How to flush automatic transmission fluid? What ATF to use? How to check the level?
#403
need help!
ok so i did the drain and fill.. i pour as much in as much that came out. I started the car, shift the car to R, N, D, 1, 2 a bit and everything seemed fine. shut off engine and then 5 minutes later went back to start it and it wont start!!! everything went dead, head lights and everything. I tried jumping it, leaving the booster connected to the battery, everything was working cept the car still wont start. i hear it clicking but it wont start! what do i do!? when i disconnect the battery booster everything goes dead again, that's the weird thing. so all the electrical stuff seems to work only when the booster is connected to it cept it wont start. help!
#404
ok so i did the drain and fill.. i pour as much in as much that came out. I started the car, shift the car to R, N, D, 1, 2 a bit and everything seemed fine. shut off engine and then 5 minutes later went back to start it and it wont start!!! everything went dead, head lights and everything. I tried jumping it, leaving the booster connected to the battery, everything was working cept the car still wont start. i hear it clicking but it wont start! what do i do!? when i disconnect the battery booster everything goes dead again, that's the weird thing. so all the electrical stuff seems to work only when the booster is connected to it cept it wont start. help!
#405
I have a nissan Maxima 1995. my transmission didn't have any problems but I wanted it to run like new at 170K miles "stupid me". I talked to an advicer at nissan about a way to get better gas milles so he sugested a trasmission flush. I told him do you asure me that there wont be a problem. he said yes. so we went ahead and did it at Executive jeep nissan of north haven. when I got the car back it ran faulessly all summer but that winter my trasmission started to slip for the first time like 1 or twice until it reachrd working temperature and back to normal. I whent to the dealer to complain about this and I was told by the service manager and my advicer that I should get a new trasmission and that I could probably accomplish this myself so they turned me down. now 10k milles after I have to get a new trani because I lost reverse, and bunch of other wear stuff are happening with my trani. I think that this dealership is using bad fluid because the fluid I got out of my broken tranny was very thik, like moccos. and the one I got to put in and the one from the new tranny are not that thik.
SO if it is not broken do not fix it. your tranny is working now. don't be a fool like me
I hurt my finger in the procces of changing the transmission. I am so **** I am thinking about a lot of things.
SO if it is not broken do not fix it. your tranny is working now. don't be a fool like me
I hurt my finger in the procces of changing the transmission. I am so **** I am thinking about a lot of things.
#406
When I talk to people about doing flushes, I always tell them to flush 2 to 4 quarts at a time. NEVER do a full flush, SPECIALLY hooking it up to those machines that do it for you.
Do 2 or 4 qt's, then a few months later do another 2 or 4, and so on. doing a sudden flush in my opinion would shock the tranny and problems will start to show up.
Do 2 or 4 qt's, then a few months later do another 2 or 4, and so on. doing a sudden flush in my opinion would shock the tranny and problems will start to show up.
#407
Does it matter what ATF is used? Does the ATF need to Import specific (i.e., for Nissan, Toyota)? I recently had a new tranny pan put on, and went through 2 batches of new fluid while doing it. A repair shop did the pan install (and this was roughly a month+ ago). Well today, while driving the car, it started shifting funny all of a sudden. First gear would overrev before shifting to second, then while in second and third gear, the engine RPMs would flucuate up and down and at times it would feel like the tranny was slipping.
Could non-import specific ATF cause this? Or could it be something more serious?
TIA!!!
Could non-import specific ATF cause this? Or could it be something more serious?
TIA!!!
#408
Does it matter what ATF is used? Does the ATF need to Import specific (i.e., for Nissan, Toyota)? I recently had a new tranny pan put on, and went through 2 batches of new fluid while doing it. A repair shop did the pan install (and this was roughly a month+ ago). Well today, while driving the car, it started shifting funny all of a sudden. First gear would overrev before shifting to second, then while in second and third gear, the engine RPMs would flucuate up and down and at times it would feel like the tranny was slipping.
