How many kilograms does a Mitsubishi Outlander automatic transmission weigh? What box is on the Outlander?

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The Mitsubishi Outlander is an excellent car for residents of modern cities; it has excellent handling, excellent cross-country ability and, thanks to its high ground clearance, allows you to easily overcome bumps. Among other things, the car is characterized by increased comfort and a high level of safety. Mitsubishi Outlander - Full Time 4WD drive with a self-locking center differential allows optimal distribution of traction between the axles depending on changing road surface conditions. Independent suspension for each wheel provides precise handling and stability when cornering and at high speeds.

On the other hand, the steering column is now adjustable in both height and depth, making it much easier to find a comfortable driving position; In addition, the seats provide good lumbar and side support. However, when this car feels at its best, it fluctuates between 000 and 200 rpm. In this area, the response to the accelerator is very fast and the car gains more speed. We can't judge their performance in the field because we barely covered a couple of kilometers to survey and the mud track was in very good condition.

One thing that attracts a lot of attention is the low noise level that is perceived inside the cabin at any speed, making the journey perfect and not annoying. However, almost all of this is due to the engine itself, which vibrates very little and is very "discreet". In fact, if we open the hood, we don't see large pieces of plastic or soundproofing plates.

The Respect Auto service center is equipped with dealer diagnostic equipment recommended by special tools. The center's specialists have extensive experience working with Mitsubishi cars, including with official representatives, and are very familiar with the features of repair and maintenance of Mitsubishi cars of various models and years of manufacture.

Prices won't be available until October when it goes on sale in our country. Your main rival? In the meantime, we leave you with the impressions that aroused us during the first contact on the roads of the Levantine coast. Although it is true that my interest was focused on its extended range of all-electric autonomy, its hybrid powertrain and its official emissions.

The Japanese have a good product among their ranks. We also appreciate the important changes here, especially in terms of sound insulation. The feeling is similar to entering another atmosphere of silence, especially when moving. Both are powered by 12 kWh lithium-ion batteries that require 5 hours to fully charge on a household electrical outlet, while fast charging can be completed in just 30 minutes.

With a high level of quality of services provided, the center’s management also pays great attention to its accessibility. We draw your attention to the cost of repairing Mitsubishi Outlander >>

Malfunctions and repair features of Mitsubishi Outlander.

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On the other hand, we have a Save mode that saves battery power for later use. In this mode, the gasoline engine or internal combustion engine runs to prevent the battery from draining. Noise levels are very low and allow other aspects of the environment to be assessed. Its mechanical performance matches its specifications, but what really surprises is its combined cycle consumption. When the battery is fully charged, it's easy to record the official costs, and once you've depleted the battery, the consumption isn't much higher.

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Let's talk about the hardware level. Also available are adaptive cruise control, front pillar collision mitigation system, lane departure warning system and unintended acceleration mitigation system. We can add a five-year warranty on the vehicle and eight years on the batteries.

There may seem to be little news, but not only the only changes that the model received. What does not change is its excellent habitability, with enough space for the five passengers it can carry and one with a capacity of almost 500 liters, which, incidentally, is accessed through an electrically operated gate.

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Gearboxes in action: “Manual” or “automatic”? “Robot” or “variator”? The problem of choice one way or another faces every motorist who chooses a new or used foreign car.

So, types of gearboxes:

1. Classic "mechanics"
2. Robotic manual transmission
3. Automatic transmission
4. Automatic variator gearbox

Let's look at the features, typical breakdowns and cost of gearbox repair using the example of two brands - Hyundai and Mitsubishi. An expert will help us with this - Sergey Dmitriev, head of the metalwork shop at the Hyundai service center of the BLOCK company.

The culprit is the hybrid system because the electric motor, which is responsible for propelling the rear wheels, does not allow you to fit two additional seats in the trunk, nor does it allow you to equip a spare tire that has been replaced with a puncture repair kit.

The first thing that stands out to anyone who climbs in this SUV is its low noise level, which makes riding with this model especially pleasant. This is one of the aspects that the brand claims to have improved, and the truth is that it shows from the first meters and above all when we demand maximum power for acceleration.

In terms of performance, the classic manual transmission is at the forefront: it is with such a gearbox that you can achieve maximum fuel economy with the appropriate driving style. Maintenance of “mechanics” comes down to a scheduled oil change of a small volume (usually about 2.5 - 3 liters, cost about 500 rubles per liter), and the service life with proper operation goes far beyond the warranty mileage of 100 thousand km.

The suspension is soft and filters out road imperfections very well, but at the same time prevents excessive body swing. In any case, you should know that this car is not intended for spirited driving, because it clearly prefers comfort, and also in this situation you will not be able to use its propulsion system. A system that is ideal for those who usually travel through urban areas and have the odd road trip at certain times.

This is theoretical because in practice you will have a hard time traveling 33 kilometers using electricity as your only source of propulsion. And as soon as the load is exhausted, fuel consumption increases. If you intend to use it mainly in the city, with specific breaks throughout the year, this shouldn't be a problem. The low cost you'll get on a daily basis will offset the additional cost of using this car on long trips that may drain your battery.

Typical mechanical transmission faults on Hyundai cars include noise from the input shaft bearings, wear on the differential pinion pinion axles, and wear on the release bearing guide on “younger” models - Gets, Accent, Elantra, Matrix. These breakdowns are usually caused by rough operation of the unit and can appear after a mileage of about 50-60 thousand km. The cost of repairs is about 45 - 60 thousand rubles, which again depends on the general condition of the gearbox. Manual transmissions of the “older” Hyundai models - Sonata, Grandeur, Tucson, Santa Fe, H-1, etc. - are much more reliable, no widespread malfunctions were noted, despite the fact that the mileage of many vehicles exceeded well over 250 thousand km.

Classic manual transmission

And in the case of cities such as Madrid, which apply traffic restrictions, when pollution levels are high, you can always access the center. However, it takes about four hours to fully charge, and with a quick connection, the time is reduced to 30 minutes to reach 80% of the total. Of course, the brand, as is usually the case, does not recommend using this system, as it reduces battery life.

