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About Von Sudderth
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Expertise
Electrical Engine Transmission Airconditioning Suspension Brakes

Experience
Engines, transmissions, electrical, suspension, brakes, computer systems, radios, interior, glass and body work on late model Nissan automobiles

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Top Gun F/A-22 Program

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Questions Answered By Expert Von Sudderth
In Category Nissan Repair

Subject	Date Asked

2003 nissan pathfinder	10/12/2008
Q: I am experiencing a noticeable hesitation, if push on the accelerator it feels like the truck is not ... A: Al, Could be contaminated fuel so put in a fuel conditioner like Lucas or the like. Also, since it ...
2005 Nissan Maxima -- Tailights	10/12/2008
Q: I have to running lights .. Brake and turn yes.. The dash (speedo) lights also are on bright, and ... A: James, This sounds strange to me. The dash lights not being able to be dimmed is the dimmer switch ...
98 nissan service engine soon and ac switch	10/12/2008
Q: #1 My granddaughter car service engine soon light came on at 88,000 miles. We had it checked at Auto ... A: Rose, First, disconnect the battery for five minutes and that should clear the code for the P0120. ...
Nissan auto trans	10/11/2008
Q: Shift into D, will not move, shift into 2, ok, then shift into D, now ok. A: Robert, Robert, Nissan has a really nice self protection system that locks the car in second when ...
tail lights	10/11/2008
Q: My 2004 nissan maxima's tail lights are out. The break lights work though. I know its not the bulb ... A: Kevin, The parking lights do not have a relay that I am familiar with. If the front parking lights ...
Nissan Terrano Auto Transmission	10/11/2008
Q: I have a 1991 Diesel Terrano with intermittant auto problems - pulling away from lights, or ... A: Roger, The transmission is controlled by a computer, different than the one that runs the engine. ...
1996nissan 200sx	10/11/2008
Q: for inspection ready codes o2sensor egr cat appear any ideas on what to do ... A: John, Since the year is 1996 I would replace the EGR valve and the oxygen sensors. I would remove ...
Noise while driving.	10/10/2008
Q: This is a strange one.. I have an '02 Nissan Altima and I hear water/liquid 'sloshing' around while ... A: Alison, It could be the airconditioner box, under the dash, that has a blocked drain. I would ...
gear box	10/9/2008
Q: my 2006 altima gear shift lock up and i could not get into park. what makes in get stuck like that? ... A: Dominick, If it is under warranty take it in. Usually, a coke or some other sticky liquid has ...
nissan airbag fault	10/9/2008
Q: my airbag indicator light flash continuesly, car type nissans almera 1997 model wagon type A: Tope, I cannot help on an airbag problem other than telling you to have someone with a airbag ...
auto-manual transmission swap	10/8/2008
Q: My friend and I are learning mechanics. one of our jobs is fixing up a 1995 nissan maxima. the guy ... A: Dusty, Yes, there is a starter inhibit on on the automatic shifter that was removed. Get a Haynes ...
04 Nissan Sentra, Shifter Problem	10/8/2008
Q: Sentra has 49K on it; On turning on the ignition; I can't get the shifter off Parking position; I ... A: Ravi, Unless the shifter was wrenched or the car has been in a wreck the shifter should be good. I ...
1978 280z emissions	10/8/2008
Q: I just purchased a 1978 280z...can't pass smog. I've gone to the internet to find emission parts ... ... A: Ron, If you are failing smog with your 78 you might look at the basics. Probably too much NOX in ...
clutch hitting floor	10/7/2008
Q: i just replaced my clutch i drove it for about 500 miles then my clutch started hitting the floor i ... A: Joel, If the clutch is bled properly then you are looking at the release fork. It might have come ...
95 nissan altima	10/7/2008
Q: no interior heat i replaced thermostat,heater valve.i suspect it is flap door not closeing.i am ... A: Tony, Either the heater core is plugged or the door is stuck, as you indicate. Remove the glovebox ...
04 sentra	10/7/2008
Q: every time i turn my car off then turn it on in about an hour it will start then die out like if i ... A: Les, I would check the fuel pressure to make sure it is proper and the injectors are not sticking. ...
1995 Nissan Altima	10/7/2008
Q: How do you remove the front cover on this 1995 Nissan Altima engine. A: Nick, You are going to need a book. Here is link to some comments. http://www.prb2.com/altima/ ...
Pulsar CJ11 engine not performing	10/6/2008
Q: The engine is cutting off whilst on idle. A few weeks back, this only happened when I braked to halt ... A: Aldren, First, you need to check the codes to see if the computer is picking up a defective idle ...
Codes	10/6/2008
Q: After changing the spark plugs, cap, rotor and the fuel filter the service engine soon light comes ... A: Betty, The serial communications link is usually associated with a scanner that is incompatible ...
1994 nissan pathfinder	10/6/2008
Q: the pathfinder was dead because it was sitting for about a week and a 1/2. My sister went to jump ... A: Jamie, You are in luck since the vehicle started. That means the computer is fine. The other ...
2000 Quest dashboard	10/6/2008
Q: How do I remove the dashboard to get access to the rear of the radio? I would like to direct connect ... A: John, The console trim plate has to be removed as does the mounting bracket on the radio to get it ...
Nissan Primera 1997 - Acceleration Hesitation	10/5/2008
Q: I am driving a 1997 Nissan Primera 1595 cc manual car for the last 3 days and have noticed some ... A: Martin, I will assume you have the petrol version? If so, check the spark plugs to make sure they ...
nissan bluebird 1994	10/5/2008
Q: But this has not worked this time it just keeps winding but wont start I originally thought it must ... A: Michelle, I would remove and disassemble the distributor and check for oil on the optical pickup ...
Code P0430 Nissan Xterra	10/5/2008
Q: I just bought an 05' Xterra service engine light just came on and it's throwin code P0430 Need to ... A: Will, Yes, it shows the catalyst system, bank two as being out of range. Could be a melted ...
front end thunking	10/5/2008
Q: Recently I have been hearing a rubbing sound on my 1997 Nissan Maxima. Along with that, there is a ... A: Roy, The usual suspect is the strut tower bearing. The strut connects to the strut tower via a ...
A/C not working when temp above normal	10/4/2008
Q: I have a 1998 nissan patrol ti 4.5l petrol. the a/c ( climate control )cuts out when the engine temp ... A: Neville, It sounds as if the pressure in the airconditioning system is too high when it becomes ...
Nissan KeyFob Question	10/4/2008
Q: I have a 2006 Nissan Sentra Keyfob. Can it be programmed to work with a NIssan 2003 Altima? They ... A: John, Yes, the instructions are as follows: To reprogram (enter new ID) key fob (keyless remote ...
1991 Maxima v6	10/4/2008
Q: I do not have any high beam, or driving lights, but my low beam are still working, and we have ... A: Kevin, The headlight switch is defective and needs to be replaced. Part costs under $100 bucks and ...
charging system	10/4/2008
Q: the alternator will not charge untill you rev the motor. The alnternator is new. Is there a external ... A: Michael, Either the voltage regulator is defective or the alternator is defective. You will need ...
Trans	10/3/2008
Q: I have a 96 Nissan Quest, It slipps badly when you put in in reverece. The van does not slipp in any ... A: Melissa, No way to correc the problem without removal of the transmission. If all else is good, as ...
nissan oil light , engine racket for like 1 min upon cranking	10/3/2008
Q: I have a 93 Nissan pickup,with ka24e engine 161,xxx miles. my oil light is staying on for like a 1 ... A: Walter, Nissan recommends against synthetic oil. But, for what we are trying for, getting the oil ...
1995 pathfinder start problem	10/3/2008
Q: I am having problems starting my pathfinder after I turn it off. For instance, if I run into the ... A: Ronda, It could be a defective starter or loose cables or even a battery on the way out. The best ...
Digital clock sporadic operation	10/3/2008
Q: My 1991 Max also has the same clock problem, intermittent illum but keeps good time - could the ... A: Rich, If the clock works and the back lighting is intermittent I would either source a wrecking ...
nissan oil light , engine racket for like 1 min upon cranking	10/2/2008
Q: I have a 93 Nissan pickup,with ka24e engine 161,xxx miles. my oil light is staying on for like a 1 ... A: Walter, Sounds like the oil pump needs to be replaced. You changed the oil and the noise went away ...
2000 maxima died and now will not start.	10/2/2008
Q: I've been here before with a question and now I have another. I just sold my brother a 2000 maxima ... A: Alan, Both the vehicle speed sensor and the idle air control valve need to be replaced and the ...
1994 Nissan Quest oil pressure light	10/2/2008
Q: My Nissan Quest stalled out completely this morning, and all the check engine lights, etc. came on. ... A: Susanna, If the oil pressure light is flickering you need to make sure you have replaced the oil at ...
