Welcome Murano Owners!

[8675309yine]

Hello All, I am Matthew, I live in Austin Texas. I own a 2005 Nissan Murano S. My only mods to date include OEM replacement K&N filter and a FlowMaster in place of the rear muffler (the "must do" mods for ANY vehicle ). I am debating on also replacing the middle muffler with another FlowMaster, and eventually looking into some engine mods. I look forward to and thank you all for all of the great information that I may come across here!!! I hope I can share some knowledge along the way!!Thank you"86"

[Timmbo]

Hello All, I am Matthew, I live in Austin Texas. I own a 2005 Nissan Murano S. My only mods to date include OEM replacement K&N filter and a FlowMaster in place of the rear muffler (the "must do" mods for ANY vehicle ). I am debating on also replacing the middle muffler with another FlowMaster, and eventually looking into some engine mods. I look forward to and thank you all for all of the great information that I may come across here!!! I hope I can share some knowledge along the way!!Thank you"86"

Welcome to NICOclub! Glad to have you here in the Murano Forum. I have to hand it to you, those are some nice mods for a Murano. How does the new exhaust sound?

[8675309yine]

I have to hand it to you, those are some nice mods for a Murano. How does the new exhaust sound?

Thank You!! I think it sounds great, like this clip (not mine, but the very same muffler that is on mine)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FpyCjgnloQc

Realistically, I am thinking that the suspension is next on the list, maybe a tad bit lower and a lot stiffer

Thanks"86"

[sneekn]

Hi guys!

I bought a 2004 Murano SE AWD for my family and we love it, well she loves it and lets me drive it once in a while...

Was really glad to find the service manual for our ride!! Really appreciate that post!!

Thanks again, I will post some pics asap!

[Timmbo]

Hi guys!

I bought a 2004 Murano SE AWD for my family and we love it, well she loves it and lets me drive it once in a while...

Was really glad to find the service manual for our ride!! Really appreciate that post!!

Thanks again, I will post some pics asap!

No problemo!!!! Welcome to NICOclub! We are thrilled to have you as a new member of NICOclub and we hope you enjoy the site.

[gfuller702]

I have a 2005 Silver Murano SL AWD. Love it. Bought with 35K on it in Feb and have 40K now and it is performing better than I expected. Replaced the cabin filter myself with a FRAM filter from Amazon. It took about 5 minutes max and is very easy to do. Instructions are in the box and it cost about $13. If you buy two you get free shipping(>$25 total).

[blastoff99]

Hello from the northwest corner of the great state of Washington!

Beautiful day here, and a perfect day to put a 2009 Murano in the garage. It's a Platinum Graphite S AWD with the convenience package and floor mats and splash guards. I think that's all.

The Murano will get to sleep next to a 2007 350Z. I think they'll get along fine.

Thanks for the forum!

[Timmbo]

Hello from the northwest corner of the great state of Washington!

Beautiful day here, and a perfect day to put a 2009 Murano in the garage. It's a Platinum Graphite S AWD with the convenience package and floor mats and splash guards. I think that's all.

The Murano will get to sleep next to a 2007 350Z. I think they'll get along fine.

Thanks for the forum!

Welcome aboard gentlemen!!!! Nice, a Murano and a 350Z, can't beat that combo, ehhh, well, I have an Armada and a 3.5 Altima, that is a pretty sweet combo as well!

[jimdin]

Hi all from down under Australia, just picked up my brand spankin new Tinted Bronze Murano Ti, with all the bells and whistles, must say a new driving experience for me, but after a couple of hours behind the wheel I love it. Interesting to read about all the different varients of MO's around the world. Had been reading this forum for a couple of weeks before I brought one and I must say that the positive feedback convinced me I was making the right decision.

[Czarny_Orzel]

New to Forum, but have been reading and learning here for the last month. We had the Murano on our short list, and after driving several SUV's, opted for a 2009 LE in Brilliant Silver. Traded in our 05 RX330, which has been a great vehicle, reliable, comfortable and easy to drive - but bloody expensive to maintain through Lexus - even though we got hand wash and dry, and chocolates for the Lady. Still $150 oil changes ain't cheap!!!

So far, we're quite pleased with the Murano, it's very comfortable, has all the bells and whistles that Lexus had, plus several that they still don't offer. The handling and fuel mileage have been superb - especially for a new vehicle delivered with only 23 miles on it. We took an intial road trip, about 400 plus miles over two mountain passes (North Cascades 4700+ft and 5477 ft respectively), on the trip East we averaged right at 23.9 and on the return got 24.8 which is impressive for a car not broken in as yet. Time will tell if we made the right decision.
Modified by Czarny_Orzel at 12:30 PM 6/23/2009

[Timmbo]

New to Forum, but have been reading and learning here for the last month. We had the Murano on our short list, and after driving several SUV's, opted for a 2009 LE in Brilliant Silver. Traded in our 05 RX330, which has been a great vehicle, reliable, comfortable and easy to drive - but bloody expensive to maintain through Lexus - even though we got hand wash and dry, and chocolates for the Lady. Still $150 oil changes ain't cheap!!!

