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By the way 20L/100 is no where near 20MPG, 20L/100 is more like 11.76MPG (US) or 14.12 MPG (imperial).
Probably will do the Duffy Lake Road this year, as the turnoff to it from Hwy 97 is about 180 km from my home.
Woody
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the 04 PF (Armada) is due to be released this Fall. Indeed, it will have a V-8 engine and I believe it will seat up to 8 passengers as well.
www.nissannews.com has a little more info on it - but not much...
Myself, well I can't wait to see it - but I'm wondering about the cost...it will probably come in around $40K (just guessing here though, it may be more even) and I really dig my 2001 PF LE still to this day.
I know I'll want a bigger SUV here in a couple years probably, just not sure if I'm ready for one this Fall.
Steve, Host
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Steve, Host
Dealers try to sell them to you because they make alot of money on them. I like my dad's response when they try to sell him one. He says "Why? Is it gonna need it? Is the quality of your cars that poor?" The salesman really backs off, stutters and stumbles at that point.
First timer here, so take it easy on me. I am in the market for an 01 Pathfinder. I seem to notice that the auto seat goes back further than the manual seat, and I really like as much leg room as possible. Do you guys confer on this? I can't seem to find an SE or XE with an auto seat, is this uncommon? If I want an auto trans and don't care about leather, is there any reason for me to get an SE over an XE? Appreciate any and all help from this esteemed bunch.
Are there any reasons to use 94 over 92 in the truck?
Thanks!
The only time I have experience this difficulty before is when I have shifted to 4WD when the transmission was in reverse BEFORE I shifted it to 4WD mode. But, then again, I have a manual shift, maybe the QX4 has an auto mode, or something a little different.
When you put any vehicle in "locked" 4WD (no centre diff.) you will have difficulty turning, as the front and rear travel different distances. This will not occur in "Auto" mode, as the centre "diff." (clutch plate type) will take up the differences. Apply extra throttle to skid one tire to enable sharp turning when in "locked" mode. This required skidding is why operation in this mode is not recommended on pavement - it can cause much greater axle loading (torque) on one "half shaft" only, and can even cause it to break (though that is unlikely - more likely just increases wear). This is especially true at higher speeds, where you are using much more power to overcome wind resistance. This is why the manufacturers recommend you not use 4WD above 50 MPH/80 kmPH. This will also increase tire wear, and decrease mileage.
I'm still amazed that a year later I still get mail asking me how to get a Pathfinder from Canada. For now we can't, but over 70 people did it before.
Oh, and I do have my first Path problem after 2.5 years - the infamous cold weather "slow driver window". I called the local dealer and gave them the window rubber number mentioned - $109. Ouch! Too bad I'm way over on miles for warranty work. Any other ideas out there?
Jon
Not sure what you'll have to do to apply it, though. Hopefully just remove the door panel.
Also I have noticed in the past week or so a vibration in my steering wheel that occurs at all speeds. If I let my hand off the wheel at highway speeds it does not wonder around any more than the usual pull to the right. I don't think its the "shimmy" because it happens at all speeds.
What can I do to keep my alignment in spec? I had it done at 5,000 miles (under warranty) but it was out within a few weeks. I didn't have time to take it back to the dealership when that happened. Just normal driving, also it seems any kind of defect whether rut, or man hole can mess with the alignment.
Lastly, my steering becomes heavy after using the brakes sometimes. I don't brake hard, or ride the brakes, and I coast as much to use the brakes as little as possible. Hopefully I don't have warped rotors again.
Overall I like the truck very much. Its quick, stylish, lots of room and it gets me around in the snow. Hopefully they won't kill the mid-size Pathfinder after MY2003 or next year, that would be a loss.
I'm coming off a lease on a '00 Altima in May and have pretty much decided on leasing a '03 Pathfinder. Does anybody have any info on any Nissan lease incentives that will be in effect around May 1? Nissan has sent me materials saying I am pre-qualified for another lease, and that the deposit will be waived, etc., but nothing so far offers any customer loyalty cash or incentives, etc. I will probably be leasing 15k/36 mons, unless I can buy a couple thousand more miles at a discount up front. Also, anyone have the current depreciation percentage and money factors for Nissan on the Pathy handy?
My goal is to line up my ducks and try to get a capitalized cost at reasonably close to invoice as possible. I hate the usual car buying experience, with the gamesmanship and pressure tactics that sometimes go on. So I've decided to try to do the deal by fax machine and telephone to minimize contact with sales staff. I really don't want to sit in a dealership again for 3 hours while paperwork is being done. Also, my nature is to get chatty and want to get chummy with people. Unfortunately, in the past being the buddy of the dealership hasn't gotten me a better deal.:) Any tips from buyers on keeping negotiations impersonal are greatly appreciated.
Steve, Host
No... I wasn't referring to A/T. I have A/T, but since I have an SE, the 4WD has a manual shifter beside the gear selector. I was in 4WD Hi mode, when I had the problem.
I was on wet, non icy pavement when I had the steering problem, and I was traveling 5 mph into a parking space in a parking lot. I only needed for the first 5 minutes it when I was pulling out of a snowy parking spot on the street, then I decided to leave it in the 4WD mode, because the owners manual suggested using the 4WD occasionally to keep it operational.
If you want to "exercise" the 4WD beyond annual use in snow conditions, use it in a straight line for a short distance. Preferably, do it on gravel, or better yet, on mud. Of course, if you're on mud, you can turn all you want...you could pretend you're off roading ;-)
Steve, Host
Thanks pathstar and phil47 for the slow window fix ideas. Yes, I do have the shop manual. It doesn't have a fabulous picure of the window mechanism, but I will sure try these things. Door panel should not be too hard to remove to scope things out.
Jon
It's my sister's vehicle. I'm in Virginia, she is in New York. I called a local dealer and he said mechanically, not a problem. But, it's a "Northern Car". My sister says that the Pathfinder has no visible rust. I'm wondering if there is a trend of corrosion with this vehicle?
Thanks in advance for any comments on this.
Regards,
Russ
Check the upper engine compartment for obvious signs of corrosion. Some nuts and/or bolts may have significant corrosion which could make them harder to remove when/if service is required.
Has the timing belt been changed? (105,000 miles is the change interval)
Have the fluids been regularly changed (i.e. transfer case, differential, transmission)
Have the front bearings ever been repacked?
Check the condition of the rear suspension lower control arm bushings by driving the truck slowly, shifting into Neutral, and pulling the e-brake to stop. If the truck rocks back and forth noticeably after it has stopped, the bushings should be replaced. Worn bushings will cause unpredictably poor handling and could possibly result in an accident.
Here's the TSB on the bushings: (you must copy the link and paste into a new window).
http://www.geocities.com/callagkf/docs/SuspensionTSB.doc
Thanks for the advice in your message #6432. I'll be asking the above questions.
Regards,
Russ
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Could some one also let me know if this can be done with the new Murano.
Steve, Host
Right now, Canadian dealers will not sell a Canadian vehicle to a US resident due to manufacturer's new policies. Sorry...
My 00 RX300 can only play CD-R but not CD-RW which causes "ERR1" message.
Have you been on the Toyota.com web site lately. They show a SR5 with the appearance package that includes color-keyed bumpers and over-fenders, black running boards, black roof-rack and fog lights.
The trucks looks really nice. That is exactly what I would have wanted going back in October.
While I'm happy with my Pathfinder I have to admit that this new appearance package on a SR5 would have had me reconsider my purchase decision.
Imagine in black !!!!