AUTO : Apa itu CVT pada Saga FLX anda? CVT for dummies

Proton Saga FLX 1.3 Exe 

I am a proud owner of Saga FLX 1.3 Exec. Never had problem with the car. Service always on time. Drive 80kmh go and back from work at 15km per day. Using Shell RON 95 and refill at RM 20 all the time. Drive alone prefer using Fan if hot then will used Air-con. Seldom used SAT, only used when on Highway. Feel safe using GoodYear Ducaro Ga 14" tyre. Only used Petronas Syntium 800 engine oil. Simple words, i am a stock guy! I be like this because the car had run smooth and perform it purposes just by its set standard no need for upgrade. Except the stock wiper - worst!. 

Standard 1.3 IAFM CamPro. Notice the Garret behind the air filter box?

Engine

CamPro IAFM 1.3L
120 Nm torque
94 bhp
Petronas Syntium 800 10W-40

This is the CVT Punch gearbox

Powertrain

CVT = Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
Made = Punch Powertrain ( also doing tranny for
Audi, MINI, Hyundai, Kia, etc)
Model = VT2 Transmission
Maximum torque tolerance = 186Nm ; VT2 is more as capable to withstand the CamPro torque, belt snap issue is no issue under 200,000 Km mileage.
Weight = 55kg
Drive = Chain driven ; utilise wet sump clutch
Gear = 6 stepped gear ; P R N D L ; SAT ;- Give feel like normal shift (eat fuel)
Temperature resistant = 150 C ; Radiator for cooling
CVT fluid = ExxonMobil EZL799 
CVT fluid service interval = 60, 000 Km ; 40, 000 standard for auto tranny at any shops.
Expected lifespan = 200,000 Km

Safety

ABS = Anti lock brake system 
EBD = Electronic Brake-Force Distribution 
SRS Airbag = Driver & Passenger

Tips and Care 

FLX owner should aware of the CVT gearbox. This is new technology applied by Proton and yet CVT are still at medium level of expertise in Malaysia. Only selected workshop can repair CVT at decent prices. One should always take care of his/her CVT all the time and be aware to any abnormalities coming from your powertrain. Drive gently and smoothly as possible and avoid rapid speed changing. Do aware of your tyre air pressure to eliminate any drag oppose to CVT, plus good air pressure also safe fuel and tyre thread. 

FLX CVT Fluid. Notice the URL? Go to order!

CVT care are simple, perform service according to time and used only standard CVT fluid which is ExxonMobil EZL799 CVT Punch Transmission Fluid. It is best recommendoed to change the CVT Fluid at 40,000 Km mileage although Proton claim that the CVT is less maintenance compared to conventional tranny it is wise for us to be secure and play safe right? 

CVT fluid change needed almost 4 litre of fluid. EZL799 CVT Fluid comes in 1 Liter and its sold at MYR45 per bottle. CVT fluid changes should only be perform at Proton Service centre as FLX CVT needed a special tools for the jobs. EZL799 can be obtained also at the SC. 

So, be wise all. Notice your mileage all the time. Dont let your CVT runs on old fluid let it loose and run smooth. 

KKU et.al

p/s : Raya is coming, so get your cars well service and maintain. Safe journey to all. Selamat Hari Raya.

Read more at: http://www.wemotor.com/blog/2011/08/proton-saga-1-3-flx-with-cvt-media-test/