One of the transmission options for the Mitsubishi Outlander is a CVT. Its reliability and durability are controversial among owners. This is due to the fact that the service life of a continuously variable transmission is directly related to compliance with operating recommendations.
For example, an untimely oil change in a variator can cause serious problems, the elimination of which will require large financial investments.
Use of a variator on Mitsubishi Outlander cars
The Outlander uses a Jatco JF011E variator. Since May 2014, the Mitsubishi Outlander 3 has been using the Jatco JF016E CVT. According to Mitsubishi's internal classification, the continuously variable transmission on front-wheel drive vehicles is called F1CJA. On all-wheel drive Jatco vehicles, the JF011E is designated model W1CJA. More detailed information about which CVT is installed on the Mitsubishi Outlander is presented in the table below.
Table - Modifications of continuously variable transmission on Mitsubishi Outlander
A feature of the Mitsubishi Outlander CVT modification is the lack of interchangeability. There is a difference at the level of hydraulic units, seats and ECUs. Therefore, when purchasing a contract transmission, it is extremely important to pay attention to the modification.
The Jatco JF011E variator has good performance characteristics and high reliability. Therefore, it has found application on cars of other brands. For example, it is found at Renault, where it is assigned the model FK0/FK8. Jatco JF011E is installed on both Dodge and Jeep. There it is called CVT/CVT2. The transmission has gained wide popularity from the Nissan company. According to the internal classification, the variator is designated RE0F10A/B/C. You can get acquainted in more detail with the cars on which the Jatco JF011E is installed in the table below.
Table - List of cars on which Jatco JF011E is used
Video “Outlander CVT transmission test”
User Mister Misha published a video demonstrating the process of testing the Outlander model with a CVT gearbox.
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Main technical characteristics
The CVT has gained the greatest popularity on cars equipped with 2-liter power plants. Also, a continuously variable transmission is sometimes used in conjunction with a 2.4-liter engine. You can find out in more detail the main parameters of the Mitsubishi Outlander from the table below.
Table - Technical characteristics of Mitsubishi Outlander with CVT
| Index | Meaning | |||
| Engine volume, l | 02.04.2019 | 2.0 | 02.04.2019 | 2.0 |
| Power, hp | 170 | 147 | 167 | 146 |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol | petrol | petrol |
| Fuel consumption per 100 km: | ||||
| in the city | 12.06.2019 | 10.06.2019 | 10.06.2019 | 10.03.2019 |
| on the road | 07.05.2019 | 7 | 06.04.2019 | 06.01.2019 |
| Acceleration to 100 km/h, s | 10.08.2019 | 12.03.2019 | 10.05.2019 | 12 |
Oil selection and filling volumes
The manufacturer officially recommends using exclusively DIA QUEEN CVTF-J1 or DIA QUEEN CVTF-J4 oil. Since the variator is also used by other automakers, there are other suitable lubricants:
- PSA 9735.EF;
- Nissan CVT NS-2;
- MOPAR CVTF + 4;
- ELF ELFMATIC CVT.
All of the above lubricants are manufactured using identical technologies at the production facilities of Total (ELF) and Idemetsu. Therefore, oils have similar properties, which is confirmed by numerous reviews from car owners.
The amount of oil required depends on the method of changing it. The table below describes the most popular methods.
Table - Required amount of oil depending on the method of changing it
| Way | Required volume, l |
| CVT filling volume according to documentation | 07.01.2019 |
| Replacement using a special device | 10.12.2019 |
| Partial replacement with removal of the pallet | 04.06.2019 |
| Draining oil through a special hole and then refilling it without removing the pan | 03.04.2019 |
The most preferred method of changing the oil is the method of removing the pan. This is due to the fact that at its bottom there are two magnets that catch metal shavings. Changing the oil without removing the pan is recommended only during the first maintenance. It is generally undesirable to use a special device to displace lubricant. It breaks off abrasive particles and spreads them throughout the variator. This significantly reduces the resource of the Mitsubishi Outlander continuously variable transmission.
