2026-10-08 · 5 min read
Buying a Used Nissan Almera Malaysia — Checklist
Key checks: (1) CVT fluid colour — should be light pink/red, dark brown = neglect = walk away. (2) VG20 cold start — listen for timing chain rattle. (3) N18 turbo — check for oil consumption, blue smoke on startup. (4) A/C blower motor — test all speeds. (5) All electricals — windows, locks, reverse camera. (6) Service history — CVT fluid records especially. (7) OBD scan for fault codes. (8) Test drive — CVT shudder is a red flag.
Buying a Used Nissan Almera — What to Check
- Check CVT for shudder or hesitation from stop
- N18: listen for timing chain rattle on cold start
- Check for CVT fluid service history
- Inspect for previous accident (check door gaps and paint thickness)
- Test aircond — compressor and cooling efficiency