510,000 km, or 317,000 miles ON THE ORIGINAL ENGINE.

Still running strong, and purrs like a kitten. I love my new pathfinder!!! ]]> SpartanAir 2009-11-03T11:42:34-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=5178508#5178508 Two years later...Finally did the first actual "repair" on my '03 Pathy. Had to swap out the DTRL control assembly when my driver-side low beam stopped working and I eliminated every other possible cause. Lights worked fine after this was replaced. The part was $200 from courtesyparts.com (including UPS brokerage fees), compared to $300+ from local dealerships.Other than that, it's been routine maintenance and touch-up paint jobs. Pretty happy with the purchase so far. Bought it in Nov '07 with 112,000 km, now it has 163,000km. Finally did the first actual "repair" on my '03 Pathy. Had to swap out the DTRL control assembly when my driver-side low beam stopped working and I eliminated every other possible cause. Lights worked fine after this was replaced. The part was $200 from courtesyparts.com (including UPS brokerage fees), compared to $300+ from local dealerships.

Other than that, it's been routine maintenance and touch-up paint jobs. Pretty happy with the purchase so far. Bought it in Nov '07 with 112,000 km, now it has 163,000km. ]]> Densetsu 2009-10-28T18:57:35-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=5177260#5177260 I have a 1999 Pathfinder. I bought it in 2005 at 120,000 kms on it. I'm at 194,000 now with no major problems.I have replaced the struts, and the muffler flange rusted out, so I had a pipe put in and welded. Works great now.Just basic maintenance, oil, plugs, wires.I had the brakes redone because of warping.That's it to date.Love my pathy! I have replaced the struts, and the muffler flange rusted out, so I had a pipe put in and welded. Works great now.
Just basic maintenance, oil, plugs, wires.
I had the brakes redone because of warping.
That's it to date.
Love my pathy! ]]> EmpressChe 2009-10-28T10:13:23-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=5161368#5161368 Hey,I have a 1997 Pathfinder, with 142k miles on it. I got it a month ago and I am amazed how well it drives. I used to have the same year Grand Cherokee with ~90k miles and it's not even close in terms of quality and mechanical condition. I have a 1997 Pathfinder, with 142k miles on it. I got it a month ago and I am amazed how well it drives. I used to have the same year Grand Cherokee with ~90k miles and it's not even close in terms of quality and mechanical condition. ]]> guttz03 2009-10-21T17:20:05-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=5161038#5161038 I have an 03 pathfinder, bought it 14 months ago with 53500 on it, now it just turned 70000. this truk runs amazing, its balzy, and very torquey. only issue with the vehicle isnt a problem, its actually a design flaw ide consider it. A 3 spd w/overdrive tranny coupled with a rear end that has 4.36 gears! this completely explain the less than desiablr gas milleage. however other than that i love this truk, only major repair...well choice repair, was my valve cover gaskets, at which time i replaced the spark plugs with NGK's and the pcv valve. when i said choice repair i meant kuz i hit a telephone pole with it after 3 months and did 8000$ in damage to it, lucky me it wasnt totaled. check out the before and after pics of the accident. cost of repair was so high because the shop had to go to nissan for EVERYTHING, cudnt find anything used, yah for me. both fenders, the hood, bumper, grill, driver side headlight, rear rim and tire(bkuz it hopped a curb) passenger side running board, and driverside tie rod and control arm.so besides tires and a rear window...which the sound system blew out lol....ive done nothing major to the truk. i plan on lifting it and doing a few more lil modds to it, the truk is deff worth it, the VG35DE motors are good for 500,000 miles if u ntake care of them, ive seen em. before after before

after ]]> Natedogg1701 2009-10-21T15:06:14-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=5151463#5151463 I have a similar problem with what seems to be a noisy transfer case. It makes a rattling noise that sounds like it could be a chain. The noise lessens when the vehicle is warmed up. It is loudest when accelerating, and reduces to practically no noise while coasting while slowing down. This only started about a month ago and it seems to be getting worse. My wife is noticing it and asking me about getting it repaired. I will let you know what I find out as I check into it. steadylight 2009-10-17T13:00:21-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=5139069#5139069 i have a 2003 nissan pathfinder. only oil changes. bought it with 34k miles and it now has 120k miles. the only problem i had was the valve covers have that problem and it causes more oil to go through the pcv line, well my idle was too low and no one could figure it out. nissan claimed my ecu and throttle body was bad and they were going to charge me 1600 to fix it. i took it home and saw that they left my intake loose so i took it off and when i did i saw carbon build up in the throttle body keeping air from getting in at idle. i paid $15 for an allen pack and used a brillo pad...i will never take anything to a dealer again. but other than that, no problems what so ever. other than my passenger side headlight burns out often. fastpathy35 2009-10-12T12:57:12-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4965770#4965770 2001 QX4. Second owner. 126,000 miles, I bought it at 48,000. Replaced O2 sensor twice, shocks, struts most lamps. I just drove it from Philly to Orlando with no issues. A/C all the way at about 80mph. I'll never sell it and you can't make me. Mischi 2009-08-04T15:14:39-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4941093#4941093 1998 Pathfinder XE 5 speed 1st owner.135,000 milesEverything is original except headlamps, struts, shocks, tires, LF brake caliper and tune up parts.Once, I was stupid enough to consider trading it on a used Ford F250 with a V10 engine, until the salesman quipped, "yea, those Nissan will run forever". Nuff said. 135,000 miles

Everything is original except headlamps, struts, shocks, tires, LF brake caliper and tune up parts.

Once, I was stupid enough to consider trading it on a used Ford F250 with a V10 engine, until the salesman quipped, "yea, those Nissan will run forever".

Nuff said. ]]> plowjockey 2009-07-26T08:46:41-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4918851#4918851 iv had my qx4 for a year know and bought it with 160,000 miles on it and now iv got 185,000 on it and haven't had a problem to date, i just take really good care about maintaining it, its flawless knock on wood knock on wood ]]> korbeano89 2009-07-17T17:50:41-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4908784#4908784 Did you ever correct shutter while shifting into into overdrive I have that too... Pully on crank for A/C and Alt seperated at rubber for me too.. Replaced O2 sensors at 117,000 and had to do again cause check engine light came on a month later.. tech said it was because i used after market part.. Opt for OEM!! Pully on crank for A/C and Alt seperated at rubber for me too..