Nissan 1600nx starting problems	10/1/2008
Q: I own a 1600NX, which I bought in 1992, and have driven across Canada and back. I am having ... A: Rodney, If the clutch interlock switch is worn out either replace it or bridge it with a length of ...
Is it OK to install used ECM on Maxima?	10/1/2008
Q: We have a 2001 Maxima that the dealer says needs a new ECM and Idle Air Control Valve. That will ... A: Laura, Yes, to the used ECM and no to the used idle air control valve. Also, I would have them ...
nissan maxima transmission	10/1/2008
Q: I own a 1991 Nissan Maxima. I was wondering where the transmission filter is located so I can change ... A: Emily, The transmission filter is located in the transmission. Remove the transmission pan. The ...
Brake lights	9/30/2008
Q: This is Calvin, your fellow Nissan expert. I guess not so much an expert now, as I wanted to ask ... A: Calvin, If it is not the brake light switch then the master headlight switch is the only other ...
fuel pump problems	9/30/2008
Q: I read on here that on nissans, the oil pressure switch can cut the fuel pump off as a safety ... A: Clint, Yes, Nissan uses the oil pressure switch as an indication to the ECM that the engine is ...
2007 nissan maxima	9/30/2008
Q: THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON THIS MORNING. I DON'T HAVE 12,000 MILES ON IT YET. WHAT IS ... A: Betty, If the car has only 12,000 miles on it I would go to Autozone or Checker and get the code ...
Electrical headlights	9/29/2008
Q: I have an 88 Nissan Pulsar and the left head light is dim. The right side is normal. when turning on ... A: Rich, Replace the headlight switch. The contacts for the high and low beam are in the switch and ...
1986.5 Nissan Hardbody No Fire	9/29/2008
Q: My nissan wont start. Basic dianosis has led me to the ignition system. I have no fire from my ... A: Carl, If the ignition relay or fuse is not blown I would say the distributor is defective. Email ...
car starts and then dies.	9/29/2008
Q: a while back i bought a 1982 datsun 280zx. this is the L28E engine, non turbo with a 3 speed ... A: Joel, You have repaired or replaced the usual suspects. Therefore, the only other thing that ...
shift problem	9/28/2008
Q: 1997 nissan pickup-will not go in gear when cold in morning- after sitting in warm temp works well ... A: Frank, The clutch is hydraulic and the seals leak internally so pressure does not build when you ...
Smokey Engine - Nissan terrano 2.7 miatral 1995	9/28/2008
Q: What should i be looking,will a service help? A: Andrew, It depends on what the smoke looks like. That is, if the smoke is white it could be a ...
nissan terrano repair	9/28/2008
Q: I have a 91 nissan terrano and it makes an intermittant grinding noise from what appears to be the ... A: Roy, If the compressor is not intermittently locking that is making the noise then I would look at ...
trans shifting	9/28/2008
Q: I just sold my brother my 2000 maxima GLE. He so sooner got it home & called & told me the trans was ... A: Alan, Yes, the P0720 is the vehicle speed sensor and that can screw with the computer and make it ...
shift problem	9/27/2008
Q: 1997 nissan pickup-will not go in gear when cold in morning- after sitting in warm temp works well ... A: Frank, If the clutch is not worn out it should be the slave or master cylinder for the clutch. ...
Electrical -97 Nissan Quest	9/27/2008
Q: I just bought a 1997 Nissan Quest GXE. Everything was fine..until after a few days I noticed the ... A: Peter, Not related, the power window master switch is probably going out. That is the one on the ...
code: PO745 2003 Nissan Sentra	9/27/2008
Q: This code has appeared on my daughters car. The car shifts hard between 1-2. When I plugged my ... A: Randy, The code is related to line pressure in the transmission where it is sensed at the valve ...
dash cluster /intermitant wiper switch	9/27/2008
Q: i replaced my non tacho cluster with one with a tacho on my ld astra/n13 pulsar and the tacho didnt ... A: Darren, No, they are not direct. However, you can check the pinout and hook up the tach lead at ...
Nissan Pathfinder odometer and gage problems	9/27/2008
Q: I have a 98 Nissan Pathfinder (97k miles) that has an odd problem, sometimes when I start the ... A: George, Either the step transformer on the back of the cluster is going out or the connection to ...
240sx idle then dead	9/26/2008
Q: Here's my problem: first, my fuel pump fuse would always burn out after I cranked the engine, so I ... A: Kirk, First, check the fuel pressure. That is, get a fuel pressure gauge and hook it up and see if ...
Nissan 1998 200sx electrical problem	9/26/2008
Q: My electrical system is messed up. Here is what is happening...My tail lights and dashboard lights ... A: Justin, Replace the headlight switch since that is the common link to your problem. Nissan uses ...
'90 pathfinder loss power motor ticking	9/25/2008
Q: I was driving up a steep hill at 60mph when engine lost some power and started ticking noise at all ... A: Tim, It sounds like the variable valve timing is screwed up. I would get a scanner and have your ...
1989 Nissan Maxima Electrical Dash	9/25/2008
Q: The dash is all electrical from the odometer to the speedometer... etc. All of this has gone out. ... A: Latoka, The problem is either the electrical connector has become corroded and needs to be cleaned. ...
97 altima losing spark running bad when hot	9/25/2008
Q: if you accelerate it goes away then coasting it does it again. its like it skips loses spark i ... A: Pete, If it is running rich I would look for leaky injectors. And, you can use a noid light or a ...
auto troubleshooting	9/24/2008
Q: When a car does not start, what are the troubleshooting methods that should take place for effective ... A: Rick, First, check and charge the battery. Next, drive the car down to Autozone or Checker and ...
2000 Nissan Maxima check engine light	9/24/2008
Q: I have a 2000 Nissan Maxima. It has a small hole in the flex hose. So do you think that the hole ... A: D, Change all three oxygen sensors and be done with it. I personally have a 2000 Maxima SE and one ...
Resetting a computer on a Navara zd30	9/24/2008
Q: I had a tuneit chip fitted and now its all over the shop. How do you reset the computer thanks ... A: Lance, I did not know that yours was drive by wire. If the ECM is disconnected they will have to ...
Gauges on my 1997 Nissan Maxima	9/23/2008
Q: I just bought a used maxima and i notice my gauges aren't working sometimes and when they do work ... A: Derek, It is either the connector to the cluster or the transformer that drives the unit. Usually, ...
300zx wont start when warm	9/23/2008
Q: well the car starts and runs fine, but if you shut it down after about a half hour of running it ... A: Adam, Other causes could be the ignitor on the ignition coil. A little electric box that allows ...
1996 Infiniti G20 Hard Starting (occasionally)	9/23/2008
Q: My 1996 Infiniti G20 is hard starting if it is left outside for a few days (instead of in the ... A: Cindy, I would go with the condensate in the distributor cap as a first thought. A tuneup should ...
2001 Maxima	9/22/2008
Q: Does the 2001 Maxima have a cabin air filter? If so where is it located? Thanking you in advance. ... A: Michael, No, the glovebox needs to be removed to access the panel. It is pretty easy to remove ...
how to bypass an immobaliser	9/22/2008
Q: on nissan pintara i have traced it back to the modual not sure wat to do next A: Fraser, You are not going to bypasss the security system easily. If you use the key on the drivers ...
Blue Bird distributor	9/22/2008
Q: I have a '94 Nissan Blue Bird - great car. But is has "blown" 3 distributors. I get about 10 - 12 ... A: Tony, If the rebuild unit is not as good as a factory unit that could be why they are failing about ...
Sentra Parking brake adjustment	9/22/2008
Q: I own a 2002 Nissan Sentra GXE and the parking brake lever has to be pulled to the very top to ... A: Ray, There is a nut that threads onto the long bolt that is the end of the parking brake cable. ...
300zx wont start when warm	9/22/2008
Q: well the car starts and runs fine, but if you shut it down after about a half hour of running it ... A: Adam, Pull the distributor and disassemble the distributor and see if it has oil on the optical ...
97 altima stalls, rattles	9/21/2008
Q: I have an ongoing problem with my 97 Altima SE. 180k miles, manual trans. It stalls when revs go ... A: Sam, The knock sensor needs to be replaced since that puts the car in limp mode. You get bad ...
91 pathfinder 4x4 front disk brakes	9/21/2008
Q: i want to remove the front rotors on my 91 pathfinder 4x4 to have them cut i have removed the 5 ... A: Tony, You have to remove the dust cap and nut to get the rotor off. This is due to the design of ...
Nissan 2000 N15 1.6L Pulsar	9/20/2008
Q: my 00 Pulsar air bag light keeps flashing ,it was diagnosed but sensor(s)not found, could you assist ... A: Neville, The sensors are located in at the front and rear bumper. Also, you should have two air ...
Nissan overdrive	9/20/2008
Q: I recently purchased a 1997 Nissan Altima. Everything has been going fine but yesterday the ... A: Marion, The car has a diagnostic feature that can be read. You would have to go to a shop to get ...
