Both filters, pan gasket, drain washer, 5 quarts of NS-3 spec CVT fluid and a fill funnel to service the JF015E CVT in a Sentra 1.8L or Versa 1.6L.
A JF015E CVT that has started to shudder, whine or flare on takeoff is often running on old fluid and a filter packed with belt and pulley wear. This service kit lets you do the job properly on a 2013-2019 Nissan Sentra 1.8L, a 2012-2019 Versa sedan 1.6L or a 2014-2019 Versa Note: both filters, the pan gasket, a drain washer, five quarts of NS-3 specification CVT fluid and a long-tube funnel for the fill hole. It covers OE filter numbers 31726-28X0A and 31726-3JX0A.
This transmission, which Nissan tags RE0F11A, has two filters. The sump filter sits inside the pan and screens what the oil pump picks up. The cartridge filter is mounted on the side of the case behind a cover, and it catches the fine metal the belt and pulley sheaves shed. That second filter is the one a basic drain and fill never touches. The pulleys on this unit can see as much as 850 psi, and the hydraulic system that feeds them depends on clean fluid: bench reports describe fine break-in metal causing valves and solenoids to wear and stick at low mileage. A restricted cartridge filter or worn-out fluid shows up as pressure problems first.
Pull the pan before you buy anything bigger. A fine grey paste on the magnets is normal wear; chunks, flakes of friction material or bright metal slivers mean something internal has failed and fresh fluid will only buy time. Scan for codes and check fluid condition. If the unit still shudders or flares after a full two-filter service and a relearn, move on to the pump and valve body, which our Jatco CVT problems and fixes guide covers. Our CVT failure patterns guide explains what each kind of debris points to.
Listed fitment is the Nissan Sentra 1.8L 2013-2019, Versa sedan 1.6L 2012-2019 and Versa Note 1.6L 2014-2019, all with the JF015E CVT. The Chevrolet Spark CVT is not on this kit's list, so Spark owners should confirm the filter numbers first. Nissan used other Jatco CVTs in some of the same years, including the larger units in the Altima and Rogue, so match the case tag code or compare your old filters to the OE numbers above. If you are not sure, send us your year and VIN. Filters, valve bodies and rebuild parts for this unit are grouped on our CVT collection page.
If the cooler is clogged with debris, add the JF015E oil cooler and filter kit. If the service reveals a pressure problem that fluid does not fix, the RE0F11A valve body with solenoids is the usual next step. Shipping weight is about 12 lb and it ships fast from the USA.
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The sump filter in the pan screens pump pickup, and the cartridge filter on the side of the case catches fine belt and pulley wear metal. A drain and fill skips the cartridge filter, which is why this kit includes both.
Yes for a filter service. A drain and pan drop will not take all five quarts, so keep what is left for topping off after the hot level check.
The Spark is not on this kit's fitment list. It covers the Sentra 1.8L 2013-2019, Versa 1.6L 2012-2019 and Versa Note 2014-2019. Compare your filters to 31726-28X0A and 31726-3JX0A first.
It fixes shudder caused by worn fluid or restricted filters. If the pan shows chunks or friction material, or the shudder returns, the pump, valve body or clutches need attention.
Use one to reset the CVT fluid deterioration counter. If the unit flares or surges on the low-to-high change after service, a Clutch Point Relearn is also recommended.