Replaced O2 sensors at 117,000 and had to do again cause check engine light came on a month later.. tech said it was because i used after market part.. Opt for OEM!! ]]> rodguitar 2009-07-14T06:32:34-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4897945#4897945 Well Here goes mine. 1992 Nissan Pathfinder Xe5spd 4x4I've had her over a year 3rd owner 187xxx milesMaintinace according to Record bookTIming Chain Replaced by Nissan @ 110xxx milesregular Preventative maintinance at reccommended intervalsClutch replaced at 98xxx milesRecent Repairs:All Struts replaced (left rear Snapped at Bolt hole)All Fluids changed (transmission, Differencials, Transfer case)flushed cooling system.Alignment Due to lift with torsen bars in front (lots o negative camber lol)Love this Pathy, Bought it for my wife and it has never let us downits even had to pull start my rotary a couple times 1992 Nissan Pathfinder Xe
5spd 4x4

I've had her over a year 3rd owner 187xxx miles
Maintinace according to Record book
TIming Chain Replaced by Nissan @ 110xxx miles
regular Preventative maintinance at reccommended intervals
Clutch replaced at 98xxx miles

Recent Repairs:
All Struts replaced (left rear Snapped at Bolt hole)
All Fluids changed (transmission, Differencials, Transfer case)
flushed cooling system.
Alignment Due to lift with torsen bars in front (lots o negative camber lol)

Love this Pathy, Bought it for my wife and it has never let us down
its even had to pull start my rotary a couple times ]]> Nismo92Pathy 2009-07-09T09:16:47-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4706869#4706869 update, bought my qx4 in feb '06 with 58,000 kms, it now has 123,000 kms and the only MAJOR repair ive done was a distributor cap and starter due to a botched remote starter install from previous owner.Aside from that its regular stuff, and preventative maintenance....oil, filters, brakes, tires, bulbs, thats it. this thing rocksoh and its got a 5 star crash rating and i get roughly 16-19 MPG Aside from that its regular stuff, and preventative maintenance....oil, filters, brakes, tires, bulbs, thats it. this thing rocks

oh and its got a 5 star crash rating and i get roughly 16-19 MPG ]]> Qxxx4 2009-04-28T18:57:16-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4701508#4701508 2002 QX4 AWD bought new. Now at about 67K miles. No failure and nothing replaced whatsoever except oil and filter change. I even skipped major maintenance. QX4ME 2009-04-26T22:34:31-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4695286#4695286 Hello everyone Just signed in.I drive a 1999 chilkoot pathfinder. I am living in Quebec city and you can believe me this car played in a lot of snow.This truck is pretty reliable as far as i'm concerned. Of course i have a sensor who passed out years ago but the dealer told us it was going to be very expensive to repair so we let it that way.The tranny blew at about 260 000 Km but we did a lot of towing and I hear the path miss a tranny radiator and that is quite common.The water pump died at about 220 000 and we change the timing belt too.The exhaust was rusty and we change it too as well as rear suspension but afterwards we didn't see a lot of change.Now at about 290 000 Km (180 000 Mi) rust is coming out of the rear panel and the chrome bumpers.This was a work truck; we carry loads of woods well over the limits of the towing capacity, we cross snow banks higher than the hoods, and when the snow was not packed we can still go on with snow coming on top of the hood.This truck never refuse to start, by +40 C or by -40 C, and this is real numbers. Great truck with a lot of torque who miss a little power and ABSOLUTELY MISS A REAR LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL. I drive a 1999 chilkoot pathfinder. I am living in Quebec city and you can believe me this car played in a lot of snow.
This truck is pretty reliable as far as i'm concerned.

Of course i have a sensor who passed out years ago but the dealer told us it was going to be very expensive to repair so we let it that way.

The tranny blew at about 260 000 Km but we did a lot of towing and I hear the path miss a tranny radiator and that is quite common.

The water pump died at about 220 000 and we change the timing belt too.

The exhaust was rusty and we change it too as well as rear suspension but afterwards we didn't see a lot of change.

Now at about 290 000 Km (180 000 Mi) rust is coming out of the rear panel and the chrome bumpers.

This was a work truck; we carry loads of woods well over the limits of the towing capacity, we cross snow banks higher than the hoods, and when the snow was not packed we can still go on with snow coming on top of the hood.

This truck never refuse to start, by +40 C or by -40 C, and this is real numbers.
Great truck with a lot of torque who miss a little power and ABSOLUTELY MISS A REAR LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL. ]]> maikan 2009-04-24T08:17:11-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4617463#4617463 Hi I got a 97 qx4 with 135000km, I had the timing belt, water pump, seals and gaskets done @ the dealer. last year I replace the shocks to kyb and outer cv boots. Just recently I had to replace the upper heater hose and Yesterday I had to replace the bypass hose ( that was a pain) cuz It was leaking and I changed the upper and lower rad hose so I wouln't have to worry about it later on. next I have to do my brake pads. casio79 2009-03-29T07:09:59-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4611012#4611012 Well I have a 99.5 nissan pathfinder se limited with about 105k. This car has taken a beaten bought brand new by my parents went thru a number of fender benders. I have changed everything except the transmission. Problems that the truck currently has is my doorlock actuators on both front doors are shot. She still runs like new Currently have A pioneer Deh-p2900mp deck4 6.5 pioneer TSG1642R G-Seriesand a pairt of MA audio MAEZ tweeters Currently have A pioneer Deh-p2900mp deck
4 6.5 pioneer TSG1642R G-Series
and a pairt of MA audio MAEZ tweeters ]]> Wkz1gg0a 2009-03-26T18:16:43-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4349743#4349743 Wow! Where do I start. 1998 QX4. Bought almost 4 years ago with 97,000 miles and had the timing belt, front seals, t-stat, hoses & water pump maintenance done at that time by the dealer. Now has 145,500 miles-disassembled and cleaned turn signal switch (lights not working properly)-removed running boards (rusted through and dealer wanted $1800!!!)-replaced all tune up items and fluids-removed the removable roof rack bars (for better mpg)-disassembled and cleaned A/C-heater blower (had to 'smack' it every time to get it to start working)-replaced stereo & speakers - added an amp & sub-replaced shocks/struts - KYB-replaced front brakes, rotors, grease seals, o-rings & repacked wheel bearings-replaced gas cap-replaced fuel filler tube (dealer recall)-replaced evap charcoal canister and vent control valve-replaced power steering pump (O'Reilly), high pressure PS hose, PS belt, A/C belt, alt belt, A/C idler pulley, alt idler pulley, harmonic balancer/crankshaft pulley and flushed PS system-replaced muffler and rear silencer (removed heat shields) - AutozoneI guess that's 'kinda normal' stuff. I dunno. I do all of my own maintenance (except timing belt and recall item) and I buy OEM parts online (unless otherwise noted) so it's not too terribly expensive. My goal is to sell it before it needs another timing belt. I can't see sinking another $1000 into it at the dealer and I'm too chicken to do the timing belt.Oh, and I'm about to replace the right rear O2 sensor (Autozone). -disassembled and cleaned turn signal switch (lights not working properly)
-removed running boards (rusted through and dealer wanted $1800!!!)
-replaced all tune up items and fluids
-removed the removable roof rack bars (for better mpg?)
-disassembled and cleaned A/C-heater blower (had to 'smack' it every time to get it to start working)
-replaced stereo speakers - added an amp sub
-replaced shocks/struts - KYB
-replaced front brakes, rotors, grease seals, o-rings repacked wheel bearings
-replaced gas cap
-replaced fuel filler tube (dealer recall)
-replaced evap charcoal canister and vent control valve
-replaced power steering pump (O'Reilly), high pressure PS hose, PS belt, A/C belt, alt belt, A/C idler pulley, alt idler pulley, harmonic balancer/crankshaft pulley and flushed PS system
-replaced muffler and rear silencer (removed heat shields) - Autozone