93 maxima tranny issue	9/20/2008
Q: I have a 93 nissan maxima and when i put it in gear and step on the gas the engine revs up but the ... A: Tim, Sounds like the transmission is in need of a rebuild. The clutches are probably worn beyond ...
94 altima gxe manual trans. cv halfshaft issue	9/20/2008
Q: I am trying to replace both my front cv halfshafts on my 94 nissan altima (manual transmission, w/o ... A: Davina, The mass on the CV driveshaft is for both anti-vibration as well as to aid in reduction in ...
2001 Maxima	9/19/2008
Q: Does the 2001 Maxima have a cabin air filter? If so where is it located? Thanking you in advance. ... A: Michael, It has the place for one and if it was installed at the factory it will be there. It is ...
2003 Spec V Sentra-multi-cyl misfire?	9/19/2008
Q: It has 100K km on it and no prior mech. issues. I fired it up yesterday morning and it was running ... A: Shane, The code 0300 is the knock sensor and that can cause all kinds of problems. A code reader ...
96 Sentra Master Switch Installation	9/18/2008
Q: My driver's side window is stuck open, and I can tell (by how it feels) that it is the master ... A: Connie, If you have time to wait, rockauto.com or courtesynissan.com are both about half the cost ...
flywheel and clutch 350z	9/18/2008
Q: can the dualmass flywheel be skimmed and how will i know how to do it.i got a 2006 roadster and the ... A: Senna, No, the dual mass design requires you purchase a new flywheel and clutch. I would stick to ...
1991 Nissan 240sx SuperHicas electrical	9/18/2008
Q: I just had the alternator replaced in my car and now the battery and ebrake light are on. Brake ... A: The new alternator is defective or it was installed incorrectly or the master fuse/fuse link from ...
95 infinity j30 restarts	9/18/2008
Q: after shutting off the vehicle and key is in the off position, the car restarts. it's not the ... A: Elizabeth, If you car is not equipped with a remote starter I would say the starter relay is ...
Nissan skyline problem???!!???	9/18/2008
Q: I have a 1995 nissan skyline which has done 130k's, it has started ideling really roughly and ... A: David, The idle could be the injectors or the idle air control valve. The off idle problems could ...
ecm relay location	9/17/2008
Q: 2000 sentra wouldn't start one morning. Would turn over fine, but the fuel pump would not run. With ... A: John, Most probably the fuel pump or relay is defective. The ECM relay is located under the dash. ...
check timing on 1998 Nissan Altma 2.5 4 cyl.	9/17/2008
Q: My friend (a qualified Mercedes Tech) r&r'd the head due to blown head gasket. When we restart after ... A: Robert, I would check the timing from under the hood sticker. If that is not available, just use a ...
Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo engine dies when decelerating	9/16/2008
Q: I have a 1991 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo with about 105K miles. The car works just fine until I ... A: Matt, I would first get the battery charged and then go to Autozone or Checker and get the ...
Nissan Stanza 90	9/16/2008
Q: I have a Nissan Stanza 1990. It won't start. It's getting fuel but no spark I replaced the coil, ... A: Danielle, Yes, the harmonic balancer could be a sign that the timing has jumped. I would first ...
cv joints	9/15/2008
Q: I have a knoking sound that only happens when I am in motion and turning. I believe it is the CV ... A: Candice, A set of rebuilt CV driveshafts are the first thing. Next, you will need the large socket ...
Altima Trip Computer	9/15/2008
Q: I put gas in my '06 Altima and the gauge and trip computer (Distance To Empty) disagree. The fuel ... A: David, The sending unit is the usual suspect in this instance. If you disconnect the battery for ...
1998 Nissan Altima will not start	9/15/2008
Q: I have a 1998 Nissan Altima with around 160,000 miles. A few months ago, I replaced the starter. ... A: William, Could be the fuel pump or the distributor. Most of the time a car dies it is either fuel ...
2000 4wd nissan frontier engine vg33	9/14/2008
Q: What is the purpose of the knock sensor and how do you determine bank1 from bank2 of the engine? Can ... A: Michael, oxygen sensors are part of the fuel management system. They are for feedback from what ...
Filling power steering fluid	9/14/2008
Q: I've replacement seal kit on cylinder steering Serena SR20DE and how to filling power steering fluid ... A: R. Wahjoedi Moeljosoedirdjo, To fill the power steering you need to fill the fluid to the line on ...
terrano 2 3.0 di 2002 rear end creaking	9/14/2008
Q: hi sir i have a 2002 nissan terrano 2 sve and have found there is a creaking and groaning sound ... A: Andrew, You are probably looking at axle bearings for the spindles. Nissan had an issue with a ...
rear view mirror installation	9/14/2008
Q: Need to know which adhesive/glue is specified to install a rear view mirror (Nissan Murano 2004). ... A: Joe, It is basically super glue. There are kits sold that have the cleaner, activator and clue in ...
Fuel pump testing	9/13/2008
Q: My son has a 1990 Sentra with low fuel pressure. I'm trying to check the fuel pressure from the ... A: Ron, nissantechinfo.com is the official site of Nissan and has all the factory service manuals. ...
1996 infiniti i30 passenger window stuck down	9/13/2008
Q: Shortly after leaving my passenger side window open through a storm, all the power windows stopped ... A: Eric, Usually, the master switch on the driver's side door is the problem. I say this since the ...
Nissan 300zx stalling/no start issue	9/13/2008
Q: I have a 1986 Nissan 300zx non-turbo 5 speed. After driving for about half an hour on the highway it ... A: Chris, Yes, You found the problem. Nissan uses an optical pickup and receiver in the distributor. ...
Engine Problem	9/13/2008
Q: My car is not Nissan but im asking you as an engine expert. My car is a 1.6L Injection Engine 2006 ... A: Sherif, The problem sounds like the fuel pressure regulator has failed or the injectors are leaking ...
Removing rar brake drum - 1993 SE v6 truck 4x4	9/13/2008
Q: I can't back the brakes off to remove the drum. I can't figure out how to release the adjuster lock ... A: Roger, The access hole you have should be where you would insert a small common screwdriver to get ...
Fuel pump testing	9/12/2008
Q: My son has a 1990 Sentra with low fuel pressure. I'm trying to check the fuel pressure from the ... A: Ron, Nissan uses progressive voltage to control the fuel pump and pressure. Do, not bridge the ...
86 NISSAN 300 ZX	9/12/2008
Q: IF THE IGNITION SWITCH IS BAD WILL THE CAR START IF YOU USE STARTING FLUID I HAVE REPLACED ... A: Katherine, If the engine starts with starting fluid that would lead me to think there is an issue ...
Engine Problem	9/12/2008
Q: My car is not Nissan but im asking you as an engine expert. My car is a 1.6L Injection Engine 2006 ... A: Sherif, It is either fuel or spark. Now, I would not think the sparkplugs unless they were burnt ...
1999 Nissan Maxima	9/12/2008
Q: My check engine light has come on and I took it to the mechanic. He told me that my spark plug ... A: Jason, Nunber two is defective? I would replace all the coils since there is only a small chance ...
CV Shaft replacement drivers side 1994 Nissan Sentra	9/11/2008
Q: Do I have to take the transmission cover off to get to the pin? A: John, No, the CV pops out when you have the rest of the assembly out. That is, remove the tire, ...
2003 Nissan Frontier brakes	9/11/2008
Q: heres my issue and i just started two days ago both front calipers and rear drums are simultaneously ... A: Robert, I would replace the pads with the factory ones or Performance Friction Carbon Metallic ...
2000 nissan maxima problems	9/10/2008
Q: what would make my car skip and putter even after a tune up. sometimes it stops but only for a short ... A: Mike, I have a 2000 Maxima SE and the coils were a technical service bulletin way back when. ...
speed sensor for 96 maxima	9/10/2008
Q: I have a 96 nissan maxima and the speed meter does not work anymore, it stays at 0 and the check ... A: David, The vehicle speed sensor is on the transmission and it only takes a ten millimeter socket to ...
Nissan - kA24E I4	9/10/2008
Q: 1991 year Nissan with KA24I4 engine. 2.4L , auto transimission.I have obviously overfilled the ... A: William, You will kill the transmission since the rotating assembly will cause the fluid to foam. ...
Nissan Maxima repair	9/10/2008
Q: I HAVE A 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA. LAST WEEK THE LIGHTS ON MY DASH GREW VERY BRIGHT, BUT I DIDN'T THINK ... A: Donna, Radio Shack is the place to match up the bulbs. Your manual should list the bulbs and ...
'96 Maxima Starting Problem	9/9/2008
Q: I'm a college student and recently purchased a '96 Maxima SE automatic w/ 152k miles on it. I have a ... A: Chrisopher, I would check the starter when the vehicle is hot. That is, jump the starter with a ...