Could non-import specific ATF cause this? Or could it be something more serious?
TIA!!!
Could non-import specific ATF cause this? Or could it be something more serious?
TIA!!!
As long the ATF type you use matches to what your manual says, you'll be fine. I personally have used Chevron's ATF on a lot my imports and have no issues.
From the looks of it, you're having transmission issues.
#409
Yea, the fluid was about a pint low. Added fluid, and the tranny's not as bad as it was, but still has RPM flucuation issues.
Lee
1997 Maxima SE (174k miles)
I do not think FLUID would have caused the issues you've experienced. As long levels are good, you should be good. Stick w/ the recommendation, DEX 3 or whatever, and you'll be fine.
As long the ATF type you use matches to what your manual says, you'll be fine. I personally have used Chevron's ATF on a lot my imports and have no issues.
From the looks of it, you're having transmission issues.
As long the ATF type you use matches to what your manual says, you'll be fine. I personally have used Chevron's ATF on a lot my imports and have no issues.
From the looks of it, you're having transmission issues.
1997 Maxima SE (174k miles)
#411
#412
Need some advise,please
My 01 Maxima with 61K miles,acted up the other day (on drive mode ,high revs apx. 40000,but no more than 15-20mph) Parked it at home trying to figure out what I could do to save the transmission. I was told that I should change the transmission fluid and filter (?) .The fluid level and color seem to be in order. I never heard that you should replace filter every 30,000miles . In any case , do I have a chance to save the transmission ? or is it too late . Hate to say this , butI do not trust mechanics .
Thanks
Thanks
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My 01 Maxima with 61K miles,acted up the other day (on drive mode ,high revs apx. 40000,but no more than 15-20mph) Parked it at home trying to figure out what I could do to save the transmission. I was told that I should change the transmission fluid and filter (?) .The fluid level and color seem to be in order. I never heard that you should replace filter every 30,000miles . In any case , do I have a chance to save the transmission ? or is it too late . Hate to say this , butI do not trust mechanics .
Thanks
Thanks
The filter is internal to the transmission and does not require changing every 30K...some people change them if they go thru the trouble of dropping the pan for service, but Nissan does not recommend changing it at all.
Did your Check Engine light come on concurrent with this? Nissan ought to be able to diagnose the problem using their Consult system, or take it to a reputable transmission shop for diagnosis. The problem could be a simple fix, then again not...
Good luck.
Last edited by talkinghorse; 04-21-2012 at 06:19 AM.
#414
The SES light its being coming on and off for a while .The diagnosis was vague (most times O2 sensors ) It was on before and during this incident . Could it be some other conponent ?
"Reputable" is the key word here and I have been burned in the past. Your advise is greatly appreciated ,and I thank you
"Reputable" is the key word here and I have been burned in the past. Your advise is greatly appreciated ,and I thank you
#417
hey guys,
my tranny is gone and i already ordered a used one so im about to give a try to mobil 1 ATF because i heard a very good reviews about it. I guess its 5/30w right? How many quartes do i need? my buddy says 12 bottles (1qt a bottle).....
thanks!
my tranny is gone and i already ordered a used one so im about to give a try to mobil 1 ATF because i heard a very good reviews about it. I guess its 5/30w right? How many quartes do i need? my buddy says 12 bottles (1qt a bottle).....
thanks!
#418
tool for opening the drain plug
Can I change to thicker bolt head? if so what size? Great contributions from enthusiasts! Didnt find the same quality contributions in Honda forums
#420
Sorry to bump, but what is done exactly to be "running through the gears"? Does that mean to shift it into every gear and let it engage while the fluid is draining out? I plan on doing this next week and I have the necessary amount of Matic D. I assume it is just one line that has to get disconnected (one on the driver's side that goes from the radiator/trans cooler to the transmission)? And I saw it mentioned but forgot exactly where, but get 1/2-inch tubing to connect onto where the line gets disconnected to direct into containers for the old fluid?
