🔧 Transmission Fluid - CVT Fluid Drain and Fill

This job replaces the old CVT fluid with fresh fluid and helps protect the transmission from wear and overheating. On your Rogue, use the correct Nissan CVT fluid only; the wrong fluid can cause shifting issues and damage.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate | Estimated Time: 1-2 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Work on a cool vehicle to avoid burns from hot fluid and exhaust parts.
• Support the vehicle securely on jack stands before going underneath.
• Keep the area very clean; dirt in the CVT can cause damage.
• Use only Nissan CVT fluid or the exact approved equivalent for your Rogue.
• No battery disconnect is required.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands
• Wheel chocks
• Drain pan
• Ratchet
• 3/8-inch drive torque wrench
• 10mm socket
• 12mm socket
• 14mm socket
• Fluid transfer pump
• Funnel
• Gloves
• Safety glasses

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Nissan CVT fluid - Qty: 1 drain-and-fill service quantity
• CVT drain plug crush washer - Qty: 1
• CVT fill plug crush washer - Qty: 1

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• Chock the rear wheels.
• Warm the transmission slightly with a short drive, then shut the engine off.
• Raise the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands.
• Use a clean pump and clean drain pan only.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Remove the undercover

• Use a 10mm socket or 12mm socket to remove the fasteners holding the lower splash shield.
• Set the shield and fasteners aside in order.

Step 2: Drain the old CVT fluid

• Place a drain pan under the transmission.
• Use a 14mm socket to remove the drain plug.
• Let the fluid drain fully.
• Install a new crush washer on the drain plug.
• Reinstall the drain plug and Torque to factory specification.

Step 3: Fill the transmission

• Locate the fill plug on the transmission case.
• Use a 14mm socket to remove the fill plug.
• Use a fluid transfer pump and funnel to add the correct Nissan CVT fluid.
• Fill to the proper level using the factory check procedure for this CVT.
• Install a new crush washer on the fill plug.
• Reinstall the fill plug and Torque to factory specification.

Step 4: Run the fluid through the transmission

• Start the engine with the vehicle still safely supported.
• With your foot on the brake, move the shifter slowly through each gear position.
• Return the shifter to Park.
• Check for leaks at both plugs.

Step 5: Final fluid level check

• Check the fluid level using the factory CVT temperature and level-check procedure.
• Add fluid in small amounts if needed using the fluid transfer pump.
• Reinstall any level-check plug and Torque to factory specification.

Step 6: Reinstall the undercover

• Use a 10mm socket or 12mm socket to reinstall the splash shield.
• Make sure all clips and bolts are secure.

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✅ After Repair

• Road test the vehicle gently.
• Check again for leaks after the drive.
• Recheck fluid level if you notice any abnormal CVT operation.
• Dispose of used fluid at a proper recycling center.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $180-$320 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $70-$140 (parts only)

You Save: $110-$180 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 1-2 hours.

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