How many liters of oil are needed for a gravity change in the 16th-gen Sylphy CVT?

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JamesonLee
07/30/25 8:00am
16th-gen Sylphy CVT requires 4-5 liters of oil for a gravity change. Below is a detailed introduction about the Sylphy: 1. Overview: The Sylphy is a mid-size sedan under Dongfeng Motor Co., Ltd., and is one of the most typical mainstream family cars in the Chinese market (alongside models like the Octavia PRO, Sagitar, Lavida, Corolla, and Bora). Its fuel consumption ranges from 4.9 to 6.1L/100km, with a displacement of 1.6L. 2. Others: It is equipped with a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine that meets the China VI emission standards, delivering a maximum power of 99kW (135 horsepower) and a peak torque of 159Nm. The transmission system is paired with a CVT gearbox. It also features the new Nissan-Connect super-smart system and an external 8-inch HD capacitive touchscreen.
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