2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Nissan Almera Workshop Cases Malaysia — 4M Car Care
Real cases from our Bandar Sri Damansara workshop: (1) N18 80,000 km — CVT shudder at low speed, confirmed NS-3 fluid never changed since new, full CVT flush resolved shudder after test drive. (2) B17 110,000 km — cold start timing chain rattle, tensioner and chain replaced, silent on restart. (3) B17 90,000 km — A/C blower motor intermittent failure, replaced blower motor + cabin filter, A/C back to full power. (4) N18 40,000 km — check engine P0300 misfire code, traced to single failed iridium plug batch defect, plug set replaced under dealer warranty.
Nissan Almera N18 CVT Service — Sri Damansara
A 2021 Almera N18 at 42,000 km came in with noticeable hesitation and shudder when pulling away from traffic lights. CVT fluid inspection showed dark, burnt fluid — significantly degraded despite the relatively low mileage, due to heavy Damansara commuting. Full CVT drain-and-fill with Nissan NS-3 fluid resolved the symptoms immediately. Service also included engine oil (0W-20), cabin filter, and a timing chain inspection — chain was in good condition.