If you don't want to plug it in regularly, it offers other formulas for charging the battery, although they are much less economical. The second option, which uses braking to restore energy, is not as effective, but it is very practical. And is that in addition to doing it automatically when we lift our foot of the accelerator, it is possible to change the level of hold with the help of those behind the wheel. In this latter case, there is practically no need to brake, since the braking speed is very high.

The manual transmissions of Mitsubishi cars are also very reliable; our company has never disassembled the manual transmissions of some models for repairs. The only exception is the gearbox of the LancerX: on this model, bearing noise is often noted with a relatively short mileage of 40-50 thousand km.

As a specialist from the BLOCK service center emphasizes, unlike an automatic transmission, “in addition” to the “mechanics” we get a clutch unit that has a certain resource and, accordingly, requires repair when the resource is exhausted. The cost of repairing a manual transmission clutch assembly in some cases can be comparable to the cost of repairing a manual transmission.

Mitsubishi doesn't go with little girls, and the brand doesn't want to give in to a storyline where they were once the main characters. Mitsubishi wants to become a level playing field player in this segment and so the brand was clear that it had to evolve. This lowers the cost of entry and tends to include the younger customer. There are few changes, but they are relevant. The front fascia changes slightly with a new grille, LEDs and chrome in various areas of the vehicle. On the reverse side, the optics change their appearance and are integrated slightly into the gate.

Gearbox "robot" (robotic gearbox)

Next on the list would be logical to install a robotic gearbox. In fact, a “robot” is an ordinary mechanical box controlled by a computer using special electric drives - so-called actuators. This box has all the advantages of a manual transmission, plus an automatic gear change function and the absence of a clutch pedal. Among the shortcomings are some “thoughtfulness” when switching (the problem was partially solved by changing the control program), rapid wear of the clutch disc (sometimes replacement is required after a mileage of 20-30 thousand km), as well as low reliability of actuators and sensors at their rather high cost (the clutch actuator costs about 25 thousand rubles, the gear selection actuator costs about 35 thousand rubles, the gearbox fork position sensor costs about 7 thousand rubles). In practice, the disadvantages outweigh the advantages of the “robot”, and that is why gearboxes of this type are not widely used and are usually installed only on the lowest models of the range. In particular, Mitsubishi has a “robot” only on the Colt model, and Hyundai does not equip its cars with such gearboxes at all.

It also changes the style of the bumper, which makes it look wider. What has been converted is the length, to reach 4.69 meters. In the test carried out on these Access models, we found the front seats to be significantly improved. In the back, the seats have plenty of legroom, which is appreciated on intermediate and long journeys. The backrests can be reclined, which increases comfort. The boot capacity is 550 litres, which can be expanded by folding the rear seats down to 718 litres.

It has rings for storing luggage and has a double bottom floor that allows you to store a lot of things out of sight. Body stiffness is another modified aspect. This change is noticeable in the treatment of the curved area, offering a more comfortable dynamism than in the previous generation.

Gearbox "Automatic"

An automatic gearbox of a classic design is a unit that is more expensive to operate due to a slightly larger amount of oil to be replaced (usually about 4.5 - 5 liters for partial and 6.5-8 liters for complete replacement, cost about 350 rubles per liter ) and higher fuel consumption (about 0.5-1.5 liters) due to the presence of a torque converter and associated hydraulic losses. Among the typical malfunctions of automatic transmissions of younger Hyundai models - Getz, Accent, Elantra, Matrix, as well as in the case of “mechanics”, we can note wear of bearings, differential pinion axles, which manifests itself after a mileage of 60-80 thousand km, as well as wear of the supporting bushings of the front clutch package, leading to damage to the oil pump, which in turn causes a drop in oil pressure, slipping of the clutches, their destruction and ultimately requires a complete overhaul of the automatic transmission (90-150 thousand rubles). This malfunction is typical for automatic machines manufactured before 2005, with a mileage of 60-80 thousand km. On boxes produced after 2005, a bearing is used instead of a bushing, and this problem is no longer observed.

It has important safety features such as a knee airbag for the driver, brake assist, and hill start assist. It also introduces items that other Competition models may show as optional on Access versions, such as a rearview camera, levers behind the steering wheel and dual-zone climate control. From our point of view, this is a very good buying option based on the performance, hardware and price offered.

With this presentation card, we can already guess that the propeller will not be a sugar cane, but an effective one. The motor has good power delivery and it has claws. It offers good performance both on the road and on forest roads. The suspension is somewhat soft, but becomes an ally on unpaved roads, as it makes the car much more comfortable. It only has front-wheel drive, but it's no problem to be efficient on all terrains. The price is 400 euros and the only option is metallic paint.

Automatic transmissions of older Hyundai models, like manual transmissions, are more reliable than those of younger ones. Typical malfunctions include the destruction of the third-fourth gear clutch pack on Tucson vehicles with 2.0 and 2.7 liter gasoline engines, which also leads to the need to overhaul the automatic transmission. On Elantra New cars, there have been cases of failure of the hydraulic control unit of the box (repair cost - 40 thousand rubles). Sensors that measure the speed of rotation of automatic transmission shafts also fail, which in principle is not an expensive repair (5-7 thousand rubles).

The car then received technical refinement and saw its safety systems improve. Finally, the behavior of this new generation was placed under the sign of gentleness. You would have thought that this model would have some success, but it did not, at least not in the way the builder had hoped. And the reason was obvious. The front part had a special appearance that discouraged potential buyers.

It was necessary to come up with something more significant. Two chrome-plated horizontal bars form a new grille that overlaps a black section whose slots allow air to flow into the engine compartment. In the cockpit, we spent a lot of time modifying parts while improving the quality of materials. The information screen has simplified controls, and a photochromic mirror is available on some models. Please note that a third row of seats can be ordered through certain equipment configurations.

Mitsubishi automatics are very reliable. The exception is the boxes of the Pajero 3 and 4 models, in which there are cases of destruction of the planetary mechanism, leading to damage to many expensive parts and entailing the replacement of the complete unit (repair 150+ thousand rubles).

