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| It happens. Usually related to a poor engine ground strap. All the current used to power accessories such as headlights, rear defroster, heater, etc, etc, has to find it's way back to the alternator ground or battery negative terminal somehow. Usually through the body sheet metal to the engine via a ground wire, then from the engine block back through the negative battery cable to the battery. If the body/engine ground's loose, corroded, or missing, current will take any path it can find. Such as through the trans shift linkage or cable, through the trans case, engine block, then to the alternator or battery. It's a common cause of shifter cables and clutch cables seizing. The tech looked you straight in the eye because he's probably experienced the same thing numerous times. Also, welding on the car can cause similar problems if a ground's loose. | |
| When I let off the gas on my 2001 GLE, rather than a smooth response, it feels abrupt. When I accelerate again, it is a noticeable surge, almost a clunk-like feel. Same when using the cruise control. It surges noticeably back and forth even on level terrain. Dealer says this is normal. I'm not convinced. any similar experiences? | |
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Thanks alcan, If this were happening, would there be any other indications such as low battery charge, light output, or battery damage? If that much current is flowing through the trans, wouldnt my elec components start to act up? |
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| I owned a 1990 Max. SE. It was a real good car except for the fact that the window regulators failed way too often. The part that failed each time made it so the power windows wouldn't go up or down. It cost $200+ to fix each window everytime this occurred. I am now thinking of buying a '94 SE. Does anyone know if this window problem has been fixed? Also, are there any other issues I should be aware of before I purchase? Thanks in advance. | |
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The window regulators have been redesigned, and I haven't heard of any of the newer style failing. The regulator, itself, sells for $55 - $60. Other problems: The 92 - 94 SE's have a different engine than the GXE's. They are DOHC with variable valve timing (VTC) The VTC's tend to go bad, and this makes the engine noisy (and loose some low end power). Reparing them costs well over $1000, and it may have to be done again. Another common problem is broken exhaust manifold studs. This is another high labor cost repair, but at least the newer studs are stronger. BTW, there were TSB's issued for both of these problems. |
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Hello, I am new to posting on this board, but I have been lurking for months. I have an 88 Maxima GL that I was hoping my 17 year old could drive through high school. One of the rear struts has locked up. It has the electronic adjustable struts. The dealer wants $196.00 for one replacement cartridge and suggests doing both sides ($800 parts & labor for two wheels). I would like to replace it with the non-electronic non-adjustable cartridge for $27.00 but it won't fit. Has anyone found a cheaper fix for this system that is safe? So far the only place I can find the electronic replacement part is the dealer. I have the strut out and disassembled. Jr. would like a quick response because he really hates riding the big yellow bus. Thanks for any suggestions. John |
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KYB makes rear struts to replace the electronic ones (without electronic control) for $36.95 (nopi # 492+0470) at Nopi (www.nopi.com). Note: I have no connection with NOPI, or KYB, but have used both. |
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| Thanks to Brucer2 and NOPI. The replacement struts for my electronic struts were bought at my local NOPI in Forest Park, GA. They saved me over $300 from the dealer. They are installed on my 88 Maxima and work great. | |
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Purchased a ax used with 20,000 miles, about 3 moths ago. The interior noise appears a little excessive when getting above 25 miles/r. I noticed that the upper molding on the front windshield is not sealed tight against the glass, and thought that was contributing to the problem. The dealer attempted to glue it down(no charge), but with winter (in Ontario,Canada), that didn't last long. They had said bring it back if it didn't help, so I plan to do that shortly. Just wonder if any others have had this issue. I thought I read somewhere it(wind) was problem on earlier models; but I thought it had been eliminated on 4th generation models. any input is appreciated.. thanks |
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| I have a '97 Maxima. I hear a whine or something sorta like what a radio controlled airplane sounds like. It's rather faint when I do hear it, but incredibly annoying, especially since can't determine where it's coming from. It's rather evasive. I've thought that it could be the wind or the sound of the wind coming through the vents or something but I am totally baffled. I hear it when I get up to about 60 or so. There also seems to be a correlation with temperature; I believe I hear it mostly when it's cold. (I'm in Alabama so twenties and thirties are frigid.) Somebody help me! | |
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