Idle question	9/9/2008
Q: I have a 2008 Infinity G37S that normally idles around 625 RPMs. However, I've noticed after ... A: Steve, Awesome car! Drive by wire makes things interesting. That is, your throttle is not ...
need help on nissan fuel pump	9/9/2008
Q: replaced fuel pump 1983 sentra 1.6 part new has 3 ports intake out and vent whaat do i do with the ... A: Glenn, If the new pump has an additional port you will have to figure out what it is for. If it ...
99 MAXIMA	9/9/2008
Q: MY CAR WAS HIT AND THE AIR BAGS POPPED AND NOW IT WILL NOT START NO FUEL TO THE ENGINE IS THERE A ... A: Charles, There is a oil pressure cut off switch for safety. But, that does not pop or have to be ...
93 Altima	9/8/2008
Q: When starting car it accelerates to full throttle,I have held linkage shut manually and it still ... A: Tim, Sounds like you have leaky injectors and the computer is compensating by running the idle air ...
Nissan Bluebird 93 (U13) clutch master cylinder	9/8/2008
Q: Day mate, quick question regarding my clutch master cylinder. recently noticed my clutch fluid ... A: Kim, The clutch master and slave are a pain in the butt to bleed. I would push the pedal to the ...
1992 nissan serena	9/8/2008
Q: the a/c of our van is not very cold. we tried to bring it to an auto shop to add freon, but they do ... A: Gigi, You have an older vehicle that uses R-12 and not R-134. I would search around and find a ...
engine probs nissan vanette, 2.3 d v reg	9/7/2008
Q: drove for 1 1/2 hrs on sat no probs, stoped engine once there and tried it 10 mins later nothing, ... A: Woody, If the engine lacked oil pressure or the mechanical timing has been disturbed could cause ...
why does my car keep stalling	9/7/2008
Q: 1993 nissan - put a new alternator in, ran really well, then it stalled would not start back up, put ... A: Geri, If the alternator is working properly I would be looking at the master fuse / fuse link at ...
nissan 1987 200sx	9/7/2008
Q: where can i find on internet, vacum line routing for above auto without buying book,son took loose ... A: Mike, If the underhood sticker does not provide enough information for the vacuum hose routing you ...
Nissan Maxima GXE '96 brake rotor replacement	9/7/2008
Q: What tools would I need & how I uninstall brake rotors on my Nissan Maxima GXE '96. I didn't see ... A: Irakli, The front rotors require the removal of the caliper and the torque member, the thing that ...
2003 Maxima- driver's power window	9/6/2008
Q: A safety feature prevents the window from closing if it detects an object blocking it's path. My ... A: Mike, Sounds like the track and guides are dry and need lubrication. I would remove the door panel ...
1993 Nissan Altima Drive in 3rd gear on highway	9/6/2008
Q: I don’t think it is a bad transmission, but rather the electrical wiring or possibly the torque ... A: Jason, Go to your local Cottman transmission shop or your local favorite transmission shop and have ...
Air Bag Light	9/6/2008
Q: I have a 1998 Nissan Serena. 2.3 d. The other week the air bag light on the dash never went out when ... A: Dave, Air bags are a liability concern and as such you have to take it to the dealer or an autobody ...
crank sensor	9/5/2008
Q: The mechanic told me that the crank sensor needed to be changed ($ 550) and after 2 weeks the same ... A: Vikki, The code P1440 is for the evaporative system and it shows to have a leak. That is, probably ...
almera throttle body removal	9/5/2008
Q: Can anyone advise on how I remove my throttle body as the car is constantly stalling but runs fine ... A: Dom, You should not have to remove the throttle body. You can clean, with the engine off with ...
slow cranking	9/5/2008
Q: My problem in my 2000 Nissan Maxima is it has intermittent slow cranking the cranking is uneven such ... A: Tammie, I would get the starter checked as an intermittent drag indicates something being wrong ...
95 pathfinder	9/4/2008
Q: Hey Von Sudderth, I asked you a question before about my Pathfinder. I have replaced thus far: fuel ... A: Robin, The device you speak of is the diverter valve that allows the car to run on Liquid Petroleum ...
1995 Nissan Maxima A32 - ECTS Failure?	9/4/2008
Q: I had the ECTS replaced not even 12 mths ago (with not a hint of a problem again until now) and I am ... A: Vanessa, The electronic coolant temperature sensor could be defective or the connector has worn or ...
clutch shakes off idle	9/3/2008
Q: Just replaced clutch and throwout bearing. When going into first from a complete stop, the truck ... A: Shaun, If you did not have the flywheel resurfaced that could be the issue. I say this, since the ...
sudden jerking and shaking	9/3/2008
Q: I was driving my 2004 Nissan Murano and have noticed a metal on metal noise for a few days. Today ... A: Angela, The dragging sound could be the brakes and the jerking and shaking could be them grabbing. ...
2001 Pathfinder Missfiring	9/3/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Pathfinder that has been misfiring at highway speeds. It will do this for about 10 - ... A: Tim, Nissan had a history of bad coils in the 200 to 2001 timeframe. I have a 2000 Maxima SE and ...
Nissan - ka24eI4	9/2/2008
Q: I have a 91 year Nissan, 2.4L, about 190,000km, Engine Model KA24EI4. The problem 1: When the car ... A: Rob, If the sensor was replaced and the computer sends the signal for cold start operation and it ...
Heater coil & Pcv value location...	9/2/2008
Q: The following questions apply to a 1994 Nissan Quest... 1. Where is the PCV value located? 2. ... A: Elaine, The PCV vaslve us located on the valve cover at the back of the engine. The blower fuse ...
Slow power windows	9/2/2008
Q: Von, I have a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder LE and all the windows are extremely slow. I was wondering if ... A: Chris, If the Pathfinder goes through the carwash chances are that the tracks are really dry and ...
Nissan - ka24eI4	9/2/2008
Q: I have a 91 year Nissan, 2.4L, about 190,000km, Engine Model KA24EI4. The problem 1: When the car ... A: Rob, The cold start sensor is probably defective since it does not idle properly when cold. The ...
1988 Nissan Maxima sedan automatic	9/1/2008
Q: 1988 Nissan Maxima, V6 automatic, with fuel-injection. Problem: engine starts, but dies within a ... A: Sid, The ECU should be fine. I would check the air intake tract from the air meter to the throttle ...
97 nissan Sentra A/c	9/1/2008
Q: My 97 sentra A/C works fine for 10 minutes to an hour then stops blowing cold air. The low side ... A: Jerry, The expansion valve is sticking and needs to be replaced. A pain to get to since it is ...
94 nissan truck lights	9/1/2008
Q: Von Sudderth, A few weeks ago I turn on my headlights and the passenger side came on like normal, ... A: Mike, The headlight switch is worn out and needs to be replaced. Nissan uses several contact ...
Brake lights stay on	8/31/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Nissan Altima and the brake lights do not shut off. I have replaced the rubber stop ... A: Calvin, If the brake light switch has been tested and disconnected and the rear lights stay on you ...
Infiniti G20 Runs Rough	8/31/2008
Q: Greetings, and thanks for your expertise, it is quite revealing. My 1996 automatic Infiniti G20 with ... A: George, Here is a link to Autozone's website with pictures and a description on how to test the ...
Gas gauge 2004 Maxima	8/31/2008
Q: Today I changed the battery in my 2004 Maxmia. After I started the Car I noticed the gas gauge was ... A: Ed, The cluster has to come out to access the fuel gauge. You will have to remove the cluster and ...
2005 Nissan Altima, 39K Miles	8/31/2008
Q: I've been driving my dad's altima for the past few months and have noted that I can feel EVERY ... A: Nirav, I would check the tire pressure. With a car this new struts should not be a problem. If ...
2005 Nissan Sentry	8/30/2008
Q: How to replace bulb on stop light, inside, back windshield of a 2005 nissan sentry. A: Joe, You have to remove the cover to access the bulb. I am not familiar with a Sentry. But, if ...
Nissan Maxima 300SE	8/30/2008
Q: I have a 1994(J30) model. The alarm/immobilizer start flickering as if a loose connection is causing ... A: Gerhard, OK, my bad! I thought you were talking about an aftermarket alarm. The factory alarm ...
replacing a starter	8/30/2008
Q: Where can I find a step by step guide online to replacing a starter in a 1994 Nissan Sentra? I have ... A: Lisa, Even the factory service manual will not give you all the steps. But, nissantechinfo.com is ...
check light	8/30/2008
Q: OBD-11 read code PO135-upstream heated O2 sensor heater fault. Initially I replace both upstream and ... A: Joe, Then, it is probably the relay that is the problem. The oxygen sensor is heated to reduce the ...
Nissan Sentra 2002 GXE	8/29/2008
Q: i am using a nissan sentra gxe 2002 model but for some few months when driving the car and the ... A: Joyce, I would not think the computer control module could cause the car to get hot and stop the ...