Last edited by MaxMike93; 06-27-2013 at 01:04 PM.
#421
Return line location
The return line hose for the auto transmission is the upper hose. This hose isn't bolted down but just requires pliers to loosen the clamp.
After draining the pan I filled it up with about a gallon of Castrol Import ATF. I was thinking of Amsoil or Mobil 1 but to save a few dollars I used a half synthetic ATF.
I then flushed out about 8 more quarts from the return line hose. The used ATF had over 34,000 on it but it was totally pink. I couldn't tell the difference from the old and new ATF so I changed a total of almost 12 quarts.
Since doing this last week the 3 drive gears are switching much more easily.
Thanks for the info guys,
John
After draining the pan I filled it up with about a gallon of Castrol Import ATF. I was thinking of Amsoil or Mobil 1 but to save a few dollars I used a half synthetic ATF.
I then flushed out about 8 more quarts from the return line hose. The used ATF had over 34,000 on it but it was totally pink. I couldn't tell the difference from the old and new ATF so I changed a total of almost 12 quarts.
Since doing this last week the 3 drive gears are switching much more easily.
Thanks for the info guys,
John
It's a 2004 Maxima 5 speed auto... Some people are saying you cant flush it.. I don't understand why (if anybody has info/reasoning please let me know)
It seems to make sense to me just to unplug the return line hose and let it pour the old out with the engine running while I add the new stuff in...
My only problem is I CANT FIND THE RETURN LINE
I unplugged the top line that connects to the front of the transmission (there are two that enter into the bottom front of the transmission into a cylindrical part of the transmission).. turned out that is the coolant for the radiator!
Any guidance as to where the return line hose is actually located? A picture/resource would help...
Thanks
#422
Hi, I'm new to the forum - what has driven me hear is my search to flush my transmission correctly... the fluid is black and burnt smelling (just bought the car) and is shifting a little weird - not hard though (116k).
It's a 2004 Maxima 5 speed auto... Some people are saying you cant flush it.. I don't understand why (if anybody has info/reasoning please let me know)
It seems to make sense to me just to unplug the return line hose and let it pour the old out with the engine running while I add the new stuff in...
My only problem is I CANT FIND THE RETURN LINE
I unplugged the top line that connects to the front of the transmission (there are two that enter into the bottom front of the transmission into a cylindrical part of the transmission).. turned out that is the coolant for the radiator!
Any guidance as to where the return line hose is actually located? A picture/resource would help...
Thanks
It's a 2004 Maxima 5 speed auto... Some people are saying you cant flush it.. I don't understand why (if anybody has info/reasoning please let me know)
It seems to make sense to me just to unplug the return line hose and let it pour the old out with the engine running while I add the new stuff in...
My only problem is I CANT FIND THE RETURN LINE
I unplugged the top line that connects to the front of the transmission (there are two that enter into the bottom front of the transmission into a cylindrical part of the transmission).. turned out that is the coolant for the radiator!
Any guidance as to where the return line hose is actually located? A picture/resource would help...
Thanks
AT.pdf
The return line and feeding hoses are both connected from the AT to the radiator. The return line hose is the upper hose.
Remove the ATF drain plug and measure the old ATF that fills into the bucket. Reconnect the drain plug with a new washer. Refill new ATF into the dipstick the same amount of old ATF you measured in the bucket. Disconnect the return line hose on the AT side and place it in a bucket. Run the engine for a few seconds. Fill new ATF into the dipstick tube the same amount of old ATF that came out of the hose. Keep doing this until you see new pink ATF coming out of the return line hose. After the non-pressurized flush is complete reconnect the return line hose to the AT.
Warm up the AT by driving up to highway speeds for 15 minutes. With the engine idling in park check the ATF level using the dipstick. Add more ATF if needed.
Last edited by jholley; 11-21-2013 at 06:27 PM.
