Great video! Thank you, so, much. I changed my tranny fluid yesterday after watching this video. I have 47,XXX on my 2017 and the old tranny fluid I collected is black. I bought a hand pump from the auto store and pumped 5.8 quarts into my tranny. A lot of work when on your back. Running the engine in park does allow you to add more fluid. I got 4 quarts in there then ran the engine to get the last 1.8 quarts. Dealer wanted $290. I spent $13 per quart for Nissan type S for mine. Dealer says to check tranny, transfer cases, the front and rear diffs every 20k starting at 60k. Get this, everyone of those gearboxes uses a different fluid. One note, the tube from the auto store hand pump didn"t fit the fill hole...too big. I had to buy a smaller diameter clear tubing length from the hardware store. Fortunately, I had more than one car, because I had drained all the fluid out at that point.
Thank you. I appreciate the feedback 👍 I’m glad it was a success and helpful for you. I did get my vacuum and dispenser pump from harbor freight with a smaller line. You are correct. Definitely need the smaller line. Dealership cost a steep and I agree with self preventive maintenance on vehicles. Have a wonderful weekend.
Best video yet. I did my 2023 Nissan Armada platinum at 20,000 miles. I dropped the pan, cleaned the magnets and all the clutch material off. The screen looked of much the same, washed it down with new transmission fluid. I didn’t have enough time to flush which I would do. Second, I used a turkey baster and removed the power steering out of the reservoir, filled, let it cycle a day, repeated, now fluid is clean. Maintenance on these are definitely necessary, and would do the driveline every 20-25,000 miles.
Thank you for the video. I help a lot. I didn’t have a jack and the pump from Amazon was too complicated for a once in a blue moon job. I found a poor man method to pump the oil back in by using a roundups hand sprayer…… Lol I’ll let your imagination run on that one! Thanks again
Hey, definitely an interesting issue you have going on with the vehicle.. wish I could see what’s going on in person.. I have only experienced shudder when driveshaft has issues.. those are great preventive maintenance services.. but I think it needs diagnosed..
Verifying the fluid level is something I would check. Unfortunately if you have shifting problems and a check engine light associated with the transmission. The unit probably needs replaced or rebuilt. These transmission fail all the time. Just google and you’ll find all the complaints about the transmission issues. I hope this helps👍
Good question. Actually for this vehicle it needs to have the engine running and at running temperature for a proper level. When the vehicle is engine off. The fluid does sit in the pan at a higher level. I hope this helps. I appreciate the feedback. Thank you 👍
They reinstalked the fill/level plug at the correct trickle. It's not exactly science, but just wait for the stream to turn into a trickle like it did here. A trickle in this sense is a skinny stream that starts dancing. Another note is that trans fluid expands the hotter it gets. The fluid needs to be in the correct range (within 95-115 °F) when you are letting the excess trans fluid that you just poured in come to a trickle. You can use a laser thermometer on the trans pan to get kind of close to the proper temp range or you can use a special scan tool that measures trans fluid temps like a Consult III.
PSA: Please don't use this video as a "how to" because it's wholly incomplete for proper service of a Nissan/Infiniti transmission. Didn't use new drain plug and washers; incorrect fill procedure; didn't run through the gears; no mention of proper temp for ATF, etc., etc. This is a "how not to" video. The service manual for the QX and/or Armada is available for free online.
Replacing the filter is a possibility if the vehicle has one. I just did a drain and fill until the fluid was clean. Replacing any transmission filter can be a lot of work and pricey. This customer chose a drain and fill. I appreciate the feedback. Thank you 👍
With these transmissions. I would not go with what other fluids people have used. I would talk to a part dealer and get the recommended fluid for your specific vehicle. These transmissions have a high failure rate. Make absolutely sure it’s the right fluid. Use VIN # if possible when purchasing. I hope this helps. 👍
If I remember correctly. 6mm hex socket. I would suggest just getting a set of them. Rather than just getting one socket. I hope this helps. I appreciate the feedback 👍
I read that this may help the problem of "shuddering" at second gear in the QX80? I changed the ignition coils, spark plugs, etc but it's still slightly there at 30-42 mph as I accelerate. Car has 109,000 miles and a transmission and differential flush is next on my list. Any advice?
