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Nissan Maxima Climate Control Questions/Problems
Current milage: 30K
I see two potential problems and would like to know if anyone else is having the same:
(1) Heating Temperature:
Occasionally, temp is tepid despite setting it up high (ex. 80F)
(2) Ventilation Mode:
On the main LCD, the indication - arrow signage tends to switch by its own (when Manual mode, NOT 'Auto' mode) - ex. floor, front, top, etc. Probably 20~30 min. apart or even farther - the symptom happens in very irregular intervals..
I'd appreciate any feedbacks.. Thanks!!
I see two potential problems and would like to know if anyone else is having the same:
(1) Heating Temperature:
Occasionally, temp is tepid despite setting it up high (ex. 80F)
(2) Ventilation Mode:
On the main LCD, the indication - arrow signage tends to switch by its own (when Manual mode, NOT 'Auto' mode) - ex. floor, front, top, etc. Probably 20~30 min. apart or even farther - the symptom happens in very irregular intervals..
I'd appreciate any feedbacks.. Thanks!!
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The automatic temperature control is nearly worthless, however, the dealer claims it is normal.
1. Occasionally it locks on in heating or cooling and won't control. Have to shut it off to go back to normal operation
2. It won't allow cooling compressor below 60F, so on sunny days I have to go to manual mode to get enough outdoor air in upper vents to be comfortable
3. Cabin temperature is nowhere near setpoint. Had to set it at 80 on a 35F morning to be comfortable. 3 hours later, had it set down to 70 trying to cool the car in 60 ambient.
Would appreciate any feedback on similar problems and fixes.
Thanks
Kads
We're in Dallas, and the AC is more of a problem here. I grew up in S Dak, and understand your concern with the lack of heat.
Since posting I've had a new, serious issue where the compressor is locked out and can't defrost a fogged windshield.
Took it back in a second time. Dealer turned on the AC in a 70 F shop ambient, recorded the discharge air temp and proclaimed it works fine. They did tell me it has a temperature lockout on the compressor, first time they said it was 35F, then it was 60F. I don't recommend the dealer, Bankston, after that (or their 2 unsuccessful attempts to fix one of the dash vent grilles).
Dealer told me to call 1-800-nissan1 and complain. Warned me I'd get a foreign sounding person, but would eventually get to someone knowledgeable. Will be doing just that tomorrow.
Will be intersted if you find any fixes, or some other folks respond with similar problems or fixes. I'd guess the Infinitis have the same problem.
This has been my opinion and actual observation of these ridiculous things ever since they became available in cars over 40 years ago. First of all, I've never understood their rationale--you still have to set a temperature, just as on a manual unit--I just do it by "what feels good" at the time. Also, they often wanted to run at whatever speed they chose, but I believe there is more speed control available now. Actually, automatic controls don't often have as much versatility as manual ones, either. They always seem to default to either "Fresh" or "Recirculate" on some pre-arranged scheme of their own choosing, where you can select these at will on the manual ones. I drove a top-line Altima (I know I'm in Maxima, but I think the systems are the same) with the Automatic unit which is standard on Maximas before buying my SE model--I couldn't find a way to simply allow air to come into the cabin with all the controls turned off and set to fresh if I wanted to as I can with the manual unit.
Anyone know how to check & replace such a panel light?
After 3 tries to fix, they finally replaced the dash louvers that kept sticking along with some other interior and exterior plastic parts that warped, lost their chrome finish, etc
My fix for the problems--bought a Honda last month.
Thanks again.
I brought my car in for service today and they couldn't fix it, said they have to talk more with Nissan Tech Support.
Anyone else have this issue?
I am not sure if this is a defect or now.
Thanks.
Joe
Rodranier
The only defect is in your brain.
My electric has cut out a few times in recent weeks - only for a second or 2.
Twice the car stalled, once it did not.
I would have to think these are related problems.
Any suggestions? My battery is old but the car starts fine, I doubt this would matter.
Thanks
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