I guess that's 'kinda normal' stuff. I dunno. I do all of my own maintenance (except timing belt and recall item) and I buy OEM parts online (unless otherwise noted) so it's not too terribly expensive. My goal is to sell it before it needs another timing belt. I can't see sinking another $1000 into it at the dealer and I'm too chicken to do the timing belt.

Oh, and I'm about to replace the right rear O2 sensor (Autozone).

]]> uniquem 2009-01-08T11:12:44-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4334887#4334887 03 Pathfinder, purchased as a demo February 04.88,000 miles.Very reliable except for the melting of the fuel vapor switch, and the fuel vapor cannister cracked. Luckily this was covered under an extended warranty. Of course the dealer didn't discover that the cannister was cracked until we told them that replacing the switch did not correct the engine light problem. Would have cost almost $1k without the warranty- of course that includes extra labor as they did not catch the problem with the cannister the first time in. Besides these fuel vapor/emissions problems, it's been maintenance, and replacement of the front brakes. 88,000 miles.

Very reliable except for the melting of the fuel vapor switch, and the fuel vapor cannister cracked.

Luckily this was covered under an extended warranty. Of course the dealer didn't discover that the cannister was cracked until we told them that replacing the switch did not correct the engine light problem. Would have cost almost $1k without the warranty- of course that includes extra labor as they did not catch the problem with the cannister the first time in.

Besides these fuel vapor/emissions problems, it's been maintenance, and replacement of the front brakes. ]]> spiceman 2009-01-03T07:09:15-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4238849#4238849 My first post - I have a 2002 QX4 with -0- problems up until today with 71,000 miles. Because of this site, I just diagonosied a bad a/c fan moduel and will be able to quickly replace it for about $140.00. From this site I learned that dealers are charging between 700 and 1000 do do what I estimate will take about 30 minutes. I love this site! Only routene maintenaine in 71,000 miles. Just added a new set of tires and still have the originasl brakes......DanO Only routene maintenaine in 71,000 miles. Just added a new set of tires and still have the originasl brakes......

DanO ]]> dandiver 2008-11-25T15:31:36-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4214751#4214751 I have a 1999 QX4. I purchased it used in 2000 with about 18,000 miles on it. It needed a new A/C compressor right away due to rattling. It was covered under warranty. Brakes, tires, oil changes, Timing belt, water pump, hoses, belts, rear shocks, and radio antenna. All replaced preventatively by myself except the antenna. It was just broken. Recently had to change the fuel pump, fuel filter, distributor cap and rotor, and plug wires. I now have 101,600 miles. This vehicle has only stranded me once when the fuel pump needed replacement. I'd buy another one if I could. Oh yea, needs another A/C compressor due to clutch noise. txmunger 2008-11-16T21:19:57-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4168548#4168548 i just got a 1999 QX4 and it runs great and i love it already. Presscott707 2008-10-30T18:43:33-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4112430#4112430 hello everyone. my pathfinder currently had 104000 miles and now its running great. i just recently had to replace the number two coil pack because i forgot to plug it in that probably when i changed the sparkers so it was misfiring so thats probably what caused the coil to go bad i hope. i had to replace rear resonator last october but thats about it. ses came on again wth p0174 might have to replace cat or maf sensor in the near future. the engine though still smooth and full power. definitely planning to run this vehicle until it dies. goal is 300000 miles.

]]> pathfinder9035 2008-10-11T23:05:30-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=4001114#4001114 Signed up a year and a half ago, and never thought to write anything in this thread, until now.Bought my 2002 Pathfinder in late 2003, with 43,000Kms on it. I now have 186,000 Kms. Best vehicle I've ever owned, bar none. I'm not very kind to it, but it never complains. I have my own handyman/renovation business, and this truck is my work vehicle.I haul pretty much anything and everything.Switched to synthetic oil after I bought it, and it still goes from oil change to oil change with no loss. The engine still purrs like it was new. No loss of power.Other than routine maintenance, I can't think of any problems I've had, except for the O2 sensors. Right now the heat shields around my exhaust are rattling a bit, but I don't consider that an issue. Also, the CD player stopped working years ago, but who cares. I have my Ipod.As far as rust, I've oil sprayed this truck every year since I bought it, and there is no rust anywhere. The underside is still black. (This is a must if you live up here.)I plan to keep this truck for a long time. Compared to all the North American crap I've owned in the past, the Pathfinder is the best. Bought my 2002 Pathfinder in late 2003, with 43,000Kms on it. I now have 186,000 Kms. Best vehicle I've ever owned, bar none.
I'm not very kind to it, but it never complains. I have my own handyman/renovation business, and this truck is my work vehicle.
I haul pretty much anything and everything.
Switched to synthetic oil after I bought it, and it still goes from oil change to oil change with no loss. The engine still purrs like it was new. No loss of power.
Other than routine maintenance, I can't think of any problems I've had, except for the O2 sensors. Right now the heat shields around my exhaust are rattling a bit, but I don't consider that an issue. Also, the CD player stopped working years ago, but who cares. I have my Ipod.
As far as rust, I've oil sprayed this truck every year since I bought it, and there is no rust anywhere. The underside is still black. (This is a must if you live up here.)
I plan to keep this truck for a long time. Compared to all the North American crap I've owned in the past, the Pathfinder is the best.
]]> Buzzman 2008-09-12T16:04:39-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3993564#3993564 New here, just signed up. I have a 2001 QX4 that we bought new in April 2001. It has been an excellent vehicle for us. We had the sensor issue posted earlier, but that is about it. So far just regular maintenance. A bit of rust is starting to show up now. I just love, love, love my QX4. I am from Ontario and we have quite a bit of snow and it has done great. We are looking to put a trailer hitch on it for a bike rake. So I am off to search the forums.Mary JoP.S. I have about 95K on it. I have a 2001 QX4 that we bought new in April 2001. It has been an excellent vehicle for us. We had the sensor issue posted earlier, but that is about it. So far just regular maintenance. A bit of rust is starting to show up now. I just love, love, love my QX4. I am from Ontario and we have quite a bit of snow and it has done great. We are looking to put a trailer hitch on it for a bike rake. So I am off to search the forums.

