How many liters of transmission fluid does the X-Trail require?
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The X-Trail requires approximately 4 to 6 liters of transmission fluid for a manual oil change (gravity drain method), while a machine-assisted oil change requires about 9 to 12 liters. Different models have varying replacement intervals. Below are the recommended replacement cycles for transmission fluid: Manual Transmission: Manual transmission fluid is generally recommended to be replaced every three years or approximately 100,000 kilometers. Automatic Transmission: Automatic transmission fluid is typically recommended to be replaced every two years or around 40,000 kilometers. Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT): CVT fluid is usually advised to be replaced every two years or roughly 60,000 kilometers. The methods for replacing transmission fluid are as follows: Loosen the drain plug at the bottom of the transmission to drain the old fluid before refilling. Remove the transmission oil pan directly to drain and refill the fluid: This method is more thorough than the previous one, as it allows for the removal of debris from the bottom of the oil pan. Use a circulation machine to replace automatic transmission fluid: A smart circulation machine enables dynamic oil changes, filtering and cleaning sludge and debris from the automatic transmission.
Speaking of the X-Trail's transmission fluid quantity, I've driven one for several years. When changing the oil, the technician mentioned it requires about 7 to 8 liters, depending on the CVT version. This figure is based on completely draining the old fluid before refilling with new oil—never do a partial change. There might be a slight variation of up to 0.5 liters between different model years, like the 2018 version or older models, but it's safer to prepare 8 liters. Always choose genuine Nissan NS-3 specification fluid—never use generic oil, as it can cause premature transmission wear. For routine maintenance, replace the fluid every 50,000 km to avoid breakdowns on the road.