CVT gearbox

The variator is the most expensive unit to operate (the amount of oil ranges from 3.5 - 4 liters with a partial replacement and about 8 liters with a full replacement, while the cost of one liter is 1000 rubles). The variator is designed in such a way that when the car is moving, the engine operates most of the time in the optimal torque delivery zone. Theoretically, this has a positive effect on fuel consumption and reduces emissions of harmful substances, but is not fully realized due to the mandatory presence of a torque converter (albeit smaller compared to the torque converter of an “automatic”) and the associated hydraulic losses. In addition, the main unit of the variator - the belt and the pulleys associated with it - have a short resource and, during active use, sometimes begin to slip after a mileage of 80-100 thousand km. Only a few variator parts are supplied as spare parts; the belt and pulleys are not included in them; accordingly, if these parts malfunction, the variator assembly is replaced. Also, in the case of a variator, there are cases of failure of hydraulic control units (repairs cost about 80 thousand rubles).

Given its size, this is the place to go for troubleshooting. In short, this new generation has acquired grace and sophistication. In fact, every mechanical element has been updated and improved. However, this year, 26% less torque loss from this transmission provides faster acceleration and response while reducing fuel consumption.

It is recommended to use super gasoline. Eco mode: The front drive wheels are used most of the time before transferring some torque to the rear wheels in the event of a slip. Automatic mode adjusts torque proportionally to the wheels that have the most traction.

Mitsubishi Outlander CVT repair

After cars with continuously variable transmissions began to be imported en masse into Russia, opinions about their reliability, advantages and disadvantages constantly differ. The word “variator” has become a kind of horror story for motorists. They began to say about them that this type of transmission is unsuitable for repair, unreliable, and completely unadapted to domestic road conditions. So should you count on the reliability of the Mitsubishi Outlander CVT?

In the recent past, all Japanese manufacturers, without exception, began to install V-belt gearboxes on their cars. It would seem, why equip new car models, sold almost all over the world, with unviable transmission systems? To understand this issue, you need to understand whether continuously variable transmissions are really that unreliable, and is it even worth choosing them when buying a car?

In this case we will talk about the V-belt version. This type of continuously variable transmission is the most common, as it is installed on cars with a volume of up to two liters, which means that Mitsubishi Outlander SUVs are also equipped with them.

CVT repair Mitsubishi Outlander xl

When the question arises about the reliability of a particular component in a car, the first thing you should consider is its service life. The CVT on the Mitsubishi Outlander has the same feature as all continuously variable transmissions. Its lifespan does not exceed the service life of the car itself.

For manufacturers of Japanese cars, this is, in principle, logical. Why supply parts and components for a one-off gearbox? And if it (the box) breaks down, it means that its time has come, and it’s easier to change the car to a new one instead of trying to repair the old one. That is, if the car must travel 300 thousand km, during this time the CVT should not break down. This suggests that the Mitsubishi Outlander CVT is, after all, reliable.

This is a theory, in practice everything is not as ideal as we would like. The fact is that many factors can significantly reduce the service life of the gearbox. These include bad roads, because manufacturers advise against driving on rough terrain, and improper operation of the gearbox.

If we talk specifically about CVT, then the resource of the Mitsubishi Outlander variator is from 150 to 200 thousand km.

Many are also interested in the question of what is better, CVT or step transmissions.

CVT Mitsubishi Outlander

It is worth noting that all three types of transmission have their advantages and disadvantages, therefore, when buying a car with a CVT, a car enthusiast should know about the pros and cons of the gearbox. Compared to stepped transmissions, CVTs have the following advantages:

• such a box allows you to change the speed at the same speed;
• the car accelerates faster;
• the driver does not waste time changing gears;
• the car rides smoother, without jolts;
• fuel is saved.

Flaws:

• shortage of replacement parts;
• Even for a crossover, frequent driving on bad roads is not recommended, as this will cause the unit to fail faster.

How difficult is CVT repair and how is it carried out?

This is not to say that there are no components for CVT on the parts market at all, they are just very difficult to get. In the CIS, only one company is engaged in the purchase of parts and repair of V-belt transmissions, and this is Kensi Transmission. She took care not only of the supply of components, but also of the purchase of equipment for accurate CVT diagnostics.

Service life of the Mitsubishi Outlander variator

Repairing such gearboxes cannot be called too complicated. A typical problem with all breakdowns is stretching of the metal belt, which leads to the gearbox slipping and the impossibility of its normal operation. The belt is held on by terminals, which also wear out over time. The only correct solution in this case is to replace the old belt with a new one. If necessary, the terminals are also replaced.

It would seem that there is nothing complicated here, if not for the shortage of spare parts. At ordinary service stations proceed as follows:

• buy used CVTs;
• remove the necessary spare parts from them;
• install a belt on a CVT that requires repair.

In essence, the car owner in this case is playing the lottery: the probability that the belt on a used gearbox will not stretch is approximately 50 percent.

If you entrust the transmission repair to the Kensi company, the outcome of the repair is guaranteed to be positive, since only new parts ordered directly from the original manufacturer will be installed on the transmission.

In the first case, on half of the cars, slipping occurs again after about a week. In the second, the transmission literally gets a second life, and will be able to last as long as it has already served the car owner.

Interesting: Characteristic disadvantages of Mitsubishi Pajero

Typical diseases of the variator on Outlander

One of the typical diseases of CVTs on Outlander is constant overheating, especially in the summer. The reason for this situation is that Outlanders do not have any type of transmission cooling system installed. As a result, when driving a hundred kilometers, the CVT begins to overheat greatly. Because of this, the likelihood of a serious breakdown increases many times over after several tens of thousands of mileage.

The transmission may hum when the vehicle is running. Most likely the bearings have failed. A common problem is a stretched V-belt. But these are rather common diseases for all V-belt boxes.

Cooling the variator when overheated

It is undoubtedly possible to avoid overheating of the gearbox on a Mitsubishi Outlander. The first option is not to drive for a long time at high speeds. But many do not want to put up with this inconvenience, since the machine is capable of more.