Mary Jo

P.S. I have about 95K on it. ]]> emjay2001 2008-09-10T10:12:30-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3988070#3988070 i have a 99.5 XE bought at 76k as 2nd owner.currently has 120ksince i have owned it i have had the following issues:rear O2 sensor went at about 95k - cheapsway bars replaced at 110k - cheapnew exhaust system including 2 pipes, manifold, rear section/tail pipe, at 120k - $750everything else no problems. currently has 120k

since i have owned it i have had the following issues:

rear O2 sensor went at about 95k - cheap
sway bars replaced at 110k - cheap
new exhaust system including 2 pipes, manifold, rear section/tail pipe, at 120k - $750

everything else no problems. ]]> saurus 2008-09-08T17:41:59-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3962327#3962327 A result was recently posted for the 2001--the repair rate appears to be about average, maybe a bit better. The sample size was small, so the reuslt is asterisked.I'd like to get rid of that asterisk and include more model years. Need the help of more people here to do this...Vehicle reliability research I'd like to get rid of that asterisk and include more model years. Need the help of more people here to do this...

Vehicle reliability research ]]> mkaresh 2008-08-31T11:21:02-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3943553#3943553 I bought my 1998 Infiniti QX4 last year for only $2500, but it runs perfect. It has never been in an accident and to my knowledge, the former owners who were family friends had never had to have any major maintenance on it. It is currently at 210,373 km and runs just perfect with not a single leak.I should include-champaign gold w/ tan leather interior-fully loaded except CD changerThis truck was USED too. It was used at these people's lake house for pulling a boat and driving off road. So the body has a little wear on it, but the engine and drivetrain keep humming along with no problems, and it's especially good in the snow. Apparently they had always had it serviced at the perscribed intervals at the dealership they bought it from. It is currently at 210,373 km and runs just perfect with not a single leak.

I should include
-champaign gold w/ tan leather interior
-fully loaded except CD changer

This truck was USED too. It was used at these people's lake house for pulling a boat and driving off road. So the body has a little wear on it, but the engine and drivetrain keep humming along with no problems, and it's especially good in the snow. Apparently they had always had it serviced at the perscribed intervals at the dealership they bought it from. ]]> hearse83 2008-08-24T17:49:27-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3823719#3823719 My 01 QX4 ( purchased used, now 70k) has been great, only 2 minor problems. The cd system has never worked- tried everythingn and a few months ago I replaced the battery, the LB headlights, then she also started to leak oil and power steering fluid. I lived outside the US and my local Nissan dealer quoted me $3000 to check the leaks... needless to say I am waiting til I get her back here. Other than that its been a great vehicle. The cd system has never worked- tried everythingn and a few months ago I replaced the battery, the LB headlights, then she also started to leak oil and power steering fluid.
I lived outside the US and my local Nissan dealer quoted me $3000 to check the leaks... needless to say I am waiting til I get her back here.
Other than that its been a great vehicle. ]]> rosiesc 2008-07-15T12:09:57-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3756422#3756422 I have 2001 Pathfinder and I hate that loud squeaking noise, engine starts to vibrate.My brother has 99 QX4, many many problems at 160K. He's going to sell it. My brother has 99 QX4, many many problems at 160K. He's going to sell it. ]]> TOPATHFINDER 2008-06-21T23:07:33-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3642490#3642490 I have a 2001 QX4 with all the options, Nav, Tow Pkg, heated seats front and rear, and a lot of the problems Ive have over the years I had forgotten about until reading this thread.I am the second owner bought it with 37K miles on it and I am a mechanic so I didnt worry about what I was getting into although I knew I was going to have issues having owned a I30 previously.I have a subscription to ALL DATA for all my cars which is a big help. Anyway here is my laundry list so far but I dont remember the exact mileage for these issues but the truck is at 83K now. I bought it in 2003.Drivers side cam position sensor (replaced myself very easy)Drivers power seat (repaired myself not very easy but doable)Evaporator canister bypass valve (repaired semi difficult)Exhaust pipe over rear axel (repaired myself with inner sleeve and two clamps may last a couple of years but best solution for this is welding)Mass air flow sensor (cleaned it with control cleaner)I recently had to replace no 2 coil took about 8 hours to figure out, 10 minutes to actually replace, good luck trying that with any of the other 5 coils. Just to clarify sometimes if you have a miss that is not constant you get a DTC of 1320 the scanner wont always tell you which cylinder to I just kept clearing and checking till it finally was able to pin it down, I was either that or replace all at around $90 a pop.That thing with the windows in the winter being slow, I have that.Replace rotors one time around 74KRear brakes no problem yet.Don't remember when it started but I have a very noisy transfer case which I will try to tackle this summer.Everything on the bottom of this truck gets so rusty. I forgot to mention the first time I went down there to change the oil, the plastic cover that you have to remove to change the filter, half the screw were broken off and I havnt gotten around to drilling and re-tapping those out either. I am the second owner bought it with 37K miles on it and I am a mechanic so I didn’t worry about what I was getting into although I knew I was going to have issues having owned a I30 previously.

I have a subscription to ALL DATA for all my cars which is a big help. Anyway here is my laundry list so far but I don’t remember the exact mileage for these issues but the truck is at 83K now. I bought it in 2003.

