CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) Service & Repair Kingston, Ontario

 

A traditional automatic transmission uses a complex series of gears to transfer the engine’s power to the wheels. A CVT is a type of automatic transmission, but it has no gears at all. Instead, it uses a pulley and belt system to provide an unlimited range of gear ratios. Popular auto makers, such as Nissan, Toyota, Subaru, Chrysler and Honda, are introducing CVT’s to their model lineups to offer customers an option with improved acceleration and enhanced fuel economy.

CVT Common Problems

CVT’s are still relatively new to the market and can be very difficult and complicated to diagnose and repair. While CVT’s have fewer moving parts and are simpler in design, it is new technology and our technicians have completed extensive training specific to CVT’s and are well qualified to work with your vehicle.

Come common problems to look out for with your CVT include:

  • Transmission ‘jerking’, slipping, grinding or jumping during acceleration when the car is shifting gears
  • Noisy while driving – some customers have issues with a ‘whining’, ‘clanging’ or ‘rattling’ sound while driving especially with Nissan CVT’s
  • Contaminated or low transmission fluid
  • Overheating
  • Check Engine Light On
  • Gears changing at high RPM

My vehicle is showing at least one of these signs, what should I do?

If you suspect your CVT transmission is not performing as it should be, bring it in to your local Mister Transmission. We always start with our FREE Road Test and Multi Check Inspection to identify any problems with your transmission and provide you with different repair options. The key to minimizing repair costs is to get them checked as soon as you notice them, and you most likely only need a minor repair or service.

Featured Services
Transmission Repair

The evolution of transmissions has made these machines and systems increasingly complex. When transmission repairs are required, determining the cause and cure for what ails can be tricky.

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Transmission Technology

At Mister Transmission we have access to leading-edge diagnostic equipment, enabling us to offer you the fastest and most accurate findings about what’s going on inside your vehicle’s transmission.

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Transmission Maintenance & Service

Just as you have other parts of your car serviced, your transmission needs maintenance to ensure a long life and avoid transmission problems.

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Matt at Mr. Transmission was...
Sarah MacInnis
Matt at Mr. Transmission was incredible! Helpful, knowledgeable, genuine, and sincerely wanted to look after the customer’s (my) best interest. Highly Recommend!
Date: March 10, 2023
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Ever since moving to Kingston...
Michael McCaul
Ever since moving to Kingston 6 years ago, Mr. Transmission is the only shop my whole family goes too. Matt and his crew are very friendly, professional and great prices. Always satisfied with the work they do.
Date: March 6, 2023
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Just when I was going...
David Ireland
Just when I was going to retire the old Ram brought the old girl here, 4×4 finally works, flex fuel works, engine light that's been on for years is off. Highly recommend this place for any automotive work !!!
Date: February 5, 2023
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Best garage in Kingston! I...
D Kerjean
Best garage in Kingston! I went to James Braden Ford to get my car fixed. After waiting for 3 weeks, to get someone to look at it, they announced me that it would take 10 000$ to fix my car (to replace the transmission and the clutch). Of course, the cost was so high that I was considering scraping my car. But I could not really believe that my 110 000km car had to be scrapped. I’ve had quite a few cars in my life and I never had to scrap a car with a low mileage like this one. So I decided to get a second opinion. I stopped by Mister Transmission. Matt was really helpful to answer my questions and we agreed to get the car towed from James Braden Ford. He was able to look at the transmission within a day and quickly came up with a much better and affordable assessment of the situation. The clutch had broken down, creating 2 holes inside the bell housing of the transmission. The clutch was damaged beyond repair and had to be replaced. But the 2 holes within the bell housing could be patched and the transmission didn’t have to be replaced. They also noticed that the right front axle had to be replaced. In the end, it costed me 3500$ before tax to replace the clutch, the right front axle and patch the transmission holes. So MUCH BETTER than 10 000$ with James Braden Ford. Thank you very much to Matt and all the team of Mister Transmission to get my car running again.
Date: December 10, 2022
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These guys were wonderful. Very...
Carolyn Henderson
These guys were wonderful. Very very helpful, professional and accommodating. Matt on the phone was more help to me than I ever expected. Wow...so impressed with this location.
Date: September 24, 2022
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Matt was great and very...
Rob Medeiros
Matt was great and very helpful throughout. Highly recommend. No surprises or add ons and full of advice.
Date: August 23, 2022
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Excellent customer service and did...
SeanandCarrie Joint
Excellent customer service and did a great job ensuring the safety of our family vehicle. Price was also a welcome surprise as fit our budget
Date: July 21, 2022
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Stopped by on our way...
David Daglish
Stopped by on our way from Halifax to Stratford with an overheating transmission, and signs of a fluid leak. Matt discovered that the hood release cable was broken, and spent a lot of time to open the hood without damage to our vehicle. The diagnosis was an overfilled transmission, and that we would be safe to continue our trip home. Great skills, both mechanical and personal. Worth the drive for help.Services: Body & Trim, Auto engine diagnostic, Transmission
Date: July 19, 2022
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Doctor Matt and his crew...
Michael Crofton
Doctor Matt and his crew fixed up a bad situation on a 700R4 in an old car. It’s tough to get ANY shop these days to even consider working on ol school Detroit muscle. They’ve touched both my cars and I wouldn’t have anyone else deal with my drivetrain issues. Thnx again Matt
Date: June 25, 2022
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Matt and his team are...
LovelaceBreh
Matt and his team are a breathe of fresh air to work with after years of headaches with untrustworthy mechanics & shops. I drive a lifted truck and had my transmission replaced here a few months ago and I've had nothing but great, honest service since my very first phone call with Matt. I usually do all my own maintenance but I felt so confident, I've taken my truck here 4/5 times since (unrelated issues) even sometimes for little things that I could fix myself, just because I trust them to do a thorough job and give me all the details step by step. ALSO, As someone whos had issues with mechanics "Joy Riding" their vehicles before I was ecstatic to see that Matt & his team take extreme care when test driving vehicles (hidden dashcam, so its not because they noticed they were being watched)This is the first ever review I've written for anything, ever. So rest assured the service at Mr. Transmission on Bath Road had to have been pretty awesome for me to leave this.Thanks guys hopefully I don't ever see you again LOL
Date: May 24, 2022
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