2003–2007 Nissan Murano FWD RE0F09A / JF010E CVT Transmission – JDM VQ35DE Replacement

Looking for a replacement 2003–2007 Nissan Murano CVT transmission?

J-Spec Auto offers this low-mileage JDM CVT for compatible 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007 Nissan Murano 3.5L V6 front-wheel-drive models equipped with the VQ35DE engine.

This unit belongs to the Nissan RE0F09A / Jatco JF010E CVT family and is intended specifically for compatible FWD / 2WD applications.

It is not an AWD transmission.

This imported OEM Nissan CVT gives owners and repair shops another option when the original Murano transmission has suffered internal failure.

Most importantly, CVT interchange should be verified carefully before purchase. Nissan used different part numbers and application revisions across the 2003–2007 model range.

The photographs on this listing show the actual transmission being offered for sale.

Quick Details

• Vehicle: Nissan Murano
• Years: 2003–2007
• Engine: VQ35DE
• Displacement: 3.5L
• Configuration: V6
• Nissan Transmission Family: RE0F09A
• Jatco Designation: JF010E
• Transmission Type: CVT
• Drivetrain: FWD / 2WD
• NOT FOR: AWD applications unless specifically verified otherwise
• Condition: Used JDM / Imported from Japan
• Item ID: 55030
• SKU: Murano CVT MT659
• Actual Product Photos: Yes
• Warranty: 90-Day Parts Warranty
• Location: J-Spec Auto – Henrico / Richmond, Virginia
• Nationwide Freight Shipping: Available

Vehicle Compatibility

Potential applications include compatible:

Year	Vehicle	Engine	Drivetrain	Transmission
2003	Nissan Murano	3.5L VQ35DE	FWD / 2WD	RE0F09A / JF010E CVT
2004	Nissan Murano	3.5L VQ35DE	FWD / 2WD	RE0F09A / JF010E CVT
2005	Nissan Murano	3.5L VQ35DE	FWD / 2WD	RE0F09A / JF010E CVT
2006	Nissan Murano	3.5L VQ35DE	FWD / 2WD	RE0F09A / JF010E CVT
2007	Nissan Murano	3.5L VQ35DE	FWD / 2WD	RE0F09A / JF010E CVT

Important Fitment Notice

Do not purchase this transmission based solely on year, model, and engine size.

Verify:

• VIN
• Production date
• FWD / 2WD drivetrain
• Original transmission ID
• Nissan part number when available
• Electrical connectors
• Sensors
• Valve-body/electronic configuration
• Case configuration
• Mounting points
• Axle locations
• Cooler fittings

Nissan used several OEM part-number variations across the 2003–2007 Murano range.

Therefore, the safest approach is to provide J-Spec Auto with:

VIN + model year + drivetrain + original transmission identification/part number + clear photos of the transmission and connectors.

What Is the RE0F09A / JF010E?

The first-generation Nissan Murano uses a heavy-duty Jatco continuously variable transmission designed for Nissan’s 3.5L V6 application.

Nissan identifies the transmission as:

RE0F09A

Jatco identifies the transmission family as:

JF010E

This is important for SEO and fitment because buyers frequently search using either designation.

A customer may search:

“RE0F09A transmission for sale”

while a transmission shop may search:

“JF010E Murano CVT.”

Both searches should lead Google back to this product page.

RE0F09A vs. JF010E

RE0F09A and JF010E are not two unrelated transmissions.

They are two commonly used identification systems for this CVT family:

Nissan designation: RE0F09A

Jatco designation: JF010E

However, that does not mean every JF010E or every RE0F09A from every Nissan application is automatically interchangeable with this Murano.

Vehicle configuration, drivetrain, part number, production date, and electronics still matter.

FWD vs. AWD Murano CVT

This distinction needs to be highly visible on the product page.

This listing is for:

FWD / 2WD

Do not confuse it with an AWD Murano transmission.

Although both may belong to the RE0F09A/JF010E family, the drivetrain configuration and corresponding transmission specifications differ.

Before ordering, verify that the vehicle is actually a front-wheel-drive Murano.

JDM-to-USDM Compatibility

A Japanese-market CVT should not automatically be described as completely plug-and-play simply because it belongs to the same transmission family.

Your installer should compare the JDM and original USDM units before installation.