Drivers side cam position sensor (replaced myself very easy)
Drivers power seat (repaired myself not very easy but doable)
Evaporator canister bypass valve (repaired semi difficult)
Exhaust pipe over rear axel (repaired myself with inner sleeve and two clamps may last a couple of years but best solution for this is welding)
Mass air flow sensor (cleaned it with control cleaner)
I recently had to replace no 2 coil took about 8 hours to figure out, 10 minutes to actually replace, good luck trying that with any of the other 5 coils. Just to clarify sometimes if you have a miss that is not constant you get a DTC of 1320 the scanner wont always tell you which cylinder to I just kept clearing and checking till it finally was able to pin it down, I was either that or replace all at around $90 a pop.
That thing with the windows in the winter being slow, I have that.
Replace rotors one time around 74K
Rear brakes no problem yet.
Don't remember when it started but I have a very noisy transfer case which I will try to tackle this summer.
Everything on the bottom of this truck gets so rusty. I forgot to mention the first time I went down there to change the oil, the plastic cover that you have to remove to change the filter, half the screw were broken off and I havnt gotten around to drilling and re-tapping those out either.
]]> jplondon 2008-05-12T09:17:15-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3567905#3567905 2000 QX4 3.3105000 milesreplaced O2 and EVAP sensor@105000 , cd changer @60000, exhaust @ 102000, new tires @95000, new main crank pulley after rubber came out between two parts @ 98000 Squeaky windows fixed by myself after Madison WI dealership failed to fix.....Great truck buying boat, so we'll see how it works as tow truck!owned 92 pathfinder sold at 120000. 3.0 -5 spd, lost reverse @110000 broken pin. another great truck. 105000 miles
replaced O2 and EVAP sensor@105000 , cd changer @60000, exhaust @ 102000, new tires @95000, new main crank pulley after rubber came out between two parts @ 98000? Squeaky windows fixed by myself after Madison WI dealership failed to fix.....
Great truck buying boat, so we'll see how it works as tow truck!
owned 92 pathfinder sold at 120000. 3.0 -5 spd, lost reverse @110000 broken pin. another great truck. ]]> stukieqx4 2008-04-16T12:00:00-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3519433#3519433 Purchased a 1997 QX4 w/ 175K. First experience with one and after 2 mo. we're in love with it. Minor exhaust leak which I expect to fix soon. Rust spot here and there and the temp/compass not working but lots of luxury and AWD are a real plus for us here in CO. landl 2008-03-31T07:28:42-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3461200#3461200 Bought an '03 Pathfinder (Chilkoot) in Nov '07, with 69,000mi on it. Now have 74k on it. Previous owner had it periodically taken it into Nissan for routine maintenance. I drive it in a northern Canadian city with frequent trips to rural areas. I replaced my '95 Chevy Lumina with a Pathfinder, mostly for easier winter driving and hauling around large quantities of sports equipment.There have been no major mechanical issues with the vehicle. 1.5 quarts of oil was burned after 3k on dino oil. A bit high compared to the other vehicles in my family I do maintenance on. Switched to semi-synthetic and I'll be watching the levels this time around, topping off as necessary. Might make the move to full synthetic depending on how well it likes the semi-synthetic.There is some minor rusting in both rear wheel wells, which might have been aggravated by all the salt that Canadian cities put on roads during the winter. I'll take care of it once it's warm enough outside for some sanding/priming/painting. In the meanwhile, I've just been controlling the rust with WD40. Paint on the hood also seems to chip easily.Winters tend to easily freeze windows shut, and/or power windows aren't powerful enough. The Bose 6CD changer skips frequently when it's cold out as well.Mileage in the winter has been around 15-16mpg with 60/40 city/hwy driving. Hoping it'll get up around 17-18mpg in the summer. A gas guzzler, but not overly bad when compared to other vehicles in it's class.Power is impressive with the 3.5L. More than enough passing power and handles hills well. Towing the contents of my apartment in a moving trailer wasn't difficult at all. I'll be anxious to see how it handles steep mountain roads during vacation this summer.With all-mode 4WD, the "auto" setting doesn't seem to improve traction much during winter on snowy roads. Left it in 4Hi most of the time for city driving and haven't had much trouble.It came with a trailer hitch, but no trailer lights connector. Installing a connector wasn't difficult; but removing and reattaching the plastic covers that run along either side of the cargo area revealed cheap, plastic snaps that can be easily fatigued and broken. Rumours of the extra electrical load trailer lights add burning out the brake lights fuse were greatly exaggerated, and all went well.Even though it's probably premature, I'll be doing full maintenance on the vehicle (plugs, fluids, filters) this summer. It's just nice to have a baseline point for maintenance tasks when you buy a used vehicle. Hopefully it might bump up the MPG a few points, too.Overall, I'm very happy with the vehicle. I'll be watching out for some of the common problems... O2 sensors and timing belts, mostly, from what I've heard from other Pathy owners. There have been no major mechanical issues with the vehicle. 1.5 quarts of oil was burned after 3k on dino oil. A bit high compared to the other vehicles in my family I do maintenance on. Switched to semi-synthetic and I'll be watching the levels this time around, topping off as necessary. Might make the move to full synthetic depending on how well it likes the semi-synthetic.

There is some minor rusting in both rear wheel wells, which might have been aggravated by all the salt that Canadian cities put on roads during the winter. I'll take care of it once it's warm enough outside for some sanding/priming/painting. In the meanwhile, I've just been controlling the rust with WD40. Paint on the hood also seems to chip easily.

Winters tend to easily freeze windows shut, and/or power windows aren't powerful enough. The Bose 6CD changer skips frequently when it's cold out as well.

Mileage in the winter has been around 15-16mpg with 60/40 city/hwy driving. Hoping it'll get up around 17-18mpg in the summer. A gas guzzler, but not overly bad when compared to other vehicles in it's class.

Power is impressive with the 3.5L. More than enough passing power and handles hills well. Towing the contents of my apartment in a moving trailer wasn't difficult at all. I'll be anxious to see how it handles steep mountain roads during vacation this summer.

With all-mode 4WD, the "auto" setting doesn't seem to improve traction much during winter on snowy roads. Left it in 4Hi most of the time for city driving and haven't had much trouble.

It came with a trailer hitch, but no trailer lights connector. Installing a connector wasn't difficult; but removing and reattaching the plastic covers that run along either side of the cargo area revealed cheap, plastic snaps that can be easily fatigued and broken. Rumours of the extra electrical load trailer lights add burning out the brake lights fuse were greatly exaggerated, and all went well.

Even though it's probably premature, I'll be doing full maintenance on the vehicle (plugs, fluids, filters) this summer. It's just nice to have a baseline point for maintenance tasks when you buy a used vehicle. Hopefully it might bump up the MPG a few points, too.

