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http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/businesstechnology/134372726_nissan300.html
Fortunately, there are 15 other dealerships in the Seattle area (use the "Advanced Search" under the Dealer Locator function on http://www.nissandriven.com and enter Seattle WA under City and State to see them.)
P.S I KNOW I'M GOING TO TAKE A KILLING ON MY TRADE!!!
This board rocks!
Is this board quiet right now or are there really no good detail shops or decent Nissan dealership service departments in the Washington, DC, area? Does anyone have suggestions for dealerships to avoid? More than one dealership has returned my vehicle not only not fixed, but damaged. For instance, a Chrysler dealership returned my new car to me with ripped upholstery, ballpoint pen marks all over the seats, body damage, and, of course, that infamous NPF (no problem found) all over the service receipt.
The idea of someone beating up on my beloved Pathfinder literally makes me sick. I'd appreciate any assistance. Thanks!
Curious why your getting rid of a new Explorer? Probably a retorical question since the new Explorer I test drove sounded like it would die in a few short months, had a set belt not working, and they couldn't get the back seat up after folding it - this was brand new for peaks sake.
Any one else having this problem? Any solutions or suggestions would be appreciated.
For comparison, I was able to get 35k out of my Deulers before they were toast due to too much wear at the outer edge (closest to the sidewall).
Dano
about this. They are going to try and get the rep
involved. My opinion is the differential pinion
gears are set up to loose. Dealer said it checked
to specs but didn't tell me if it was set up toward the loose or tight side. Mine seems to be
worse after driven enough to heat the fluid up. I
was in rush hour traffic the other day and each
acceleration and deceleration brought a thunk from
the rear. I was riding in the back seat and could
definately hear a gear clash with each clunk. I don't know if changing to a heaver lube would help
or not. Have you had any success getting your
problem resolved?
adjusted them at 50% because the dealer was inflating them at 35psi. Toyo said to go by the
specs on the door label. 26psi. We'll see how the
new ones wear. Also a note about alignment. My
Dealer had misaligned my vehicle 3\4" to far negative on the toe. A big wear factor. Also the
left side would barely align to specs. I had an
independent tire shop install camber adjustment
kits and adjust dead center of specs. Did I receive any assistance from Nissan or Dealer.
A great big NO!
Thanks pythagorus for the tip. I'm surprised to hear of a Rosenthal dealer service department being rated so highly. This outfit has a well-deserved reputation for cheating customers in the sales department!
By the way, I worked for a lawyer who handles lemon law cases. For information on Virginia lemon law and links to other Web sites, go to www.lemonlaws.com.
Happy motoring!
Anyone got any hot tips on the subject? My intended use is when 'required' in the Sierra Mtns. on ski trips. The 2001 owners manual sez, class S required and to put them on the rear tires. I'd prefer the front of my AWD for better steering.
My research shows RUD, and tirechains.com with a nice looking products.
Anyone with experiece to relate?
i've been driving my pathy for going on three years now to the sierras (tahoe) and have never seen a "chains required" only sign/warning/etc. all the roads i've ever traveled have a sign that reads:
Chains Required
4WD OK
meaning that you either have to have chains or 4wd/AWD to pass that point. have you ever been required to put on chains even though you had 4wd?
the key that matches the PF system.
Have anyone tried putting all 4 snow chains on vs. 2 snow chains in 4h setting?
Another concern that I have is in re: my garage door opener on the visor. It seems to only work when I directly face the garage. I was usually able to open the garage about 20-30ft away facing into any direction with the remote itself and via factory universal remote in my other vehicle. The dealer stated that was normal for the pathfinder. Please let me know how well other remote are working.
From CHP website
http://www.chp.ca.gov/html/answers.html
"I have a 4-wheel drive vehicle. Do I have to carry / use chains? What do the "R" ratings which are associated with chain requirements mean?
"R" ratings on snowy roads indicate chain requirements for various conditions. Some vehicles may not be required to use chains under all conditions, but all vehicles must carry chains. Most vehicles come equipped with snow tires. Look for M+S (mud and snow), All Season, or All Terrain, on the side of the tire.
R-1 chains required except for vehicles with snow tires (chains required for any vehicle pulling a trailer)
R-2 chains required except for 4-wheel drive with snow tires
R-3 chains required for all vehicles"
I don't mind using 4HI if it means I can put the chains on the front. Anyone know for sure if this is OK on a Canadian SE (with AUTO)?
Dano
....
Of course, if the issue is getting past law-enforcement, then I guess it's better to have the chains/cables.
I have never been on the particular road but 4 inches is nothing.
Do you hold the button down or just press it? When I come driving down the road to my house but before I've pulled into the driveway (so I'm not really facing the door at all), I hold the button down as I'm just approaching the driveway, it's never failed for me. There are time it may not open right away, but not often enough for me to be alarmed by it. I know it's opened when the door has been behind me as well (pulling out of the driveway), so I wouldn't think the opener is directional.
-johnskev
My point was that the 4WD did just fine without chains. I don't imagine chains are going to help much anyways if there's much more than 12" of new snow on an unplowed road... The Pathfinder bumper doesn't make a very good bulldozer.
I recall doing quite well in nearly 12" last year with my PF in 2W - with winter arriving shortly, I'll be verifying this soon.
Hey Meca (Steve), please send me an email at nismofreak@yahoo.com. I may need you help on a project I want to do on my Pathfinder. Thanks!
Well it's been a little rainy here lately and i was using Auto 4wd mode for the week and noticed that at highway speeds (>65mph) there was a whirring noise coming from under the vehicle. This noise became even more noticable when the gas pedal was released and the vehicle was coasting. It concerned me so at the next opportunity (<50 mph) i turned off the Auto mode and went back to 2wd...the noise went away. Does anyone know why this is and if it's normal?
I've had several AWD cars in the past (Subarus) with no strange noises coming from the transfer case or drivetrain, so why is my Path making these noises? I've also noticed on 2 occasions a burning odor (sort or like a catalytic convertor odor) when using Auto mode.
Any ideas? I plan to have the dealer take a ride with me when i get the chance to take the Path in.
S-66
Thanks,
S-66
Well it's still alot better than the Liberty I had for a loaner from my dealer while getting some routine maint. performed. The 3.7 in the Liberty sucks. No low rpm torque, rough at idle, and very unrefined at high rpm. When I got my PF back it felt like sports car in comparison. So I'm not going to complain to much.
a 1996 because the 93 was getting up in miles (actually only 145,000) and I wanted
some of the newer features not found on my 1993.
I'm starting to get buyers remorse after experiencing some strange swaying from rear that happens on uneven roads at 50 mph. What about tire pressure, they are inflated to 36 the book says 26? These are standard 265 70 15 Bridgestone Dueler H/T's
Otherwise it handles beautifully.
Any ideas?
Marlin Groff
I-80 on the other hand is open with snow tires always unless they shut the whole thing down.
I've noticed alot of people referring to their pathfinders as "pathys". I've only heard of them being referred to as "finders". I live in New Hampshire...is this a New England thing, or what?