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I recall VW's have a specific type of oil required for their turbo's (certain type of synthetic).
Can't see anything but 5w30 for this...but who knows. I was just a Sears getting a battery...saw a "bulk" oil change...3 oil changes for $50
Manual shows 5W-30, nothing special.
I think you're supposed to be able to keep an eye on the kids...or something to that effect.
I'd much rather prefer a telescoping rod with a rubber glove/sponge on the end...to keep the kids inline
There are a number of online nissan parts stores...but I'd first call your local Nissan Parts Department.
Since this vehicle does not have a regular key to turn on/off the engine, does anybody know how to jump start the vehicle? I also read in the owner's manual to depress the accelerator pedal and try starting the vehicle, but not sure if that's the correct route to take since the battery sounds pretty much discharged.
I currently have a 2003 Honda EX-L and the interior noise drives me nuts. Also, had to get a new transmission at 83K, luckily I only had to pay 10%. (I had to put on the charm to make them pay for that, although, they know they have/had an issue with the transmissions.) So hard to trust Honda again. The new Honda is still noisy. The only thing that I really like about the new Honda is the audible back up system. It beeps when you are getting too close to an item. And I don't mind the thunderbolt - kinda like it.
Toyota Sienna - quiet, but looks so boring. Also, lots of interior plastic.
I like the Quest because it looks different than the other mini vans. Also very quiet. The conversation mirror (love it! Big help for a mom like me). The mirror is so much better than the useless one in the Toyota. And I like the keyless feature and just touching the button on the door handle to open the sliding doors.
Deciding issues - We live 8 miles from the Honda dealer, almost 20 to the Nissan. Hopefully, Nissan will drop me off/pick me up for any maintance. I don't enjoy hanging out at the dealer. Not too keen on buying first year model years, might have to wait a year or two.
Not sure what the distance matters...unless you walk the 8 and don't want to do the 20
Here are some thoughts:
Likes:
- Seats - padded like an armchair, but with a good shape underneath that provides proper support. The French have always been good at that sort of thiing, perhaps this shows some Renault influence. The Toyota seats feel like rocks, just like the ones in the 1990s Toyota Previa that we briefly owned. Those wore well but were never very comfortable. The 2000 Odyssey's seats were middle-ground.
- Power - feels very powerful compared to the 2011 Grand Caravan, the 2000 Odyssey or the 2011 Odyssey, the Chevy Traverse and the Dodge Durango. And that CVT delivers the power very smoothly.
- Fuel economy - Drove a 90 mile expressway trip yesterday evening, averaged >24 mpg without having broken it in yet.
- Driving Position - my wife is nervous and uncomfortable driving many vehicles, but pretty comfortable with this one. Not so with the Sienna.
- Covered Trunk - as big as those on some cars, nicely hidden out of the way.
- Outside Mirrors - these are a great size and shape. Too many large/tall vehicles these days have small ones.
- Backup camera - the best we have seen in a sub-$40K vehicle.
- Easy-fold seats. We don't need the huge hauling capacity of the van as much as we need to stop wrestling with those 2nd-row seats when we carry large things.'
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- Noise Level. The Quest, Sienna and Durango were all very quiet. The Odyssey always had a lot of road noise.
- General visibility. The view to the sides and back is very unrestricted.
- 2nd and 3rd-row space. About the same as the Odyssey. I can't sit in the 3rd row of a Sienna without hitting my head on the ceiling due to its shape. Same with the Grand Caravan.
- Sound system. This is the #3 of 4 trim level, but the stereo is decent. The speakers are nothing special but not bad. The controls are excellent, both on the head unit and on the wheel. It remains to be seen how well the bluetooth works, we've never had that in one of our vehicles before.
- No trailering package required. Odysseys require an add-on tranny cooler. Siennas, Highlanders and Grand Caravans require an add-on package that is hard to find. You can't even order the trailer prep package on the Grand Caravan in the lower levels of trim. I tow 3000 lbs. The Odyssey was just OK for that due to its gearing. I expect the Quest to do much better due to the CVT's ability to just pick the ideal ratio for the load and conditions.