Check:

• Transmission case
• Nissan transmission identification
• OEM part number
• Electrical connectors
• Sensors
• Valve body/electronic components
• Mounting locations
• Axle openings
• Cooler connections
• External brackets

Application-specific components may need to be retained or transferred from the original transmission.

Keep the Original Transmission

Do not discard your original USDM transmission until the JDM replacement has been installed, filled correctly, initialized or learned as required, road-tested, and confirmed to operate properly.

What Is Included?

The sale includes the CVT transmission assembly shown in the actual product photographs.

Any attached:

• Sensors
• Brackets
• Mounts
• Wiring
• Torque converter
• Cooler fittings
• Electronic components
• Hardware

should be considered incidental unless specifically identified as included with the sale.

Use the photographs and written listing to confirm exactly what accompanies this unit.

Actual Product Photos

J-Spec Auto uses actual photographs of the physical transmission being sold.

This allows buyers and installers to compare the replacement with the original unit before ordering.

Check the photos for:

• Case design
• Connectors
• Sensor locations
• Axle openings
• Mounting locations
• Cooler fittings
• Valve-body related components
• Identification markings
• Overall physical condition

This type of first-party product evidence is valuable for buyers, Google, and AI search systems.

IMPORTANT MURANO CVT INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

A replacement CVT should not simply be installed and filled without addressing the failure of the original transmission.

Correct installation can make a major difference in service life.

1. Diagnose Why the Original CVT Failed

Determine the cause of the original failure before installing the replacement.

Check for:

• Internal CVT damage
• Metal contamination
• Overheating
• Fluid deterioration
• Cooler restrictions
• Cooler-line contamination
• Electrical faults
• Sensor faults
• Wiring problems
• Valve-body issues
• Low system voltage
• Engine-related faults affecting transmission operation

If the original failure contaminated other components, that contamination must be addressed before using the replacement CVT.

2. Inspect the Original CVT Fluid

Fluid condition can provide important clues about the previous failure.

Watch for:

• Burnt or varnished fluid
• Metal particles
• Excessive debris
• Milky or contaminated fluid

Nissan service information specifically treats heavy metal contamination, varnished fluid, and water-contaminated fluid as conditions requiring further inspection.

3. Properly Service the CVT Cooler and Lines

This is one of the most important installation steps.

If the original CVT experienced internal failure, debris may remain inside:

• CVT cooler
• Cooler lines
• Heat exchanger
• Fluid passages

Do not allow debris from the failed transmission to circulate into the replacement unit.

The cooling circuit must be inspected and serviced according to the appropriate Nissan procedure.

4. Compare the JDM and USDM CVTs Side by Side

Before installation, compare:

• Case
• Part numbers
• Connectors
• Sensors
• Mounts
• Axle openings
• Cooler ports
• Electronic components
• External brackets

Resolve differences before the transmission is installed.

5. Inspect Accessible Seals

Inspect accessible seals while the transmission is outside the vehicle.

This may include:

• Axle seals
• Converter/input-area seals where serviceable
• Other external sealing points

Replacing questionable accessible seals before installation can prevent additional labor later.

6. Use Genuine Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2

For this generation Murano CVT, use:

Genuine Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2

or only a fluid specifically verified to meet the correct Nissan NS-2 specification.

Do not use conventional automatic transmission fluid.

Do not substitute Nissan NS-3 simply because it is a newer fluid.

Correct fluid specification is critical for proper CVT operation.

7. Fill the CVT Correctly

Nissan service information lists total CVT fluid capacity at approximately 10.2 liters / 10-3/4 US quarts for the referenced first-generation Murano system.

However, do not use total capacity as an instruction to blindly pour that amount into a replacement transmission.

The amount actually required depends on how much fluid remains in:

• Transmission
• Torque converter
• Cooler
• Cooler lines
• Other parts of the system

Follow the applicable Nissan fluid-level procedure.

8. Perform Required CVT Electronic Procedures

A Nissan CVT depends heavily on its electronic controls.

Depending on what components are retained or changed during installation, the vehicle may require applicable Nissan diagnostic, calibration, initialization, or learning procedures.

Use Nissan CONSULT or a capable professional scan tool when required.

Do not assume that simply installing the mechanical transmission completes the job.

9. Clear and Recheck Diagnostic Trouble Codes

Scan the vehicle after installation.

