GFXman Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 After reading that apparently the 370GT 7 speed doesn't need servicing during it's lifetime, I was skeptical. Sounded like a scam to me for Nissan to sell you a new transmission when it dies. My transmission has felt pretty average since I imported the car so I figured I'd get mine serviced to be on the safe side; being at 63,000kms i figured now was as good a time as any to get it done. Booked into MV Automatics and was driving off 90 mins later. Definitely recommend MV Autos. Car is shifting as smooth as butter Will give it some stick later tonight to see if there's any improvement in WOT shift times Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 After reading that apparently the 370GT 7 speed doesn't need servicing during it's lifetime, I was skeptical. Sounded like a scam to me for Nissan to sell you a new transmission when it dies. My transmission has felt pretty average since I imported the car so I figured I'd get mine serviced to be on the safe side; being at 63,000kms i figured now was as good a time as any to get it done. Booked into MV Automatics and was driving off 90 mins later. Definitely recommend MV Autos. Car is shifting as smooth as butter Will give it some stick later tonight to see if there's any improvement in WOT shift times Very useful information to know Joolz... How much did you pay for this? I'm considering doing it with mine too Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7503431 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkn23 Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 what did the service include? too bad they're not in sydney Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7503463 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFXman Posted March 25, 2015 Author Share Posted March 25, 2015 Service was $285 I don't actually know what it involved; I just wanted it done... Ignorance is bliss I've read it's a difficult job on the 7 speed so I was more than happy to pay a pro to handle it. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7503482 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Max Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 At $285, I'd want to know what he did. I suspect it was just a fluid flush and change. That's generally all an auto transmission service is. 1 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7503491 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFXman Posted March 25, 2015 Author Share Posted March 25, 2015 I figured with the price of the fluid, and then labour it seemed fair enough. Far better than me trying to do it If you are curious, I'm sure Michael would be happy to go over what's involved; he's very helpful Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7503516 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Max Posted March 25, 2015 Share Posted March 25, 2015 Yep, makes perfectly good sense to me too. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7503552 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFXman Posted March 26, 2015 Author Share Posted March 26, 2015 I think my initial impressions were a bit of a placebo effect; it's really not that much different to before the service. However... I took the car for a quick sprint through the hills on the way home from work tonight. wow The difference is night and day. It's like a different car! Under hard acceleration it shifts so quick now! I was feeling disheartened with this car since I imported it with such lazy gear changes and was considering selling it for a manual coupe but I'm so happy now; the shifts are so good It's almost like before I was driving the car around with a slipping transmission or something. Even general in-gear acceleration feels much stronger... it actually feels like a 240kw car which it just didn't before. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504161 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I think my initial impressions were a bit of a placebo effect; it's really not that much different to before the service. However... I took the car for a quick sprint through the hills on the way home from work tonight. wow The difference is night and day. It's like a different car! Under hard acceleration it shifts so quick now! I was feeling disheartened with this car since I imported it with such lazy gear changes and was considering selling it for a manual coupe but I'm so happy now; the shifts are so good It's almost like before I was driving the car around with a slipping transmission or something. Even general in-gear acceleration feels much stronger... it actually feels like a 240kw car which it just didn't before. Excellent first hand feedback... I'm really considering doing this when my V36 Skyline arrives... Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504242 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mkn23 Posted March 26, 2015 Share Posted March 26, 2015 I think my initial impressions were a bit of a placebo effect; it's really not that much different to before the service. However... I took the car for a quick sprint through the hills on the way home from work tonight. wow The difference is night and day. It's like a different car! Under hard acceleration it shifts so quick now! I was feeling disheartened with this car since I imported it with such lazy gear changes and was considering selling it for a manual coupe but I'm so happy now; the shifts are so good It's almost like before I was driving the car around with a slipping transmission or something. Even general in-gear acceleration feels much stronger... it actually feels like a 240kw car which it just didn't before. is yours tuned at all? still stock? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504270 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GFXman Posted March 27, 2015 Author Share Posted March 27, 2015 Car is stock except for cat back exhaust Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504462 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scotty nm35 Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 They probably put a thinner fluid in, that would make the shifts faster. Did you supply fluids? Most transmission places just use Dextron3. It's what they put in my rebuilt 5 speed. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504535 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AsM Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 They probably put a thinner fluid in, that would make the shifts faster. Did you supply fluids? Most transmission places just use Dextron3. It's what they put in my rebuilt 5 speed. Any downside to using a thinner fluid Scott? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504680 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDCAT Posted March 27, 2015 Share Posted March 27, 2015 I would say, when it is +40 degrees outside plus driving harsh like almost all of us do.... I would definitely not want a thin oil in my gearbox. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7504762 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSP Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Wanting to take bae (v36) for a service. Now, wanting a transmission service too. Can I get some recommendations on transmission fluids and mechanics in Melbourne? Also some recommendations for engine oil will be highly appreciated. Hows Mobile 1 0w -40w for the V36? Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7516518 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSP Posted April 15, 2015 Share Posted April 15, 2015 Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7516519 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haxorz Posted June 4, 2019 Share Posted June 4, 2019 Hey guys - this is going to sound silly. My previous mechanic told me it was a sealed unit, but my new one tells me it does require servicing. It's more than just fluid, there is a filter as well (and gasket I assume). Either way - looking forward to my smoother auto... $290 at Kmart Tyre and Auto service. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7907226 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiwiRS4T Posted June 5, 2019 Share Posted June 5, 2019 23 hours ago, Haxorz said: Hey guys - this is going to sound silly. My previous mechanic told me it was a sealed unit, but my new one tells me it does require servicing. It's more than just fluid, there is a filter as well (and gasket I assume). Either way - looking forward to my smoother auto... $290 at Kmart Tyre and Auto service. Hope your new mechanic knows whether its a CVT or standard auto box. Yes "sealed " units (no dipstick) still require servicing unless you can afford to buy a new car every 100,000km Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7907369 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DashyyPC Posted June 5, 2019 Share Posted June 5, 2019 23 hours ago, Haxorz said: Hey guys - this is going to sound silly. My previous mechanic told me it was a sealed unit, but my new one tells me it does require servicing. It's more than just fluid, there is a filter as well (and gasket I assume). Either way - looking forward to my smoother auto... $290 at Kmart Tyre and Auto service. manual states its "optional" To flush the ATF every 50,000 km. Also says to use "Nissan Matic S" only. Which i just used penrite equivalent. My shifting was smoother with the paddles after but to be honest i didnt notice much difference over time haha. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7907372 Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Max Posted June 10, 2019 Share Posted June 10, 2019 On 6/5/2019 at 2:08 PM, DashyyPC said: My shifting was smoother with the paddles after but to be honest i didnt notice much difference over time haha. A smooth shifting auto means that there's a little more slippage going from one gear to the next. That would concern me a little if it shifted more firmly beforehand. Link to comment https://www.sau.com.au/forums/topic/455107-v36-auto-transmission-service/#findComment-7907797 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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