95 pathfinder	8/29/2008
Q: Hey Von Sudderth, I asked you a question before about my Pathfinder. I have replaced thus far: ... A: Robin, Have the technician backprobe the mass airflow sensor to make sure it is not blown. For ...
02 Altima Moon Roof stuck open, won't go into rev or park, can't remove key!	8/29/2008
Q: I don't know what to do! I just went out and parked my car normally only to find that I couldn't ... A: Annette, The shifter is sticking and not allowing the key to come out. There is a shift interlock ...
94 Nissan Sentra brake lines	8/28/2008
Q: 94 Nissan Sentra no ABS I have a Pretty good leak in the right rear SS brake line somewhere around ... A: Tim, Yes, it is involved. But, if you purchase a replacement from Nissan it is a plug and play ...
heater and a/c control valve	8/28/2008
Q: where would the heater and a/c control valve be located in a 1998 nissan sentra? A: Joe, The blend door is located under the dash on the passenger side. Check the control unit for ...
Service engine soon	8/28/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Maxima which has done about 39000 miles. Recently I have done a lot of long distance ... A: Gaurav, First, I would purchase all three oxygen sensors. I personally have a 2000 Maxima SE and ...
93 altima stalls at random and wont start back up	8/28/2008
Q: i have a 93 altima with around 220,000 miles on it and it likes to shut off at random moments after ... A: Donny, Check the distributor for the presense of oil on the optical shutter wheel. Remove the cap, ...
passenger side cv replacement '95 sentra	8/27/2008
Q: what is the procedure for this operation and would i need any special tools Thank you for your ... A: Marlon, I take the wheel off and the tie rod end and the caliper and then rotate the spindle to one ...
gear shift	8/27/2008
Q: i have a 1992 2.7 diesel auto nissan terranno. wen the engine is cold the rev counterstays on 0 then ... A: Paul, The transmission will need to be examined to see if the valve body is devective. Probably a ...
Parking Brake Cable Tension	8/26/2008
Q: It's me again, Tim. The guy with the 2001 Nissan Sentra SE who just finished replacing the rear ... A: Tim, The cable adjustment under the console is one option to tighten the cable or you can get under ...
2001 Nissan Pathfinder	8/26/2008
Q: I was wondering if he found out what was the problem with his truck.. I have so far replaced ... A: Jeremiah, I would replace all of the oxygen sensors (those that you have not replaced). Also, ...
1986.5 D21 VG30i AT 2dr PU Bucks on grade in heat	8/25/2008
Q: Symptoms: when pulling a grade and activating the Transmission Power feature the truck bucks or ... A: Cliff, On top of the engine there is a fuel rail that feeds the engine. There is a schrader valve ...
1986.5 D21 VG30i AT 2dr PU Bucks on grade in heat	8/25/2008
Q: Symptoms: when pulling a grade and activating the Transmission Power feature the truck bucks or ... A: Cliff, Awesome video you have! I would be looking at temperature related things like the fuel ...
overdrive nissan frontier v6	8/25/2008
Q: i was driving over some hills when i decide to push the botton to turn off the over drive. It was ... A: Adrian, There should be no connection between the overdrive being on or off and a bad smell coming ...
1997 ,nissan pickup	8/24/2008
Q: i found you buy typing in 1997 nissan wont crank. i read a question that has similar ... A: Terry, rockauto.com for an online source is really cheap. Otherwise, the local parts store. Also, ...
1997 ,nissan pickup	8/24/2008
Q: i found you buy typing in 1997 nissan wont crank. i read a question that has similar ... A: Terry, If you take the cap, rotor, rotor post and distributor cover off you will see the optical ...
a/c belt	8/22/2008
Q: trying to put the belt on for the a/c is there an adjustment to loosen because the belt that the ... A: Albert, Lengths vary by manufacturer. If you have loosened the belt tensioner. That is the one ...
Xterra check engine light	8/22/2008
Q: I have an OBD II code scanner but I don't know the error codes for a check engine light on a 2000 ... A: ECU ERROR CODES Code Description P0000 No Self Diagnostic Failure Indicated P0011 Intake Valve ...
93 altima stalls at random and wont start back up	8/22/2008
Q: i have a 93 altima with around 220,000 miles on it and it likes to shut off at random moments after ... A: Donny, Check the ECM to make sure it is grounding properly for the injectors to work. If the fuel ...
1993 Hardbody KA24e hesitates after ~3000RPM	8/21/2008
Q: Just replaced timing chain guides, cogs, etc... After reassembling, would not start. Reassembled ... A: Mike, I would check the the static timing to make sure the chain is not off a tooth. That is what ...
temperature gauge	8/21/2008
Q: Temperature gauge wont work on my 1989 nissan sentra ANSWER: Ricky, It is either the gauge or the ... A: Ricky, I would verify that the sensor you replaced is the correct one. Now, if you reduce power to ...
temperature gauge	8/20/2008
Q: Temperature gauge wont work on my 1989 nissan sentra A: Ricky, It is either the gauge or the sensor. Most of the time the sensor is what has gone out. ...
1983 gas and heat gauge stopped working	8/20/2008
Q: i have a 1983 720 nissan z engine my gas and heat gauge work and then they don't for some reason.. ... A: Lee, I am sorry for not being more descriptive. Remove the instrument cluster by taking off the ...
2001 Nissan Sentra GXE charging	8/20/2008
Q: My brake and battery light came on at the same time. I checked the brakes and everything looked ... A: Tim, I would check the wiring to the alternator to make sure the power wire is not burnt in two and ...
poss. broken head gasket	8/20/2008
Q: I have an 02 Nissan altima w/109,000 miles. My car shakes and white smoke from tail pipe when start ... A: Diana, I am so sorry to tell you that I think you have a defective head gasket. You can have a ...
1994 Nissan Altima - Dropping rpms and dieing.	8/19/2008
Q: My '94 Altima seems to have an intermittent problem (or maybe more than one). It currently has ... A: Chris, The knock sensor is vital to engine management since it keeps the car from knocking the rods ...
gear shift	8/19/2008
Q: My 2002 Nissan setra GXE shift gear is sticking after I start the engine and when I try to put the ... A: Elvira, Either the brake pedal switch, the one that allows the shifter to move, is defective. Or, ...
fuel cut off switch	8/19/2008
Q: Where is the fuel cut off switch on a 2001 Nissan sentra. The car only has 49000 miles on it and I ... A: Katie, There is no fuel cut-off switch. But, there is a oil pressure sensor that lets the computer ...
Nissan Sentra SR20 DE	8/18/2008
Q: I have a vehicle as above in a 'B13' Sedan Model. For the past few days I've noticed that when I ... A: Gia, Sounds like the alternator's voltage regulator has died and is allowing too much voltage to ...
Vibrating 1997 Nissan Alt	8/18/2008
Q: I have the exactly problem with my car, vibrating at the stop light. Recently I did a complete tune ... A: Winsome, First, go to Autozone or Checker and have the codes read for free and email me back with ...
No cold AC from Front Vents	8/18/2008
Q: I have 01 Quest van that at times gets warm air from the front vents but the back vents blow ... A: Mark, Sounds like the climate control is screwing up. The computer is known to do strange things. ...
Seized Caliper On 2001 Nissan Sentra SE 2.0	8/18/2008
Q: I just noticed that my right rear caliper is seized(rotor is rusting from no brake pad contact) ... A: Tim, The Ford High Performance Brake Fluid has twice the boiling point of regular DOT 3 fluid so it ...
gas smell	8/17/2008
Q: I have a 2001 Frontier 2.4L 5spd reg. cab. 168,000 miles. I'm noticing a gasoline smell, I don't see ... A: Rich, I mean the fuel hoses. And, this includes those that are connected to the evaporative system ...
rear wheel bearing	8/17/2008
Q: I have a J plate import Serena 4wd.Will any rear wheel bearing fit or will I need to get a 4wd one ... A: Andrew, You will need one for your vehicle since is is all wheel drive. I do not know if you use ...
98 nissan sentra shift problem	8/17/2008
Q: I was in a wreck mess up front right tire got fix but now when I try to drive it wont engage the ... A: Barney, The shifter is probably stuck from the wreck. Get the car on a lift and check the linkage ...
Poor performance - High petrol consumption	8/17/2008
Q: My car is Aro 4*4 modified ; the specs are as follows : Weight : 1300 KG Engine : ... A: Nebras, A higher ratio differential would help but I would not bother with changing the gearbox ...
power window switch	8/16/2008
Q: First the driver's side window stopped working and then all other windows and the power locks. ... A: Andrea, If all the other windows work and the drivers is not then the window motor needs to be ...
Seized Caliper On 2001 Nissan Sentra SE 2.0	8/16/2008
Q: I just noticed that my right rear caliper is seized(rotor is rusting from no brake pad contact) ... A: Tim, You are right on target with your observation. It is not difficult to remove and replace. ...