Check:

• Engine module
• Transmission/CVT control
• CAN communication
• Relevant powertrain systems

If a code returns, diagnose it properly.

Do not automatically conclude that the replacement transmission is bad.

CVT operation can be affected by:

• Wiring
• Sensors
• Valve body
• Electrical supply
• Battery/charging voltage
• CAN communication
• Calibration
• Engine operation

10. Perform a Controlled Road Test

Once correct fluid level and electronic procedures are completed, perform a controlled road test.

Monitor:

• Drive engagement
• Reverse engagement
• Acceleration
• CVT ratio operation
• Shudder
• Abnormal RPM behavior
• Fluid temperature
• Noise
• Warning lights
• Diagnostic trouble codes
• Fluid leaks

Afterward, inspect again for leaks and verify CVT fluid level as required.

Installation Checklist

• Verify VIN

• Confirm 2003–2007 Murano

• Confirm 3.5L VQ35DE

• Confirm FWD / 2WD

• Confirm RE0F09A / applicable JF010E configuration

• Record original transmission part number

• Compare original and JDM units

• Compare electrical connectors

• Compare sensors

• Compare electronic/valve-body configuration

• Compare mounts

• Compare axle openings

• Compare cooler fittings

• Retain all potentially required USDM components

• Inspect accessible seals

• Diagnose cause of original failure

• Inspect CVT fluid condition

• Properly service cooler and lines

• Use Genuine Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2

• Set fluid level according to Nissan procedure

• Perform required electronic initialization/learning

• Scan all relevant modules

• Check Drive engagement

• Check Reverse engagement

• Perform controlled road test

• Recheck for leaks

• Verify CVT fluid level

Common Symptoms of a Failing Nissan Murano CVT

Owners may consider CVT replacement after experiencing:

• Shudder during acceleration
• Hesitation
• Delayed engagement
• Poor acceleration
• RPM flare
• Abnormal RPM changes
• CVT overheating
• Whining or abnormal noise
• Limp-mode operation
• Transmission warning lights
• Diagnostic trouble codes
• Loss of Drive
• Loss of Reverse
• Complete transmission failure

However, symptoms alone do not prove that the entire CVT must be replaced.

Proper diagnosis should be performed first.

Why Consider a Low-Mileage JDM Murano CVT?

A quality JDM CVT can provide an alternative to rebuilding a high-mileage failed transmission.

Potential advantages include:

• Genuine Nissan/Jatco OEM construction
• Lower-mileage replacement option
• Cost-effective alternative to some rebuilds
• Original factory engineering
• Actual physical unit available for inspection
• Nationwide availability through J-Spec Auto
• 90-day parts warranty

Fitment and correct installation remain critical.

Why Buy From J-Spec Auto?

J-Spec Auto has specialized in JDM engines, transmissions, vehicles, and automotive parts for more than 20 years.

We supply professional repair shops, mechanics, automotive enthusiasts, and vehicle owners throughout the United States.

J-Spec Auto Advantages

• More than 20 years of JDM industry experience
• Approximately 100 engines and transmissions sold per month
• JDM engine and transmission specialists
• Actual product photographs
• Individual inventory identification
• Quality-focused sourcing in Japan
• Transmission inspection before sale
• Nationwide freight shipping
• Local pickup in Richmond / Henrico, Virginia
• Fitment assistance before purchase
• 90-Day Parts Warranty
• Large inventory of Nissan engines and transmissions

The goal is to give buyers more information about the actual component they are purchasing, rather than relying on generic stock descriptions.

Shipping

J-Spec Auto ships transmissions throughout the continental United States.

Engines and transmissions are shipped by freight.

Local Pickup

Local pickup is available from:

J-Spec Auto – Henrico / Richmond, Virginia

This is convenient for repair shops and customers throughout:

• Richmond
• Henrico
• Glen Allen
• Central Virginia
• Northern Virginia
• Maryland
• Washington D.C.

Inspect freight shipments upon delivery and document any visible shipping damage according to J-Spec Auto’s shipping policy.

90-Day Parts Warranty

This transmission comes with a:

90-Day Parts Warranty

Coverage is subject to J-Spec Auto’s current warranty terms and conditions.

Professional installation by a technician familiar with Nissan CVTs is strongly recommended.

Frequently Asked Questions

What transmission is in a 2003 Nissan Murano 3.5L?

