I've wondered if a dipstick from an older model would be the right length for my '16. Next time I'm at a junk yard and they have an older Versa with a CVT I think I'll grab the dipstick and see how accurate it is in my car. As far as the magnetic fuzz on mine I saw nothing to be alarmed about and was what I'd consider normal wear. When I did mine I also had the front end elevated and did it on a cold transmission. When I finished the fluid/filter change I ran the gear selector through the gears a couple times leaving it in each position for about 5-10 seconds each to be sure it was all getting lubricated before taking it for a drive. I don't know how the price of NS3 fluid is on eBay now but when I changed mine about a year ago I got 10 qts. for $125 including shipping. I think at the time it was about $20 qt. dealer price. I was also able to buy Raybestos Powertrain filters from Rock Auto for about $7. each.FordMan59...Thanks for your reply. I believe I'll just replace the fluid and the small filter @ 25k mi. The front of the car w/be on ramps and I'll do a drain when the engine is cold. (Sitting overnight and I'll put 5 qts of new fluid outside.) I made an improvised dipstick, so I know the "Cold/Hot" reading. (I'm assuming the factory put in the correct amount, but there's also an overflow plug you can check w/the car level and at a certain temp.) It sounds like there's some magnet fuzz on the magnets but it is not too excessive. Thanks once again. Bill
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