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I have a 2000 GLE which began to make some high-pitched hissing noise everytime I have the heater and fan on. The dealer said that it was coming from the blower horn which would be a 4-5 hour job just to even get to it since they would have to take the entire dash out. Has anyone else experienced this?? I'm thinking about having it fixed but I'm concerned that after they take the dash and put it back in, I might hear some uninvited rattle and noise. Currently, I'm just playing some old Christmas music abnormally loud to solve the problem but sometimes I just want some silent night!!
You could actually hear it stop (the noise)like the fan blade was actually hitting something each time it turned. (That's how I demonstrated it to the service writer.)
The last repair bill (dated 12/21/2001) says:
"A CS states that the blower is making noise, Cause: Internal failure TB14AA RPL FAN & MOTOR 810 WSP 0.50 $32.50 1 27220-2Y900 MOTOR & FAN $165.27 $138.82"
The amounts extended total to $171.32, but it was covered under warranty.
If I'm interpeting the bill correctly, it looks to me that the labor is 1/2 hour (0.50) at $32.50 ($65 per hour) and the part is either $165.27 (retail?) or $138.82 (cost?). (I think the part number is the other (1 27220-2Y900 MOTOR & FAN).
At any rate, I don't see 4-5 hours for the job.
It just sounds like the dealer is trying to rip you off. Is there another one you can take the car to for an opinion?
Feel free to take my information to the dealer and challenge their diagnosis.
The first repair bill said almost the exact same thing on 2/26/2001.
I am awaiting to hear back from my Service Mgr. today...he is to talk with Nissan Engineering to find out whether to replace the glass or the weather stripping (molding, whatever it's called) or the entire unit. It has been pin-pointed to the back portion that the leak is occurring at.
Will let you know the outcome.
To do this, carefully disconnect the small hose at the washer pump outlet and blow a mouthful of water through it. Reconnect the hose and try the windshield washer.
If you're lucky, the hose had simply dried out from not being used for awhile and this will get it working again.
Again, this was true years ago - not really sure if it's still the case but it's simple enough to try. Good luck ...
I would be interested in finding out what the problem and solution the dealer has for your sunroof leaking.
I own a 02 SE and I have noticed that the back center of my sunroof does not fit flush with the roof. In fact if you push down lightly in this area of the sunroof, you can see part of the headliner. While I am not experiencing any leaking from my sunroof, I am concerned that it could be a problem sometime down the road (i.e after the warranty is up). I have noticed other 02/03 Maximas with sunroofs not completely fitting flush with the roof. To me, the sunroof wasn't well designed. I have looked on other makes of vehicles and the sunroofs on these vehicles fit completely flush with the roof.
I haven't heard back from my Nissan dealership yet, but will keep you all informed.
I have been thinking that it might be time for a new battery though. I picked the car up in November 1999 so it's going to be going through it's 4th winter.
Anybody else started to replace batteries yet on the 2000 Maxima's?
-Eric
Are there similar TSB's for coils for the 1999 Maxima? Where can I see all the TSB's for the 99 Maxima?
http://www.edmunds.com/ownership/maintenance/articles/44745/article.html
Rough handling [dropping] during a plug change seems to make the problem worse???????????
I have a 95 with 195,000 on it and have had no timing chain issues. One of the reasons I originally bought the Maxima was because I was coming out of a Camry and got tired of replacing the belt every 60k for $250.
I remember the 95 Maxima brochure stated the timing chain was speced out and designed for a minimum life of 200,000 miles.
I have occasionally thought about what it would cost to replace it as I near 200k. I wonder where Consumer reports got their quote of $1,300?
DD
Classification:
EC01-023
NTB01-059
Date: September 6, 2001
2000-01 MAXIMA; MIL "ON" WITH DTC P1320 AND/OR SPARK KNOCK (DETONATION) DUE TO IGNITION COIL(S)
APPLIED VEHICLE: 2000-01 Maxima (A33)
APPLIED VINS:
Vehicles built before:
JN1CA31A31T112164 (w/side air bags)
JN1CA31A31T316031 (w/side air bags)
JN1CA31D911627134 (w/o side air bags)
JN1CA31D91T830089 (w/o side air bags)
APPLIED DATE:
Vehicles built before: March 16, 2001
APPLIED ENGINE # :
Engines built before: VQ30-463753
SERVICE INFORMATION
If an applied vehicle exhibits one or both of the below symptoms: MIL "ON" with DIC P1320 stored in the ECM Intermittent spark knock (detonation)
The cause may be one or more of the ignition coils. Refer to the Service Procedure below to resolve the incident, if it should occur.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
Determine if one or both of the symptoms listed above exists and perform the appropriate procedure listed below.
Procedure for MIL "ON" with DTC P1320 Symptom
1. Check Self Diagnosis Results (using CONSULT-II) to confirm DIC P1320 (Ignition Signal Primary) is stored in the ECM.
NOTE :Single or multiple cylinder misfire codes P0300 - P0306) may be stored in the ECM with DIC P1320.
2. Check the ECCS wiring harness for a broken or damaged wire.
A. If the ECCS harness has a broken or damaged wire that is causing the symptom noted above, repair the harness and verify the incident is resolved.
B. If the ECCS harness does not have a broken or damaged wire and is NOT causing the symptom listed above, proceed with step 3 below.