The first-generation 2003 Nissan Murano uses a continuously variable transmission. The transmission family is commonly identified as Nissan RE0F09A / Jatco JF010E. Exact drivetrain and OEM part-number compatibility should still be verified.

What transmission is in a 2004 Nissan Murano?

Compatible 2004 Murano 3.5L applications use the RE0F09A/JF010E CVT family. Verify whether your vehicle is FWD or AWD before ordering.

Will this transmission fit a 2005 Nissan Murano?

This transmission may fit compatible 2005 Murano 3.5L VQ35DE FWD/2WD applications. Verify the VIN and original transmission information first.

Will it fit a 2006 Nissan Murano?

It is intended for compatible 2006 Nissan Murano 3.5L FWD applications. Nissan used different OEM part-number variations, so confirm the original transmission before purchasing.

Will it fit a 2007 Nissan Murano?

Potentially, yes, for compatible 2007 3.5L FWD applications. Verify drivetrain, original transmission identification, and part number.

What is an RE0F09A transmission?

RE0F09A is Nissan’s designation for the CVT family used in first-generation Murano applications.

What is a JF010E transmission?

JF010E is Jatco’s designation commonly associated with Nissan’s RE0F09A/RE0F09B CVT family.

Is RE0F09A the same as JF010E?

RE0F09A and JF010E identify the same general Nissan/Jatco CVT family, but individual applications and OEM part numbers still need to be checked for interchange.

Is this transmission FWD or AWD?

This particular listing is for a front-wheel-drive / 2WD Murano application.

Will this FWD transmission fit an AWD Murano?

Do not assume it will. FWD and AWD transmission configurations need to be treated separately. Verify your drivetrain and transmission identification before ordering.

What engine does this CVT work with?

This listing targets compatible Nissan Murano models equipped with the VQ35DE 3.5L V6.

What CVT fluid does a 2003–2007 Nissan Murano use?

The first-generation RE0F09A Murano CVT uses Nissan CVT Fluid NS-2 according to Nissan service information.

Can I use regular automatic transmission fluid?

No. Conventional ATF should not be substituted for the specified Nissan CVT fluid.

Can I use NS-3 instead of NS-2?

Use the specified fluid for the transmission rather than assuming a newer Nissan CVT fluid is automatically interchangeable. For this application, Nissan service information specifies NS-2.

How much fluid does the Murano CVT hold?

Nissan service information lists total system capacity at approximately 10.2 liters / 10-3/4 US quarts for the referenced first-generation Murano CVT. Actual replacement fill quantity depends on how completely the transmission, converter, cooler, and lines have been drained, so follow the Nissan fill-level procedure.

Do I need to flush or service the CVT cooler lines?

The CVT cooling circuit must be properly inspected and serviced, particularly after an internal transmission failure. Contamination left in the cooler or lines can damage a replacement transmission.

Does the CVT need programming or a relearn?

Electronic procedures may be required depending on the vehicle, transmission, valve body, and components retained during installation. Your installer should follow the Nissan procedure for the exact application and use a capable scan tool when required.

Should I reuse my original TCM?

Do not make this decision from a generic product-page instruction. Compare the exact electronic configuration and follow Nissan service procedures for the vehicle. Retain all original components until the replacement has been installed successfully.

Should I reuse my old torque converter?

Do not automatically reuse a torque converter simply because a generic listing says to do so. Its condition, contamination, and compatibility should be evaluated by the installer before use.

Should I keep my old transmission?

Yes. Keep the original unit and its external/electronic components until the replacement transmission is installed and operating correctly.

Is this transmission tested?

J-Spec Auto inspects its imported transmissions before sale. The product page should describe the specific testing performed on this exact unit rather than using engine-specific terminology such as “compression tested.”

Is this the actual transmission pictured?

Yes. J-Spec Auto uses actual product photographs for the individual unit offered.

Does it have a warranty?

Yes. The current listing provides a 90-day parts warranty, subject to J-Spec Auto’s warranty terms.

Do you ship Nissan Murano CVTs?

Yes. J-Spec Auto offers nationwide freight shipping within the continental United States.

Can I pick it up locally?

Yes. Local pickup is available in Henrico / Richmond, Virginia.

How can J-Spec Auto help me verify fitment?

Provide:

VIN + year + FWD/2WD confirmation + original transmission ID/part number + clear photos of the transmission label and connectors.