Does the vehicle have transmission codes for faulty issues.. most transmission issues are internal.. does it have a check engine light on? Has the suspension and driveline been check for loose components? Low or dirty fluid would not cause a shudder in my opinion..
Changed mine when it was shuttering after stealership said they changed it. Fixed problem immediately. If transmission not actually broken it might fix it. I used a garden sprayer and added a fitting to pump fluid in.
@@frankies9049 CAN CHANGING YOUR TRANSMISSION FLUID CAUSE DAMAGE? Transmission fluid is important for lubricating the parts of your transmission and reducing wear and tear caused by friction and heat. While changing your transmission fluid won’t damage the condition of your transmission, if you haven’t been changing it frequently enough, you may discover that your transmission slips. Read on to find out why. WHEN SHOULD TRANSMISSION FLUID BE CHANGED? Every vehicle is different, so it’s no surprise that every car has different requirements for how often transmission fluid should be changed. Check your owner’s manual to find out how often you should change or check your transmission fluid. In most cars, you can check the transmission fluid by finding the transmission dipstick under the hood of your car while the engine is running. It’s usually located behind the oil dipstick. There will be markings on the dipstick indicating if there is enough transmission fluid, or if you need to add more. To determine if you need to change the fluid, wipe the dipstick on a white paper towel or cloth and observe the color of the transmission fluid. If the fluid is bright pink, your transmission fluid is new and does not need to be changed. If the fluid is a light brown with a hint of pink, your transmission fluid will need to be replaced. If your transmission fluid hasn’t been changed in a long time, it will appear a very dark brown color and may even have metal particles floating in it, indicating the transmission is damaged. If your vehicle takes lifetime transmission fluid, you should still check to make sure it’s in good condition around 100,000 miles, as the vent tubes that allow pressure in the transmission to equalize may also allow in moisture and dust. HOW DO I KNOW WHETHER TO FLUSH OR CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID? First check your owner’s manual to make sure you know whether a flush or change of transmission fluid is typically recommended for your vehicle. When changing your transmission fluid, you open the transmission drain located on the underside of the car. This allows about 40% to 50% of the transmission fluid to drain out into the pan. The other 50%-60% of the fluid remains in the torque converter and other parts of the transmission. Flushing your transmission, on the other hand, allows you to completely change all of the fluid in the transmission. To flush your transmission, you attach a transmission hose to the input of the line that runs through the transmission and another hose to the output. Pumping new transmission fluid in pushes the old fluid out and into the outgoing hose. Flushing your transmission fluid, rather than changing it, is only recommended if the transmission fluid is in relatively good shape and has no signs of damage. If you do a flush when there is damaged transmission material in the transmission fluid, you could cause a problem in the valve body at the bottom of the transmission. If the valve body gets gunked up with damaged transmission material, you could lose the ability to shift between gears. This is why many people worry that changing transmission fluid can cause a transmission to slip, but if you’re changing your transmission fluid regularly, you won’t have to worry about this problem. AVOID DAMAGING YOUR TRANSMISSION Changing your transmission fluid frequently is the best way to ensure maximum longevity of your transmission. If you don’t change your transmission fluid frequently, the dirty fluid will not serve as an effective lubricant and it won’t disperse heat well. This will cause wear and tear on the clutches and other parts of your transmission. Once the clutch packs lose their grip, the old fluid might be the only thing creating enough friction to get your clutches to engage and keep your transmission from slipping. Prevent damage to your transmission by making sure your transmission fluid is changed or flushed according to the owner’s manual. You can also check the owner’s manual to know what kind of transmission fluid your car takes, as there is a wide variety on the market with varying viscosities.
