CVT Heat on back seat?

Jun 8th, 2003, 10:51

hello,

when i was setting up my sound system, i removed the rear seat. this was done about 15 minutes after drivng, i found the metal floor section under the rear seat very hot. is this normal? or are my belts wearing out or something?

thanks

theo

Jun 8th, 2003, 12:51

Hi Theo

A CVT transmission will always generate a certain amount of heat - that is why there are cooling ducts running from the front bumper (there are 2 grilles in the bumper on CVT cars - an easy way to spot one. Blanking plates on manual cars)

As long as all the ducting and shields are in place it should be cooled adequately. If your belts are out of adjustment there may be some slipping that will cause excessive heat build up as may a low oil level in the primary or secondary gearboxes.

Check the levels and belt adjustment (Do you get Haynes Manuals in the Netherlands? - If you don`t I can give you more detailed instructions on how to do this)

Could the heat be the exhaust?

Jun 9th, 2003, 11:58

I find the left hand side of the boot floor also get quite warm. It is directly over the exhaust - so don't put your frozen shopping there.

Jun 8th, 2003, 10:51	#1
tmoons Guest Location:	CVT Heat on back seat? hello, when i was setting up my sound system, i removed the rear seat. this was done about 15 minutes after drivng, i found the metal floor section under the rear seat very hot. is this normal? or are my belts wearing out or something? thanks theo

Jun 8th, 2003, 12:51	#2
wjp01908 Guest Location:	RE: CVT Heat on back seat? Hi Theo A CVT transmission will always generate a certain amount of heat - that is why there are cooling ducts running from the front bumper (there are 2 grilles in the bumper on CVT cars - an easy way to spot one. Blanking plates on manual cars) As long as all the ducting and shields are in place it should be cooled adequately. If your belts are out of adjustment there may be some slipping that will cause excessive heat build up as may a low oil level in the primary or secondary gearboxes. Check the levels and belt adjustment (Do you get Haynes Manuals in the Netherlands? - If you don`t I can give you more detailed instructions on how to do this) Could the heat be the exhaust?

Jun 9th, 2003, 11:58	#3
johnw Guest Location:	RE: CVT Heat on back seat? I find the left hand side of the boot floor also get quite warm. It is directly over the exhaust - so don't put your frozen shopping there.

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