Overall, I'm very happy with the vehicle. I'll be watching out for some of the common problems... O2 sensors and timing belts, mostly, from what I've heard from other Pathy owners. ]]> Densetsu 2008-03-12T09:31:26-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3428354#3428354 I have a 2001 QX4 - bought new 6/2000, I don't know the engine size, but it's 240 hsp and 4wd. The driver seat motor went out in 2 years, but was replaced under warranty, CD changer went out about a year ago and I ignore it partly because we're an iPod family, and partly I've been meaning to replace the whole stereo with a stereo/navigation/dvd system. Replaced ignition coils summer of 2006 with 90,000 on it, and had weird problem with headlights going off one or both and got that fixed this summer, they had to replace something in steering column I think. All in all, not much money spent on repairs for how much driving I do. And I use it like a truck, not a car. Always hauling a lot of stuff around, sometimes the back seat is down for months. Have 110,000 on it now and no real problems. Still looks great inside and out in spite of being misused by me. By the way, any suggestions out there for a replacement stereo with nav/dvd, xm, bluetooth & iPod connect and backup camera Price is not a big factor. I was going to buy a new SUV, and for what I save in just a few months by not making payments on a new one, I figure I can upgrade this one with all the stuff the new ones have. By the way, any suggestions out there for a replacement stereo with nav/dvd, xm, bluetooth iPod connect and backup camera? Price is not a big factor. I was going to buy a new SUV, and for what I save in just a few months by not making payments on a new one, I figure I can upgrade this one with all the stuff the new ones have. ]]> rumjungle 2008-03-01T23:42:45-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3408455#3408455 I got the hand me down from my brother its a 98 QX4 with 171,XXX miles and i replaced plugs for the second time and just serviced the trans. it just developed a crazy idle it will go dead at a stop and go up and down on the highway. 98 QX4 with 171,XXX miles and i replaced plugs for the second time and just serviced the trans. it just developed a crazy idle it will go dead at a stop and go up and down on the highway. ]]> chickenknob 2008-02-24T12:19:33-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3365276#3365276 owned my 99.5 for 2years as of this month, purchased with 58000kms, now has 104000kms.-changed ignition and distributor cap (previous owner did a shotty remote starter installation)-new center muffler pipe and end pipe-small oil leak and burns some oil (conventional)-recently switched to semisynthetic-Expensive to maintain 4WD system but it works flawlessly-ran with nearly no coolant and a cracked rad cap for a while and didnt cause problems whatsoever (thank goodness)-timing belt and water pump to be changed in another 50000kms, going to put a huge dent in my bank account!no major issues, its an expensive car to maintain, but if you spend lots on preventative maintenance, its very nice to you. I hope this lasts me years to come. -changed ignition and distributor cap (previous owner did a shotty remote starter installation)
-new center muffler pipe and end pipe
-small oil leak and burns some oil (conventional)
-recently switched to semisynthetic
-Expensive to maintain 4WD system but it works flawlessly
-ran with nearly no coolant and a cracked rad cap for a while and didnt cause problems whatsoever (thank goodness)
-timing belt and water pump to be changed in another 50000kms, going to put a huge dent in my bank account!

no major issues, its an expensive car to maintain, but if you spend lots on preventative maintenance, its very nice to you. I hope this lasts me years to come. ]]> Qxxx4 2008-02-10T07:17:24-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3257714#3257714 Hi Everybody,I just want to say that I have a 2002 Pathfinder SE with a 5 speed manual transmission and I have 115000 miles on it and have had no problems at all. Besides the wonderful gas mileage that is and the having to use premium gas. It has been an amazing truck and I change my own oil using mobile 1 synthetic and had maintenance done on it at 75000 miles and it just runs and runs. I just want to say that I have a 2002 Pathfinder SE with a 5 speed manual transmission and I have 115000 miles on it and have had no problems at all. Besides the wonderful gas mileage that is and the having to use premium gas. It has been an amazing truck and I change my own oil using mobile 1 synthetic and had maintenance done on it at 75000 miles and it just runs and runs. ]]> kip 2008-01-04T15:37:50-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3253188#3253188 1999.5 Pathfinder LE159,286 miles original ownerBlack Paint, rock hard only 2 paint chips to speak of. Both smaller than a pencil eraser. Has never spent the night indoors, minor fading above drivers door.Interior Still excellent shape, no cracking leather- 3 kids, power passenger seat squeaks when moving forward and backward just annoying .Engine 3.0 WEAK! But zero problems. Regular maint. Only. Full synthetic every 6000 miles. Air conditioner clutch has been noisy since about 60,000 miles but still going. Tail pipe is starting to show some black. May be valve sealsTransmission, weird, minor annoying shifting issues, seems to be poor computer programming I changed fluid to B&M Trick Shift with new filter and cooler seems to have helped some of the issues.Exhaust, 95% original. I had to remove most of the heat shields at about 130,000 miles. Tail pipe rusted into over rear axle, repaired. Since repairing the pipe the end of the tail pipe seems to hit my after market mud flap when accelerating, VERY Annoying.Suspension Front no issues Rear replaced shocks with much heavier units, considered coil over's, may still do. Need to replace the bump stops, all chewed up. Plus it's Hard to find tires that fit well.This ride developed a bad vibration around 130,000 mile and I can't get rid of it.The only thing I don't like about this ride is the fact that it's way under powered which leads to poor fuel economy and I feel premature engine death. I had hoped to get 300,000 miles out of the engine but with the hills around here I doubt it.Will a bigger engine fit 159,286 miles original owner
Black Paint, rock hard only 2 paint chips to speak of. Both smaller than a pencil eraser. Has never spent the night indoors, minor fading above drivers door.

Interior Still excellent shape, no cracking leather- 3 kids, power passenger seat squeaks when moving forward and backward just annoying .

Engine 3.0 WEAK! But zero problems. Regular maint. Only. Full synthetic every 6000 miles. Air conditioner clutch has been noisy since about 60,000 miles but still going. Tail pipe is starting to show some black…. May be valve seals……

Transmission, weird, minor annoying shifting issues, seems to be poor computer programming ????? I changed fluid to BM Trick Shift with new filter and cooler seems to have helped some of the issues.

Exhaust, 95% original. I had to remove most of the heat shields at about 130,000 miles. Tail pipe rusted into over rear axle, repaired. Since repairing the pipe the end of the tail pipe seems to hit my after market mud flap when accelerating, VERY Annoying.

Suspension Front no issues Rear replaced shocks with much heavier units, considered coil over's, may still do. Need to replace the bump stops, all chewed up. Plus it's Hard to find tires that fit well.

This ride developed a bad vibration around 130,000 mile and I can't get rid of it.

The only thing I don't like about this ride is the fact that it's way under powered which leads to poor fuel economy and I feel premature engine death. I had hoped to get 300,000 miles out of the engine but with the hills around here I doubt it.

Will a bigger engine fit?????
]]> plugnickle 2008-01-03T08:58:32-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3248632#3248632 1999 QX4 ~95000 miles when I bought it last year. Now has about 103k miles. Cosmetically very nice shape.AC Clutch was replaced just before I bought it.Suspension was shot. Replaced struts and shocks. Rear coil springs are weak. Probably will go with Air shocks.Even after new suspension steering was still very mushy nearly to the point of feeling out of control. Turned out tires were shot(seperated belts).After new Goodyears and new brakes truck drives nice (but rear springs still mushy).Multi-disc cd changer does not work and blows a fuse whenever you try to use it.Transmission shudders sometimes when shifting into overdrive which seems like a slip which takes longer to engage the gear. Not sure what that is about but similar transmission problems seem to be quite normal on these trucks.Seems to be underpowered under hard acceleration.Ed AC Clutch was replaced just before I bought it.