#423
For me it was easier to take the hose off the radiator like in the picture and attach a separate piece of hose I had laying around onto the radiator side. Plus the hose I had laying around was longer than the return hose, but that's just what worked for me
#424
Either end of the return line hose can be disconnected. You'll just get less ATF spilled disconnecting the hose on the AT side.
#425
ATF fluid AMSOIL Preference over Nissan Matic D or Mobile 1 or any other brand fluid.
Is it a Preference to use AMSOIL ATF, Why not just use Nissan Matic D?
My transmission is working just fine, I am going to drain, and refill. I was going to go to Nissan Dealer in NJ, and pickup ATF fluid matic D dex III. Why switch to Amsoil, or Valvoline MAX life, or MOBILE 1?
My main concern is to keep the transmission running in good shape, and have it last For a very long time.
I have about 110,000 miles on my car, 1998 Maxima.
Any responses would be helpful and appreciated.
My transmission is working just fine, I am going to drain, and refill. I was going to go to Nissan Dealer in NJ, and pickup ATF fluid matic D dex III. Why switch to Amsoil, or Valvoline MAX life, or MOBILE 1?
My main concern is to keep the transmission running in good shape, and have it last For a very long time.
I have about 110,000 miles on my car, 1998 Maxima.
Any responses would be helpful and appreciated.
I'm sure RP is a good product; however, unless you've developed a leak, there should be no reason why you would ever need to top-off your system. However, if an emergency situation were ever to arise where you needed fluid while you were waiting to make repairs, AMSOIL is fully compatible with other synthetic and petroleum-based fluids. Also, as many will attest, I can often put products on a customers' doorstep overnight....so availability shouldn't be a concern.
I've been using AMSOIL ATF since the mid-80's and have sold a ton of it to our members and others, in all areas of the US and Canada, for use in a wide variety of applications. Its a fantastic product...reduces wear; lowers operating temperatures in extreme conditions such as high performance application, towing, etc; extended service life; and for those up north, it will flow in sub-zero temperatures...all of that translates to increased component reliability, fewer repairs and longevity.
Let me know if I can help...
I've been using AMSOIL ATF since the mid-80's and have sold a ton of it to our members and others, in all areas of the US and Canada, for use in a wide variety of applications. Its a fantastic product...reduces wear; lowers operating temperatures in extreme conditions such as high performance application, towing, etc; extended service life; and for those up north, it will flow in sub-zero temperatures...all of that translates to increased component reliability, fewer repairs and longevity.
Let me know if I can help...
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Is it a Preference to use AMSOIL ATF, Why not just use Nissan Matic D?
My transmission is working just fine, I am going to drain, and refill. I was going to go to Nissan Dealer in NJ, and pickup ATF fluid matic D dex III. Why switch to Amsoil, or Valvoline MAX life, or MOBILE 1?
My main concern is to keep the transmission running in good shape, and have it last For a very long time.
I have about 110,000 miles on my car, 1998 Maxima.
Any responses would be helpful and appreciated.
My transmission is working just fine, I am going to drain, and refill. I was going to go to Nissan Dealer in NJ, and pickup ATF fluid matic D dex III. Why switch to Amsoil, or Valvoline MAX life, or MOBILE 1?
My main concern is to keep the transmission running in good shape, and have it last For a very long time.
I have about 110,000 miles on my car, 1998 Maxima.
Any responses would be helpful and appreciated.
While any ATF labeled as meeting Matic-D (or Dextron III) will work in your transmission, I would recommend AMSOIL ATF if you want the absolute best product available.
Field tests have proven that AMSOIL ATF will continue to perform in the most grueling operating conditions. In fact, in this field test (USED) AMSOIL ATF was within spec for NEW fluid after having been used for nearly 200,000 miles in a Las Vegas taxi on a single fill of AMSOIL. As I'm sure you appreciate, Vegas is a major metropolitan area and taxi's are subjected to all sorts of abuse. Vegas also has extreme temperatures.