So far, we're quite pleased with the Murano, it's very comfortable, has all the bells and whistles that Lexus had, plus several that they still don't offer. The handling and fuel mileage have been superb - especially for a new vehicle delivered with only 23 miles on it. We took an intial road trip, about 400 plus miles over two mountain passes (North Cascades 4700+ft and 5477 ft respectively), on the trip East we averaged right at 23.9 and on the return got 24.8 which is impressive for a car not broken in as yet. Time will tell if we made the right decision.

Modified by Czarny_Orzel at 12:30 PM 6/23/2009

Trust me, you made the right decision!!!!! ENJOY THE RIDE!!!

[greatwhitenorth]

New to the forum. Have been driving a 07 Murano SE AWD since November 2006. Just today traded for an 09 Murano LE AWD. Couldn't break myself of my affinity for Merlot...

New buyer remorse...should I have waited for the 2010s?

[Bunshaw]

I don't think anyone has a final list of upcoming changes for the 2010 model. They may be very minor and not anything that you would miss. I imagine that Nissan will change some of the packages around since the iPod interface is a highly sought after feature. Package changes won't affect LE owners for the most part since that is the top baseline trim already.

[onceajrzgrl]

I am new to this site as well and i'm thankful for some of the helpful posts...I love my Murano and this is my second one! I've had an 05 that I traded for the 09 because it is such a sweet ride!!

Thank you for creating this forum as it is definitely most hopeful!! I will see if I can post the pics correctly...

from the proud owner of an Merlot 09 Murano SL!!

Jackie

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[Timmbo]

I love the look of the Merlot!!!! Cheers from everyone here at NICOclub!

[nickhodge]

Just got my 2009 Murano SL AWD Black with 360. My girlfriend and I love it a lot!

[soc]

Hi, I'm soc. I'm new to this site. I traded my clunker + 04 Hyundai Santa Fe.Big difference. Luv the ride and all the neat features. I wish it had a tiptronic shift like the SF. Pictures to come.


Modified by soc at 10:22 AM 8/7/2009

[Timmbo]

Hi, I'm soc. I'm new to this site. I traded my clunker + 04 Hyundai Santa Fe.Big difference. Luv the ride and all the neat features. I wish it had a tiptronic shift like the SF. Pictures to come.

Modified by soc at 10:22 AM 8/7/2009

Welcome to NICOclub! Can't wait to see the pics! Enjoy the new ride!

[testguy34]

I'm new to the club. I got my Murano SL FWD last month with 360, premium and leather package. I really like the handling, ride, engine performance and bose sound system.

[Stevyong]

G'day Guys, i'm Yong from Malaysia. Extremely happy to find a forum to discuss my in coming Nissan Murano. Home minister was looking to upgrade her Toyota Vios E. Was looking for Toyota Harrier 2,400cc. However, while viewing the Toyota Harrier, there was a Murano 4WD year 2005, 2,500cc next to the Toyota Harrier. First look, wonderful compare to Toyota Harrier. Paid the booking fees and test drive. Found out that the suspensions were very stiff vide run into a pole hole of about 3 inches deep. Question 1 : Are Murano's suspensions stiffer than Toyota Harrier? Question 2 : What is Murano's suspension part number? thought of chaning them. Other than this concern, no others issue.Wonderful Murano!!!!!!!!!

[Timmbo]

G'day Guys, i'm Yong from Malaysia. Extremely happy to find a forum to discuss my in coming Nissan Murano. Home minister was looking to upgrade her Toyota Vios E. Was looking for Toyota Harrier 2,400cc. However, while viewing the Toyota Harrier, there was a Murano 4WD year 2005, 2,500cc next to the Toyota Harrier. First look, wonderful compare to Toyota Harrier. Paid the booking fees and test drive. Found out that the suspensions were very stiff vide run into a pole hole of about 3 inches deep. Question 1 : Are Murano's suspensions stiffer than Toyota Harrier? Question 2 : What is Murano's suspension part number? thought of chaning them. Other than this concern, no others issue.Wonderful Murano!!!!!!!!!

WOW! All the way from Malaysia!!!! Warmest welcomes from the staff here at NICOclub! Glad to have you here in the Murano Forum.