The second option is to install a cooling radiator. Fortunately, a radiator costs tens of times less than a continuously variable transmission, so many drivers pay for this service at service centers, and some install the cooling system themselves.

What fluid is best to pour into the variator?

Any variator should only be filled with the liquid the use of which is prescribed by the manufacturer. That is, an original product for one or another model of continuously variable transmissions. In this case we have a CVT JF011FE from the manufacturer jatco. Accordingly, you only need to fill DIA QUEEN CVTF-J1.

CVT jatco

Model JF011FE from the Japanese company jatco is widely popular. Today, cars of such brands as Nissan, Citrien, Suzuki, Renault and Mitsubishi are equipped with these gearboxes.

The manufacturer does not provide for the possibility of replacing the fluid, since it is filled in for the entire service life. But we must not forget about the peculiarities of Russian roads and the absence of a cooling radiator in the Mitsubishi Outlander XL, which leads to a loss of transmission fluid properties.

In conclusion, we present a table with the disadvantages and advantages of the CVT on the Mitsubishi Outlander XL.

The CVT transmission belongs to the class of continuously variable transmissions. Cars began to be equipped with such gearboxes relatively recently. The Outlander variator is a structurally complex unit that requires careful use and timely maintenance. We will talk about this, as well as the disadvantages of CVT transmissions, below.

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Design and principle of operation

First, let's look at how the CVT transmission works in a Mitsubishi car of 2008, 2010, 2011, 2012 and other years of production. The principle of operation is based on a smooth change in the torque of the power unit within the adjustment intervals established by the manufacturer.

Outlander CVT disassembled

The Outlander variator includes the following elements:

• the variator itself;
• clutch mechanism;
• device for activating reverse speed;
• control module.

In new and old Outlander cars, the operation of the CVT transmission is controlled by a control system that is designed to perform the following functions:

• clutch control, determining the moment to separate the gearbox from the power unit;
• control of the functioning of the planetary device;
• changing the gear ratio between transmission shafts;
• ensuring the operation of the reversing device to activate reverse gear.

The principle of operation of the CVT system in cars produced in 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and other years of production is based on the simultaneous change in the diameters of the drive and driven pulleys. The dimensions of these elements change through the action of a special drive. When the machine is stationary, the drive shaft has a small diameter, and the driven shaft has a large diameter. As a result of the start of movement and an increase in speed of the power unit, the dimensions of the elements change. As a result, the diameter of the drive shaft increases, and the diameter of the driven shaft decreases.

The transmission system control module receives data from various controllers. The operation of this device is related to the speed parameters of the power unit, the tire pressure, the functioning of the ABS traction control system, etc. The data entering the central processor is filtered. Therefore, the control module automatically adjusts the operation of the unit to a certain gear ratio. A key feature of Outlander CVTs is that such units cannot independently activate reverse gear in the car. To implement this function, vehicles use a planetary gearbox. Its operating principle is similar to that of a traditional automatic transmission.

Outlander variator chain

When the driver of a car with a CVT drives a vehicle, he performs the same actions as when working with an automatic transmission. But in this case, the car enthusiast only needs to select a certain mode, the control system will do the rest for him. Using the central processor, the gear ratio can be fixed.

When accelerating a vehicle, the crankshaft usually operates at the same speed, which is why many owners criticize the variator in their reviews because they do not feel the car accelerate as a result of a smooth increase in speed.

This operating scheme is relevant for all Outlander models, regardless of mileage and year of manufacture.

Basic faults

Now let’s look at what problems and malfunctions affect the lifespan of CVTs in the Mitsubishi Outlander:

1. Wear of cone bearings. If the bearing devices break down, the operation of the CVT transmission is accompanied by hum and noise. In practice, parts can fail after 50 thousand kilometers.
2. Break in the variator chain. Outlander transmissions use metal belts consisting of steel plates connected to each other using special belts. The strap is in contact with the sides of the cone pulleys. The latter have special notches designed to improve grip. If these elements begin to wear out, this will lead to failure of the unit. Experts recommend checking the condition of the circuits from time to time.
3. The need to repair the transmission unit may arise if the input controllers break down. We are talking about the transmission oil temperature sensor, the rotation regulator of the driven and drive shafts, pressure controllers in the main line, etc. If the devices break down, this is due either to their wear or mechanical damage. Sometimes the cause is liquid getting on the controller.
4. Problems with the electronic control system. With such problems, it may be difficult to enable different operating modes of the gearbox. Often, when the electronic unit breaks down, the gearbox operates with jerks and kicks, and vibrates.
5. Malfunctions in the operation of actuators and devices. We are talking about pressure solenoid valves in the main line, as well as in the driven pulley, planetary device, etc.

The video on the channel Ambulance for your unit shows the process of repairing the Outlander transmission.

Troubleshooting

You can check for errors in the operation of the gearbox using computer diagnostics. To do this, you can contact a service station or try to do everything yourself. To determine the problem, you will need a laptop with diagnostic software, as well as an adapter to connect to the diagnostic connector. Having connected to the plug, the verification utility is launched, which reads all the fault codes remaining in the memory of the control module. Using these codes you can decipher the problem.

How to solve problems with the checkpoint:

1. Failed bearing elements must be replaced. Their use in a worn-out state will lead to destruction. As a result, bearing wear products can clog the channels of the lubrication system of the CVT unit.
2. To prevent a serious problem, it is necessary to periodically check the condition of the circuit. A broken belt must be replaced.
3. Input sensors fail rarely. Typically, a malfunction in their operation is associated with damage to the electrical wiring to which the controller is connected or a damaged or clogged connector. If the operation of a particular sensor causes problems, it is necessary to dismantle it and check the quality of the connection. Usually, after cleaning the contacts, the fault disappears. If both the contacts and wiring are intact, then the sensor needs to be replaced.
4. If problems occur in the operation of the control module, you must contact a specialist. At home, solving the problem of the CPU not working is problematic. First of all, you will need to reflash the device and update to the latest software version. If this does not help, more detailed diagnostics will be required to identify errors. If the unit has mechanical damage or is exposed to moisture, then the cause of the breakdown may be a broken board. Only a qualified technician with the appropriate equipment can re-solder the circuit. A board that is faulty and cannot be repaired will have to be replaced.
5. If no serious breakdowns have occurred, then problems in the operation of the gearbox can be eliminated by changing the oil. If the fluid regularly overheats and the system is not cooled sufficiently, the lubricant must be changed. Although Outlander CVT gearboxes are considered maintenance-free, they require periodic oil changes.