Thanks for the video mate. Now I can do this myself. When u run engine is the trans fluid being sucked in or are you pumping it in by hand. CHEERS FROM DOWNUNDER
I used a hand pump to fill. Hand to get a smaller hose, but could have bought a brass adapter. It does not suck the fluid in from the tube with the engine running. And just like the video shows, I stopped filling when it started to overflow. I put the fill plug back in then turned off the engine. Car runs better than Swiss time.
About how many quarts did you put in it I was wondering if I could use alternative fluid then the Nissan fluid that I can't figure out what kind of fluid it is 🥴
I agree, yet all manufacturers are moving to these type of fluid checks unfortunately. They save millions not having to manufacture loads of dipsticks.
Great video! Thank you, so, much. I changed my tranny fluid yesterday after watching this video. I have 47,XXX on my 2017 and the old tranny fluid I collected is black. I bought a hand pump from the auto store and pumped 5.8 quarts into my tranny. A lot of work when on your back. Running the engine in park does allow you to add more fluid. I got 4 quarts in there then ran the engine to get the last 1.8 quarts.
Dealer wanted $290. I spent $13 per quart for Nissan type S for mine.
Dealer says to check tranny, transfer cases, the front and rear diffs every 20k starting at 60k.
Get this, everyone of those gearboxes uses a different fluid.
One note, the tube from the auto store hand pump didn"t fit the fill hole...too big. I had to buy a smaller diameter clear tubing length from the hardware store. Fortunately, I had more than one car, because I had drained all the fluid out at that point.
Thank you. I appreciate the feedback 👍 I’m glad it was a success and helpful for you. I did get my vacuum and dispenser pump from harbor freight with a smaller line. You are correct. Definitely need the smaller line. Dealership cost a steep and I agree with self preventive maintenance on vehicles. Have a wonderful weekend.
What size tube did you end up using? Thank you in advance for your advice.
Best video yet. I did my 2023 Nissan Armada platinum at 20,000 miles. I dropped the pan, cleaned the magnets and all the clutch material off. The screen looked of much the same, washed it down with new transmission fluid. I didn’t have enough time to flush which I would do. Second, I used a turkey baster and removed the power steering out of the reservoir, filled, let it cycle a day, repeated, now fluid is clean. Maintenance on these are definitely necessary, and would do the driveline every 20-25,000 miles.
Thank you for the video. I help a lot.
I didn’t have a jack and the pump from Amazon was too complicated for a once in a blue moon job. I found a poor man method to pump the oil back in by using a roundups hand sprayer……
Lol I’ll let your imagination run on that one!
Thanks again
Thank you, I appreciate the kindness and feedback. 👍
Nice video prob best one yet on this.
I appreciate the kind words and feedback 👍
I also read someone changed out the hpfp lifter with success and someone else recommended adding shudder guard fluid
Hey, definitely an interesting issue you have going on with the vehicle.. wish I could see what’s going on in person.. I have only experienced shudder when driveshaft has issues.. those are great preventive maintenance services.. but I think it needs diagnosed..
Great video thank you
Glad it was helpful! 👍
What size line is this? How did you get it to seal so well?
My engine light is on the problem is shift malfunction do l check the transmission fluid l have a 2016 infiniti Qx80
Verifying the fluid level is something I would check. Unfortunately if you have shifting problems and a check engine light associated with the transmission. The unit probably needs replaced or rebuilt. These transmission fail all the time. Just google and you’ll find all the complaints about the transmission issues. I hope this helps👍
Was the transmission overfilled? Seems as though if at the proper level it should not have been pouring so much out of the fill plug at the beginning.
Good question. Actually for this vehicle it needs to have the engine running and at running temperature for a proper level. When the vehicle is engine off. The fluid does sit in the pan at a higher level. I hope this helps. I appreciate the feedback. Thank you 👍
They reinstalked the fill/level plug at the correct trickle. It's not exactly science, but just wait for the stream to turn into a trickle like it did here. A trickle in this sense is a skinny stream that starts dancing.
Another note is that trans fluid expands the hotter it gets. The fluid needs to be in the correct range (within 95-115 °F) when you are letting the excess trans fluid that you just poured in come to a trickle. You can use a laser thermometer on the trans pan to get kind of close to the proper temp range or you can use a special scan tool that measures trans fluid temps like a Consult III.
