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I don't have a 2001 model (I have a 97) but the fuel tank and gauge accuracy is the same as the new models. I can usually go about 60 miles on the first 1/4 tank of gas (from full), but by the time the needle reads 1/4 tank left, I know I've only got about 50 miles to go before the "low fuel" light comes on. However, there are still nearly 4 gallons of gas left in the tank when the indicator lights steadily.
The fuel gauge behavior on the Pathfinder is significantly different than my 93 Honda Accord (17 gallon tank), for example, which reads "FULL" even after driving over 100 miles.
As for the uphill/downhill thing, this is normal also, as the fuel level is affected by the orientation of the fuel tank and where the sending unit is located in the tank.
I think it's just a matter of getting used to the unique behavior of your new vehicle.
-Jon
DANOG >>> GO LEAFS GOO ... They are leadings their opening playoff series 3-0 over the #2 seed Ottawa Senators. Leafs will likely get their butts kicked once they finish off the Sens and meet the New Jersey Devils and vicious Scott Stevens! I am an environmental engineer and had the privilege back in January of sitting in a private catered box to watch the Phoenix Coyotes play at Air Canada Center. It's sooo much beeter than at home, even though I have a 61" Sony home theater!
BGRITZ >>> Sounds like you're a mechanical genius! Thanks for your input...I will now search for a Draw-Tite hitch. Any other compatible brands? Where did you plug in your wiring harness?
WOODYR1 >>> If I can find an engineering job out in Vancouver, I'm on the 1st flight! What beautiful climate you have out there! Did you buy or lease your PF? I bought my 01 SE AWD last month ... MSRP = $40,200 ... I paid $37,000 + $965 freight + $500 gas/A/C tax but dealer included bug deflector, sunroof visor & wheel locks. Also 2.8% financing (ONLY 1.8% now). For our American friends, the Canadian SE is missing only leather, power seats, woodgrain finish & climate control.
LOFQUIST >>> Thanks for the model numbers...I will have to check for the thicker cross members. Thanks!
Did anyone here have a stainless steel exhaust tip welded on their exhaust? Did you like it?
The PF is a fine truck, so refined with that throaty growl on hard acceleration. Just too bad about the gas bill, especially with rising fuel costs! Approx $0.90 Cdn per liter today in Toronto! That's $2.35 U.S. per gallon!
Jon >>> is vehicular crime/vandalism in your area? My insurance includes a 2-year rider where if my PF is stolen, Allstate will replace it with a brand new vehicle with no depreciation issues. Up cost is only $40 per year!
http://www.freshalloy.com/cars/nissan/altima/main.firstreport.html
Thanks for the info.
Any thoughts on the importance of the tow hitch? I doubt we will ever own a boat or pop up camper.
Will decide today. Thanks.
Scott
It makes a nice step and offers a little extra rear collision protection. Also, there are bike racks and cargo shelves/carriers that can be easily mounted on the hitch. And it is convenient to have the hitch and wiring already on the truck if you ever have need to tow a U-Haul.
Even if you do want the hitch for the reasons I mentioned, it still isn't worth $518. I paid $250 to have a Drawtite hitch and wiring installed at a local truck accessories shop. I should have done it myself and saved $50, but I needed it right then and didn't have time to do the install myself.
Congrats on your upcoming purchase! You're gonna love it!
The harness is what they call a T-harness. There is a left side, & a right side that both join up and go to a standard 4-bar socket. The right and left sides just plug into the factory wiring near the brake lights.
For installation you have to remove a few of the trim and side panels in the rear cargo area, but it was actually pretty easy. To allow the wires to come out under the vehical rather than out the rear tailgate, I removed the starage bin under the cargo area.
Once this was removed, it allowed me to put a hole in a rubber drain-type gasket that went to the outside above the spare tire. I just fed the harness through and presto, the harness now comes out on the exterior, behind the hitch. After putting the storage bin back in and attaching the interior panels, you can't even tell that there is any wiring installed.
good luck
sscherr:
An aftermarket hitch would only cast you a few hundred at most installed. So I'd save the $518 untill you decide you need one.
