Transmission fluid replacement (Nissan Primera P10)

Every two years or every 40,000 km (whichever comes first).

Through certain Specifications time/mileage intervals, the transmission fluid should be changed. Since the fluid remains hot for quite a long time after the engine is turned off, perform this procedure only after the engine has completely cooled down.

Before starting work, purchase the transmission fluid specified in Section Types and volumes of lubricants and fluids used.

Other tools required for this procedure include supports to secure the vehicle in a raised position, a drain container with a capacity of at least 7 liters, newspapers and a clean rag.

1. Jack up the vehicle and securely place it on supports.

2. Remove the drain plug from the side of the transmission and drain the fluid into a clean container.

3. Carefully clean all metal particles from the magnet, if present.

4. Fill the gearbox as described above. The total volume of oil to be filled into the gearbox is 7.0L, but a certain amount of oil remains in the gearbox, which means that the gearbox should be filled slowly until the fluid level on the dipstick matches the required value.

5. Lower the vehicle and add the required amount of fluid through the filler neck (see section Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid Level).

6. Place the transmission in "P" (Park) and set the parking brake, then run the engine at idle speed without pressing the accelerator pedal.

7. Move the selector lever through all the gears and return it to the "P" (Park) position. Check the fluid level.

8. After the first few trips, check the underside of the vehicle for fluid leaks.