At the conclusion of this test, the transmission protected with AMSOIL ATF was essentially free of sludge deposits; the clutch packs remained in outstanding condition and the manufacturer's stamp was still visible; gears had minimal wear and the seals showed no sign of deterioration. USED oil samples from this vehicle were tested against standard industry tests and were within limits for NEW fluid.
Check out this field test: http://www.amsoil.com/lit/g3118.pdf
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#427
Anybody have information on transmission drain and fill on 7 generation maxima? Can this be done at home or do we need to take it to dealership? I just did it on my Honda Accord which was simple enough but not sure about Maxima. Thanks
#428
5 Speed ?? Auto Fluid Flush/Swap/Change
1995 Maxima, 5 Speed ?? Auto, 3.0L V-6
I've read through the 427+ posts in this thread and just need a simple answer in how to do this.
I understand all the procedural parts of the return line, the pan and possible filter removal and cleaning of all associated parts. So no comments on any of that.
My plan:
1. Drop the pan and clean it, the filter and magnets.
2. Reassemble everything and replace the same amount of old fluid that came out of the transmission via the fill tube using fresh fluid. Duh.
3. Start the car and let it run for 15-20 seconds until approximately 2 quarts have came out. And then replace with fresh fluid until it shows a proper cold level.
MY QUESTIONS ARE :
1. Do I stop right here as far as the fluid is concerned and do this "draining and refilling" evolution again in a month or so ? Or do I just keep draining and refilling the very first time that I'm doing this until the fluid looks reddish/new ?
2. Also......Am I supposed to be going through the gears while the vehicle is started for the 15-20 seconds is gonna take to pump out the 2 quarts of fluid ?
I'm just seeing too many variations on here as what to do since a lot of members do it a bit differently.
I'm looking at using AMSOIL as soon as I can find some where I live.
Thank you in advance for any and all help on this matter. And for the wealth of knowledge present in the forum.
Roy in Texas
I've read through the 427+ posts in this thread and just need a simple answer in how to do this.
I understand all the procedural parts of the return line, the pan and possible filter removal and cleaning of all associated parts. So no comments on any of that.
My plan:
1. Drop the pan and clean it, the filter and magnets.
2. Reassemble everything and replace the same amount of old fluid that came out of the transmission via the fill tube using fresh fluid. Duh.
3. Start the car and let it run for 15-20 seconds until approximately 2 quarts have came out. And then replace with fresh fluid until it shows a proper cold level.
MY QUESTIONS ARE :
1. Do I stop right here as far as the fluid is concerned and do this "draining and refilling" evolution again in a month or so ? Or do I just keep draining and refilling the very first time that I'm doing this until the fluid looks reddish/new ?
2. Also......Am I supposed to be going through the gears while the vehicle is started for the 15-20 seconds is gonna take to pump out the 2 quarts of fluid ?
I'm just seeing too many variations on here as what to do since a lot of members do it a bit differently.
I'm looking at using AMSOIL as soon as I can find some where I live.
Thank you in advance for any and all help on this matter. And for the wealth of knowledge present in the forum.
Roy in Texas
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1995 Maxima, 5 Speed Auto, 3.0L V-6
I've read through the 427+ posts in this thread and just need a simple answer in how to do this.
I understand all the procedural parts of the return line, the pan and possible filter removal and cleaning of all associated parts. So no comments on any of that.
My plan:
1. Drop the pan and clean it, the filter and magnets.
2. Reassemble everything and replace the same amount of old fluid that came out of the transmission via the fill tube using fresh fluid. Duh.
3. Start the car and let it run for 15-20 seconds until approximately 2 quarts have came out. And then replace with fresh fluid until it shows a proper cold level.
MY QUESTIONS ARE :
1. Do I stop right here as far as the fluid is concerned and do this "draining and refilling" evolution again in a month or so ? Or do I just keep draining and refilling the very first time that I'm doing this until the fluid looks reddish/new ?
2. Also......Am I supposed to be going through the gears while the vehicle is started for the 15-20 seconds is gonna take to pump out the 2 quarts of fluid ?
