The rise in popularity of the automatic transmission does not stop. From year to year, this transmission knocks out more and more space for itself in the domestic and world market. If earlier manufacturers most often offered drivers a "classic" hydromechanical automatic transmission, today it is much more common to deal with a variator gearbox. This type of transmission has its own specifics, including when towing.
Failure to comply with the rules of towing on an automatic transmission can cause serious damage, which can only be repaired later through expensive repairs. It is especially difficult in this matter with the variator. Ideally, any involvement in towing should be avoided if the machine is equipped with a CVT. If the car breaks down, then it is best to get to the service station by resorting to the services of a tow truck. Unfortunately, such an opportunity is not always available.
The main problem of towing variator cars lies in the peculiarities of the device of this type of automatic transmission. The fact is that the transmission needs a constant supply of lubricant. However, if the engine of the machine does not work, then the transmission oil pump also ceases to function. As a result, the box is faced with oil starvation, which leads to a radical acceleration of the wear of the moving structural elements. The high load, in turn, becomes the cause of irreversible damage.
If it is impossible to avoid towing a car with a CVT, then it is necessary to take appropriate measures to minimize the load and potential damage to the automatic transmission. For this:
At first, the engine of a car with a CVT must remain constantly running throughout the towing period.
Secondly, before starting towing, the switch lever must be moved to the “N” (neutral) position.
Thirdly, while towing a car with a variator, the speed of movement in no case should exceed the mark of 50 km / h.
Fourth, it is possible to tow cars with a variator only for short distances. It is best if it does not exceed 50 km.
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