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#2283 of 2485 Re: 06 Altima Tire Feathering [jft26] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jul 22, 2008 (10:38 am)
Replying to: jft26 (Jul 22, 2008 9:56 am) Once the tire is feathered, it's toast. There is no saving it. It will be serviceable to a point but it will make noise. The tire got feathered because it was dragged sideways (that's an exaggeration but the general idea). Basically your dealer was wasting his time and yours, that's true. If you can actually easily see the feathering, the tire should be discarded and the problem corrected before installing new tires. Also you can't do a good alignment with feathered tires in the first place.   So the way to go is a) install new tires b) inspect for bushing wear c) align the car.
#2284 of 2485 Nissan altima 05 cruising control not working by mtl2 Jul 22, 2008 (3:55 pm)
Hi , i would like to know if there's a fuse for the cruise control since the set light blink and the manual say that if the set light blinks it mean a malfunction and the car has to be brought to a nissan dealer so i would like to know if there's or not since the dealer asked me 80$ just to check.   thanks Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jul 22, 2008 5:34 pm) mtl2 (Jul 22, 2008 5:43 pm)
#2285 of 2485 Re: Nissan altima 05 cruising control not working [mtl2] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jul 22, 2008 (5:34 pm)
Replying to: mtl2 (Jul 22, 2008 3:55 pm) The dealer has to read the trouble code to isolate the problem. It could be the switch, servo, relay, speed sensor, etc.---all are part of the cruise control system.   I doubt if it's a fuse as this diagram doesn't even show one:   http://aycu03.webshots.com/image/20802/2004006796363378696_rs.jpg   So it must be part of another fused circuit. No harm checking all the fuses though.   Ask the dealer to apply the diagnostic charge to the total cost of repair. They might do that. Replies to this message: mtl2 (Jul 22, 2008 5:43 pm)
#2286 of 2485 Re: Nissan altima 05 cruising control not working [Mr_Shiftright] by mtl2 Jul 22, 2008 (5:43 pm)
Replying to: Mr_Shiftright (Jul 22, 2008 5:34 pm) ok thanks , it's because i want to see how much is the cost for the reparations and only the estimation price is 80$ which i find huge so that's why i wanted to if my local garage can find the problem by being it a fuse or something minors.
#2287 of 2485 Belt pulley by ndiboy Jul 25, 2008 (9:58 am)
I have 2002 2.5l model and noticed that the fan does not work all the time rather it comes on and goes off.Is this normal? The fan belt pulley seems to be wobbling, what do i do?
#2288 of 2485 What maintenance is really necessary at 15,000 miles? by mwiesen1 Jul 31, 2008 (10:08 am)
I have a 2007 Altima. I just has my oil service at 14,500 miles. My tires were rotated the oil service previous. The service department tried to sell me on a 15,000 mile maintenance package at the tune of $475. How much of this recommended service is truly needed? I want to keep my Altima in good condition and will budget for extra service in the next 3,000 miles. I don't want to pay for unnecessary service. I understand the service department works on commission. I just want to be smart and not taken advantage of. To the folks in the know, please let me know what I really, truly need to do to keep my car in good order. Write back. Thanks Replies to this message: busiris (Jul 31, 2008 11:53 am) rugmankc (Jul 31, 2008 5:40 pm) busiris (Aug 01, 2008 11:31 am) skinsfan3 (Aug 02, 2008 5:02 am) rugmankc (Aug 02, 2008 4:55 pm)
#2289 of 2485 Re: What maintenance is really necessary at 15,000 miles? [mwiesen1] by busiris Jul 31, 2008 (11:53 am)
Replying to: mwiesen1 (Jul 31, 2008 10:08 am) The answer in 5 words or less...They're attempting to "hose" you.   Compare what they wish to do with the suggested services in the owner's manual.
#2290 of 2485 Re: What maintenance is really necessary at 15,000 miles? [mwiesen1] by rugmankc Jul 31, 2008 (5:40 pm)
Replying to: mwiesen1 (Jul 31, 2008 10:08 am) At 15K you don't need much of anything. I made a maintenance list based on the Owner's Manual and a lifetime of common sense. I also use a reputable private mechanic (get one), I use synthetic oil and change it every 3 to 4k, rotate tires every 7k, and replace tranny fluid every 25k. Other fluids, filters, and tune-ups per manual, unless the intervals seem too long. I have my mechanic do a complete safety check every oil change. Belts, hose, brakes, suspension, etc. These intervals can vary with different people, but they have worked great for me on all three vehicles, including my 94 Altima with 143,000 miles, and all are running great with only routine maintenance to date. Routine maintenance to me at 143k includes things like a starter, timing chain, etc. Vehicles need no oil added between changes and start every time. My daughter-in-law is now looking for a local private mechanic. She finally got tired of paying 2 to 3 times a private mechanics rate for the same work at her dealer.   Good Luck,   Ken Replies to this message: busiris (Aug 01, 2008 11:31 am) skinsfan3 (Aug 02, 2008 5:02 am) rugmankc (Aug 02, 2008 4:55 pm)
#2291 of 2485 Re: What maintenance is really necessary at 15,000 miles? [rugmankc] by busiris Aug 01, 2008 (11:31 am)
Replying to: rugmankc (Jul 31, 2008 5:40 pm) Actually, unless you drive in really harsh environments or do a LOT os stop and go short trips, true synthetic oil is good for a minimum of 5000 miles between changes, and 7500 if your driving is primarily in trips of 25+ miles.
#2292 of 2485 by rugmankc Aug 01, 2008 (6:41 pm)
Good point,   I just like the shorter intervals. Gives me a sense of more security on engine life. I have a 2002 Lexus RX300 that I started on synthetic when first bought. At 109K the oil is still a very light yellow after 4k. I feel this car will go 300K, with continued good maintenance.   Ken Replies to this message: tarnmaster (Aug 03, 2008 12:04 pm)

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