- No timing belt. Honda still has one, that's about a $1K maintenance item.
- Price. The local Toyota and Nissan dealers were having a great closeout on 2011s. We got the color and equipment we wanted on the Quest and paid less than we did for the similarly-equipped Odyssey 11 years ago(!).
- Ride in town. Soft and compliant, but adequately damped. The Durango rides better on less-than-perfect roads (amazing ride!) but this one is very good.
Dislikes:
- High-speed cornering. Not what you generally buy a minivan for, but the Odyssey was genuinely fun to push hard on occasion. The Quest just goes limp. Not unsafe, just un-fun. It reminds me of my father's old Suburban.
- Highway ride is "floaty". Like an older American car. Many/most people like that, but it's not my cup of tea. My wife likes it a lot, though, and this is her primary vehicle.
- No sunglasses holder - we thought it had one, but it's just a "conversation mirror" where the sunglasses holder belongs. Sometimes being "different" isn't such a good idea.
- High dashboard - It's not really bothersome, but we got back into the Odyssey yesterday (it went to a family member) and the low dashboard was pleasant to have.
- Trailer wiring - I have not found any aftermarket "T" connector for it. The Odyssey has a connector near the jack that was designed to plug a trailer harness into. Nice feature. I will check for a factory harness, but in the aftermarket I will have to tap into the factory wiring using Scotch-lock connectors, not the best arrangement.
- Lids on the "trunk". It sure would be nice to have a real hinge or at least a way to hold the lids open. You have to either remove the lids' 3 straps and take them out of the car or load one-handed.
- Concerned about the reports of running out of fuel downhill. That happened to me going uphill in both my '96 Jetta and my '00 Odyssey, but this one sounds even worse. Anecdote: When that happened to the Ody, I pulled off the highway onto the shoulder 1/2 mile from the gas station. Sitting on an angle, I had to put >4 gallons into it to get it to start again. Having to add a lot of fuel to restart on an incline is not uncommon. But that day I only managed to burn 17 of the 20 gallons in the tank before running out of fuel.
There is a strap that holds it in place...I remember seeing this somewhere but cannot recall.
We've had annoyances with some rattling...but nothing mechanical at 85k miles (so far...) just oil, brakes, battery, tires, rear hatch shocks. I have a serpentine belt that I was told is cracked...so I may do that soon.
Is there somewhere on the internet that I can get a copy of this service bulletin, because I also am experiencing this same issue with my 2011 Quest, however, only one of the times was the vehicle parked on a downward incline... in this downward incline experience, the manual gauge showed 1/4 tank, the "miles until empty" display read 85 miles, however the van would not start until we added 2 more gallons of gas. In the other two instances, I was parked on level ground, and the manual gauge did read lower, probably around 1/8 tank remaining, "miles until empty" read around 45 miles, and again, van wouldn't start until we added more gas. I took the van to dealership where purchased (Hudson Nissan, N. Charleston, SC), and basically was left feeling as if the technician thought I was imagining my problem. This third occurrence happened yesterday, and I would like to have the service bulletin in hand when taking the van this time (along with copy of this thread!) My intuition is telling me that the engine is relying on some kind of computerized signal that tells it whether or not to start based on how much fuel it "thinks" is in the tank... perhaps there truly is enough fuel, and the calibration of this sensor just isn't correct... Oh for the days of the mechanical automobile!
CLASSIFICATION: FE11-001
REFERENCE: NTB11-068
DATE: JULY 14,2011
When the ignition switch is in the “ON” position,the system can be operated in the above and one of the following conditions.
. Selector lever is set in the “P” (Park) position.
. Brake pedal is depressed.
. Parking brake is applied.
However, I am unable to open the doors when it is Drive position , even if both Brakes are depressed. Are there any settings to make this work?
Any inputs are appreciated.
