Remanufactured CVT18 CVT Automatic Transmission Complete Assembly OE 24287240 Rebuilt Gearbox For Buick Chevrolet 1.5L 2016‑2022 Direct Aftermarket Replacement For Repair Workshops

1. Product Overview

This remanufactured CVT18 continuously variable transmission is a fully rebuilt complete assembly for Buick and Chevrolet front‑wheel‑drive 1.5L gasoline vehicles, OE reference part number 24287240. Every unit goes through full disassembly of used core, thorough multi‑stage chemical cleaning, elimination of fatigued and worn internal components, replacement of all consumable wearing parts and precise reassembly. Common original‑unit failures including belt slipping, shudder, delayed response, pressure fault codes and abnormal internal noise are thoroughly resolved in our remanufacturing workflow. Designed as cost‑effective direct drop‑in replacement for aftermarket repair shops, this unit comes with matched remanufactured torque converter. It is strictly built for FWD application, cannot be installed for AWD platforms. Each finished unit carries unique serial number for full traceability for your repair‑shop after‑sales management.

2. Fitment & Parameter Table

3. Inspection & Testing Standard

Each remanufactured CVT18 unit follows strict multi‑step inspection and testing workflow. Upon core incoming, flood‑damaged, crash‑impacted cores are directly scrapped. After full disassembly, all internal parts get dimensional measurement and visual inspection; parts reaching wear threshold will be discarded. All sealing kits, pulleys, belts, bearings, gaskets and friction components adopt updated replacement parts. After reassembly, every unit completes static pressure‑holding leak test to check all oil galleries, sealing surfaces and joint positions for hidden oil seepage. Next, dynamometer bench test simulates real‑vehicle operating conditions under varying RPM and load, verifying pulley pressure, belt clamping performance, shifting smoothness and torque‑converter lock‑up function. Units with shudder, pressure deviation or abnormal noise will be fully reworked instead of delivery. All test data is archived and bound to unit serial number. Before packing, internal anti‑rust treatment is finished for long‑distance ocean shipping.

4. Core Competitive Advantages

Our remanufactured CVT18 transmission adopts full‑component refresh standard rather than simple surface cleaning. Critical vulnerable CVT parts including push belt, primary & secondary pulley assemblies are strictly inspected and replaced if wear exists, effectively preventing common CVT shudder and slip failures. Every finished unit passes full‑load dynamometer bench test instead of idle‑only simple inspection, greatly lowering after‑sales failure risk for overseas repair shops. We strictly distinguish FWD CVT18 from other similar CVT models, clearly mark OE number and serial number on housing label to avoid wrong‑fitment. Stable spot stock supports urgent repair‑shop orders. Compared with expensive brand‑new OEM CVT transmission, our remanufactured unit provides comparable practical performance with prominent cost advantage for aftermarket customers. Full serial‑number traceability supports your after‑sales troubleshooting and claim handling.

5. Professional Installation Guidance

Before installation, technicians must confirm vehicle VIN code and original transmission OE part number to verify compatibility; this unit is only for 1.5L FWD vehicles, not fit AWD models. The transmission oil cooler and all oil pipelines must be thoroughly flushed to completely remove old metal debris and carbon residue; residual particles will scratch pulley surfaces and damage the rebuilt push belt. Always install brand‑new cooler gaskets and sealing fittings, never reuse old sealing components. Fill with manufacturer‑specified CVT fluid with correct filling volume, overfill or underfill will lead to poor CVT performance. After mechanical installation completes, run full CVT adaptive learning procedure via professional diagnostic scanner. Complete road test, observe continuous variable shifting smoothness and check all joints for oil leakage. Avoid heavy‑load aggressive driving within initial running‑in period. If fault codes appear after installation, please provide transmission serial number, vehicle VIN and exact fault‑code information for our technical support.

