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The shuddering problem is coming from the CVT transmission and may be an internal clutch slippage or valve body pressure problem. This will require the transmission to be pressure tested to see if it is due to the wrong fluids...
Murano 2004 step motor P1778 rpm transmutation failures
The reason you cannot get the step motor is due to it is an internal transmission component and this transmission is a CVT transmission and not rebuildable and must be replaced since no repair parts are available.
can i use trensmision dip stic from models made befor 2014 to check fluid level on nissan rogue2016
A dipstick cannot be used to check or adjust the fluid level on this vehicle. The transmission fluid level can only be verified on this vehicle using a scan tool because the fluid level is directly dependent on the fluid...
Car will move a bit in reverse but then it acts like the front left tire is locked, also after a bit in drive it hops 2012 Nissan Rogue
Hi there, your symptoms suggest something in either the final drive - spider gears perhaps (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/left-wheel-locks-up-when-turning-1996-chevrolet-k2500-suburban) - (would be the differential in a rear-wheel drive car), or a problem with the Continuously-VariableTtransmission (CVT) which your car has. These transmissions utilize...
Car will not move in any gear engine sounds fine 2007 Nissan Murano
Hi there - the P0746 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p0746-obd-ii-trouble-code-pressure-control-solenoid-performance-or-stuck-off-by-valerie-johnston) problem code indicates low hydraulic pressure internal to the transmission. It can also indicate failed speed sensors inside the transmission. I would recommend a transmission inspection (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/gears-slipping-when-accelerating-inspection) by a mobile, professional mechanic, such as...
how to fix the cvt transmission
The parts required will depend on exactly what has failed and that, of course, is determined through both a diagnosis and an inspection upon disassembly if it turns out that the transmission has to be rebuilt. Your car has enough...
Code P1777 - Won't Clear
This code is shedding some light on a problem that exists in one of the electrical circuits in the vehicles transmission. For the best results, consult a technician or facility experienced with the diagnosis and repair of vehicle transmissions. If...
my honda fit continously flicks on drive gear when driving.auto diagonostic machine says output shaft speed.sensor
Hi and thanks for contacting YourMechanic. It won't matter what type of oil was put in the gear box as long as the viscosity was the same. You can try replacing the oil and see if it makes any difference,...
Why is the CVT transmission whining noise so loud when driving?
Hi there. From the description you have given, I'm lead to believe your vehicle has 65,000 miles and not 6,500 miles. Changing the CVT (continuously variable transmission) fluid (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/transmission-fluid-service) more than likely will not quiet the transmission. It is very...
Transmission jerks, goes into limp mode, loss of power - 2006 Mercedes-Benz B200
Hello. It sounds like there is a problem with either the transmission control module and/or its wiring. There could also be a problem with the transmission valve body or clutches and if either of these are worn out this may...
i have a 2012 Nissan Altma CVT transmission will not shift out of 1st gear
You will need to have the transmission scanned for failure codes since it may be a speed sensor or the transmission step motor is bad or even failure of the transmission itself and may need major repair or replacement.
2004 Nissan Murano CVT transmission problems
Your Nissan uses what is called a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Instead of using one or more planetary gear sets like a traditional transmission, a CVT uses pulleys and steel belts to provide an infinite number of "gear ratios". Unfortunately,...
Is a Nissan Murano with a CVT transmission supposed to rev so high when driving from a standing position? 2007 Nissan Murano
Hi there - cars with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/how-do-you-operate-the-continuously-variable-transmission) do behave somewhat differently than traditional manual or automatic transmission vehicles. By design, from a standing start, the engine is allowed to rev to a range where it produces...
Bucking upon coming to stop 2005 Nissan Murano
Hi there, most likely the "bucking when coming to a stop" behavior is not related to the recent camshaft position sensor repairs. This problem is more likely to have something to do with your transmission - a Continuously Variable (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/why-is-the-cvt-transmission-whining-noise-so-loud-when-driving-by-ronald-h)...
Transmission stopped working suddenly with no early indications whatsoever.
Hello there, a variety of issues will cause your 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid to not move in gear. The most common is shift linkage failure, this is the linkage which places the transmission in the selected gear. Other likely faults...
Symtom is late or advanced gear shifting resulting to sudden stop of the car, cvt problem...? 2010 Subaru Forrester
Hello - yes, this is possibly a programming issue with your CVT (https://www.yourmechanic.com/question/why-is-the-cvt-transmission-whining-noise-so-loud-when-driving-by-ronald-h) transmission. While Subaru CVT transmissions don't fail outright all that often, there seems to be a wide range of operating smoothness, which depends on the transmission controller...
I cannot move my car in reverse when on a hill, nothing happens when I press the gas pedal
The Nissan Rogue is equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission. They are known to experience issues such as not moving in any gear when the gas pedal is applied, even floored. It may be slipping due to internal issues with...
Can I switch my CVT transmission with any other transmission from any other model cars that is not a CVT
Hello. In order to change to the standard non-CVT transmission you would need to do a lot of electrical work. It will not work directly in your vehicle. You would need to take the wiring harness and the computers out...
Noises when backing up and turning.
The front strut bearings could be noisy or binding. If the front end is lifted and you turn the wheel from left to right, you may be able to detect the noise that way if that bearing is an issue....
Chime in car is annoyingly Too Loud - 2016 Chevrolet Volt CVT
The Chime Volume setting has two values, Normal and High. Check your settings to make sure it is in the Normal position. If that is still too loud for you, you might try putting some duct tape over the "door...

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