4th gen mechanical probs
09-22-2002, 05:17 PM
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4th gen mechanical probs
Have any of you guys experienced any of these probs?
Trouble Spots
Automatic transmission: The original automatic transmission (model F04) shift solenoids allowed slipping and premature wear. (1997)
Brake noise: Rear brakes rattle on rough road. (1995)
Brake noise: Groaning from the rear brakes is caused by the parking brakes not fully releasing, requiring new brake cables and pads. (1995-99)
Clutch: The clutch may slip when accelerating hard in 4th or 5th gear due to a problem with the friction material. (1995)
Engine knock: Spark knock or ping may result from a defective onboard computer. (1995-97)
Engine noise: Noise from the front of the engine may be caused by excessive play in the timing chain for which a new tensioner and chain guide are required. (1995-96)
Hard starting: Hard starting, stalling, or stumbling under load could be caused by corrosion of the coolant sensor. (1995-96)
Hard starting: If the engine does not start on the first attempt, the engine may crank very slowly on the second attempt because of a problem with the engine control computer. (1995)
Rough idle: Several problems (no-start, no A/C, rough running, etc.) can be traced to broken wires in the engine compartment where the harness bends near the right strut tower. (1995-97)
Years 95-97 seem to have the most problems
http://auto.consumerguide.com/auto/u...fm/id/2214.htm
Trouble Spots
Automatic transmission: The original automatic transmission (model F04) shift solenoids allowed slipping and premature wear. (1997)
Brake noise: Rear brakes rattle on rough road. (1995)
Brake noise: Groaning from the rear brakes is caused by the parking brakes not fully releasing, requiring new brake cables and pads. (1995-99)
Clutch: The clutch may slip when accelerating hard in 4th or 5th gear due to a problem with the friction material. (1995)
Engine knock: Spark knock or ping may result from a defective onboard computer. (1995-97)
Engine noise: Noise from the front of the engine may be caused by excessive play in the timing chain for which a new tensioner and chain guide are required. (1995-96)
Hard starting: Hard starting, stalling, or stumbling under load could be caused by corrosion of the coolant sensor. (1995-96)
Hard starting: If the engine does not start on the first attempt, the engine may crank very slowly on the second attempt because of a problem with the engine control computer. (1995)
Rough idle: Several problems (no-start, no A/C, rough running, etc.) can be traced to broken wires in the engine compartment where the harness bends near the right strut tower. (1995-97)
Years 95-97 seem to have the most problems
http://auto.consumerguide.com/auto/u...fm/id/2214.htm
09-22-2002, 06:46 PM
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Re: 4th gen mechanical probs
Originally posted by flyer
Have any of you guys experienced any of these probs?
Trouble Spots
Automatic transmission: The original automatic transmission (model F04) shift solenoids allowed slipping and premature wear. (1997)
Brake noise: Rear brakes rattle on rough road. (1995)
Brake noise: Groaning from the rear brakes is caused by the parking brakes not fully releasing, requiring new brake cables and pads. (1995-99)
Clutch: The clutch may slip when accelerating hard in 4th or 5th gear due to a problem with the friction material. (1995)
Engine knock: Spark knock or ping may result from a defective onboard computer. (1995-97)
Engine noise: Noise from the front of the engine may be caused by excessive play in the timing chain for which a new tensioner and chain guide are required. (1995-96)
Hard starting: Hard starting, stalling, or stumbling under load could be caused by corrosion of the coolant sensor. (1995-96)
Hard starting: If the engine does not start on the first attempt, the engine may crank very slowly on the second attempt because of a problem with the engine control computer. (1995)
Rough idle: Several problems (no-start, no A/C, rough running, etc.) can be traced to broken wires in the engine compartment where the harness bends near the right strut tower. (1995-97)
Years 95-97 seem to have the most problems
http://auto.consumerguide.com/auto/u...fm/id/2214.htm
Have any of you guys experienced any of these probs?
Trouble Spots
Automatic transmission: The original automatic transmission (model F04) shift solenoids allowed slipping and premature wear. (1997)
Brake noise: Rear brakes rattle on rough road. (1995)
Brake noise: Groaning from the rear brakes is caused by the parking brakes not fully releasing, requiring new brake cables and pads. (1995-99)
Clutch: The clutch may slip when accelerating hard in 4th or 5th gear due to a problem with the friction material. (1995)
Engine knock: Spark knock or ping may result from a defective onboard computer. (1995-97)
Engine noise: Noise from the front of the engine may be caused by excessive play in the timing chain for which a new tensioner and chain guide are required. (1995-96)
Hard starting: Hard starting, stalling, or stumbling under load could be caused by corrosion of the coolant sensor. (1995-96)
Hard starting: If the engine does not start on the first attempt, the engine may crank very slowly on the second attempt because of a problem with the engine control computer. (1995)
Rough idle: Several problems (no-start, no A/C, rough running, etc.) can be traced to broken wires in the engine compartment where the harness bends near the right strut tower. (1995-97)
Years 95-97 seem to have the most problems
http://auto.consumerguide.com/auto/u...fm/id/2214.htm
Hmmm. I have a 95 Maxima made in 12/94 and I have not experienced any of the above problems in the 260,000 Km that I have on the car.
10-05-2002, 07:55 AM
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FYI...my tranny started sliping as described above...a list of problems but mostly the solenoids are out. $1,400 later it works like a champ. I also have that lovely groan from the back brakes and the light is on. anybody have any quick solutions?
10-05-2002, 08:10 AM
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weight
anyone notice the posted curb weight... it says 3001lbs. i've heard so many different stories about the weight of our cars... is this about right. and i know the 95's/96's were a bit lighter... but does anyone know how much less than a 97?
10-05-2002, 12:17 PM
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Re: weight
Yes, that weight is pretty close to accurate. Nissan listed the weight of a 97 GXE as 3012 lbs. A 95 GXE is listed by Nissan at 3005 lbs. Both 5-speeds. Any stripped (no sunroof, Bose, etc) 5-speed 4th gen weighs just a hair over 3000. Autos add ~75 lbs.
On a side note, please change your sig. It's disgustingly juvenile.
On a side note, please change your sig. It's disgustingly juvenile.
Originally posted by JMAXIMA
anyone notice the posted curb weight... it says 3001lbs. i've heard so many different stories about the weight of our cars... is this about right. and i know the 95's/96's were a bit lighter... but does anyone know how much less than a 97?
anyone notice the posted curb weight... it says 3001lbs. i've heard so many different stories about the weight of our cars... is this about right. and i know the 95's/96's were a bit lighter... but does anyone know how much less than a 97?
10-05-2002, 01:57 PM
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Re: Re: weight
Originally posted by Keven97SE
Yes, that weight is pretty close to accurate. Nissan listed the weight of a 97 GXE as 3012 lbs. A 95 GXE is listed by Nissan at 3005 lbs. Both 5-speeds. Any stripped (no sunroof, Bose, etc) 5-speed 4th gen weighs just a hair over 3000. Autos add ~75 lbs.
On a side note, please change your sig. It's disgustingly juvenile.
Yes, that weight is pretty close to accurate. Nissan listed the weight of a 97 GXE as 3012 lbs. A 95 GXE is listed by Nissan at 3005 lbs. Both 5-speeds. Any stripped (no sunroof, Bose, etc) 5-speed 4th gen weighs just a hair over 3000. Autos add ~75 lbs.
On a side note, please change your sig. It's disgustingly juvenile.
Hey Kev, what gives? It's just a cartoon man, lighten up.
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