Originally Posted by
Sleepyeyes
So scouring threads I managed to find the part numbers for the CVT Main Filter, Aux Filter, and Aux Filter O-ring. I think I may have even found a source that has all the parts in stock, Cobra Transmission, though their part numbers are different and I'm not sure which of their listings is the right O-ring yet.
At 30k miles I plan on doing the transmission fluid drain myself. Until the warranty period is out I plan on utilizing the OEM fluid, after that I might deviate into either Redline or Amsoil. At this time I also plan on changing both the filters in the transmission so that any break-in contamination is removed.
My question is, after the first filter change, what should my replacement frequency be?
Right now I'm thinking Aux Filter every 30k miles and Main Filter (really it seems to just be a screen for big stuff) every 60k miles but I'm not sure.
Also since the CVT relies on the oil being warm, but not too warm, has anyone considered adding an electric warmer of some sorts for the winter?
I think that as long as you're not experiencing frigid temperatures (Single digit F, -20C) or colder you're ok. The owner's manual page 5-18 does give this warning though:
Startability of continuously variable transmission(CVT) vehicles with an ambienttemperature of -4 °F (-20 °C) or lowerWhen the ambient temperature is -4 °F (-20°C) or lower, it may not be possible to startfrom a standstill even with the selector leverin the “D” (DRIVE) or “R” (REVERSE)position.This phenomenon occurs because the transaxlehas not warmed up sufficiently; it doesnot indicate a problem. If this occurs, placethe selector lever in the “P” (PARK) positionand let the engine idle for at least 10 minutes.The transaxle will warm up, and you will beable to start normally.Do not leave the vehicle during warm-upoperation.
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