Sunday, April 20, 2014
How to Adjust a CVT
Many motorists who desire improved fuel economy, more power and a smoother drive will opt for an automobile with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) clutch rather than a traditional automatic transmission. In theory, this transmission uses a pulley and belt system to provide the driver with an unlimited number of gears. If your car has a CVT, you can adjust the CVT to improve your vehicles fuel economy and your driving experience even further.
Instructions
- 1
Find the CVT clutch under the hood of your car. The clutch is in different places in different models, but you can find it near your engine. The clutch contains two large steel circles connected with a rubber belt. Lightly sand the CVT clutch with fine sand paper. This reduces wear and tear of the clutch and improves the surface grip of the belt. Use brake cleaner to clean the remaining part of the clutch and wipe it dry with a rag.
2Increase the variator roller weight on the clutch. Use your wrench to twist the roller weights onto the bolts visible on the wheel of the clutch. A higher weight increases the speed for each position of the belt. The converse is true for a lower weight.
3Adjust the torque of the CVT clutch. You can tighten or loosen the belt that connects to the hydraulics to change the torque. Use a wrench to slowly tighten or loosen the screws around the belt. You can find these screws around the center of the wheel. Tightening the screws will increase tension and torque, which will provide more power. Loosening the belt will reduce torque, providing a smoother driving experience.
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