User Alexander Stepanov in his video spoke about problems in the operation of Mitsubishi Outlander CVT gearboxes.

Rules and terms of use

Now let's look at how long it takes on average and .

Outlander transmissions can operate in several modes:

1. D. This mode is for forward driving. The position is considered basic. The transmission automatically changes the gear ratio based on the speed of the power unit.
2. R. Reverse mode. Activation of this position is allowed after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
3. N. Neutral mode. When the driver engages this position with the lever, the transmission is switched off. Its activation is relevant during long-term parking or stopping. The neutral position can be used to start a car engine.
4. R. Parking. When the driver turns on the parking mode, the driven shaft of the transmission unit is locked with a special pin, which prevents arbitrary movement of the car. Activation of the parking mode is allowed if the car is parked. To prevent accidental activation of parking, when installing the lever in the appropriate position, you must press the brake pedal.

As for the service life, according to the official regulations, the variator lasts as long as the entire operating life of the machine. This is 300 thousand kilometers. In fact, CVTs rarely work out such a resource. This is partly due to the quality of Russian roads, since CVTs are sensitive to regular vehicle use on uneven surfaces. The service life of the transmission is also affected by errors made during use.

If the Mitsubishi Outlander is used in off-road conditions, the service life of the CVT transmission will be reduced by 50%.

Learn about the symptoms of problems with a CVT transmission from a video filmed by the forwarder top channel.

The car owner should know that at low subzero temperatures the transmission needs to warm up. When starting the engine in the morning in winter, the engine warms up at low speeds. The gas pedal must not be pressed all the way until the internal combustion engine has warmed up. Please note that the engine warms up faster than the transmission. For optimal heating of the box with the engine running, it is necessary to move the gearbox selector to position D and R with the brake pedal pressed and hold in each mode for a few seconds. It is impossible to drive away abruptly with a cold transmission.

To increase the service life of the gearbox, you must adhere to certain rules:

• regularly check the volume of lubricant;
• The transmission oil change interval depends on its condition; usually the fluid needs to be changed every 60-100 thousand kilometers on average;
• use the car less for off-road driving, avoid slipping;
• pay attention to the instrument panel - if the transmission emergency mode indicator appears on it, it is necessary to perform computer diagnostics and determine the cause of the transmission malfunction;
• a car with a CVT cannot be used to tow other cars, as well as trailers weighing more than 500 kg;
• do not allow the transmission to overheat, and if a corresponding indicator appears on the dashboard, the car must be stopped and the cause determined;
• to prevent rapid wear of the structural elements of the gearbox, avoid aggressive driving, especially when the gearbox is not warmed up;
• When using the air conditioner frequently, experts recommend installing an additional radiator for cooling the liquid.

The AnTiNooB Stream / Live channel in its video talked about recommendations that will increase the service life of CVT.

Cooling the variator when overheated

According to reviews from owners, one of the problems that manifests itself in the operation of the variator is that the box gets hot. To prevent critical overheating of the transmission, you should not drive for a long time at high speed. As an option, you can additionally install a radiator device that will cool the unit more efficiently.

Oil selection and change

In Mitsubishi Outlander transmissions, only original oil is allowed. The manufacturer specially developed the product DIA QUEEN CVTF-J1 for CVT transmissions of these cars.

Changing consumables in Outlander boxes is done as follows:

1. Start the car engine and warm it up to 70 degrees. The hotter the lubricant in the box, the more of it will come out of the system. The viscosity of warm oil is less than that of cold oil.
2. Drive the car into a garage with a pit.
3. Under the bottom of the vehicle, you need to remove the crankcase protection by first unscrewing the two screws at the front. There is no need to unscrew the remaining bolts, just loosen them. The protection itself is moved forward and dismantled.
4. Place a container under the drain plug and then unscrew it. Old lubricant will begin to leave the transmission system. Assess her condition. If the oil contains traces of deposits or wear products, then more detailed diagnostics and flushing of the system will be required. The presence of metal shavings may indicate wear of bearing elements and other parts. If bearings fail, they must be replaced.
5. Tighten the drain plug.
6. Remove the dipstick from the level control hole and fill it with fresh oil. The same volume that was drained is filled.
7. Start the car engine and warm it up. Turn on all transmission selector modes one by one. The lever must be in each position for at least half a minute. The process is repeated several times. This will allow fresh oil to pass through all channels of the system and mix with that part of the fluid that has not left the gearbox. It is impossible to drain all the oil from the transmission at one time.
8. Stop the engine and drain the gearbox oil. This way, you can partially flush the system.
9. Remove the bolts securing the pallet. When removing, be careful as some of the oil will come out. Assess the condition of the pallet. If there are wear products in the form of chips or deposits, it must be washed. For cleaning, use a special cleaner or acetone.
10. Remove the transmission fluid filter. Rinse it thoroughly and dry it.
11. There is a gasket around the perimeter of the pallet. Once removed, it will be damaged, so it needs to be replaced. Get rid of any remaining sealant using a utility knife. Install a new gasket, securing it to a layer of sealant.
12. Replace the filter device. If you removed the magnets from the pallet, install them back. Place the pallet itself in place as well.
13. Tighten the drain plug and fill the gearbox with fresh oil. The unit is filled with the same volume of lubricant that was drained.
14. After this, the engine starts, the manipulation of turning on each mode is repeated for half a minute. Check the lubricant level in the gearbox using a dipstick. On a heated unit, the volume of liquid in the box should correspond to the HOT mark.