I know Nissan had a 3.9 rate which ended 4/2. We were not ready to buy then. Since we had already signed the paperwork they could have just let us
drive off the lot and closed the deal. The cut in rate saves us over $1600 over the life of the loan. We love our PF.
Al & Ann
There is a black covering over the screws where the hinges are attached and I'm not sure as to how to go about removing this. Do I need to? Does it just snap off? How do I go about removing it? Any input would be greatly appreciated.
(NOTE:It is important to replace ONE HINGE AT A TIME. Removing both hinges simultaneously will disengage the window and it will be extremely difficult to re-mount.)
Next screw the deflector onto the new hinges. Hope this helps.
Linsey807,
The black plastic piece is held in with clips. I was not sure at first, but start at one end and it will pop loose. I had one clip missing when I pulled mine off, but it doesn't cause any problems. The Rear Air Deflector is the best addition so far. Going on 4 days and no dusty grime on the rear area like before.
Good luck!
Dano
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In January I purchased a Loaded (Minus the - Tow Hitch - Nav System & Ent. System) 2001 Sierra Silver LE from Tischer Nissan-Acura in Laurel, Maryland (3510 Fort Meade Road) for $31,000.00. NO ADDED FEES were even added went I went to pick the PF up!
Rich Belliveau was my salesman. He can be reached at 301-498-3322. He was very fair and very easy to work with. I got the price quote via email also, but I cannot find his email address now, sorry.
Good Luck! If you talk to Rich, tell him Mike Bunting sent you!
Talk to an autoglass shop. The chip can be filled and any cracks stopped before they run. They still may be slightly visible, but all the ones I have had done have been improved markedly!
The cost is usually between $40 and $80 depending on the number and severity. Our insurance (USAA) waives the cost of getting the chips fixed because they know its cheaper than a full windshield replacement claims.
As for paint chips, the LANKA system sounds like a much cheaper "do-it-yourself" system. Common acetone (from any hardware store) will dissolve touch-up paint w/o damaging cured auto paint. Perform your touch up ensuring that the paint "blobs" higher than the surface of the car's paint. When it is dry, wrap a piece of bedsheet (or other such tightly woven cotton) around a small, solid block of wood or metal (like a small version of a sanding block). Add a few drops of acetone to the cloth and lightly buff the paint chip. It will dissolve the blob until it is level with the surface of the paint. It works very well. Doing this with a thicker cloth or w/o the block will result in removal of all the touchup paint which is not the intended result.
Hope this helps.
I've also heard that it helps to put Scotch or other clear tape over the crack to keep the dirt out until you can get the chip glued.
Steve
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Thanks for the feedback. As soon as my rear deflector arrives I'll be taking your installation advice.
Has anyone noticed 'play' in the PF gas pedal? It seems that mine has about a quarter to half an inch worth of play in it. In other words, when I step on the gas for the 1st quarter to half inch of depression, it does not engage the engine (it does nothing).
Is this something I should be concerned about or 'normal' operation for a PF? I have a 2001 PF LE.
I could have gotten the same vehicle with tow hitch for $31,091 at (1) Nationwide Auto in Timonium (ask for internet manager), (2) Sheehy Nissan in Glen Burnie (ask for Doug Prichard), and (3) Bob Bell Nissan (Mike Grimm). I decided I did not need the tow hitch.
Scott R. Scherr
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If the line going up the middle of my windshield is the FM/AM antenna, then what is the rod that sticks up from my right fender for?!!
On my way back Canada this past Easter Sunday, my cd just stop playing. And it showed "error 2" on the radio.
I took it in for service, and was told that a new RADIO has to be ordered and that it will take ten days to get it.
Also this is a Canadian 2001 Pf SE 5spd. And I just picked it up on 3/30/01.
The Pf. drove fine. It stood its ground among those huge rigs doing about 70 to 90 mph on I-81So. And in the rain too. So the 4W was in order.
I was also playing only regular cds. So Folks, any advice on my cd player?.
The sound system in these Pfs do need some fine tuning.
Thank you all in advance.
full5.
Your truck is a class act. It is infact beautiful.
But where did you buy the meguiars polish from.
Thanks. full5.
JON