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Let's see, you save thousands of $$$. You drive further. Compared to local dealer, you have haggle to lower a price that's much higher. You would also have to hear their wining about too low of profit will not put dinner on the table for their kids. Nonesense.
Have some fun and make a mini vacation out of it. You'll enjoy the drive home!
Wanting to make just one trip, I informed them I have a 2001 CDN PF SE; w/ Auto 4 wheel drive, Auto on/off headlights, and 2 trip odometers. I also gave them my VIN.
Although they swapped out CDN PFs before, they say that my speedo was different. They stock many of the white plate speedos that would work.
However it looks as if mine is a Titanium colored faceplate with a silver dollar sized darker ring in the middle. He has never seen that one before. I prefer to replace with one that matches what I have but for mileage rather than KM. For one, it would match the tach and the other 2 gauges. Secondly, I really liked the inversion of the colors when the electric eye switches on the auto on headlights. It's tricked out!
Anyway, he's going to order the one part# that he does not have in stock. Hoping its the right one.
Can anyone provide additional info?
For those local to the NW. This shop is doing an outstanding job trying to meet my needs. Very customer oriented. He checked both CDN and USA Nissan websites. If interested I can provide info offline from this forum.
In fact, I'm starting vacation this Friday through Jan 2nd. I think I'm going to have to give this a go.
Next step, find dealer and car. Anyone have good/bad experiences with particular BC Nissan dealers? Suggestions on how to handle the sale? I'm used to the back and forth underhandedness of US car sales.
Jeff
I am happy with my purchase, and wish the same of you.
Woody in snowy interior British Columbia
Gladiator, can you email me offline. I have some WA specific questions that I would like to ask you, if you wouldn't mind.
I am going to head up to Vancouver tomorrow(Wednesday) just to check out the vehicle that I want. I will probably be buying in the next 2 weeks.
BTW, have any of you had problems getting the MSO? I need the original for the DMV and I need a copy to send to my lender.
This is all from the 2001 Nissan Electronic Service Manual - ESM
First, you can have up to 4 remotes programmed into the vehicle doorlock system. This can be done with the Nissan Consult II system (dealer service tool) or manually. The doorlock system also turns on and off the security system, either when you use a key in a doorlock, or the remote.
You can have up to 5 keys programmed into the Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System (NVIS). This appears to only be possible with the Consult II device with the NVIS software loaded.
On either the remote or the key systems, when you program a new device (key or remote), it erases the oldest device (if any). e.g. On a new vehicle (two keys), there will be three "blank" spaces for new keys - when you enter the forth new key, the first original key is overwritten.
So, there are three separate systems, two of them talk to each other, and the third (NVIS) just talks to the ECU.
To program a new remote, the ESM says to do the following:
1. Get in and close all doors. I recommend always rolling down the driver side window - just in case you lock yourself out.
2. Insert and remove a valid key more than 6 times within 10 sec. - hazard lamps will flash twice.
3. Insert key and turn to "ACC" position.
4. Press any button on the new remote.
5. If you have additional remotes you wish to program, press door lock switch (LH side - drivers door in North America). If no additional remotes, go to 8.
6. Press any button on the next remote.
7. If you still have additional remotes, unlock the door and lock again. Proceed as above.
8. To finish, open the driver side door.
If you loose a key or a remote, the ESM recommends you have the code erased from the system and the keys/remotes you still have reprogrammed into the system.
DO NOT LOOSE A KEY - they are very expen$ive.
Sorry it took me an extra day to post - I forgot Monday night - too much happening right now.
Re: the lic plate. I have put the double sided foam type on the license plate frame. However, I had not put any foam between the plate frame and the license plate. I'll try that too.
Thanks
I knew that would be coming, so I double-checked what I actually paid. I couldn't remember exactly at the time, but it turns out to be $119.00 under invoice. (Still a good deal, as far as I'm concerned).
The dealer is Honda Barn / Nissan in Stratham, NH.
Good luck!
Thanks for your efforts. The Nissan ignition key blank is about $CDN 74.00, plus a $20.00 programming fee. As you indicated, you need to bring all the keys for re-programming.
Woody
Another question, is there a rear wing for the PF like the Euro wing from Jaos for 4Runner? Or the rear wings that is on the new RAV4? The closest I found was Elford rear wing, but that was on a Japanese site. How hard is it to get a wing like that imported? Does the rear deflector really helps at all to get a cleaner rear windows? Thanks for all the helps in advance.
Jeff
01 PF LE 2WD
PS
http://www.kennedysdynotune.com/SuperChargersPage.htm
I mean, those bulbs from ebay are over wattage(85W or more).. Are they safe from burning harness and messing up the wires?
Does our harness and wires are strong enough for high wattage?
Thanks..
I purchased an 02 LE with leather, etc. and really love it. However, my dog slides all over the back seat because of the slippery leather. Does anyone know where to get a nice custom cloth (or other anti-slip) cover to use in the back seat?
Thanks.
So many new PF owners. Awesome.
I've seen others request info regarding protecting the radiators. I wish I had time to protect the radiator prior to last week's trip over the pass. No real damage from the sand or gravel yet. Anyway, I have 2 roundtrips over 2 passes in the next 3 days.
I found some wire mesh from the local hardware store. The mill strength is not what I preferred, but its probably sufficient. It was easier to install this mesh anyway. Cannot recall the mill, I think it was 23 mil? The mesh is 1/4 inch. Could not find anything smaller.