3. Replace ignition coil with the one listed in the Parts Information table, and verify the incident is resolved.
Procedure for Spark Knock (detonation) Symptom
1. Use CONSULT-II to check Self Diagnosis Results for any stored DTCs in the ECM.
A. If there is a DTC(s) stored in the ECM, refer to the applicable Service Manual to repair the vehicle.
B. If no DIC(s) is found, proceed with step 2 below.
2. Verify the type of gasoline used in the vehicle.
A. If unleaded regular (non-premium) gasoline is used, advise the customer to use unleaded premium gasoline to eliminate the spark knock (detonation).
B. If unleaded premium gasoline is used and no other source for the symptom is found, proceed with step 3 below.
3. Replace ignition coil(s) with the one(s) listed in the Parts Information table, and verify the incident is resolved.
Today, 1/3/03 the battery light and brake light were on (together). Then the car started sputtering and every other warning light came on. However the car drove fine and never shut off. Any idea what is happening and why it wasn't fixed the last time with he parts we replaced? This service manager is a real #$%^& not only laughing the problem off and making inappropriate car jokes but when my husband mentioned the car was just in with problems in the control panel that we spend $500 for 3 months ago - the service manager said smugly while smiling "Well now you are going to have to spend alot more money". Nice example of a "SERVICE" manager. Of course my husband said you are really trying to get my blood boiling after some more nasty remarks when he replied "I don't care what you do".
PLEASE HELP!!! (Quickly if possible) I'd hate to give him one more cent.
It is possible that you have a weak battery. It can cause similar symptoms. And for a '99, it's probably about time for it to go anyway, so might as well have it checked first. Other problem areas could e the altenator, but the battery is more likely.
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Dave
Next day I took my car to the dealer. They checked it and told me that maybe some ice got into the air flow sensor that resulted in transmition not to work well and the front and back wheels not to be coupled.... and they reset my cars computer and stated that this is "NORMAL". I certeinly did not consider the car loosing power, loosing the traction control and getting in a major stalling problem in the middle of the storm as "NORMAL". I should state that in am after the car was in a covered garadge, it worked perfectly and the TCS OFF light was off (ie. Traction controll is now working).
Overall, I really like my Maxima, but this event left me with major doubts as to the car's reliability in harsh wheather. A friend who owned a Maxima few years back had a simmilar problem.... he did not have any resolve from the dealer and ended up selling the car never to buy a Nissan again.
Has anyone else come accross simmilar problems and is there a solution?
Thanks.
DJ.
The situation you describe, sounds similar to the description of the operation of the TCS on page 2-11 of the manual.
It also sounds as if your Max went into the "limp Home" mode which while I can't find a reference to in the owner's manual I seem to recall reading about somewhere. There is a description on page 5-11 describing as failsafe mode. It talks about excessive wheel spinning and subsequent hard braking? Page 5-20 has a reference to the effectiveness of the TCS system when the gear selector is in anything other than D, (basically it won't work).
Essentially from what I recall the limp home or failsafe mode allows your car to be driven home (at a limited speed and with some functions limited) after a problem has occured that trips the Check Engine Light.
I wouldn't worry too much about driving your car in snow storms in the future, I've driven mine in many, many more than I care to remember and it's always performed very well.
Good Luck!
I finally authorized the dealer to change all the coils for $670 including taxes. The dealer agreed to waive all labor charges but charge me only for the parts IF I buy all 6 coils from him. If I had changed only the 3 coils, he said he would have to charge me nearly $600 including the diagnosis fee and other labor charges.
I am really mad because:
1. Nissan puts LOUSY ignition coils on an otherwise wonderful car. Even though so many customers have faced problems with the coils there has not been a recall yet, only a TSB.
2. Extended warranty contract just purchased for $1330 from Warranty Gold is useless when it comes to coil issues.
3. Why should I change all 6 coils when only 3 are performing less than optimally?
Thanks for your posting regarding the ignition coil prices. Does the 2000 Maxima use the same type of coil as the 1999 Maxima? Are you getting original ( OEM ) Nissan parts? I saw a price of $54 in car-parts.com even for my 1999 Maxima but then those are used parts. My dealer's quote had the following prices:
3 units of 22448-31U11 for $318.00
3 units of 22448-31U16 for $305.25
for a total of $623.25 before taxes.
Am I getting ripped off by my dealer in Colorado Springs? Do you have the phone number for Courtesy Nissan? I want to check prices of the above parts from him.
Thanks once again for all yor help! I really appreciate it.
You can enter part numbers and get price quotes directly.
So it has been done now, but I will take it thru a car wash later today to see if it truly is fixed. The service manager claims that it is.
I'll let you know.
Thanks!
send me an email: jcw915@aol.com
thanks,
Jerry
Boy am I happy to have a working CD player again in my Max!! When mine crapped out, I had to wait 3 weeks for a new unit to come in. Brand-spankin-new CD player now!! YAY ME!!!
Obi
peace
thanks
Anytime, we have to pay for anything, of course, they give us the detailed receipt. But on warranty, there is no receipt for them to give us.
Sorry. But I am happy that it's fixed, paper work or not.
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(It looks identical to the repair work orders/receipts I sign when I'm paying for the work.)
Consequently, I have a complete mechanical history for all of my Nissan in paper (and they also have the information available up on their web site.)
I was told that the dealer has to turn this information in to get reimbursed by Nissan for parts and labor invested in performing the warranty work.
I naturally thought that this in essence meant the warranty work was done basically at no cost to the dealer (other than the lost cash flow).
Anybody out there from inside a dealership who can confirm/correct this information?