Disadvantages of CVT transmissions:

1. Difficulty of operation. To prevent damage to the unit, the driver must take into account the requirements for using the car. Despite the fact that the Outlander model is an SUV, its constant off-road use is not allowed.
2. CVT gearboxes do not adapt well in urban operation.
3. Difficulty of repair. Structurally, the variator is a complex unit. There are not many specialists in our country who can perform qualified gearbox repairs. Finding original spare parts is sometimes problematic.
4. If you turn to specialists for help, the cost of changing the lubricant will be high. But it is not so easy to complete this task yourself.
5. High cost of repairs in general. Spare parts for CVT transmissions are expensive.

The CVT transmission on Mitsubishi Outlander cars is no less popular than other types of gearboxes. Indeed, according to Japanese engineers, such a transmission is not only very convenient, but also quite reliable. However, the opinions of car enthusiasts on this matter differ significantly. Therefore, in order to find out what a CVT on a Mitsubishi Outlander actually is (owner reviews, main faults, operating rules, etc.), we will analyze all its advantages and disadvantages in the article below.

Device and principle of operation

The variator on Mitsubishi Outlander 2 and 3 generations consists of 4 main mechanisms:

• Two belt-driven pulleys (serve to transmit the rotation of the crankshaft to the wheels while driving. In the neutral position of the box, this mechanism ensures the separation of the engine and gearbox);
• Housing (serves to protect the mechanism);
• Planetary device (responsible for the correct rotation of the pulleys when the crossover moves in reverse);
• Gearbox control system (serves to move the drive and driven pulleys in order to change their working diameter).

In a standing position (in neutral gear), the variator belt is positioned in such a way that the drive pulley has the smallest diameter, and the driven pulley, on the contrary, the largest. But as the speed increases, the diameters of the pulleys will gradually change, tending to the opposite indicator (the driving pulley to the largest diameter, and the driven pulley to the smallest). This, in fact, is the whole principle of operation of the CVT gearbox. Well, let’s look further at what advantages it has compared to an automatic and manual transmission.

Advantages and disadvantages

Compared to a manual transmission, the CVT on the 3rd and 2nd generation Mitsubishi Outlander has a clear advantage in ease of use. After all, when driving in dense city traffic, the driver will not need to be distracted by changing gears, which will allow him to fully concentrate on the road. But against the backdrop of the automatic transmission, the CVT boasts other characteristic features:

• Faster speed changes;
• Imperceptible switching (unlike an automatic, with a variator, when switching from one speed to another, shocks from the side of the box are not felt);
• More dynamic acceleration from a standstill;
• Economical fuel consumption.

However, the variator on the Mitsubishi Outlander, according to reviews from owners, has one serious drawback - difficulties with repair. And the reason for this phenomenon is: the lack of necessary parts in stores (which is why the crossover owner has to wait about 2-3 weeks for repairs to be completed), and the rather complex design of the mechanism.

How to properly operate a CVT box

We have already mentioned earlier that repairing a CVT transmission is a serious problem that takes a lot of time, effort and money. Therefore, in order to avoid the above-mentioned hassles, car enthusiasts should find out in advance: how to drive a Mitsubishi Outlander CVT so that its wear is minimal. The following tips can help with this:

• Avoid dense traffic flows and off-road conditions (in practice, the variator has repeatedly proven its instability to high loads, so testing it in such conditions is strictly not recommended);
• Do not use the crossover as a tow vehicle for other vehicles;
• Get the gearbox serviced in a timely manner (according to the passport, the variator requires an oil change after every 60 thousand kilometers);
• Do not overheat the gearbox (if the gearbox overheats, the CVT light on the Mitsubishi Outlander panel will light up. If this signal is ignored, then the gearbox will not take long to break down);
• Use only high-quality oil and high-quality gasoline (low-quality technical fluids contribute to rapid wear of the variator cone, which is why the belt will periodically slip during shifting).

At the same time, it is advisable for all owners of a Japanese crossover to know what kind of CVT is installed on the Mitsubishi Outlander. Indeed, if it breaks, there is a high probability that the mechanism will have to be replaced completely. And in this case, you only need to buy an original gearbox from Jatco (model JF011E). Since the manufacturer does not provide a guarantee for analogues of Chinese origin.

Weak points of the mechanism

Many car enthusiasts, before purchasing a second or third generation Japanese crossover, are often interested in the question: how much does a CVT cost on a Mitsubishi Outlander? After all, it is quite difficult to repair such a mechanism. And it can become unusable for several reasons:

1. Overheat. As practice shows, the Outlander model has very poor resistance to overheating (especially in the summer). But this problem is easily solved by installing a separate cooling system on the air conditioner;
2. Severe bearing wear. Bearings are the weakest point in the CVT box, which, if used incorrectly, will certainly make itself felt after 10 thousand kilometers. Well, you can avoid this phenomenon if you do not operate the crossover in off-road conditions and do not overload it with sudden jerks from a standstill or sudden braking;
3. Belt stretch. In addition to the bearings, if the gearbox is not used correctly, the belt may also wear out. And finding out about such a breakdown is quite simple: in the area where the driver’s feet are located, strong vibration will appear, accompanied by a hum (during acceleration, the vibration and noise noticeably intensify). At the same time, eliminating such a seemingly trivial problem is not so simple. After all, in order to remove the belt, mechanics will have to prick the box. But not all masters undertake such work.

It should be noted that regardless of the reason (be it a stretched belt or a worn pulley) that required you to replace the variator on a Mitsubishi Outlander, the cost of the work will be approximately the same. And it will cost the owner of a Japanese crossover approximately 90-100 thousand rubles. Therefore, it is better to operate a CVT-type gearbox according to the rules outlined above.

They overheat at high speed and are not viable outside of smooth asphalt! They fail even under non-critical loads!

Rumors about the dubious reliability of continuously variable transmissions (CVT) appear almost faster than the release of the next new model with a CVT. Moreover, they are more often born around all-wheel drive crossovers, the transmissions of which are the most loaded and often work to the limit - especially on rough terrain. And these rumors are not without foundation: there are problems! As practice shows, they also happen in less offensive situations - even on city asphalt.

