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Right mirror was OK.
While my dealer refused to fix a couple of other things I perceived as potentially problematic and he considered normal, they agreed that vibrating mirror was a problem on my van and changed it. It seem to be OK now as far as I can see, however I cannot be 100% positive - did not have long highway trips to check it.
So my advice if your dealer refuses to admit the problem - print my message from this board and take it to the dealer, if they still refuse to fix it - go to another dealer. This is definitely annoyance as well as safety hazard.
Also, what is a reasonable price and how do you feel about financing thru the dealership.
Well, I guess you can all tell, it has been a long time since I purchased a new car but the Edmunds site is wonderful. Thanks.
People should be aware that the psi written on the sidewall of tires is often different than the manufacturer recommended maximum psi. The manufacturer takes into account the weight of the vehicle and etc..
Anyway, if you don't tell the techs specifically how much air pressure to put in (quest is maximum 35psi), when you get your tires rotated and checked..., they might put too much air.
Too much pressure can cause a hard ride, not to mention it will cause premature wear. I always double check the air pressure with my own digital gage after I've had anything done with my tires.
Hope this is helpful. ;-)
Pocahontas,
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I did check out my cabin air filter a week ago or so, when I had to re-treat our a/c system for a moldy smell. The filter didn't look like I expected. I thought it would be a white paper filter medium, like an engine air filter. It's actually made of some kind of cloth (or maybe synthetic) fiber that's a dark grey color. Makes it hard to tell if it's really dirty or not.
I examined mine pretty closely. Aside from a few bugs and pine needles, it seemed to be relatively clean. (this is after 33,000 miles). I vacuumed it out and put it back in.
I did notice it was stamped with a Ford logo. I bet if you took it in to a Ford dealer you could get a replacement there. Because of the odd shape, it looks to me like it was designed for some other vehicle and adapted to fit in the Quest.
Dave
Thanks in advance
Rick
It is extremely versatile. We routinely haul up to 7 people in it, sometimes with a retriever in the back. The seat pops out easily for cargo duty. Cargo space is somewhat small, but it's easily configured.
As far as performance goes, it's slightly underpowered most of the time and seriously underpowered with the air on and a full load. On a recent trip to the midwest from the east, i really had to step on it to go 55 mph up those hills on the Pa Turnpike. Also, it doesn't have a very grippy feel on the road, which is kind of scary on those mountain curves.
The upshot is that i think it still has alot of life left in it, but when i do sell it, i will seriously consider another one. There are so many rebates on nissans, and i hear the dealers will give a big discount on this van because it never really caught on big and Nissan intends to phase it out anyway.
Btw, It's the same engine used in the 99 Pathfinder and Infinity Qx4. Hope this answers your question.
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Runs smoother, quieter & outhandles the 2000 Windstar & Honda Odyssey I test drove. I didn't expect the same power.
Would I buy another? For sure. The only complaints are some of the little electrical problems (corrected). Go figure, they were Ford parts.
These cars never rust !!!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Could it be the timing, or wires? Anyone else have a hesitation problem?
Any advise would be helpful
I put an injector cleaner in a full tank about once a month. (about every 4 fillups). I also use Ethanol fuel (manufacture approved). If you can get it in your area, its rated at 89.5% octane and cost the same as regular gas. If you can't get Ethanol, I would put a higher octane in every other fill-up. Especially if you drive under a load or at higher RPM's.
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Hi md tech,
The kicker is that Consumer Reports probably never heard of the defect and still gave that 1995 engine pretty good marks. But then again, I think Consumer Reports only surveys their own subcribers (correct me if I'm wrong).
Nevertheless, it is the little things that you can live without and never really need them fixed. It is a shame.
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Also is the throttle body something you can clean out yourself or is this a dealer item? Anyone know a site that would give the procedure?
*Usually on the Quest, the hose on the bottom of the EGR Vave deteriorates it's called the Back Pressure Valve (BVT)
You can clean your own throttle body
1. Locate the throttle assembly
2. Loosen the 10mm bolt from the clamp around the hose connecting to the throttle body
3. Pull back the throttle body lever use throttle cleaner from local parts store
4. I like to use a Reach toothbrush to clean the carbon of the throttle plate and housing
5. Be careful not to spay chemicals on other hoses because it may cause deterioration...
6. Replace the hose and tighten the 10mm bolt
7. Start the Van don't worry about a little hesitation it will clear itself up..
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Next time I'll get out an old toothbrush and give it a shot. Hopefully I will be able to go longer between cleanings using with your method.
BTW, do you have any clue as to why I have had to clean it so much? Could it be I am keeping the oil level too high? I have been using a bit less than the manual recommends when I change it, but it still reads just a bit high on the dipstick.