Sorry I can't help you out, but the Murano's suspension seems to be one of it's selling points. I have no idea what a Toyota Harrier is, we do not have that in the states. Also, all of our Murano's are built with the 3.5 instead of the 2.5 engine. The 2.5 engine is a good engine though. Sorry I could not help you more!

[testguy34]

There's no Lexus brand in Asia I guess, unless imported.

As far as I know Toyota Harrier is the Asian market of our Lexus RX330 here in US. Some features of Lexus of course is not available to Toyota, although they're sister company.

Also, our Lexus GX is the Toyota Prado in Asia.

Stevyong, is your Murano there in Malaysia the 1st generation or the 2nd one. 2nd generation suspension is refined or tuned while 1st generation is more sporty in handling, so I'd say it's more stiffer.

[alexander2009]

I own a Nissan Murano for past 17 months, love most features, only fault is the quality of the suspension, have had to change wheel bearings and stabilizer bar rubbers, and still hear knocking from below, good mileage out of town, noted that my rear view screen has gone from colour to black and white, someone suggested it might be because of my add of an alarm system, FM modulator and IPOD connnection, any second opinion why i have lost the colour to screen

[ssteve]

Finally owner of 09 Marano SL giving up my 04 Pathy, can't say enough about it. It's a pleasure to drive, creature comforts and of course performance. I live 15mi. nw of Boston and there are alot of them on the road can see why now..thanks for thewelcome

[Timmbo]

We are glad to have you here, welcome to the club!

[Macsleuth]

Hi Folks, just joined this forum, although I've been driving Nissan products since 97, I haven't been this excited about picking up a car. I get my new (55km on it) 09 Murano SL Sept. 30th. (company lease).I've been on a few other Maxima forums over the years and have always tried to contribute, as I have found an abundant of information and wonderful people willing to share their stories and help a fellow with a question.I'm from Barrie Ontario, Canada. Just north of Toronto, I drive down to Toronto most days. (about 100Km each way). Although I've always modified my cars in the past (including the leased ones), I'll keep this one to a minimum. K&N filter to start and possibly a CAI later on, depending.Will be looking for tips on getting the best mileage from the 09.Time to start looking thru all the topics.Hope to chat with you soon.

Gary

[Timmbo]

Hi Folks, just joined this forum, although I've been driving Nissan products since 97, I haven't been this excited about picking up a car. I get my new (55km on it) 09 Murano SL Sept. 30th. (company lease).I've been on a few other Maxima forums over the years and have always tried to contribute, as I have found an abundant of information and wonderful people willing to share their stories and help a fellow with a question.I'm from Barrie Ontario, Canada. Just north of Toronto, I drive down to Toronto most days. (about 100Km each way). Although I've always modified my cars in the past (including the leased ones), I'll keep this one to a minimum. K&N filter to start and possibly a CAI later on, depending.Will be looking for tips on getting the best mileage from the 09.Time to start looking thru all the topics.Hope to chat with you soon.

Gary

Welcome to the Murano Forum Gary!!!! Glad to have you as a new member of NICOclub!!! Congrats on the soon to be purchase, you will love your new ride!!! I reccommend the K&N filter, I have then in both of my current Nissan's and have had them in all previous Nissan/Infiniti vehicles I have owned. Again, welcome aboard!

[jaydubz]

What's up Murano Land? Thought I'd drop a line to introduce myself. I picked up a 07 Murano S last fall. She's treated me awesome so far. Pretty stock, but that's about to change. I have tons of mods in mind, starting with headlight up grade, stereo, tires, rims, brakes, billet grille, a bit more window tint, cold air intake.......etc.

Performance and looks are key to me. So check me out in the next few months to see what I'm plugging away on. First matter of business - I'm trying to track down a Murano Projector/Halo Headlight kit. I've spent about 2 hours scouring the web. Nada?! There's heaps of kits for almost every model but Murano. Hopefully I can find one that is HID compatible. HELP pls!!

[smilygo]

Hi all,

I am new to this communicty. I bought 2009 Murano S for my wife about 1 month ago. We are very pleased with the car so far with 1200 miles on clock. I hav already done a 600 mil oil/filter change (Yes, I know it is overkill, but I just have to do it). I have owned many cars and been a DIY guy. It is hard to keep up with those electronical gadgets. I still have a couple of 8 track tapes along with records nd cassette tapes sitting in garage. I installed stainless step bar I purchased on eBay and amnow waiting for a Factory OEM fog light kit. I want also to install a backup camera. Well everyone, have a nice Murano life!

[nafddur]

I hav already done a 600 mil oil/filter change (Yes, I know it is overkill, but I just have to do it).

Overkill?? Yikes, I'd say. 6900 miles early.