Suspension was shot. Replaced struts and shocks. Rear coil springs are weak. Probably will go with Air shocks.

Even after new suspension steering was still very mushy nearly to the point of feeling out of control. Turned out tires were shot(seperated belts).
After new Goodyears and new brakes truck drives nice (but rear springs still mushy).

Multi-disc cd changer does not work and blows a fuse whenever you try to use it.

Transmission shudders sometimes when shifting into overdrive which seems like a slip which takes longer to engage the gear. Not sure what that is about but similar transmission problems seem to be quite normal on these trucks.

Seems to be underpowered under hard acceleration.

Ed ]]> hunziker 2008-01-01T17:53:01-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3064145#3064145 Coloradopathy...sign up on Roninwheelers.com. It's a local Nissan group that could use some more R50s. tmorgan4 2007-10-29T10:52:13-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3064056#3064056 Hey everyone, I'm new to the site! I haven't posted any pics but I will tonight when I get back home.Anyhow, I've had a 97 Qx4 and now I have a 00 Pathy. With the Qx4, the only thing that ever went wrong was the exhaust manifold issue that seemed pretty common. Never a breakdown, just some annoying ticking accompanied by crappy gas mileage. Other than that, nothing!On the Pathy, I heard the problem has been fixed so I am not anticipating to much, as far as I'm concerned, the good ol' 3.3L is rock solid. I've been in the desert, up in the mts at -20, serious off-roading, the beach, and cross country trips with out a hiccup. What a rig! Anyhow, I've had a 97 Qx4 and now I have a 00 Pathy. With the Qx4, the only thing that ever went wrong was the exhaust manifold issue that seemed pretty common. Never a breakdown, just some annoying ticking accompanied by crappy gas mileage. Other than that, nothing!

On the Pathy, I heard the problem has been fixed so I am not anticipating to much, as far as I'm concerned, the good ol' 3.3L is rock solid. I've been in the desert, up in the mts at -20, serious off-roading, the beach, and cross country trips with out a hiccup.

What a rig! ]]> coloradopathy 2007-10-29T10:15:57-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=3023659#3023659 2001 110k one owner rear o2 sensorand coil pack only real matinencemost anoyance is the power drivers seat keeps going out. rear o2 sensor
and coil pack only real matinence

most anoyance is the power drivers seat keeps going out. ]]> Randomsoleil 2007-10-13T15:58:01-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2787934#2787934 ReliabilityHa, 19 years and counting! ]]> Maximus300Z 2007-07-11T22:53:00-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2760038#2760038 You might want to post this in a separate thread. I don't know if enough people will see your question in this one. mkaresh 2007-06-30T18:44:01-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2759309#2759309 1999 QX4 Oxygen Sensor replacementWent to Autozone with a "check engine" light on my 1999 QX4. They told me it was likely a bad oxygen sensor, specifically "bank 2, sensor 2." I'm not mechanically inclined, but they said this is a job I can do myself. Would anybody have instructions to help me replace this sensor Went to Autozone with a "check engine" light on my 1999 QX4. They told me it was likely a bad oxygen sensor, specifically "bank 2, sensor 2." I'm not mechanically inclined, but they said this is a job I can do myself. Would anybody have instructions to help me replace this sensor? ]]> mjohnson804 2007-06-30T11:24:46-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2743237#2743237 2003 Pathfinder LE, 59.4K milesAside from going through 3 sets of rotors, belts, battery, tires and oil changes, this truck hasbeen fantastic. the only problem to date has been having the driver's seat motor assemblybreak $489, and having the TPMS reset $50. It just seems like routine maintenance is expensive, but considering how I drive it, it isnt too bad. I have pondering trading it for somethingthat gets better gas mileage, but everything else I look at just seems "cheap" compared to the qualityof this japan built SUV. I did replace the Bose head unit, but that was my choice. Really, a Swiss ArmyKnife. Modified by ky03pathy at 9:39 AM 6/24/2007 Aside from going through 3 sets of rotors, belts, battery, tires and oil changes, this truck has
been fantastic. the only problem to date has been having the driver's seat motor assembly
break $489, and having the TPMS reset $50. It just seems like routine maintenance is
expensive, but considering how I drive it, it isnt too bad. I have pondering trading it for something
that gets better gas mileage, but everything else I look at just seems "cheap" compared to the quality
of this japan built SUV. I did replace the Bose head unit, but that was my choice. Really, a Swiss Army
Knife.

Modified by ky03pathy at 9:39 AM 6/24/2007 ]]> ky03pathy 2007-06-24T09:04:18-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2717436#2717436 1999 Infiniti QX4. 78k miles. 1. 02 sensor went bad- Replaced @ 70k miles.2.A/C Compressor pulley went bad at 77k miles.3.Bose Front speakers cut in and out (possibly faulty amp). started at around 71k miles.Other than that, it seems pretty reliable. 1. 02 sensor went bad- Replaced @ 70k miles.

2.A/C Compressor pulley went bad at 77k miles.

3.Bose Front speakers cut in and out (possibly faulty amp). started at around 71k miles.

Other than that, it seems pretty reliable.