Nissan Pickup exhaust manifold torque settings	8/15/2008
Q: Good evening Von- Thanks for your help on the oxygen sensor question a week or so back. Well, I got ... A: Eric, The fuel rail, on the engines intake manifold is where you check the fuel pressure. Most ...
Nissan Terrano	8/15/2008
Q: I have an intermittent fault,when starting vehicle occasionally it wont take throttle immediately ... A: John, This is probably a cold start condition? That is, it only does it when the vehicle is cold? ...
coolant temp sensor	8/14/2008
Q: i have a 91 nissan hardboy pickup recently my MIL light came on, so i checked the code and it turned ... A: Tyler, If yours is a one wire the temperature sensor is the ground. Check the engine ground and ...
slipping in and out of overdrive	8/14/2008
Q: I have an 88 Nissan Pulsar, with the ca18det engine. When on the highway, it seems to go in and out ... A: Nate, Remove the EGR and clean the passage and verify that the unit works off the vehicle. And, be ...
2003 Nissan Xterra P0328 AND P0442 Codes	8/14/2008
Q: ..I just used my ACTRON scan tool and my service engine soon light is on.The vehicle is a 2003 ... A: Chris, The knock sensor is located under the intake. That is, if yours is a V6. If not, it is ...
Engine sludge	8/13/2008
Q: What is the best thing to do if your car have engine sludge? A: Akira, Use a quart of engine flush. It is kind of like kerosene oil and dilutes your oil in the ...
99 Pathfinder shuts off while driving	8/13/2008
Q: Our 99 Pathfinder's (70,000 mi.) engine shuts off while driving. It eventually restarts, sometimes ... A: Dave, The cam position sensor and crank angle sensor should both be checked to see if they are ...
2002 Nissan Altima Temperature Problems	8/13/2008
Q: I own a 2002 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE with 99k miles. When I drive in hot weather more than 70 mph the ... A: Deborah, True to both problems you describe. But, if your waterpump was defective you would be ...
o2 sensor on 02 nissan frontier 4x4	8/12/2008
Q: I was wondering how many o2 sensors this model has, and how long a replaced sensor should last? I ... A: Valerie, If yours is a V6 there is one oxygen sensor per side and one behind the converter for a ...
Manual Transmission issue	8/12/2008
Q: I have a 2002 Nissan Frontier v6 4x4 with a manual transmission. When driving and with the clutch ... A: Drew, Either the throw out bearing is wearing out. That would cause noise at idle with the clutch ...
slipping in and out of overdrive	8/12/2008
Q: I have an 88 Nissan Pulsar, with the ca18det engine. When on the highway, it seems to go in and out ... A: Nate, Correct the EGR control module to make sure it is not leaking vacuum. A vacuum leak will ...
1996 nissan altima gxe	8/11/2008
Q: I recently purchased this altima for my daughter and 1). the temperature gauge doesnt work... where ... A: John, There are two temperature sensors on the engine. Both penetrate the block to get to water. ...
ignition fuse	8/11/2008
Q: Recently my fuel filter went out on my car.We went ahead and fixed that and now my ignition fuse ... A: Lani, The ignition fuse usually blows because of a dragging starter, battery terminals being ...
99 Pathfinder shuts off while driving	8/11/2008
Q: Our 99 Pathfinder's (70,000 mi.) engine shuts off while driving. It eventually restarts, sometimes ... A: Dave, Get a fuel pressure gauge and hook it up to the fuel rail. Now, route it under the hood and ...
my car wont turn over and i cant find my neutral safety switch	8/11/2008
Q: i have a 1997 Nissan maxima im trying to find my neutral safety switch. A: Aaron, The neutral safety switch should be under the shifter. If not, it is on the transmission ...
air conditioner keeps blowing fuse	8/10/2008
Q: help, i have a 1993 nissan sentra that keeps blowing the 10 amp fuse located on the dashboard. when ... A: Kim, Thanks for the additional information. What you say means that the fan that cools the ...
1986.5 D21 VG30i AT 2dr PU Bucks on grade in heat	8/9/2008
Q: Symptoms: when pulling a grade and activating the Transmission Power feature the truck bucks or ... A: Cliff, It could be the throttle position sensor or the map sensor that is causing the problem or ...
adjusting clutch pedal height	8/8/2008
Q: I own a 2006 350Z and the clutch pedal is annoyingly high, it is ruining the whole driving ... A: Michael, The clutch heigth is not the problem. The problem is with the engine grounding system. ...
Keyless entry	8/8/2008
Q: I was looking through your forum for a way to fix my keyless entry pad on my car when I found your ... A: Rob, If the other door works it should not be the body control module. I would suggest getting ...
knocking noise	8/8/2008
Q: We are sorry, but Calvin Iwashita wasn't able to answer yourI have a 1997 Nissan xe pickup with four ... A: James, Bleeding the air from the oiling system simply allows the tensioner for the chain to tighten ...
nissan altima dash creak/ instrument panel blackout/ burning odor	8/7/2008
Q: I drove my car last night and all around the same time my instrument panel lights went out (but ... A: Will, The dimmer for the instrument lights is probably blown. The shift light is probably the ...
knocking noise	8/7/2008
Q: We are sorry, but Calvin Iwashita wasn't able to answer yourI have a 1997 Nissan xe pickup with four ... A: James, It does sound as if the rod bearing on number 4 has spun. The only way to get the pan off ...
nissan tarrano2	8/6/2008
Q: After a short time driving I have dificulty getting into dear i suspect I may have an air block and ... A: Paul, Check the clutch fluid first. Add to full line. Have someone press the clutch, engine off, ...
95 Nissan Altima speedometer stops working	8/6/2008
Q: I bought this car about ten days and then suddenly while I was driving to work I noticed that the ... A: Abhijeet, Check the vehicle speed sensor. It is located on the transmission where the speedometer ...
Odometer not working	8/5/2008
Q: I have nissan altima 1998 model car. My speedometer is working well and odometer is not working. Can ... A: Boopathi, If the odometer is mechanical or electronic it really does not matter. The car is ten ...
'01 Maxima Service Engine Soon	8/5/2008
Q: I recently purchased a '01 Maxima (89K mi) and the SES light came on. I have had it cleared, and it ... A: James, I would replace both front oxygen sensors. These are the two before the back converter. I ...
1989 Pathfinder- transmission?	8/5/2008
Q: We have a 1989 Pathfinder. While driving it, we heard a zingg like a chain broke. Then we could no ... A: Jessica, If the engine runs and you heard a noise I would think the troque converter broke. You ...
Nissan Maxima (93)	8/5/2008
Q: Turn the swithch and it just clicks. Sparks a little from the positive battery terminal. It was ... A: Marty, Have the battery tested and charged. Clean the terminals and make sure they are tight when ...
transmission shudder	8/4/2008
Q: My 1999 altima transmission shudders when changing from 1st. gear to 2nd. gear. This shudder is ... A: Bob, I would get the car on a scanner for the transmission to see what the pressures are. If you ...
91 MAXIMA	8/4/2008
Q: i HAVE TWO BROKEN MAINFOLD STUDS ON THE BACK SIDE OF THE ENGINE . Is it necessary to drill out the ... A: Sean, It is easier to pull the head and do the work. Yes, they have to be drilled out and then new ...
97 infiniti	8/3/2008
Q: 97 infinite won't start, battery is ok ANSWER: Paul, I will need a little more information. Will ... A: Paul, Bridge the starter with a length of wire from the small terminal to the large terminal. If ...
Engine stalled and died after losing electric power	8/3/2008
Q: Have 1994 Nissan Maxima. No leaks and timing belt and all changed at 90K miles. Car now has 102K ... A: Kishore, Check the alternator. I would take the battery and get it charged. Then, reinstall the ...
98 Maxima	8/2/2008
Q: We are still trying to get this maxima to run. When it is between 1500-2000 rpms it will not start. ... A: Jan, If you have no spark you will need to backprobe the harness to see why you are not getting ...
warter pump	8/2/2008
Q: how do you change the water pump on 2.3 d nissan vanette cargo, also do you have to take the cambekt ... A: Simon, I would get a factory service manual or a Haynes manual for diagrams of how to do the job. ...
86 nisssan 300zx non turbo	8/2/2008
Q: It is difficult to shift into reverse. Gears grind, very noisy. What would cause this problem? A: Kevin, Reverse is a square cut gear that is not syncronized. If it grinds when it goes into revese ...
timing chain	8/1/2008
Q: My 2000 Nissan Maxima SE has 139000 miles on it. Today I heard a noise, which got louder with the ... A: Lacy, If it was running when you brought it into the shop and now will not run does that mean that ...
1991 Nissan Maxima	7/31/2008
Q: My car is a 91 Maxima and it well, runs like crap. When it idles and drives it has a terrible ... A: Blake, It is probably the fuel injectors. To replace them it is just a matter of disconnecting the ...
