![]() ![]() It also has less deposit formation due to its use of outstanding oxidation inhibitors. It has excellent shear stability for consistent shift and protection against wear.It maximises equipment life by maintaining wear protection and oil film thickness. Honda CVT Fluid is optimised for Honda wet start clutch and has excellent anti-shudder durability.I have always followed that schedule, and I have never experienced trans problems on any of my cars over the years. However, I am not that naive, and I will continue to use 30k miles as the interval for changing the fluid in my “conventional” 5 speed automatic Subaru trans. While it may contain them, it would seem that they are not necessary in a trans that does not rely on belts and cones.Īnd–unfortunately–Subaru claims that their CVT fluid only needs to be “inspected” every 30k miles, just like they now claim for their "conventional " ATs. While Subaru does specify a different trans fluid for its CVTs, as compared to its “conventional” ATs, I wonder whether their CVT fluid contains the rubber particles that you mentioned. Unlike the belt-driven CVT that was used in the old Justy model, Subaru’s new CVT utilizes a very wide roller chain, and steel cogs. The one with which I have the most familiarity is the CVT that Subaru began using as of the 2010 model year. Kcurt–I am not an expert on CVTs by any means, but I do want to correct a misconception that people may pick up from your post, namely that all CVTs utilize rubber belts and cones. ![]() It would be very helpful to the people looking for advice if before responding with what you “think” or what you “know”, you take some time to learn the actual facts. Don’t follow the recommended fluid change frequency and you are quite likely to damage the belt or cones. Normal ATF will not allow the belt to properly engage the cones and the belt or cones will wear out due to the slippage.Īdding ATF to a CVT will result in eventual death of the transmission - How fast it dies is directly related to the ratio of ATF to CVT fluid.Īdditionally, the more frequent fluid change schedule vs a normal automatic transmission is due to size reduction and decreasing efficacy of the rubber particles in the CVT fluid. CVT fluid is a combination of those two properties plus a friction ENHANCER - small particles of rubber dispersed in the fluid to allow the main belt to engage on the cones. ![]() It is not some marketing difference to weasel out of paying claims for “bad” transmissions.ĪTF is a combination lubricant and hydraulic fluid which is necessary to operate the various valves, bands etc within the transmission and lubricate the gears. Honda Genuine CVT Fluid has been developed exclusively for use in all Honda Continously Variable Transmissions. Many…Many of them are Caddyman - CVT transmission fluid is VASTLY different than normal ATF. Just remember all the garages that use to be out there 20 years ago. So don’t give up on them, honest repair shops and mechanics are very hard to find. Remember the technician is only human and also can make mistakes just like every other person out there. It sounds like a honest shop you went to, so chances are they will replace it and cover your expenses and what ever else might of occurred because of it. As they are doing in antifreeze advertising. So with all of the different types of fluids out there that are now being called universal and can be used in all transmissions. No where on the bottle did it say not to use in a CVT transmission. It does actually say that it is for All Honda Transmissions in a round about double speak way. I went and grabbed a latest version of Honda transmission fluid off of the stockroom shelf. I can see it actually happening totally by accident. Thought I would make a comment on the situation. Where can I find info on the actual life span of this car, not the predicted life-span? These are the points I will potentially have to argue on Monday so if anyone has any insight, please advise!Ĭould the wrong fluid cause a slow death? Does quantity not matter could 3.5 quarts do the damage? Should my car have lasted to 120k-160k? CVT’'s have shorter life spans and my car has 100k.the transmission lasted 20,000 miles on the wrong fluid.He admits to putting the wrong fluid in but is dubious because: On Monday let’s hope that the mechanic agrees to cover the cost. They speculated that the wrong fluid had been put in, and I confirmed this when I looked back at the work order from the mechanic who changed the fluid.Īs it stands the mechanic AND the dealership are looking around for a used transmission to put in the car. I only found out the wrong fluid was put in after my car died and the dealership looked at the fluid and saw that it was not the right color. ![]()
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