I'm replacing the transmission in a 2013 Versa that calls for NS3. Need about 8 quarts and not spending $16 a bottle at the dealer. My suppliers have Eneos N Plus for $10 as well as Idemitsu N3 and Aisin NS3 for about $11.50. Will probably get the cheaper Eneos, but any reason to get the others?
Which brand NS3 ATF for new Nissan CVT?
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Do you want to maintain the tracer dye for warranty? otw castrol transmax is ns3 rated and
usually under 8 bucks a qt.
At what mileage did the unit fail? I recall the versa also having a 2 speed planetary along with the CVT so its a hybrid trans.
Also Suitable for use where: , Toyota CVT Fluid TC, Toyota CVT Fluid FE, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-1, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2,
Nissan CVT Fluid NS-3, MMC DIAQUEEN ATF SP-III, MMC DIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J1, MMC DIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J4, MMCDIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J4+, Mazda CVTF 3320, Subaru i-CVT Fluid, Subaru i-CVT FG, Subaru Lineartronic High Torque Chain CVTF, Daihatsu AMMIX CVT Fluid DC, Daihatsu AMMIX CVT Fluid DFE , Suzuki CVT Fluid 3320, Suzuki CVT Fluid Green 1, Suzuki CVT Fluid Green 2, Suzuki CVTF TC, Suzuki NS-2, Honda HCF-2 *, Hyundai/Kia SP-III, Chrysler NS-2,Chrysler CVTF+4, Mini Cooper EZL799 , Ford CVT23, MB 236.20, all of Honda CVTs except 2001-2007 Model Honda Fit/Jazz which are equipped with Starting Clutch.
usually under 8 bucks a qt.
At what mileage did the unit fail? I recall the versa also having a 2 speed planetary along with the CVT so its a hybrid trans.
Also Suitable for use where: , Toyota CVT Fluid TC, Toyota CVT Fluid FE, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-1, Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2,
Nissan CVT Fluid NS-3, MMC DIAQUEEN ATF SP-III, MMC DIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J1, MMC DIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J4, MMCDIAQUEEN CVT Fluid J4+, Mazda CVTF 3320, Subaru i-CVT Fluid, Subaru i-CVT FG, Subaru Lineartronic High Torque Chain CVTF, Daihatsu AMMIX CVT Fluid DC, Daihatsu AMMIX CVT Fluid DFE , Suzuki CVT Fluid 3320, Suzuki CVT Fluid Green 1, Suzuki CVT Fluid Green 2, Suzuki CVTF TC, Suzuki NS-2, Honda HCF-2 *, Hyundai/Kia SP-III, Chrysler NS-2,Chrysler CVTF+4, Mini Cooper EZL799 , Ford CVT23, MB 236.20, all of Honda CVTs except 2001-2007 Model Honda Fit/Jazz which are equipped with Starting Clutch.
I want something that is NS3, not just NS3 rated or suitable. Big difference. What tracer dye? Aren't they shipped dry?
The tracer dye that is same as a factory fluid. From the fluid you WILL install.
I would respond that obviously the Factory spec oil didn't do it any favours!
Castrol knows what they are doing. Castrol are NOT Amalie or Sgt. Pepper
Are you required to use a specific fluid from the re-builder (or Nissan) to maintain a warranty?
I wouldn't loose that bene for a few dollars lost.
Is this a burger you are flipping?
I would respond that obviously the Factory spec oil didn't do it any favours!
Castrol knows what they are doing. Castrol are NOT Amalie or Sgt. Pepper
Are you required to use a specific fluid from the re-builder (or Nissan) to maintain a warranty?
I wouldn't loose that bene for a few dollars lost.
Is this a burger you are flipping?
I haven't read the warranty, just the repair manual which says to use NS3. Yes I bought it to sell.
From Eneos:
Warranty Information
ENEOS products are all API and SAE approved with the latest certifications. Using the
correct application of ENEOS product will not void your vehicle's factory warranty.
Warranty Information
ENEOS products are all API and SAE approved with the latest certifications. Using the
correct application of ENEOS product will not void your vehicle's factory warranty.
Where did you get the trans? Nissan dealer parts order or a REMAN?
It's THEIR warranty, you have to read what are THEIR requirements.
Actually more for the subsequent buyer than you
But a happy customer is a referring customer !
It's THEIR warranty, you have to read what are THEIR requirements.
Actually more for the subsequent buyer than you
But a happy customer is a referring customer !
Yes Nissan. Only 1 year warranty for ANY of their transmissions which is pretty lousy. GM and Ford give 3 years.
All I can tell you is I have used Valvoline and Castrol with excellent results.
This was on a well used '15 Altima strippie Hertz rental. Fluid was dark brown horrid upon 1st spill and fill at 80K.
Vehicle now has 140K trouble free miles. I have done 2 services, I believe. Will do another next oil change service...
I would use the Castrol stuff.
This was on a well used '15 Altima strippie Hertz rental. Fluid was dark brown horrid upon 1st spill and fill at 80K.
Vehicle now has 140K trouble free miles. I have done 2 services, I believe. Will do another next oil change service...
I would use the Castrol stuff.
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I would use any of the fluids that you list. I have to change ours every 20k or the trans squeels - even with Nissan NS3.
If you want something green, Cam2 and Transtar are green. Valvoline and Amalie are amber in color.
Castrol is red, which many people don't like, but there is nothing wrong with it.
Castrol is red, which many people don't like, but there is nothing wrong with it.
Picked it up today. Shiny.
Just checked my catalog. $1428 isn't bad at all. My local dealer even has one in-stock. 
Does this one require programming after install? Some of them do and it requires Consult-III plus or Consult III plus R2R.
Does this one require programming after install? Some of them do and it requires Consult-III plus or Consult III plus R2R.
It probably requires erasing learned memory, fluid degradation, etc.
And junkyards want $1500 to $2400 for a used 100,000 mile transmission. Who do they sell them to at that price?Just checked my catalog. $1428 isn't bad at all.
People who don't know any better.
These do require the dealer only scanner right?
I'm planning on using valvoline with ours. Along with changing the external filter. I just need to get the time to do it.
I'm planning on using valvoline with ours. Along with changing the external filter. I just need to get the time to do it.
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Lucky you, the Versa does not require the usual steps associated with a Nissan CVT replacement:
https://www.nissan-techinfo.com/documents/NTB12-103f.pdf
But it is still best practice to update the TCM to the latest version (if available) and reset.
There's always this as well:
https://www.idemitsulubricants.com/product/cvtf-type-n3
NM, its $17/qt on Amazon, that doesn't help you any.
It is green though.
And one day I'll learn to read, you already mentioned it. Being one of those days for me.
https://www.idemitsulubricants.com/product/cvtf-type-n3
NM, its $17/qt on Amazon, that doesn't help you any.
It is green though.
And one day I'll learn to read, you already mentioned it. Being one of those days for me.
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