PSA: Please don't use this video as a "how to" because it's wholly incomplete for proper service of a Nissan/Infiniti transmission.
Didn't use new drain plug and washers; incorrect fill procedure; didn't run through the gears; no mention of proper temp for ATF, etc., etc.
This is a "how not to" video.
The service manual for the QX and/or Armada is available for free online.
can u recommend which brand Fluid for infinity qx80? please
I would ask parts dealer for that information 👍
Amsoil Signature series
@thebeddoctor4273 expensive for best
Is it need to remove the gear filter and clean it?
Or just drain and fill ?
Replacing the filter is a possibility if the vehicle has one. I just did a drain and fill until the fluid was clean. Replacing any transmission filter can be a lot of work and pricey. This customer chose a drain and fill. I appreciate the feedback. Thank you 👍
Which oil did you used for your transmission? Is it CVT OR ATF FLUID
With these transmissions. I would not go with what other fluids people have used. I would talk to a part dealer and get the recommended fluid for your specific vehicle. These transmissions have a high failure rate. Make absolutely sure it’s the right fluid. Use VIN # if possible when purchasing. I hope this helps. 👍
Does this vehicle have a cvt?
Yes, always use manufacturers recommended fluid. I hope this helps. I appreciate the feedback 👍
@HowIFixedIt hey does your qx80 have a cvt ?
What is the hose size you stick in the fill plug opening to refill? I’m pretty sure they make an actual hard tip adapter that fits really well.
It’s a hose from a dispenser pump. Made it easy to add fluid. Thank you for the advice and feedback. I appreciate it 👍
What size key you use to remove the over filled nut
If I remember correctly. 6mm hex socket. I would suggest just getting a set of them. Rather than just getting one socket. I hope this helps. I appreciate the feedback 👍
Pretty sure it’s a 5mm hex.
@@jeff-v6n4r 5 and 6 fit well but aren't turning the damn thing. how did you guys get it to loosen up ?
I read that this may help the problem of "shuddering" at second gear in the QX80? I changed the ignition coils, spark plugs, etc but it's still slightly there at 30-42 mph as I accelerate. Car has 109,000 miles and a transmission and differential flush is next on my list. Any advice?
Does the vehicle have transmission codes for faulty issues.. most transmission issues are internal.. does it have a check engine light on? Has the suspension and driveline been check for loose components? Low or dirty fluid would not cause a shudder in my opinion..
Changed mine when it was shuttering after stealership said they changed it. Fixed problem immediately. If transmission not actually broken it might fix it. I used a garden sprayer and added a fitting to pump fluid in.
Is the procedure on the qx70 the same
It’s basically the same. Similar. I hope this helps. I appreciate the feedback. Thank you 👍
How many quarts did it take to fill the transmission?
I did it with 5 quarts.
@@HowIFixedIt hi why people say don’t change transmission fluid? Is safe or not ?please let me know thanks God bless you
@@frankies9049 CAN CHANGING YOUR TRANSMISSION FLUID CAUSE DAMAGE?
Transmission fluid is important for lubricating the parts of your transmission and reducing wear and tear caused by friction and heat. While changing your transmission fluid won’t damage the condition of your transmission, if you haven’t been changing it frequently enough, you may discover that your transmission slips. Read on to find out why.
WHEN SHOULD TRANSMISSION FLUID BE CHANGED?
Every vehicle is different, so it’s no surprise that every car has different requirements for how often transmission fluid should be changed. Check your owner’s manual to find out how often you should change or check your transmission fluid. In most cars, you can check the transmission fluid by finding the transmission dipstick under the hood of your car while the engine is running. It’s usually located behind the oil dipstick. There will be markings on the dipstick indicating if there is enough transmission fluid, or if you need to add more.