'93 Altima hesitates, stalls, and ultimately dies	7/31/2008
Q: About a year ago, I encountered the same problem with my car; it seems to be a pattern that happens ... A: Tim, If the problem is heat related I would first try to get the temperature down. That is, replace ...
1998 maxima code p1105	7/31/2008
Q: We are still getting codes on the 98 Maxima 5 spd.We got the right computer and put it back in and ... A: Jan, Make sure the pins are not bent on the connector to the ecm harness. Also, try a different ...
my car stalled and started to smoke	7/30/2008
Q: I was drivin an came to a stop sign an my car died an all dash lights came on.... i tried to start ... A: Desiree, There are several ways a headgasket can fail. One is for the gasket to blow between ...
1992 nissan transmission/5th gear	7/30/2008
Q: My 1992 nissan pickup xe will not go into 5th gear. The overdrive seems to work in other gears and ... A: Jared, Is this an automatic or stick? If an automatic the overdrive only comes on after it reaches ...
replacing alternator belt	7/30/2008
Q: I replaced the alternator and now need to replace the belt. The AC compressor needs to be loosened ... A: Jim, The compressor does not move. But, there is a idle tensioner that has to be loosened and then ...
Wrong ECM	7/29/2008
Q: I'd like to hear your opinion on the following situation: My mechanic put in the wrong used ECM in ... A: Howard, If he knew that it would not work then he would be wrong. But, many fit multiple years and ...
98 Maxima w/P0600 & P1605	7/29/2008
Q: Someone tried to change our manual over to A/T well when it wasn't successful we went back to 5 spd ... A: Jan, Both codes refer to computer link problems. The first is the link and the second is the ...
my car stalled and started to smoke	7/29/2008
Q: I was drivin an came to a stop sign an my car died an all dash lights came on.... i tried to start ... A: Desiree, I would assume it has overheated from the smoke and not wanting to start. You will need ...
Faulty overheat reading	7/28/2008
Q: My 1999 Frontier is giving a faulty "Hot" reading on the guage. I have replaced the sensor and the ... A: Jeff, First, make sure you have replaced the correct temperature sensor. Second, if you have ...
2000 nissan quest rough idle	7/28/2008
Q: A few months ago I cleaned the throttlebody, MAS, and poured a product called seafoam into one of ... A: John, Nothing you did here. But, the knock sensor needs to be replaced. Just the phase of the ...
Nissan Sentra 1994, racking noise from the engine	7/27/2008
Q: please i drive a 1994 sentra. The engine racks heavyly after a I speed above 100 mile per hour and ... A: Naab, The engine noise is probably caused by lack of oil at the crankshaft. When you drive that ...
1998 nissan sentra engine smoking	7/27/2008
Q: Von once again I need your help. In October 2007 I took the engine out of my 1998 Nissan sentra to ... A: Kingsley, If the smoke smells like oil the rings may be sticking. An engine flush might get the ...
nissan navara str 2002	7/27/2008
Q: I have a 3litre turbo diesel navara and it has recently begun idling fast at traffic lights at 1200 ... A: Damian, I thought it was the fuel pressure regulator on that one. On yours, you need to check the ...
crank no start	7/27/2008
Q: Hey, I have a 96 nissan sentra 1.6l. vehicle had battery light on, and i had the alt replaced. Then ... A: Brian, The positive side of the battery has fuse links and some fuses where it connects to the ...
Nissan Xterra	7/27/2008
Q: I have a 2000 Nissan X-terra that will start but it will not shift into gear. The engine seems to be ... A: Kelly, If the Xterra starts but cannot be shifted into gear would be the shift interlock switch. ...
nissan primera 1999 rear wheel	7/26/2008
Q: when i am driving my car you can hear a scouring noise coming from the back left wheel i have ... A: Paula, It sounds like the caliper is stuck. I would remove the wheel and caliper and have someone ...
91 Nissan Stanza	7/24/2008
Q: How do i repair the timing Belt on a 2.4 motor? I do i have to drop the motor ? What else do i do? A: Carlos, You do not have to drop the motor. Get a Haynes Manual and follow the instructions. I ...
Nissan pathfinder2007	7/23/2008
Q: Air/heat dash read out off.....yesteday I had my Pathfinder detailed and when I picked it up the ... A: Amy, If the instrument lights work and the air/heat do not and they are on the same circuit I would ...
1999 QX4	7/23/2008
Q: I have code P1605 A/T Diagnosis Communication Line and also i dont get a any power to the ... A: Rudy, The code means the computer cannot connect to the communications port. I would try a ...
knock sensor	7/23/2008
Q: I have a 1998,99 nissan maxima with a bad knock sensor.I was going to replace it my self,but I was ... A: James, It is a pain to take off the intake to get to it. And, yes, to get access it has to be ...
1996 manual transmission	7/22/2008
Q: Yesterday my girlfriends 1996 Maxima decided that it would only go into 3rd gear. This comes a few ... A: Taylor, My thought is that the transmission, run dry, has internal damage. You will end up ...
94 sentra electrical	7/22/2008
Q: We have a 94 Sentra that gave us problems for about a year before finally quitting. It wouldn't ... A: Lori, If the key cylinder is loose it needs to be replaced. There are carbon brushes in the switch ...
1998 Pathfinder Gas Mileage	7/22/2008
Q: My 1998 Pathfinder has 117000 miles on it. I just checked the gas mileage for mainly highway use and ... A: Dennis, Make sure the tires are at the proper pressure. A K&N or other performance airfilter would ...
1996 Nissan Maxima Stalls while driving	7/22/2008
Q: Three times now my 1996 Nissan Maxima stalled while I was driving. In all three cases it was when I ... A: Tim, First, check the mass airflow sensor. Other causes could be the idle air control valve and ...
1991 240 SX Brake light switch	7/21/2008
Q: Brake lights are staying on when car is on or off and pedal is in full up position. There are two ... A: Kevin, If the battery is drained then something is taking it down. I would make sure the battery ...
Nissan 300ZX turbo	7/21/2008
Q: This is a reply to an earlier question and respone. I changed my son's distributor and am now ... A: Richard, The ECU could go bad but that is rare. I would first look at the fuel pump relay and the ...
98 Nissan 200sx fuse...	7/21/2008
Q: My brake lights work fine. Any idea on why this happens. I have been pulled over cause i didn't ... A: AJ, From cheap to most expensive. Replace the dimmer for the instrument cluster first. If that ...
Replacing blower motor	7/21/2008
Q: I have a 96 Quest. I just replaced the elec. fan and the a/c worked fine. A few minutes later the ... A: Ron, The blower motor failed? If this is the case you have to get under the dash on the passenger ...
Trouble removing 2003 Nissan Sentra rotors	7/21/2008
Q: Von, I have removed the wheels and calipers of front end. I'm trying to remove the rotors for ... A: Jessica, You will need to get a puller for the rotors. On most nissans there are two small bolt ...
lockup converter stuck	7/20/2008
Q: I saw your answer to Dustin ( 3/26/08 ) and was wondering if you knew which plug or wire disengages ... A: Ed, The plug is on the drivers side of the engine compartment, on the transmission. This is the ...
transmission grinding	7/20/2008
Q: i have a 91 maxima and i'm hearing a grinding noise when the car is in park and neutral. It sounds ... A: Scott, It could be that the flexplate is coming apart and when it is unloaded it is scraping on the ...
Nissan Pathfinder 2002	7/20/2008
Q: driving along, car stalls, starts to smoke a heap ..and i mean a heap..of white smoke out the tail ... A: Rob, I would first get the oil level correct. Too much or too littel oil will destroy an engine. ...
nissan maxima 1996	7/19/2008
Q: my car did not start, It turn well, then I put in Nuetral and mumps gas and it get start, It ... A: Sal, Since yours is a 1996 it is OBDII compliant. Go to Autozone or Checker and get the codes read ...
1991 240 SX Brake light switch	7/19/2008
Q: Brake lights are staying on when car is on or off and pedal is in full up position. There are two ... A: Kevin, You found the problem. In short, a wrecking yard would be the cheapest route or get one ...
malfunction indicator come on steady	7/19/2008
Q: NISSAN ALMERA E 1497----2001,MILEAGE-38000 MALFUNCTION INDICATOR IS COME ON STEADY WHILE ENGINE ... A: Shaju, The traction control is messing up from what I have read up on in the manuals. I would not ...
Head gasket replacement	7/19/2008
Q: I have a 1991 240sx twin cam 16 valve eng. that needs head gasket replaced just trying to get a few ... A: Don, Have the head checked for cracks at a machine shop if it was run for a time with a blown ...
98 Nissan 200sx fuse...	7/19/2008
Q: My brake lights work fine. Any idea on why this happens. I have been pulled over cause i didn't ... A: AJ, The headlight switch is probably shorting out blowing the fuse. If you have not used the ...