]]> GTSTWINCAM 2007-06-13T15:56:56-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2651977#2651977 2001 pathfinder r50 3.5 liter automatic 4-wd se 53,000 miles2nd ownerbose cd repaired 3 times under my ownership.1 rear o2 sensor replaced on drivers side.in the shop 3 times to repair the variable timing system 2 solonids replaced and one sensor and the light is now on again.Auto shifter brake lock out solonid failed at 40,000 miles.front rotors replaced at 30,000 miles due to warpage.paint chips easily,black anodizing on roof rack failing.rear coils springs sag badly over 1.5 inches in 6 years and no load other than driver in the truck.origional tires didnt last 30,000 miles.battery failure in 5 years.very un happy with nissan due to the cd player and timing issues.transmission shifts weird when cold below 40degrees f for the first 2 blocks.windows roll up poorly when cold.alot of rust on exhaust system and tail pipe failure in 40,000 miles.all in all isnt too bad until you factor in the origional price for this pathfinder. for that amount of money these issues shouldnt exist and the dealer should fix it at their cost. 2nd owner
bose cd repaired 3 times under my ownership.
1 rear o2 sensor replaced on drivers side.
in the shop 3 times to repair the variable timing system 2 solonids replaced and one sensor and the light is now on again.
Auto shifter brake lock out solonid failed at 40,000 miles.
front rotors replaced at 30,000 miles due to warpage.
paint chips easily,
black anodizing on roof rack failing.
rear coils springs sag badly over 1.5 inches in 6 years and no load other than driver in the truck.
origional tires didnt last 30,000 miles.
battery failure in 5 years.
very un happy with nissan due to the cd player and timing issues.
transmission shifts weird when cold below 40degrees f for the first 2 blocks.
windows roll up poorly when cold.
alot of rust on exhaust system and tail pipe failure in 40,000 miles.
all in all isnt too bad until you factor in the origional price for this pathfinder. for that amount of money these issues shouldnt exist and the dealer should fix it at their cost.
]]> stevebaz 2007-05-18T11:21:13-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2637115#2637115 The water pump tends to be done any time a timing belt is done, because they don't want to risk having to repeat all the labor a year or two later to get at a relatively cheap part.But this doesn't happen when there is a timing chain. Do pumps fail in those vehicles But this doesn't happen when there is a timing chain. Do pumps fail in those vehicles? ]]> mkaresh 2007-05-12T10:58:28-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2637073#2637073 Uhh, yeah, a drive shaft should never go bad unless you abuse it. I have a 99.5 QX4 and I've had a couple probs with it, but I did buy it used. Blew the transmission pan gasket, real tranny probs except for my huge post, check it out if you're curious. Did have to put on new front axles because the CV boots tore (it was 2 hours less work to put axles on, actually saved $ on labor because they charged $90/hr., stupid Sunnyvale, CA). Put on a timing belt and let them talk me into new water pump and hoses, but that's preventative. I have a 99.5 QX4 and I've had a couple probs with it, but I did buy it used. Blew the transmission pan gasket, real tranny probs except for my huge post, check it out if you're curious. Did have to put on new front axles because the CV boots tore (it was 2 hours less work to put axles on, actually saved $ on labor because they charged $90/hr., stupid Sunnyvale, CA).

Put on a timing belt and let them talk me into new water pump and hoses, but that's preventative. ]]> SnowSurfLax 2007-05-12T10:40:05-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2630059#2630059 I own a 05 SE and as per my post, its redesign was a step in the wrong direction! From what I read all over the net, the 2001-2004 Pathfinder is much more reliable and less problematic than the 05+ generation!Today I found out I need a new rear drive shaft and belt tensioner; the shaft is covered under warranty not the tensioner. I have driven nothing but highway miles for the 56K on my Pathfinder, never gone off road, never gone over 75MPH yet I need a new rear driveshaft!Someone please correct me if I'm wrong but a driveshaft is not something that should go in 56K of highway miles Today I found out I need a new rear drive shaft and belt tensioner; the shaft is covered under warranty not the tensioner. I have driven nothing but highway miles for the 56K on my Pathfinder, never gone off road, never gone over 75MPH yet I need a new rear driveshaft!

Someone please correct me if I'm wrong but a driveshaft is not something that should go in 56K of highway miles?

]]> kram613 2007-05-09T12:09:50-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2625559#2625559 Quote, originally posted by mkaresh How much maintenance does Nissan call for beyond changing the oil I'd definitely change the coolant and maybe change the transmission and rear diff fluids. But anything elseNissan calls changing the oil every 6000km and rotates at 12000km, also lubeing the prop shaft at 12000. They call a big service at 48000km where they recommened replacing diff fluids/LSD oil, transfer case fluid, coolant flush, replace ATF, replace fuel filter, drive belts and bearing repack. And thats pretty much it from what I know for the 2001-2004 pathfinders with the VQ35 engine. oh yeah they also say replacing plugs at 168000km. Quote, originally posted by mkaresh raquo;How much maintenance does Nissan call for beyond changing the oil? I'd definitely change the coolant and maybe change the transmission and rear diff fluids. But anything else?

Nissan calls changing the oil every 6000km and rotates at 12000km, also lubeing the prop shaft at 12000. They call a big service at 48000km where they recommened replacing diff fluids/LSD oil, transfer case fluid, coolant flush, replace ATF, replace fuel filter, drive belts and bearing repack. And thats pretty much it from what I know for the 2001-2004 pathfinders with the VQ35 engine. oh yeah they also say replacing plugs at 168000km. ]]> 03Chillinkoot 2007-05-07T18:07:37-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2625418#2625418 How much maintenance does Nissan call for beyond changing the oil I'd definitely change the coolant and maybe change the transmission and rear diff fluids. But anything else mkaresh 2007-05-07T17:06:52-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2622412#2622412 Just got a 2003 Pathfinder Chilkoot. It had 93500 canadian KM on it when acquired. To date it has just over 95000 on it. But I can tell you the previous owner didn't do any maintenance but change the oil. Everything still works perfect and it drives like brand new. My dad had a 93 pathfinder 280000 km and my brother has a 97 pathfinder 230000 km also with no major problems.The best suv's on the road. The best suv's on the road. ]]> 03Chillinkoot 2007-05-06T12:41:13-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2618379#2618379 99.5 QX4. I'm at 67k miles, 10k of which I've added (last 6 months)... not a single problem. I've even had it stuck in the mud (high centered) and it withstood tugging from a Bobcat, constant rocking. . no trans or 4wd / diff problems.not what you're looking for I'm sure, but I'll keep this thread alive.edit: I guess I can sticky this. . might as well be a mod and do mod things. . not what you're looking for I'm sure, but I'll keep this thread alive.

edit: I guess I can sticky this. . might as well be a mod and do mod things. . ]]> KoukiS14 2007-05-04T07:39:42-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2618329#2618329 Still looking for me of these. mkaresh 2007-05-04T07:00:12-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2462452#2462452 That's quite impressive. The 2001 model year is now more than halfway to the minimum, with 14 signed up. The 2001 model year is now more than halfway to the minimum, with 14 signed up. ]]> mkaresh 2007-03-07T12:12:57-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2402137#2402137 128k miles on 99 QX4 - only preventative maintenance - not a single problem to date!
128k miles on 99 QX4 - only preventative maintenance - not a single problem to date!

]]> fueler 2007-02-13T12:35:17-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=214837;postid=2399108#2399108 I bought my 99.5 QX4 on Halloween (10/31). No problems . . almost 5k miles later. (I drove to NC and back, and I've been playing around with it a lot) No problems . . almost 5k miles later.

(I drove to NC and back, and I've been playing around with it a lot) ]]> KoukiS14 2007-02-12T10:53:46-08:00