Dave
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in account what the car breathes in....Have you
changed your air filter recently. Are you cleaning it because the accelerator pedal is sticking????? What kind of solvent are you using to clean the throttle plates???
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I did change my air cleaner at 30,000 miles. It was very dirty and seemed to have a lot of oily gunk on it. I just checked it last week (at about 36,000 miles now) and it has a small (about 1 1/2" diameter) oily spot in the middle, but is otherwise clean enough.
Jkrolak, I have been thinking of changing brands too. The problem is there is a local chain that has two stations within 2 miles of our house, and there are no other stations conveniently located. It might be worth the effort to change.
Dave
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I was experiencing this same problem with my 2000 Quest. The doors would automatically lock. I got locked out twice, once with an infant locked inside! I brought the van to Nissan. They had a service bulletin on a cycling locks problem. They replaced some switches and the problem has not reoccured in the past 6 months.
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Original Note:
...Greetings. Over the last two years My 94 quest
gxe developed an intermittent stall during first
drive of the day when coming to a stop (or when
engine at idle, such as coasting through an
intersection with foot on brake) The engine fights
to stay at idle, but drops erratically and dies.
It will start right up but may repeat for several
stops after that. Once driven for 5-10 minutes, no problem. Originally, months passed between events, but now down to weeks, sometimes days. Visits to dealer yields the "can't duplicate". Several attempts at fixes: fuel pump replaced, knock sensor (a stored code on that one) fuel vapor return line replaced (no more gas smell and puddling under van!). My extended warranty runs out soon!!! This loss of power is distressing. Ive seen several posts on this problem on other sites and a friend just gave up and traded his in. Any thoughts (last one from dealer was maybe the idle air control
vac, at $470)
Thanks
...Thanks for all the suggestions!!! I did clean the Throttle body today and in the process, found a disconnected (as well as deteriorated) vacuum hose that connects to the air intake and the EGR Control Solenoid (EGRC), located below the throttle body.
I'm not sure if thats the same vacuum line others
have mentioned failing, since several hoses connect to the EGRC but it certainly isn't one that is readily noticable. I replaced it with a new line and will let you all know if the low speed stall occurs over the next week or two.
(Just some background on what repairs done
attempting to resolve this problem as well as
several repairs: Did have coolant sensor replaced
previously, Dealer supposedly checked daily for the stall condition over a 13 day period while van in for other repairs. During that time repaired passive belts system, both sides, replaced driver door lock switch and actuator (cured the notorious lock by themselves syndrome)replaced the A/C control head assy, replaced two motor mounts. I had the van towed twice from the road when it died for the dealer to check, but no diagnosis. The intermittent nature is the devil in this. I've had some other work done, but most all covered by an extended warranty...) I still enjoy the van's ride and have even looked at the 2000s. Just not sure if we're ready for another car payment yet. Thanks again for your insights!! (I will also post as suggested on the Quest problem forum)
thanks for hanging in for the long read.
Took it in to our original dealer, and they "could not duplicate" the problem. They told me to bring it back in when it was acting up. Since we were only 10,000 miles into the 36,000 mile warranty, I figured no problem, I'll be able to get it in.
Then the dealer loses it's Nissan franchise, and now I have to all the way to the opposite side of town for warranty service. Now it's summer no. 2 (this summer) and I'm getting sick of this problem, and the warranty is nearly gone, so i take it in. This time I write out a detailed description of the problem with instructions on how to duplicate it with the service writer.
And guess what? The tech "could not duplicate" the problem, and since it was a unseasonably cold day, I couldn't get it to happen either!
So I finally managed to make another appointment and arrange for someone to pick me up on the other side of town. Luckily it's a hot day, and the problem is happening. I drove the van into the service bay and left it running to make sure it was still happening. I had the service writer call the tech out so I could show him what was happening. I showed him that the A/C switch was on, and with the selector set to the dash position it blew warm air.
So at least this time they didn't think I was crazy. As soon as he touched the selector switch, the compressor kicked in. Turns out the switch itself was bad. They had to order a new "control panel" and it was installed today. Now it works fine.
Problem #2- Just after the warranty expired (of course) we somehow managed to leave a door ajar on the van in the garage for a couple of days. Even with the battery saver, something happened to the battery because it would no longer hold a charge. I checked it with a voltmeter and it only put out about 10.5 volts, and it went down to 8 when cranking.It would barely turn over, but since it is still almost brand new it would start.
Just got a new Die Hard Gold from Sears last night, and now it works fine.
Dave
What's reasonable charge for antenna? installation?
Thanks
Geha1