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CVT Fluid

Critical For Operation

Transmission

Lubricates and enables operation of a continuously variable transmission.

CVT fluid is a specially formulated fluid for continuously variable transmissions, providing friction characteristics the belt/pulley or chain system needs that differ from conventional ATF. It breaks down with heat and mileage like other transmission fluids.

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Typical part cost
$30–$120🔒
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Typical labor cost
$80–$200🔒
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Typically lasts
30,000–60,000 mi
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Or about
2.0–4.0 years
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DIY difficulty
3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the CVT Fluid is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Shuddering or jerking while driving
Whining noise
Slipping or hesitation
Transmission warning light
Burnt smell

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Add CVT Fluid

No standard interval on file

CVT Fluid Change

No standard interval on file

Replace CVT Fluid

No standard interval on file

Flush CVT Fluid

No standard interval on file