Tips and Advice about Nissan
-
Sticky Villager
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ--I have a Nissan Quest, which is essentially the same vehicle as the Mercury Villager, and have had trouble with the throttle sticking. It seems worse in colder weather. What seems to happen is that the throttle...
-
1995 Nissan: Failing Towing
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ--Last year I used my ’95 Nissan 4x2 pickup to tow and launch the sailboat. Backing down the launching ramp, the rear end became thoroughly immersed in the water. The only problem, which has persisted, is the...
-
1997 Nissan: Rolling Speed Trap
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ--I have a 1997 Nissan pickup, which came with P215/70R14 tires. The owner’s manual specifies P195/75R14 tires on trucks with alloy wheels (like mine) and P195/75R14 tires with steel wheels. Can I use either 195...
-
Nissan Xterra: Plugging Away
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ-- I recently went to the Nissan dealer to have the oil and filter changed on my Xterra. The customer service rep said I was overdue on 15,000 mile service. I asked what services were included. She mentioned a few...
-
Nissan Maxima: One Expensive Bulb
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ--Since when is changing a headlight bulb a major job? The dealer claims the front bumper has to be taken off of my Nissan Maxima to replace the headlight (bulb) at a cost of $250. I have checked with local...
-
2000 Nissan Pathfinder: Totally Out of it
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ--I am looking into purchasing a 2000 Nissan Pathfinder with 11,000 miles. The catch is that it has been totaled. What are some things to consider when purchasing a totaled car? A--If putting a totaled car back...
-
1999 Nissan Altima: Wormy Service
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ--I have a 1999 Nissan Altima and at 15,000 miles I had the fuel filter changed at the dealer and they replaced the smooth fuel injection clamps with new clamps of the worm drive style. I confronted them at that...
-
1996 Nissan Maxima: Losing Pounds
By
Trevor Wild, AuthorQ-- I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima with aluminum alloy wheels. Due to the last two winters, the corrosion on the inside of three of the wheels is so bad that I'm losing 10-12 lb of air per week. (The fourth wheel...
More From High Gear Media
Use the form below to send us a tip, give us feedback, or just say hello.
