Need CVT Replaced?
Very critical time as my CVT has 800 km extended warranty left. Suggestions?
About 15,000 km back I thought my power steering was starting to whine. Serviced, added new fluid and conditioner -no change. Checked more closely, stethoscope on power steering -no whine. Stethoscope on CVT and hear definite whine. Can hear whine change in pitch/volume slightly when shifting from neutral to Reverse or Drive. Whine is louder in hotter weather or after highway driving. A few cold starts, I have had nothing, no shift, when shifting into R or D from cold start. Repeat shift a couple times and all works again, but seems very slow to engage.
Beginning about the same time, I can no longer hold a steady 25 or 30 kph in school zones. CVT seems to coast then re-engage. Speed cycles uncomfortably from 25-35 kph as I fight to hold it steady. It feels like there is wear spot? Steel belt wear? At the lower speed it seems the CVT cannot hold a steady, engaged gear ratio? Above 35 kph works fine except for all-speed, noticeable whine. Whine definitely sounds like a pump on its way out to me.
Fluid level and color okay. Has been serviced, but never flushed. No leaks or other problems.
Would like to go to 300,000 km+ with this car. Brand new 120,000 km warranty on pricey, smooth, quiet Nokian All-Season tires