That's why we tested three all-wheel drive crossovers - the new Nissan Qashqai with an upgraded transmission of the latest generation, the Subaru Forester and the updated Mitsubishi Outlander. And outside the competition, a single-wheel drive Toyota RAV4 took part in our tests. Now you can buy one, and with a CVT.

Many people have heard rumors that continuously variable transmissions overheat at high speeds. The “Behind the Wheel” testers know this from their own experience: the overheating of the Outlander transmission in last year’s test (ZR, 2013, No. 7) prompted the idea of ​​starting these tests. Moreover, this time we took the updated Outlander, to which the manufacturer returned the variator radiator (at our insistence - see ZR, 2014, No. 8). It is clear that the radiator must provide optimal temperature conditions for the unit and protect it from overheating. Did it help?

The cars were tested in a mode close to the limit and more typical of unlimited German autobahns. So few people travel here, and there’s nowhere to go like that, but the purity of the experiment is important to us! We drove 250 km along the test site's high-speed ring at an average speed of about 170 km/h. If the CVTs maintain this pace, then you don’t have to worry about their health under normal operating conditions.

As we wind lap after lap, we carefully monitor the behavior of the cars. And... we don’t find anything interesting. Not a single car showed even a hint of transmission overheating - all worked without the slightest complaints. So there is no winner in this test. But what is more important is that there are no vanquished! So, the variator radiator implanted into the Outlander copes with its task brilliantly under these conditions.

1. You don’t have to worry about the transmission of the Outlander updated this year: it will withstand high speeds.

2. The Forester, with a 241-horsepower engine, is naturally capable of driving faster than its rivals, but we did not find any signs of transmission overheating.

3. The Qashqai also passed the speed test without any complaints.

4. The front-wheel drive Toyota successfully passed the speed test in the same mode as its all-wheel drive rivals.

This test turned out to be the most difficult for the machines. The height of the obstacle is 185 mm (this is not the highest curb among those that drivers are ready to storm). The task: climb onto it with the front and then the rear wheels, placing the car at a right angle to the “sidewalk”. Then you need to repeat the exercise, but in reverse. You should, of course, drive in under pressure, because even the most ardent sidewalk conquerors will not dare to jump onto such a high curb from acceleration.

Moving forward, the Subaru overcame the obstacle without stress. And he refused to back up onto the curb. Moreover, the electronics, protecting the transmission, simply prevents the wheels from spinning and prevents the engine from gaining speed. How so? In the city, you can refuse such an assault and turn around at one hundred and eighty, but what if such an “ambush” happens off-road? That's it, backing up - no way?

Mitsubishi behaved in exactly the same way. Moreover, he refused to drive onto the curb in reverse even after turning on the Lock mode, which rigidly blocks the rear wheel drive clutch.

And then the photographer suddenly asked to drive onto the curb again - again in front. The Outlander confidently jumped the curb with its front wheels, but refused to do so with its rear wheels, although not a single emergency light flashed on the instrument panel. The engine simply did not spin above 1200 rpm, and the wheels stood still. We decided to wait ten minutes. And they guessed right: the car with a cooled transmission, like the first time, jumped over the obstacle with its rear wheels.

“Qashqai” turned out to be the most persistent. Moving forward, he easily passed the curb with both front and rear wheels - and just as confidently walked back. But, having overcome the obstacle with its rear wheels, the Qashqai stood up. Then there was not enough gunpowder: the front wheels do not spin, the engine refuses to gain speed. Nevertheless, in terms of the number of exercises completed the first time, Qashqai is the leader in this test. Mitsubishi and Subaru shared second and third places.

They also let a single-wheel drive Toyota onto the curb. After spinning the wheels a little, she refused to overcome it both forward and backward. It’s logical - and for a front-wheel drive car it’s not at all embarrassing.

5. The Mitsubishi passed the obstacle in forward motion without a hitch, but was unable to overcome it in reverse.

6. Moving forward, the Subaru easily took the 185 mm curb, but refused to go back.

7. The winner of the test was Qashqai. He even drove into an obstacle in reverse - however, only with his rear wheels.

8. The front-wheel drive Toyota cannot handle such obstacles.

We were unable to overheat the CVTs at high speeds. Let's try to do this in transient modes, simulating frequent overtaking?

We make several accelerations in a row in the “pedal to the floor” mode - from 60 to 100 km/h and from 80 to 120 km/h. Not a single car showed any signs of dissatisfaction: the acceleration time varied within the margin of error.

Let's complicate the task. After reaching 100 and 120 km/h - sharp braking to 60 and 80 km/h, respectively. And immediately - new acceleration, again in the “pedal to the floor” mode. Only after such mockery did we manage to catch a certain thoughtfulness. After sharply pressing the gas pedal, the engines initially do not reach more than 2500 rpm and hold the car for a few moments. What are these moments? For Mitsubishi and Toyota - 0.2–0.3 s, completely unnoticeable in normal use. Nissan lost to itself by 0.8–1.0 s. But the owner is unlikely to feel this “in everyday life”. Moreover, we received this data in almost racing mode - with sharp acceleration and braking.

Nevertheless, according to formal criteria, we give first place to Subaru, second to Mitsubishi, third to Nissan. And the non-qualifying Toyota performed no worse in this test than the second Mitsubishi.

Cars pass the dry country road calmly. We climbed here mainly to test the cars on a steep but dry dirt and sandy climb. The cars did not compete in speed - the engines were too different. The testers' task is extremely simple: stand up several times and evaluate the behavior of the transmissions. On all cars we used the maximum of their capabilities: in the Nissan we selected the Lock mode, in the Mitsubishi we pressed the 4WD button, in the Subaru we pressed X-Mode.

All four-wheel drive vehicles drove up the hill confidently, without whims, which means that there were no losers or winners again. We did not find any signs of excessive stress or overheating of the transmissions.

The front-wheel drive Toyota couldn’t climb this hill - it didn’t have enough “grip”: if we had put it in more toothy tires, it would have overcome the climb, but it still couldn’t compete with all-wheel drive vehicles here.

Probably, by ironing the area for hours, you can make the variators dissatisfied. But it’s difficult to imagine such a need for crossovers in real life. So, it's a draw again.