To determine if you need to change the fluid, wipe the dipstick on a white paper towel or cloth and observe the color of the transmission fluid. If the fluid is bright pink, your transmission fluid is new and does not need to be changed. If the fluid is a light brown with a hint of pink, your transmission fluid will need to be replaced. If your transmission fluid hasn’t been changed in a long time, it will appear a very dark brown color and may even have metal particles floating in it, indicating the transmission is damaged.
If your vehicle takes lifetime transmission fluid, you should still check to make sure it’s in good condition around 100,000 miles, as the vent tubes that allow pressure in the transmission to equalize may also allow in moisture and dust.
HOW DO I KNOW WHETHER TO FLUSH OR CHANGE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID?
First check your owner’s manual to make sure you know whether a flush or change of transmission fluid is typically recommended for your vehicle.
When changing your transmission fluid, you open the transmission drain located on the underside of the car. This allows about 40% to 50% of the transmission fluid to drain out into the pan. The other 50%-60% of the fluid remains in the torque converter and other parts of the transmission.
Flushing your transmission, on the other hand, allows you to completely change all of the fluid in the transmission. To flush your transmission, you attach a transmission hose to the input of the line that runs through the transmission and another hose to the output. Pumping new transmission fluid in pushes the old fluid out and into the outgoing hose.
Flushing your transmission fluid, rather than changing it, is only recommended if the transmission fluid is in relatively good shape and has no signs of damage. If you do a flush when there is damaged transmission material in the transmission fluid, you could cause a problem in the valve body at the bottom of the transmission. If the valve body gets gunked up with damaged transmission material, you could lose the ability to shift between gears. This is why many people worry that changing transmission fluid can cause a transmission to slip, but if you’re changing your transmission fluid regularly, you won’t have to worry about this problem.
AVOID DAMAGING YOUR TRANSMISSION
Changing your transmission fluid frequently is the best way to ensure maximum longevity of your transmission. If you don’t change your transmission fluid frequently, the dirty fluid will not serve as an effective lubricant and it won’t disperse heat well. This will cause wear and tear on the clutches and other parts of your transmission. Once the clutch packs lose their grip, the old fluid might be the only thing creating enough friction to get your clutches to engage and keep your transmission from slipping.
Prevent damage to your transmission by making sure your transmission fluid is changed or flushed according to the owner’s manual. You can also check the owner’s manual to know what kind of transmission fluid your car takes, as there is a wide variety on the market with varying viscosities.
Thanks for the video mate. Now I can do this myself. When u run engine is the trans fluid being sucked in or are you pumping it in by hand. CHEERS FROM DOWNUNDER
It’s a vacuum pump. Can be switched to install fluid or remove. Very handy tool. Thank you for the feedback. Cheers👍
@@HowIFixedIt thanks so much
I used a hand pump to fill. Hand to get a smaller hose, but could have bought a brass adapter. It does not suck the fluid in from the tube with the engine running. And just like the video shows, I stopped filling when it started to overflow. I put the fill plug back in then turned off the engine.
Car runs better than Swiss time.
It seems like the fluid draining out at the end was still pretty dirty. I guess that's OK?
Flush as needed. Just a guide on how to flush. Some vehicles have never been flushed and need to flush multiple times to get clean.
which vac pump did you use? do you have a link? thanks
They sell some at harbor freight.
Just ask the employee. They will point you in the right direction.
No filter on a qx80 transmissoon
Mine did not have a filter. I’d research your vehicle before servicing. 👍
About how many quarts did you put in it I was wondering if I could use alternative fluid then the Nissan fluid that I can't figure out what kind of fluid it is 🥴
Just ask the parts counter employee. For the correct fluid type and amount. I used 6 quarts. Always check fluid running and never overfill.
Ok cool I'm a heavy equipment tech but I like to do my home stuff at home
Note that Nissan says using other than Nissan ATF (called Matic S) will damage your car transmission.
From what I found out through Google, Eneos makes the transmission fluid for Nissan/Infiniti. The bottles are even exactly the same.
This has got to be the dumbest idea. Plenty of room for a dipstick and fill tube up the firewall.
I agree, yet all manufacturers are moving to these type of fluid checks unfortunately. They save millions not having to manufacture loads of dipsticks.