I'm just seeing too many variations on here as what to do since a lot of members do it a bit differently.
I'm looking at using AMSOIL as soon as I can find some where I live.
Thank you in advance for any and all help on this matter. And for the wealth of knowledge present in the forum.
Roy in Texas
I've read through the 427+ posts in this thread and just need a simple answer in how to do this.
I understand all the procedural parts of the return line, the pan and possible filter removal and cleaning of all associated parts. So no comments on any of that.
My plan:
1. Drop the pan and clean it, the filter and magnets.
2. Reassemble everything and replace the same amount of old fluid that came out of the transmission via the fill tube using fresh fluid. Duh.
3. Start the car and let it run for 15-20 seconds until approximately 2 quarts have came out. And then replace with fresh fluid until it shows a proper cold level.
MY QUESTIONS ARE :
1. Do I stop right here as far as the fluid is concerned and do this "draining and refilling" evolution again in a month or so ? Or do I just keep draining and refilling the very first time that I'm doing this until the fluid looks reddish/new ?
2. Also......Am I supposed to be going through the gears while the vehicle is started for the 15-20 seconds is gonna take to pump out the 2 quarts of fluid ?
I'm just seeing too many variations on here as what to do since a lot of members do it a bit differently.
I'm looking at using AMSOIL as soon as I can find some where I live.
Thank you in advance for any and all help on this matter. And for the wealth of knowledge present in the forum.
Roy in Texas
#430
My 4 speed is weird for sure. Cuz after it shifts to 4th..........and under steady throttle........it "shifts" again. The RPMs only drop like 500 RPMs but it IS a definitive drop. It's been doing this since I bought the car 3 months ago.
When this happens I am under steady and constant throttle so there is NO downshift at all.
Flat road or hills. .....no different.
Beats me. I'll try to get a video and post a link.
When this happens I am under steady and constant throttle so there is NO downshift at all.
Flat road or hills. .....no different.
Beats me. I'll try to get a video and post a link.
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My 4 speed is weird for sure. Cuz after it shifts to 4th..........and under steady throttle........it "shifts" again. The RPMs only drop like 500 RPMs but it IS a definitive drop. It's been doing this since I bought the car 3 months ago.
When this happens I am under steady and constant throttle so there is NO downshift at all.
Flat road or hills. .....no different.
Beats me. I'll try to get a video and post a link.
When this happens I am under steady and constant throttle so there is NO downshift at all.
Flat road or hills. .....no different.
Beats me. I'll try to get a video and post a link.
#433
Oil consumption issue!!!!
Hi guys first of all I want to say sorry if this is the wrong section for me to post this but I am new to the site and the Max family!
I just bought my 2003 Maxima GLE and I've noticed on take offs it gives me a little blueish/grayish smoke(not a lot-but some) and also if you cruising and let off and then give some gas it does the same thing but this way it does puff bit more!And I did have my cats cleaned up inside if that matters,so my question is if this is bad and or what should or what I could do.(I love the car by the way)
I just bought my 2003 Maxima GLE and I've noticed on take offs it gives me a little blueish/grayish smoke(not a lot-but some) and also if you cruising and let off and then give some gas it does the same thing but this way it does puff bit more!And I did have my cats cleaned up inside if that matters,so my question is if this is bad and or what should or what I could do.(I love the car by the way)
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Hi guys first of all I want to say sorry if this is the wrong section for me to post this but I am new to the site and the Max family!
