Maintenance
30
Mar
By Ishmael, IS Auto Repairs
CVT transmissions explained: care tips for Jamaican drivers
Most newer Toyotas, Hondas and Nissans in Jamaica use a CVT. They're efficient but sensitive.
Keep it alive
- Use only the correct CVT fluid for your make
- Service fluid every 40,000–60,000 km
- Avoid heavy towing
- Let the car roll before hard acceleration
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Warning signs
Whining, shuddering at take-off, RPM flaring, or a flashing 'D' light.
Don't believe 'lifetime fluid'
In Jamaican heat and traffic, 'lifetime' fluid breaks down. A drain-and-fill costs far less than a transmission.
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