List of required tools
In order to replace the lubricant in the Mitsubishi Outlander 3 variator, you need a list of tools from the table below.
Table - Tools and materials required for changing the oil
| Tools and materials | Note |
| Cleaner | To remove traces of oil from the pan, as well as to wash magnets and the coarse filter |
| Head | "at 10", "at 19" |
| Vorotok | With extension and ratchet |
| Watering can | For filling grease |
| Tara | Capacity from 5 liters, quite wide |
| Measuring containers | To determine the amount of oil drained |
| Rags | To eliminate grease leaks and clean contaminants |
Typical problems identified during operation
One of the main problems of the variator on the Mitsubishi Outlander is its constant overheating during the summer heat. As the temperature increases, significant wear occurs on the elements of the continuously variable transmission and it may fail.
To avoid costly repairs caused by overheating, car owners install an additional cooling radiator. It allows you to reduce the temperature. On vehicles equipped with additional radiators, an increase in the oil fill volume of the continuously variable transmission should be taken into account.
If you follow the oil change schedule and adhere to other recommendations of the car manufacturer, the belt can last more than 400 thousand km. Otherwise, it may wear out and stretch. The belt begins to scratch the cones and slip.
The Jatco JF011E variator uses two modifications of belts. The simpler Bosch 901066 has ten tapes. It has a lower price. The Bosch 901047 reinforced belt has twelve belts in its design. This is why it is 6-10 thousand rubles more expensive than a simple belt. Moreover, both chains are completely interchangeable.
The most expensive CVT breakdown is associated with damage to the cones. Their wear leads to the appearance of defects in all associated elements. Therefore, the situation often arises that if the cones are damaged, it is more profitable to buy a new or contract transmission than to carry out repairs.
A common problem with the Mitsubishi Outlander variator is the failure of one or more shaft bearings of the continuously variable transmission. Symptoms of a malfunction are hum, noise and other extraneous sounds that come from the unit. In this case, it is highly undesirable to delay repairs. Failure of the bearings leads to misalignment of the cones, which causes severe wear. Even short-term use of the car in this case leads to a significant increase in the cost of repairs.
The stepper motor also causes variator breakdowns. The electric motor itself has a long service life, but its foot, which controls the position of the cones, breaks off quite often. Because of this, the variator loses its ability to change the gear ratio.
Due to overheating, the rotation speed sensor fails. Replacing it is rarely accompanied by difficulties.
In the absence of timely oil changes, the line begins to clog. The throughput of the solenoids decreases, and the load on the oil pump increases, which negatively affects its service life.
Why is it better to repair a CVT variator in a high-quality car service center?
When sending a Mitsubishi Outlander for repairs due to problems with the CVT gearbox, the owner must be sure that the work will be carried out efficiently. After all, the further trouble-free and long-term operation of the car depends on this. And the cost of repairs and spare parts in case of replacement is quite high.
To be confident in professionally performed CVT repairs, you need to choose only a proven, high-quality car service. Here they will competently carry out diagnostics, identify the problem, select the appropriate spare parts, disassemble, assemble and install the equipment.
By contacting our CVT repair service in Moscow, the client receives a full quality guarantee for all work performed. After repairing the variator by service station technicians, the car will cover the same mileage as when purchased from a showroom.
You can diagnose and fix problems of any complexity at the CVT Repair Center No. 1. Get additional information by calling: Moscow – 8 (495) 161-49-01, St. Petersburg – 8 (812) 223-49-01. We accept calls from any region.
Review of feasibility of repairs
The Jatco JF011E continuously variable transmission has good maintainability. Therefore, if breakdowns occur, in most cases repair is recommended. An exception is a CVT with a mileage of more than 400 thousand km or with serious damage to most elements, including cones.
Contract CVTs in retail cost from 50 thousand rubles. In normal condition, a supported unit can be found for 100 thousand rubles. A new continuously variable transmission from an official dealer costs from 220 thousand rubles.
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. She took care not only of the supply of components, but also of the purchase of equipment for accurate CVT diagnostics.
Repairing such gearboxes cannot be called too complicated. A typical problem with all breakdowns is the 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.