6. Packaging & Transportation

Each remanufactured CVT18 transmission is wrapped with moisture‑proof plastic bag, desiccant is placed inside package for anti‑rust and damp‑proof protection to cope with humid marine transit environment. Outer package uses IPPC heat‑treated wooden crate that meets international phytosanitary requirements for most import countries. Sturdy wooden crate can resist collision and extrusion during sea and land transportation. Crate outer surface prints product model, OE part number, gross weight, dimension and unique unit serial number, convenient for your warehouse receiving and sorting. We provide standard packing list and commercial invoice for customs clearance. Container loading is highly recommended over LCL shipment to reduce impact damage risk. Please inspect outer wooden crate condition upon goods arrival; if crate suffers heavy damage, perform visual inspection for transmission housing in front of freight forwarder before signing acceptance.

7. Factory Strength Introduction

Our factory owns mature full‑set remanufacturing production lines for CVT automatic transmissions, serving global aftermarket repair shops and auto‑parts distributors. We implement strict incoming‑core screening mechanism to reject flood‑damaged and heavy‑crash cores. Every production link from disassembly, precision cleaning, component inspection, reassembly to dynamometer bench test is controlled by internal quality management system. For bulk orders, we support pre‑shipment third‑party inspection arranged by customers. We maintain safety stock for mainstream CVT transmission models, capable of supplying spot goods and arranging batch scheduled production. Our technical team accumulates rich experience on CVT common‑fault analysis, and can provide long‑term technical guidance for your downstream repair partners. We are familiar with cross‑border export documents, IPPC packaging rules and international logistics arrangement for auto‑parts export business.

8. FAQ

Q1: Can you accept customer‑supplied core units and perform contract remanufacturing service for CVT18 transmission?

A: Yes, we offer core‑in remanufacturing service for CVT18 for qualified B‑volume buyers, yet we must carry out full incoming inspection for every supplied core unit upon arrival at our workshop. Our technicians will disassemble, check gear condition, belt‑pulley set, differential, valve body, housing integrity and internal corrosion status thoroughly. If the core suffers severe water damage, cracked housing, burnt belt or irreversible hard‑part fatigue, we cannot proceed remanufacturing on this core and will inform you promptly with inspection photos and reports. In such cases, you may choose to purchase our finished remanufactured CVT18 unit alternatively or arrange your defective core shipped back at your cost. All accepted cores will follow our standard remanufacturing workflow including part replacement, assembly, pressure leak test and dynamometer bench test before delivery. The lead‑time and service charge will be confirmed after core condition evaluation, and finished units will enjoy the same warranty policy as our stock remanufactured transmissions.

Q2: What extra anti‑rust measures are applied inside CVT18 unit for long‑term sea transportation and overseas warehouse storage?

A: Since remanufactured CVT18 is shipped without filling transmission fluid, reliable internal anti‑rust treatment is critical for long‑distance ocean shipment and prolonged overseas warehouse stocking under high‑humidity, salt‑spray coastal environment. We adopt professional volatile corrosion inhibitor instead of ordinary engine oil for inner‑part protection. Key components including pulley assemblies, steel belt, differential gears, bearing surfaces and valve‑body channels get fully covered by anti‑rust agent during final assembly. Meanwhile desiccant bags are placed inside each IPPC wooden crate to absorb ambient moisture. Please note this protective inhibitor must be completely flushed out with proper CVT fluid during vehicle installation. The effective anti‑rust period can reach up to 12 months under good sealed‑packaging condition. If your warehouse storage period will exceed this time range, we strongly suggest you arrange re‑inspection and secondary anti‑rust processing to avoid unexpected metal oxidation risk before installation.

Q3: When bulk order contains multiple production batches of remanufactured CVT18, will you notify buyers about minor internal component iteration differences in advance?

A: Absolutely we will inform our B‑side wholesale customers in advance if minor updated component iterations are implemented on remanufactured CVT18 units across different production batches. Our component suppliers occasionally launch optimized upgraded spare parts for solving historical weak‑point issues, such as reinforced springs, improved sealing kits or adjusted solenoid specifications. Once these updated parts are formally adopted into our production line, we will send notification documents listing changed part numbers, functional improvements and interchangeability description to our cooperative wholesalers. These iterative upgrades keep full mechanical compatibility with original vehicle configurations and will not create fitment trouble. However we still advise you forward these update notices to your downstream repair shops so local technicians get fully informed. Every unit’s replaced‑part record is stored together with its unique serial number. Upon your request we can provide relevant component‑change reference files for your after‑sales technical reference.