I just bought my 2003 Maxima GLE and I've noticed on take offs it gives me a little blueish/grayish smoke(not a lot-but some) and also if you cruising and let off and then give some gas it does the same thing but this way it does puff bit more!And I did have my cats cleaned up inside if that matters,so my question is if this is bad and or what should or what I could do.(I love the car by the way)
I just bought my 2003 Maxima GLE and I've noticed on take offs it gives me a little blueish/grayish smoke(not a lot-but some) and also if you cruising and let off and then give some gas it does the same thing but this way it does puff bit more!And I did have my cats cleaned up inside if that matters,so my question is if this is bad and or what should or what I could do.(I love the car by the way)
#436
Could be any number of things including, but not limited to, worn rings and/or bad valve guides. A compression check will help to isolate the problem. Recommend you first check your PCV valve and make sure it's not clogged...that's an easy and cheap fix if it turns out to be the source. How many miles on the engine? Good luck
#437
Newbie here, so please be gentle.
I don't know much about cars at all and don't have anyone to go to that can give me expert advice, except mechanics that want to take my money. I know not all mechanics are unethical and rip-off artists. Just to be clear.
I'm practically in tears because of my 2005 Max SL.
My first transmission fluid change was at 33,940 miles in 2014. It was practically black. My mechanic filled it with 4 qts. of K-matic transmission fluid, that cost me almost $100.00 from the dealership, because I live on an island. Nobody wants to ship it here, so for this next change, I begged for $20.00/qt. for 5 qts. because they actually charge $25.00/qt. $40.00 for labor.
My car has been jerking while driving, trouble shifting from D, R, P - it kicks. Mostly problems going up and down hills, parking, but now while driving.
I was told I needed 4 engine mounts a few years ago, but didn't have the money, and was told by my mechanic that's why my car is jerking and kicking because the engine is moving so much. I now bought the 4 mounts and getting them installed and I hope it doesn't cost me over $60 for each mount installation.
I also bought 5 qts. of K-matic transmission fluid for a change hoping the jerking, kicking, hard shifting will stop. (No lights are coming on while I'm driving.)
Car now has about 38,000 miles on it. Never had any fluids flushed.
I hope with new motor mounts, changing transmission fluid, and oil/filter change these problems will stop.
After reading as much as I could without breaking down, I'm afraid it's not the motor mounts, but that my tranny is done for and I really can't afford another one.
Please be nice, I'm upset the way it is concerning this car and all the other stuff that I paid for that was maybe unnecessary, and should or shouldn't do. I don't have a lot of money and I thought this car would be my lifetime car without having so many problems.
I don't know what to do. Anyone, please help me! Thanks in advance!
I don't know much about cars at all and don't have anyone to go to that can give me expert advice, except mechanics that want to take my money. I know not all mechanics are unethical and rip-off artists. Just to be clear.
I'm practically in tears because of my 2005 Max SL.
My first transmission fluid change was at 33,940 miles in 2014. It was practically black. My mechanic filled it with 4 qts. of K-matic transmission fluid, that cost me almost $100.00 from the dealership, because I live on an island. Nobody wants to ship it here, so for this next change, I begged for $20.00/qt. for 5 qts. because they actually charge $25.00/qt. $40.00 for labor.
My car has been jerking while driving, trouble shifting from D, R, P - it kicks. Mostly problems going up and down hills, parking, but now while driving.
I was told I needed 4 engine mounts a few years ago, but didn't have the money, and was told by my mechanic that's why my car is jerking and kicking because the engine is moving so much. I now bought the 4 mounts and getting them installed and I hope it doesn't cost me over $60 for each mount installation.
I also bought 5 qts. of K-matic transmission fluid for a change hoping the jerking, kicking, hard shifting will stop. (No lights are coming on while I'm driving.)
Car now has about 38,000 miles on it. Never had any fluids flushed.
I hope with new motor mounts, changing transmission fluid, and oil/filter change these problems will stop.
After reading as much as I could without breaking down, I'm afraid it's not the motor mounts, but that my tranny is done for and I really can't afford another one.
Please be nice, I'm upset the way it is concerning this car and all the other stuff that I paid for that was maybe unnecessary, and should or shouldn't do. I don't have a lot of money and I thought this car would be my lifetime car without having so many problems.
I don't know what to do. Anyone, please help me! Thanks in advance!