Shifter problems in a 2000 Maxima	7/18/2008
Q: My maxima has problems shifting into gear. Depending on the time it shifts into drive or reverse ... A: David, My 2000 Maxima did the same thing and all I did was disassemble it and lubricate it and it ...
hi	7/18/2008
Q: please answer what u can wanna buy a car thats god on gas and small compact realy small but strong ... A: j, Try a Versa for $12,990 for the base model. With your Buick as a down you could be driving new ...
1992 Nissan Pickup dashboard issues	7/17/2008
Q: Two problems. The first is only the right half of the dash (speedometer, battery volts) lights up ... A: Steve, I would source another cluster from a wrecking yard to correct the gauge problem. The bulbs ...
Nissan D22 Engine	7/17/2008
Q: Could you tell me what the valve clearances are on this engine ? 2.5 NA diesel engine, 1999. A: Guy, From memory, I think you are looking at .015 on the exhaust and .014 on the exhaust. I would ...
Nissan Pathfinder '95 Automatic Starting issues	7/17/2008
Q: von, About two weeks ago after pumping gas and listening to the radio, I tried to start the car, ... A: Ryan, Sounds like the neutral safety switch is gone. I would first replace this. Second, do not ...
intake	7/16/2008
Q: how do you remove the intake manifold on '94 300 zx A: Dereck, I would get a Haynes Manual or a factory service manual for the diagrams. But, to remove ...
1995 nissan pickup 2.4 2wd	7/16/2008
Q: What position is the oil jet doze the dot go up are down.Your help would be greatly apreciated. A: Patrick, I will assume you are talking about the piston rod squirters? The points on the pistons ...
89 nissan D21 Z24 engine	7/16/2008
Q: Quick acceleration caused hard jerking but if driven slowly ran fine. However, engine eventually ... A: Joe, Check the fuel pressure to see if you have pressure when the key is on. If not replace the ...
1986 Nissan Truck electrical / starter problem	7/16/2008
Q: I had to replaced the starter on our 1986 nissan truck. It worked for a while, but the quit. The ... A: Sean, Could be the new starter has locked up. You can check this by using a short wire and jump ...
nissan terrano ii 2.7td 1998 clutch	7/15/2008
Q: clutch fluid is leaking on my terrano at the rear, ive located where the fluid is coming from but i ... A: Phil, The usual cause is the clutch slave cylinder. I would remove it and rebuild or replace it ...
280z	7/15/2008
Q: The vech will start and run for a few seconds, the amount of time can be extended if the you open ... A: roverjoe, Check the codes first. But, I think you either have a bad air meter, throttle position ...
1993 Nissan Sentra (rough idle, won't stay running)	7/15/2008
Q: Von, Thank you in advance for your time. I have a 1993 Nissan Sentra SE which I bought new... It ran ... A: Oscar, The firing order needs to be adjusted again. I would get a Haynes Manual and look at the ...
1993 Nissan Sentra	7/15/2008
Q: I am trying to replace the shift lock solenoid on my 1993 Nissan Sentra. How do I remove the pin ... A: Steve, Nissan protects the transmission from additional damage by locking it in second. That is ...
engine	7/14/2008
Q: my 02 nissan maxima died on me with 132k miles. drained oil and see a grey mud like substance in ... A: Robert, If there is grey mud like stuff in the oil it is probably water contamination. That would ...
Nissan primera rough idle and stalling when cold	7/14/2008
Q: I have a 1991 Nissan Primera 2L Manual transmission vehicle. All year round it rough idles (surges - ... A: Eamon, If the car is carbureted it is most probably the power valve. Email me back and let me know ...
ball joint replacement	7/14/2008
Q: How do you replace the lower ball joint on a 1998 nissan sentra for the driver and passenger side. ... A: Tony, Purchasing the entire lower control arm is more expensive. But, since you have not done it ...
ball joint replacement	7/14/2008
Q: How do you replace the lower ball joint on a 1998 nissan sentra for the driver and passenger side. A: Tony, The easy way is to purchase an entire lower control arm. That way, the bushing is replaced ...
00 Sentra Engine problem	7/14/2008
Q: so i took it to a shop to fix it they said that on of the rubber boot for the spark plug was bad so ... A: Thiri, The one rubber boot that was replaced was probably the part that goes into the head to ...
88 pathfinder no start	7/13/2008
Q: 1988 pathfinder v6 manual. A week ago it started to run very rough and died. I replaced the coil, ... A: Bill, My guess would be the distributor or the ignitor. But, first check the distributor since ...
Hesitation on a Nissan Sentra GXE 2002	7/13/2008
Q: My Nissan Sentra just started to hesitate. The morning I started my car everything was good. I went ... A: Sheena, You could have damaged a fuel line, like crushed it, I have done this and it caused fuel ...
Leak in 5 speed transmisson - Nissan Altima	7/13/2008
Q: I read your answer from a previous submitter. At about 70K, I had the same problem with a leaky ... A: Robin, A cheap alternative would be to remove the transmission yourself and have a shop press the ...
fitting primera quarter glass	7/12/2008
Q: Can you tell me how i go about replacing the o/s quarter glass on a 1997 nissan primera. I have a ... A: Paul, If this is the glass in the door, the door panel has to be removed and then the track to the ...
Infiniti G35 Coupe - Service Engine Soon, Slip, VDC Off appear	7/12/2008
Q: Probably You are my last chance to solve problem with my G35 Coupe. I am from Poland, and there is ... A: Przemyslaw, The vehicle is drive by wire. That is, the computer reads where your foot is on the ...
2004 Frontier A/C problem	7/12/2008
Q: My 2004 Frontier A/C works fine for a while, sometimes for long periods and other times just for a ... A: Eddie, Yes, it coul de the TCA. But, you need to check the pressure cycling switch first. This ...
95 nissan quest alternator elect. connection	7/12/2008
Q: I only have one thing left to do to complete the repair on my alternator and that is to screw in ... A: Brian, Check out the link at http://www.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/99387_89_leb_1.jpg ...
1993 Nissan Sentra	7/12/2008
Q: I am trying to replace the shift lock solenoid on my 1993 Nissan Sentra. How do I remove the pin ... A: Steve, If you are referring to the pin connector there is a clip that slides sideways that comes ...
car problem	7/11/2008
Q: I have a Nissan Bluebird 1991 I have just replaced a faulty raditor hose but now have a leak out of ... A: cJohn, You will need to discover the location of the leak at the engine. If it were my bet the ...
speedometer	7/11/2008
Q: Have 2001 Nissan Frontier. Speedometer suddenly stop working and the engine light went on. Is this ... A: Bob, The speedometer is a sensor on the transmission and is the light the check engine light? If ...
1997 Nissan Maxima	7/11/2008
Q: I have had multiple codes at different times. 1st, had a crankshaft position sensor and knock sensor ... A: Steve, My bet would be the coils at this point. But, these are quite expensive so I would not say ...
Speakers and Radio	7/11/2008
Q: Is there any way that this could be fixed without buying new ones? and I have the factory radio and ... A: Jason, First you need to see if the speakers are blown or if the radio has a bad channel or two. ...
84 maxima door locks	7/10/2008
Q: the rear power door locks are jammed and will not unlock when I press the release.there is no ... A: Greg, If you unlock the doors from the inside and they do not unlock and open means that the ...
1990 nissan 300z non turbo won't rev	7/10/2008
Q: it starts ok, lopes when it's idling. not bad but a little but won't rev past 2000 rpm. fuel filter ... A: Brandon, If there is no code then it is a matter of tuning the engine with the replacement of ...
86 nissan d21	7/10/2008
Q: when i speed up quickly the truck jerks BAD. I checked the computer it blinks red twick one green. ... A: Rob, The following are the codes for your vehicle. The flash, flash is probably going to be the ...
Heat/AC Fan	7/10/2008
Q: I have a 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5S. The AC/Heater Fan has four speeds. All four were working fine; ... A: Joe, There is a blower motor resistor that is blown out. That is why the first three speeds will ...
82 280ZX Turbo misses?	7/9/2008
Q: Stock 82 280zx turbo has developed intermittent miss. Cuts out about 2500 rpm in first gear, pulls ... A: Dghale, First, the distributor is probably contaminated with oil and needs to be replaced. Second, ...
Speedometer flickers and car doesn't accelarate	7/9/2008
Q: I have a Nissan Altima 2001 70K miles. The car's speedometer cluster goes dead sometime and when the ... A: Amar, Either the speedometer sensor that was replaced is defective or the speedometer cluster is ...
OBDII code reset	7/9/2008
Q: I have replaced the knock sensor and O2 sensor based on my OBDII reader, I then cleared the codes ... A: Sam, You have to drive the car for a couple of days for the car to read that it has not been rest ...
passenger side view mirror 2007 nissan sentra