Inspection and Judgment: Inspection

2013 Nissan-Datsun Juke SL, 4WDSECTION Inspection
  1. Inspect the amount of engine oil. Replenish the engine oil if necessary.
  2. Drive for about 10 minutes to warm up the vehicle so that the CVT fluid temperature is 50 to 80Β°C (122 to 176Β°F). Inspect the amount of CVT fluid. Replenish if necessary.
    Fig 1: Warming Up The Vehicle
    G08706737Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  3. Securely engage the parking brake so that the tires do not turn.
  4. Install a tachometer where it can be seen by driver during test.
    NOTE: It is good practice to mark the point of specified engine rpm on indicator.
  5. Start engine, apply foot brake, and place selector lever in "D" position.
    Fig 2: Engaging Parking Brake
    G08706738Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  6. While holding down the foot brake, gradually press down the accelerator pedal.
  7. Quickly read off the stall speed, and then quickly remove your foot from the accelerator pedal.
    CAUTION: Never hold down the accelerator pedal for more than 5 seconds during this test.

    Stall speed: Refer toΒ  "STALL SPEEDΒ ".

    Fig 3: Holding Down Foot Brake, Gradually Press Down Accelerator Pedal
    G08706739Courtesy of NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
  8. Move the selector lever to the "N" position.
  9. Cool down the CVT fluid.
    CAUTION: Run the engine at idle for at least 1 minute.
  10. Repeat steps Β 6 through Β 9 with selector lever in "R" position.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.