Unless you're trying to open it as you're braking; i think it needs to be a complete stop...no pushing the kids out while you roll by
The only thing...we need a tire replacement after 40k miles which is half the 80k rating. Luckily Discount Tire will prorate the difference.
How do you like your 2011/2012 Quest? Besides the low gas/hill problem, any other problems? Favorite aspect of the Quest?
- Gets about 22/24 on hwy vs 25/27 of my 04 SL. I think the CVT burns more fuel.
- Interior is great
- Ride is smotth, but I think the cr slides more in the wet. I have the OEM Toyo tires and am thinking about Michelin or Perilli tires.
- I don't like the placement of the sliding door buttons. They are to the left of the steering wheel so only drive can access.
- DVD in dash is better than under the passenger seat (04).
- We got the Black Amythest (wife's favorite color). I see they discontinued for the 2012. We got a fantastic price (severl dealrs offred $38 with sunroof), I think they wanted to sell their first Quest for '11. We wanted one before new cars from potentially irradiated factoreis.
:shades:
27 is very good for the 04 since it's rated only for 24 on the highway.
The EPA shows 04 vs 11 as
17/24 vs 19/24
so it should be pretty much the same...more or less...
how did you manage $36.6k for an LE when the invoice is 38.6k...especially in April? Edmunds shows $40k for the TMV.
For the price the MSRP was ~$42-43k. Several dealers agreed to $38k on the phone (NJ) for an LE with sunroof. No roof reduced price to $36.9 ($1,100 for roof). My Nissan Rewards card added another $250 off the price once negotiated.
I closed the deal Mar 31. I think it was all about
- Want to sell their first LE
- Uncertainty about the inventory stream after Japan quake
- Quarter & month quota. Although they agreed to keep the price for Apr if they could not find the card I wanted, but agreement was if they find I will be before EOM.
I never believe what is listed as TMV as there are too many variables at play for a car pricing: dealer incentives, sales quotas, Factory to dealer rebates based upon obtained volumes, expectation of using dealer service. Our dealership is the 3rd largest auto dealership in US, so they do work volume.
I have bought from them before and always got a good price. I also sold them my 04 for the same price every other dealer offered me. They sold it for several thousand more within 2 weeks. While people want to treat these two transactions as separate, they never are. I do not believe I 'gave up" anything on the trade (I could sell for more on my own, but time = money). I would still have had the same deal on the new van as I negotiated that first, before the trade-in.
One rule I have is I will not walk into a dealership without a price in my hand to begin with. I see they now are giving ~3k back on the van, makes you wonder how much was transparent in Apr to keep dealer stock moving with Nissan facing a very steep selling issue.
Occasionally it has a rough start, cranks, but won't turnover. On Monday, at 7,700 miles, my wife drove 45 miles, stopped for 20 minutes, drove another 5 miles, stopped for 10 minutes, and then the Quest would not start. All the lights came on, radio worked, and it just cranked.
I was a long way away, so we called roadside assistance. They came, hooked up the jumper cables, and it started right up. We took it directly to Nissan for the 7,500 oil change and for them to look at it. They blamed us for keeping it in accessory mode (which there is no way possible that she did and even if she did, the battery should last more than 10-20 minutes on accessory).
This morning, same thing happened and I was here to witness it. Lights came on, radio worked, etc. I jump start probably 20-30 cars a years for my job, so I think I have a good idea what a dead battery is, this did not seem like a dead bttery at all.
Anyway, because the jump seemed to work the last time I decided to do it again. To get access to the hood, I needed to back the Quest up about 2 feet. I placed it in neutral, pushed it back a couple feet, and then hit the start button(just to see)....it started right up like a champ. I let it run for a few minutes, turned it off. Tried to turn it back on again and it wouldn't start. 5 minutes later, put it in neutral, did not move it at all, and it started right up again.
We took it back in to Nissan this morning. They are again blaming us for keep it in accessory and draining the battery (which they replaced). I'm not a rocket scientist, but if the battery was dead, it would never start, right?
What could possibly be happening? To me, this sounds like something in the electrical system, but Nissan will have nothing to do with that.