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Obviously hard to confirm/deny without looking at the vehicle. Seems like low mileage for motor mounts to fail, but defective motor mounts will definitely cause hard shifting, clunking when putting it into gear and what appears to be a rough idle. Was it a reputable shop or Nissan dealer that said the motor mounts were bad?
Recommend you have the service you described performed and hopefully it will correct the problem. If you continue to shop for an answer by taking it to different repair facilities, they're probably going to charge you an hour's labor just to give you their opinion. It'll probably be cheaper to rule the motor mounts out by replacing them vs assuming the worst and either trading the vehicle or having someone talk you into a more expensive repair.
Let us know how it goes... Good luck!
Recommend you have the service you described performed and hopefully it will correct the problem. If you continue to shop for an answer by taking it to different repair facilities, they're probably going to charge you an hour's labor just to give you their opinion. It'll probably be cheaper to rule the motor mounts out by replacing them vs assuming the worst and either trading the vehicle or having someone talk you into a more expensive repair.
Let us know how it goes... Good luck!
Last edited by talkinghorse; 03-07-2016 at 03:12 PM.
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Thank you talkinghorse!
Being that I live on an island the dealership is not very reputable, doesn’t have trained Nissan mechanics, and just plain greedy. I used them in the past for a couple things which turned out fine, but way overpriced. Then they told me I needed all these repairs that was going to cost me well over $1000.00 when my radiater overheated, which was unnecessary, so I don't trust them.
I go to a mechanic's shop that has a very good reputation on island.
I never had a transmission flush. Is that really necessary????
I know 4 motor mounts going bad does seem strange, but my mechanic told me it's because the car has a powerful engine or something like that.
4 motor mounts are not cheap.I spent over $600.00 for them. Plus now labor. The total cost is going to be close to $1000.00
I hope this Wednesday gives me good news, so I'm not a nervous wreck about the transmission. Because if it the transmission, I feel like driving it right into the ocean and be done with Max's and Nissan forever.
I will let you know what happens. Thanks.
Being that I live on an island the dealership is not very reputable, doesn’t have trained Nissan mechanics, and just plain greedy. I used them in the past for a couple things which turned out fine, but way overpriced. Then they told me I needed all these repairs that was going to cost me well over $1000.00 when my radiater overheated, which was unnecessary, so I don't trust them.
I go to a mechanic's shop that has a very good reputation on island.
I never had a transmission flush. Is that really necessary????
I know 4 motor mounts going bad does seem strange, but my mechanic told me it's because the car has a powerful engine or something like that.
4 motor mounts are not cheap.I spent over $600.00 for them. Plus now labor. The total cost is going to be close to $1000.00
I hope this Wednesday gives me good news, so I'm not a nervous wreck about the transmission. Because if it the transmission, I feel like driving it right into the ocean and be done with Max's and Nissan forever.
I will let you know what happens. Thanks.
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Being that I live on an island the dealership is not very reputable, doesn’t have trained Nissan mechanics, and just plain greedy. I used them in the past for a couple things which turned out fine, but way overpriced. Then they told me I needed all these repairs that was going to cost me well over $1000.00 when my radiater overheated, which was unnecessary, so I don't trust them.
I go to a mechanic's shop that has a very good reputation on island.
I go to a mechanic's shop that has a very good reputation on island.
So why did the car overheat and what repairs were done as a result?
Necessary depending on how the car is used and the quality of the fluid you use. Highly recommended as good preventative maintenance to ensure your transmission lives a long and trouble-free life. Your owner's manual will tell you the recommended service interval on the transmission. If they only used 4 or 5 qts or ATF the last time it was serviced, they didn't do a flush; rather, a drain and refill where they only removed a portion of the fluid and replenished it with new fluid...and that's fine for most routine service. I do a drain and refill on my own vehicles every 30K or so...just good maintenance.
Hope your issues are resolved. These are really solid vehicles capable of hundreds of thousands of miles. Good Luck!
Last edited by talkinghorse; 03-07-2016 at 06:21 PM.