I used nylon straps to secure it. I also moved my temp gauge. It used to be 6-8 degrees off. I moved it once and came within 2 degrees of reality. After installing the mesh, I moved the temp gauge again. Anticipate greater accuracy. Will test during my trips that are scheduled.
I have taken pictures of the install of the mesh. If you're interested, I'll upload them from my camera to this board. I could also provide additional details of install. Let me know.
Mother Nature, please dump more snow in WA. I want to see how it reacts in 4WD.
Happy Holidays!!!
I have another question, did you have to jump through hoops to get this price? this was before the $500 cash back, right?
what was your salesmans name?
did you buy LE or SE? (seems like more SE's are marketed now)
thanks.
how about the rest of you, do dealers seem willing to give invoice pricing?
If you are interested in leasing, the SE's have a good factory lease special with a money factor of just over 3%.
1. Yes, it was before $500. rebate
2. I let them know that I knew approx. what they paid for the PF (thank you, Edmunds!)
3. I told them I had a price in mind already.
4. The saleswoman checked with the sales manager and they immediately quoted me $32,000. ($119. under invoice).
5. Since this was the price I had in my mind anyway, it went very smoothly.
6. PF is LE with EVERYTHING except nav and ent.
7. MSRP was $35,002.
I just purchased a 2001 LE 4x4 with Nav System.
My problem is that I feel the car is working very hard from 25 to 40 mph and hear rattling underneath the SUV. I also had an experience this past weekend on the highway that is troublesome. I was going about 70 MPH and all of a sudden I could tell the engine was working extra hard to stay at 70 MPH - almost like the suv was shifting down.
I brought it into the dealership and they insist nothing is wrong.
Has anyone come across this type of issue?
Thanks for your help.
Losing my mind in MASS.
Rich
I followed this forum for a while but I haven't tracked it in a while. I tried a search but was unsuccessful.
A while back, there was an issue (or issues) with the CD changer failing with CDRs and/or shuffle/random mode. Was there any conclusion or official word from Nissan on this? I haven't used any CDRs (though I'd like to) and I haven't used the shuffle/random mode before (though I'd like to) because I'm afraid to.
If it matters, I have a 2001 LE.
Any info would be appreciated.
Thanks!
1. The temp gauge runs a few degrees too warm. The dealer says he hasn't received this complaint before, but will replace it. I'm concerned that a few sensor might be worst. Is the problem the location of the sensor? Is the sensor located in front of the radiator? If so, there in lies the problem. Perhaps the warmth from the radiator is making the temp gauge read a little too warm.
2. I get water leaks through the rear hatch. Is anyone else having this problem?. Dealer will have his water leak technician look at it next Wednesday.
3. I run premium fuel always (see my post #4060) and the truck kicks [non-permissible content removed]. It runs great. Nissan gives a lot of truck for the money. Nice job Nissan.
The gauge now reads right on or 1 degree off. Now that I know that its accurate, I'm going to get a bracket from the hardware store and permanently affix the sensor behind the emblem.
Question: Why did they hide it inside the center console where the only way you can really use it is to keep the console cover open? Am I missing something here?
Thanks
This may present a problem if you don't realize that they are in fact, on. Do any Pathfinders have a dash indicator light that lets you know when your fog lights are on? Mine doesn't. This is compounded by an earlier observation (complaint) that the controls themselves aren't lit either, so you can't look and see, you have to feel the control stalk and twist it to tell. Of course, you would also have to have enough presence of mind to check. Automatic headlights further confuse matters.
Any thoughts or ideas?
Been looking around for a HID conversion kit for my '01 Pathfinder. Founded one set from autolamps-online.com and also the Bellof H4 kit. Does anyone know how good does these two work? Also I read that if I switch to the HID kit, they might be way too bright and has lots of glare. Are these true? Is there a lot of modification to upgrade to HID system? Thanks in advance for all the helps.
Jeff
Hope this helps.
Use a short extension cord and tie it off on the vehicle. That way, -when- you forget to unplug it, you will usually just pull the cord out of the duplex, and if you break the cord, it's only a few dollars, insead of the fortune usually charged for block heater cords.
I wrap the cord on the "cold front" (a tarp like device to limit air flow into the front of the vehicle in the winter - they have flaps you can open for limited air flow). These usually come with a summer bug screen as well. Both of these can scuff the paint (just like "bras") so be forewarned. I have one on the company truck, but I wouldn't put one on the Pathfinder (which I never plug in as it's kept in a garage).
The joys of living in a nice cold climate (Great White North).
If it's not to much of a hassle, I'd love to see pics of the mesh to protect the radiator.
Console Outlet-isguy:
Nissan actually built in enough of a gap in the latch-release area to allow a fairly large gauge cord to fit out of the lower console box. I use the console outlet for my GPS and the space allowed works extremely well, no pinching at all.
tires-lspangler1
We have 265/70R16's on our '01 SE. I tried to fit 265/75R16's in, but if you ever take it off-road-even mild stuff, they would rub CONSIDERABLY. As it is the 265/70R16's rub a bit when in reverse @ full lock of the steering wheel. When with one side of the rear is hung off the ground-there is still .25 inches of tire clearance in the opposing wheelwell. I did see a '00 SE w/265/75R16's, but there was less than 1.25 inches of clearance in rear wheel well standing still. Tire pics can be seen here: http://photos.yahoo.com/bgritz
note: the tires are from Discount Tire/tires.com and are 1000% better than the stock Bridgestones in all aspects-especially in snow
Thanks.
Just for clarification, the gap doesn't exist the whole way around, only under the release area.