Any thoughts?
It sounds like the sensor that makes sure it's in Park may not be working. It looks like when you hit the button its going right to accessory mode...like when you don't have your foot on the brake (I don't have a Quest...just going on what other cars do).
I'm not certain about the Quest...but some cars require just a TAP of the start button -- like ringing a door bell. Some require you hold the button till the engine starts. Are you doing it the proper way?
I like how they keep blaming you...humorous...from a distance anyway
cbeers77, has the dealer fix your problem? If so, did they fix anything else other than the TSB?
I bought a Nisan Quest SL in November 2011. Back in December 2011 while having a little bit less than a quarter tank of gasoline I made a left turn to get into incoming traffic and the vehicle stalled right on the traffic lane, fortunately there were not any cars close to my vehicle. Initially I thought it had been an isolated event, but my wife commented that the same thing had happened to her. This weekend while driving down hill and entering an intersection the vehicle stalled again (I was going straight, without turning) and the car behind was barely able to stop when I lost speed, they almost hit us!!. From the events explained above I assume the fuel injection is failing due to the low quantity of gas in the tank and/or the turning and/or driving down hill may be contributing due to the uneven flow of gasoline. Again this is an extremely dangerous condition that may cause severe accidents. Please submit a complaint to the NHTSA so it can be recalled and Nissan can fix it (https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/VehicleComplaint/index.xhtml)
I've been looking at buying the 2012 Quest and was going to take the plunge until I starting reading all of the reviews about gas problem. That was going to be a deal breaker for me.
Nissan must have noticed a major decline in sales because they have some screaming deals right now (That's why i figured something must be wrong as this is too good to be true). $2750 cash back plus $2100 towards dvd player (SL model only for dvd credit) along with the ability to buy at invoice.
Ive pasted the recal from the NHTSA below:
Vehicle Make / Model: Model Year(s): NISSAN / QUEST 2011-2012
Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. Mfr's Report Date: FEB 28, 2012
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number:12V076000 N/A
NHTSA Action Number:N/A Component:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE
Potential Number of Units Affected:23,531
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 29, 2010, THROUGH FEBRUARY 21, 2012. DUE TO SOFTWARE PROGRAMMING, WHILE DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS OR IDLING ON A DECLINE WITH ¼ TANK FUEL OR LESS, THERE MAY BE AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF FUEL TO THE ENGINE. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE MAY STALL.
Consequence:
VEHICLE STALLING COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy:
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING MID MARCH 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
Notes:
CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Now I'm wondering how this will affect fuel economy on the vehicle, as it will seemingly be reprogrammed to "get more gas" at those low RPM acceleration points. A recent road trip which was about 2/3rds highway driving yielded about 19mpg. A pretty far cry from the 24 highway mpg on the sticker. I don't anticipate this reprogramming will improve this numbers, but who knows? :confuse:
This has been very poorly handled by Nissan all around.
I really did expect more from Nissan than what I see is being exemplified from all the negative posts on this stalling issue. Honda and Toyota I'm sure are enjoying the heck out of this. Way to go NISSAN!
No unfortunately last night we found out that the TSB did NOT fix the problem as my wife went to a meeting last night at someone's house and parked on the street with the nose pointing down with the gas low but the warning light hadn't come on yet. She had to roll it down to the bottom of the hill before it would start. It goes in for the recall to have the re-programming tomorrow morning. I really hope that fixes this problem.
Is there a Quest forum somewhere at all beside this one? http://www.nissanforums.com/ doesn't have one for Quest :mad:
Not certain of other forums...did you get in on the $4,850 deal? Was that amount off of MSRP or TMV?
We just can't see paying $6-7K extra on the LE trim for Nav, Blind Spot Monitor, Auto folding 3rd row seats, HID, auto tilt mirrors, memory seats, and power passenger seat . I am installing HID myself this weekend for 100 bucks and Blind Spot Mirror for 6 bucks. I have my Garmin and I can live without the rest.