CVT transmission. Workings. Advantages. Issues.
A thread.
CVT means Continuously Variable transmission, since gear ratios can be varied continuously and in infinitely small steps as opposed to conventional gearboxes which have 3/4/5/6 ratios (steps)
A thread.
CVT means Continuously Variable transmission, since gear ratios can be varied continuously and in infinitely small steps as opposed to conventional gearboxes which have 3/4/5/6 ratios (steps)
Advantages:
Compact
Lighter
Smoother
More fuel efficient
as compared to other GBs. Best suited for light cars, light loads and city driving
Compact
Lighter
Smoother
More fuel efficient
as compared to other GBs. Best suited for light cars, light loads and city driving
Cons:
Needs good cooling
Slow picking
Can not be used for heavy torque applications such towing and racing
Needs service (CVT fluid change)
Expensive to replace
Needs good cooling
Slow picking
Can not be used for heavy torque applications such towing and racing
Needs service (CVT fluid change)
Expensive to replace
The main issue with nissan CVTs is cooling, something the manufacturer admitted was not adequate. To prolong life, many owners upgraded their CVT coolers, which seemed to stem the issue.
CVT as a heat source exacerbates the already delicate cooling situation.
CVT as a heat source exacerbates the already delicate cooling situation.
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