1. “Outlander” passed the “Overtaking” test with honor.

2. “Subaru” is the winner of the “Overtaking” test: it passed all the tests without the slightest complaints.

3. The largest delay in the operation of the variator after a series of “racing” accelerations and braking is found in Nissan, but it turned out to be negligible.

4. The thoughtfulness of the Toyota variator after several mocking accelerations and braking is minimal.

5. “Outlander” passed the “Climb” test without any comments.

6. The capabilities of the Forester engine and transmission are such that steep climbs can be overcome with virtually no acceleration.

7. We did not find any signs of dissatisfaction with the Nissan transmission on a dry country road with steep ascents and descents.

8. The front-wheel drive Toyota didn’t take the climb, but it had every right to do so.

SPIN-SPIN

To change the gear ratio in the variator, a multi-link steel belt is used, connecting two sliding pulleys with conical surfaces. The belt consists of many plates held together by steel bands. It contacts the conical pulleys with the side surfaces of the plates, which have small, barely noticeable diagonal notches that improve traction. The simultaneous approach and divergence of the cones of the driving and driven pulleys changes the radii along which the belt moves. The gear ratio changes accordingly. This happens all the time, depending on the driving modes. Therefore, the so-called gears of a variator are virtual. The variator includes a mechanism for selecting the direction of movement, two pairs of cones with a steel belt, a gearbox, a main gear with a differential, and control units.

The Mitsubishi Outlander (the operation of its variator is shown in the diagrams) is equipped with the most common variator - the Jatko-JF011E. Torque from the engine is transmitted through a torque converter (similar to those in automatic transmissions) to the mechanism for selecting the direction of movement, which contains a planetary gear and two sets of pressure plates - friction clutches. Depending on the direction of movement (forward or backward), the control unit issues a command to compress one of the disk packages. Then, through the belt, the torque is supplied to the downshift. From it - to the main pair and to the drive wheels.

In the “neutral” mode - N - both packages of disks of the mechanism for changing the direction of movement are released. The epicycle of the planetary gear rotates freely together with the drive shaft of the variator - no torque is transmitted to the drive pulley.

In parking mode - P - the situation is similar, only the locking mechanism is also engaged, the latch of which engages with the ring gear of the driven pulley.

When the selector is moved to position D, one of the disk packs is compressed, connecting the epicycle with the sun gear mounted on the drive pulley, between the cones of which the belt is clamped. Next, the moment is transmitted through the belt to the driven pulley, from it to the reduction gear, the main gear - and to the wheels.

To move in reverse (R), the front disc package expands and the rear one compresses accordingly. The carrier, on the axes of which the satellites are located, stops. The torque from the drive shaft goes to the epicycle, and from it to the satellite. The sun gear associated with the satellite rotates in the opposite direction due to the carrier stopping. When moving in reverse, the radii of the pulleys remain in their initial position. This is monitored by the control unit.

1. This year, the variator radiator was returned to the updated Outlander. And they did it right!

2. The Forester CVT does not have a radiator. However, we were unable to overheat the transmission.

3. The Qashqai has a variator radiator.

4. The variator radiator on the RAV4 is combined with the radiator of the cooling system.

The Subaru Forester has a different variator - of its own design. The TR580 model is installed on cars with naturally aspirated engines, and the TR690 is paired with turbocharged engines. The fundamental difference from the Jatko variator is a different belt design (manufactured by the German company Luk). It also transmits force through the end surfaces, but not through plates, but through pins connecting the belt links.

The torque from the engine is transmitted through a torque converter, a reduction gearbox (it also houses a safety clutch), a drive pulley, a belt, a driven pulley, a second reduction gearbox, a mechanism for changing the direction of movement, and a driven shaft. The safety clutch between the first reduction gearbox and the drive pulley is open when the engine starts, while the oil pump is not running. As soon as the pressure rises, the clutch locks. This is done to protect the belt from slipping during load surges when starting the engine.

On cars with a start-stop system, when the engine stalls at stops, the input shaft of the variator does not rotate, and accordingly its oil pump does not work - the pressure in the system is low. To ensure that it is high enough the next time the engine is started, the variator is equipped with an additional electric booster pump.

The torque transmission scheme from the engine is similar to the Dzhatkov one, but there are some kinematic features. For layout reasons, the reduction gearbox is divided into two mechanisms - before the chain and after it. The mechanism for changing the direction of movement and switching to “neutral” is located after the pulleys, so they always rotate together with the chain when the engine is running. The main gear is a bevel hypoid, in a separate crankcase with its own lubrication system.

CVTs for Toyota are manufactured by Aisin. Structurally, they are similar to Jatko CVTs. The belt also consists of plates connected by steel bands.

Nissans have Jatko CVTs. The new Qashqai received an improved model based on the JF011E. All components have been changed, even the transmission fluid is different. The range of gear ratios has been expanded and a different control algorithm has been applied.

LEGENDS AND FACTS

It was not possible to identify a clear winner based on the sum of four tests. It seems that Nissan, which, we recall, has the latest version of the variator (this unit will soon be installed on other models of the Japanese brand), scored half a point more than Subaru. But after consulting, we decided to divide first and second places between these cars. After all, the fractions of a second lost by Nissan during intense acceleration are fully compensated by good results in the Curb test. Mitsubishi lagged behind its rivals just a little. In general, all the cars performed very well and helped dispel some myths about the unviability of CVTs. In normal, everyday use, continuously variable transmissions will not cause any trouble. Of course, if you remember simple truths: crossovers, especially those with a continuously variable transmission, are not SUVs at all! These are city and highway cars that allow you to overcome not very difficult obstacles from time to time. And it’s even more honest to call a single-wheel drive a station wagon with increased ground clearance.

Killing a continuously variable transmission is not easy. Wise electronics will protect the car from a driver who overestimates it and his abilities. Well, we made it! But with many of today's drivers, it probably wouldn't be any other way.

"Nissan Qashqai" - 1st-2nd places

"Subaru-Forester" - 1st-2nd places

"Mitsubishi Outlander" - 3rd place