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2001 SE, There is a little play in the steering wheel. When i shake the steering wheel slightly to the right and left i can feel play in the linkage and hear a knock. Knock as i go to the right, knock as i go to the left...
I'm sure it was tight when i first got it, now 10k miles later... should i be concerned, is there anything i could do about it? Also, Nissan is not very cooperative in helping me fix the problem.
Thanks,
David
i recall a Tech Service Bulletin (TSB) sent out about some problem in the steering column. i tried to find it but i couldn't. can anyone help to locate it?
-johnskev
That would be great if i could find any information about this. It would give me something to work with. Any suggestions on how i might go about finding the Bulletin? Should i try calling Nissan?
Thanks,
David
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I also plan to move into Rhode Island after purchasing the car and was told by the RI DMV that I require an unplated registration for the car. Any idea about this?
With every other vehicle I've ever owned, once the parking brake is engaged, the car doesn't move - as should be the case. Anyone have any experience with this, and if so, has it been taken up with a service tech at Nissan?
The ERR2 message was discussed awhile back, maybe on the previous threads. Apparently, some of the players don't like thick CDs or home made ones with self made labels. This is also mentioned in the manual. Some owners with this problem had the dealer replace the entire unit under warranty while others couldn't. Go figure. Sorry if I'm not much help.
Shaka62,
The "lurching" thing, according to the manual and dealers, is normal. I'm assuming you have the All-Mode (AWD) version and you had it set in Auto. Mine LE does the same. Only happens in Auto Mode. I think it has to do with the center differential disengaging. If you leave your feet on the brakes and turn off the engine, you won't feel the lurch. Hope this helps.
It is my understanding that with the parking brake on, the back brake pads are pressed against the brake drums and therefore the truck shouldn't move (and doesn't move with any other vehicle I've ever owned). So what puzzles me is how and why does it move?
Having the Air Bag sensor/part replaced on the drivers seat this Friday at my Nissan dealer. Apparently, this is a $1400 repair.(?) Good thing it's covered under the warranty!
Not sure of the details of this repair...but I think they are replacing the entire bottom seat section? What brought this to my attention was simply that the cloth that wraps under the seat had come loose and the seat wasn't automatically adjusting back and fourth as "smoothe" as it normally done since purchase.
I had the techs check it out and they told me they would have to get special permission from Nissan to order this part because it was so expensiove/unusual request. It was approved and i'm having it done in 2 days.
I'll get more details and post them here over the weekend if I can.
Still no "major" problems with my 01 LE after 6+ months of ownership...up to over 8K miles on it now also.
Nissan is said to offer a car like suv this fall known only as the "TT" for now.
Similar in size to Toyota Highlander with a V6 engine and a price tag in the mid to upper 20's.
This would allow the PF to increase in size next year and complete to 2004 line up, which includes the launch of the full size pick up and full size suv.
My sales rep at the Nissan dealer has no information.
Has anyone heard about this?
My source is www.mag-x.com (under past scoops)
Thanks for the information gladiator.
Regards
Neither party checked the service manual, which clearly lists checking the prop. shaft runout. The dealer actually refused to check runout, "because a new car wouldn't have runout problems..." I haven't checked the runout, but mounting the shaft 180 degrees from original position reduced the vibration significantly.
It is a shame that there aren't many mechanics able to diagnose problems any more....
Regards,
je
Does anyone recall what the residual value of an automatic PA is in Canada? I saw it on the nissan Canada site a while back, but it is no longer posted.
Thanks!
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all other speeds up to 75 mph. Me...
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Service Bulletin Number: NTB00084
Bulletin Sequence Number: 187
Date of Bulletin: 0010
NHTSA Item Number: SB618803
Make: NISSAN
Model: PATHFINDER
Year: 2001
Component: POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION:AUTOMATIC:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Summary: CUSTOMER MAY COMMENT THAT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLARES ON THE 1-2 SHIFT WHEN ACCELERATING HARD FROM A STOP AND THEN
BACKING OFF ON THE THROTTLE. *TT
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i think i have the same problem too. It's like the transmission hesitates or jerks from 1st to 2nd gear and mildly from 2nd to 3rd. I think that the computer controls the gear shifting based on the RPM. Where can I find the TSB by the way?
Cheers!
I was wondering if anyone had trouble registering their Canadian PF. I live in MA and I have not even taken delivery of the truck yet, but I am trying to figure out how to do this with as little trouble as possible.
MA says that the NVIS. is not valid and I need a Certificate of Origin, (there is no such thing in Canada) or a bill of sale and proof of prior registration. I am getting a temporary trip permit from Ontario, but I am not sure they will accept that as registration.
Has anyone else had to deal with this situation when registering a Canadian PF?
Here is what the Registry of Motor vehicles requests to complete a MA registration:
New Vehicles From Canada
Customers must have ALL of the following:
1."Unplated Registration" form (NOTE: a "New Vehicle Information Statement"
is NOT acceptable)
2.U.S. Customs Entry Document
3.Bill(s) of sale providing a complete chain of transfers and ownerships
Any help you can offer is appreciated!
The countdown is on....8 days until I pick up my 2001 PF SE!
TIA
How did you finance your vehicle? When I speak to the banks they say that they require a statement of purchase before closure. When I tell them that it will be in Canadian dollars then they say that they cannot do it.
You can contact me at my email.
I am picking up my 2001 PF SE on friday from 401-Dixie Nissan in Toronto. I got financed through a credit union. When you make a deal with the dealer, he/she will fax you a "purchase agreement" yes the funds are in canadian, but it was ok with our credit union. Our situation is a little different because the loan officer at the credit union is a friend. He is going to wire the money to our bank account and then we will change it over to Canadian Dollars. If you have any other questions let me know.
hattrick16
Have had 3 alignments and 4 roate & balance.
Can't get anywhere with dealer. Anyone else had
a problem with Toyo Tires.
2001 LE 4x4.
it yet so I can only say it's a judgement call. Dought if it could be lubed to much.
The excess should flow out some where,probably in the middle of the drive way!
Most of the time, I'll just commute, but if I'm taking my 3 buddies and backpacks, or some buddies and towing a sailboat, that max payload sure seems pretty low. My friends and I aren't overweight, but were pretty healthy and pretty tall. Should I be worried about this? Other SUV's seem to have at least a couple hundred lbs more rating...
Thanks for any advice or personal experiences...
I have owned my new PF LE 4x4 for a week now and couldn't be happier. I got the crimson blaze red with leather interior. The first red vehicle I have ever owned. Just wanted to say that all the information about the pathfinder on this discussion board was real helpful to me in the buying process. I was also looking at the new 2002 Chevy Trailblazer but I believe I made the right decision based on everything I have read on both vehicles. Anyway, I will stay posted on how my new PF is doing in the weeks and months ahead.
I asked this question on the Expedition board, but have had no takers. I am planning to use a hard shell rooftop cargo carrier this week on my other Car (2000 Expy EB 5.4L 4wd). Needless to say the gas mileage numbers already make my PF look like a hybrid. Anyway, is there any agreement on where to place the carrier to reduce noise and salvage gas mileage? Should I place it more to the front or to the back?
Car_man over in Smart Shopper is a great rebate and incentive resource. If you have a specific "national" question, you may want to visit the Rebates and Dealer Incentives discussion.
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Getting close to plunking down that money for a new PF!