How to check transmission fluid on 2013 nissan sentra

Q: When should I change the transmission fluid on a 2013 Nissan Sentra?

2013 Nissan Sentra Transmission Fluid If you dont routinely change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2013 Nissan Sentra transmission will slip.

2013-2018 Altima Sedan
2015-2017 Quest
2016-2019 Maxima
2014-2019 Rogue
2015-2019 Murano
2017-2019 Rogue Sport
2013-2019 Pathfinder
2017-2019 Sentra Turbo

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Checking CVT Fluid Level
Adjust CVT Fluid Level
How do you check the transmission fluid in a Nissan Sentra?
Does a 2013 Nissan Sentra have transmission fluid?
When should I change the transmission fluid on a 2013 Nissan Sentra?

*APPLIED VEHICLES equipped with CVT ONLY

Figure 1

Special tools CVT Oil Level Quick Check Gauge (J-51155) and CVT Charge Pipe Cap Release (J-52611) are now available from Nissan and dealers, Figure 1 and 2. Also, tools can be obtained from Tech-Mate at 1-800-662-2001.

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Checking CVT Fluid Level

Steps 1 through 6 will ensure that CVT fluid is properly distributed throughout the transmission. A video on how to use tools is available on nissantechmate.com. Search for J-5261 and then select the Charge Pipe Cap Release Tool.

1. Park the vehicle on level ground (engine running, parking brake set).

2. Using a scan tool, ensure that the CVT fluid operating temperature is within the range of 170°F-180°F (77°C-82°C).

3. Shift the transmission into REVERSE for 5 seconds.

4. Shift the transmission into DRIVE for 5 seconds.

5. Shift the transmission into REVERSE for 5 seconds.

6. Shift the transmission into PARK.

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7. Install special tool CVT Charge Pipe Cap Release (J-52611) where shown in Figure 3.

NOTE: The tool shown in Figures 3 and 4 is the same as the one shown in Figure 2, but looks slightly different.

Figure 4

8. Squeeze the tool toward the cap, and then slightly lift the cap (see Figure 3). The cap’s locking tab is unlocked while squeezing. Notice the gap between the cap and charge pipe in Figure 4.

Figure 5

9. Remove tool J-52611 from the cap (see Figure 5).

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10. Pull to remove the cap from the charging pipe. Tool CVT Oil Level Quick Check Gauge (J-51155) can now be used to determine the CVT fluid level. The handle on tool J-51155 has two positions, red and blue (see Figure 6 and 7). Refer to Table A for the correct position for a given vehicle.

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11. With the vehicle in PARK and the engine running, insert tool J-51155 into the pipe. Make sure to use the correct handle position (refer to Table A and Figure 8).

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Table A

2013-2018 Altima Sedan (QR25): 23-30mm (blue)
2013-2018 Altima Sedan (V035): 14-22mm (red)
2016-2019 Maxima: 14-22mm (red)
2015-2019 Murano (non-hybrid): 14-22mm (red)
2013-2019 Pathfinder (non-hybrid): 14-22mm (red)
2015-2017 Quest: 14-22mm (red)
2014-2019 Rogue (US. and Japan built) (non-hybrid) : 44-51mm (blue)
2015-2019 Rogue (Korea built) (non-hybrid): 50-57mm (blue)
2017-2019 Rogue Sport: 10-17mm (blue)
2010-2017 Sentra (turbo ONLY) 10-17mm (blue)

12. Inspect tool J-51155 to determine the CVT fluid level in millimeters, and then compare the reading to the specifications in Table A.

Adjust CVT Fluid Level

13. Adjust the ﬂuid level from the bottom of the CVT according to the procedure in the service information.

How do you check the transmission fluid in a Nissan Sentra?

The engine should be warmed up to check the level of your Nissan transmission fluid. Find the transmission fluid dipstick. On front-wheel drive cars, it's usually located to the right of the oil dipstick. Check your owner's manual if you're having trouble finding it.

Does a 2013 Nissan Sentra have transmission fluid?

Yes. The automatic transmission in the 2013 Sentra is a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

When should I change the transmission fluid on a 2013 Nissan Sentra?

2013 Nissan Sentra Transmission Fluid If you don't routinely change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2013 Nissan Sentra transmission will slip.