failure [randancer] by nizzan1

Mar 26, 2013 (6:10 pm)

Replying to: randancer (Nov 10, 2011 7:28 pm)
!!!!!ATTENTION!!!!!
IF YOU HAVE HAD A FAILED CVT TRANSMISSION OR A FAILING ONE GO TO THE NISSAN DEALER AND GET IT REPLACED FOR FREE!!!!!!! THATS RIGHT. MY 2007 ALTIMA HAD A PROBLEM AND THEY REPLACED THE CVT FOR FREE AND EVEN GAVE ME A RENTED CAR FOR THE ENTIRE TIME THAT THEY HAD MY CAR.
 
CHECK IT OUT HERE
 
http://www.nissanassist.com/ProgramDetails.php?menu=2
 
THEY HAVE EXTENDED THE WARRANTY TO 120000 MILES SO GO GET IT NOW. JUST WANTED TO SHARE WITH EVERYONE.

#253 of 258 NISSAN CVT FAILURE by nizzan1

Mar 26, 2013 (6:12 pm)

IT COVERS FAILURES AS FAR BACK AS 2010. SO IF YOU ALREADY PAID FOR IT THEY WILL REIMBURSE YOU. THIS DOESNT HAPPEN EVERYDAY SO LETS ALL TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IT.

#254 of 258 Re: 2008 Nissan Altima - CVT Transmission Failure [nizzan1] by juanca08

Mar 27, 2013 (7:16 am)

Replying to: nizzan1 (Mar 26, 2013 6:10 pm)
I HAD A 2010 ALTIMA, THE DEALER REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION TWICE, THEY GAVE ME LOANER EVERYTIME MY CAR WAS DOWN (5 TIMES- OVERALL DOWN TIME APPROXIMATE 30 DAYS) THE THIRD TIME THE TRANSMISSION FAILED NISSAN ACCEPTED TO BUY THE CAR BACK FROM ME. IT ONLY LAST ME 1 YEAR - 15,000 MILES. I AM DRIVING A HONDA ACCORD NOW. I HOPE NISSAN CAME UP WITH AN IMPROVED TRANSMISSION THIS TIME.

#255 of 258 Failed CVT - rental car covered? by shandi_nicole

Mar 30, 2013 (2:21 pm)

To anyone who has had their CVT repaired on the extended warranty, does Nissan cover a rental car while it is being repaired? My car is 300 miles away (broke down 4 hours from home) and I have no one who give me rides, and public transportation is also not an option. I am a full time M-F, 8-5 student who cannot miss school. Hoping someone has good news about a rental car coverage!
 
TIA!

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