Nissan Almera transmission maintenance and repair

The fourth generation of the Nissan Almera will be unveiled in Florida in 2019 for the United States, and the following year in Canada. This latest model draws on the expertise of France's Renaultwithin the framework cooperation agreements with Nissan.

Depending on the model of your Nissan Almera and its year of production, the gearbox is likely to be different. First-generation models were equipped with a four-speed automatic gearboxThe latest versions have up to six speeds. More traditionally, the manual gearbox still offers five speeds across the range.

Whatever the type of gearbox fitted to your Nissan Almera, it's important to take care of it to avoid breakdowns. Discover all our our maintenance tips in this article!

Simple steps to keep your gearbox healthy

Adopting the right reflexes for everyday driving

Good driving habits can improve the life of the Nissan Almera gearbox gearbox significantly.

If your car is fitted with a manual gearbox, try never to drive "empty", i.e. with the clutch pedal depressed. Similarly, when making short stops, such as at traffic lights or in traffic jams, you should always shift back to neutral. You'll relieve the clutch pedal, and your foot at the same time.

As far as possible, avoid skipping too many gears at once. For this reason, you need to be particularly attentive to the road and your surroundings, so as to be able to anticipate obstacles as far as possible.

Finally, don't put your hand on the gearshift lever when you're not using it. contact with the gearbox's internal of the gearbox, causing premature wear.

With an automatic gearbox, this daily vigilance is simplified, since the car has no clutch system. The golden rule is never attempt to shift into an alternative gear (reverse or park) when the vehicle is not at a complete standstill.

Watch for signs of trouble

Several signals should alert you to an impending malfunction of your Nissan Almera gearbox Almera gearbox. If you know how to spot them, you can talk to a professional mechanic as soon as possible and prevent damage from spreading to other parts of your car. Describing these signs is also an important part of a reliable diagnosis, so don't hesitate to be vigilant !

Warning signs to watch out for include :

• All unusual noises squeaks, squeaks or rattles. Depending on the nature of the noise, the fault may be due to worn bearings or pinions, a defect on the input shaft, or failure of the thrust guide;
• Resistance from the clutch pedal or gear lever is often synonymous with a problem in the control cables or synchronizers. Sometimes, the flywheel is also affected;
• If the gearbox's internal locks have failed, you may experience a gear that jumps or refuses to engage;
• A general drop in performance (sluggish acceleration, reduced top speed, engine revving up) is the sign of a major automatic gearbox failure;
• A burning smell usually indicates a gearbox oil problem. An oil change is then necessary.

Check gearbox oil quality and carry out oil changes

Often ignored or confused with engine oil, gearbox oil is an essential component of the Nissan Almera's transmission system. As well as helping to dissipate heat and lubricate each component, this fluid also has detergent properties. Over time, metal particles metal particles saturate the oilwhich must then be changed.

This is usually done every 60,000 kilometers if you have an automatic gearbox. With a manual gearbox, you should expect to have it serviced every five years. Depending on your usage, this operation can be brought forward Don't hesitate to ask your garage for advice.

Gearbox repair: simple and advanced faults

Only the diagnosis of a professional mechanic can tell you what to do in the event of a problem with your Nissan Almera. Most gearbox-related faults can be dealt with in the garage, so the proposed solution will be straightforward.

However, in rarer cases, the mechanic may not be able to act due to a lack of time or resources, as the breakdown is too complex. In this case, he will advise you to replace the entire gearbox and there are several options open to you.

Buying a new box: simple, effective, but expensive

Buying a new box from your garage may seem like a good idea, but this solution has two major drawbacks: a high price and long delivery times. In fact, new boxes are intended primarily for vehicles leaving the factory, which makes these parts difficult to obtain.

The second-hand market: a trap to avoid

On the other hand, the second-hand market is to be avoided at all costs. Without being able to test the quality of the product you're buying, you won't be able to be sure that the gearbox is working properly before having it installed in your Nissan Almera. This lack of warranty means a high risk of having to start all over again in the near future.

Reconditioned gearboxes: the best of both worlds

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