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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [electricdesign]
by pat HOST
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Feb 01, 2008 (4:54 am)
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Replying to: electricdesign (Jan 31, 2008 7:12 pm)
Thank you so much! You are right, many will read these messages now and in the future and you are being incredibly helpful. It is much appreciated! 
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [pat]
by mpd2434
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Feb 01, 2008 (4:54 pm)
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Replying to: pat (Feb 01, 2008 4:54 am)
I just ran into the same problem. My SES light came on. I took it to Nissan and they replaced the converter. A week later it came on again and now there replacing the engine. With a used one no less.The engine was running rough and burning oil. Is this something I should worry about down the road now? My warranty expires in 1 month. I have to keep the Cats. on my car here in NJ. Should I just sell it after they install the engine, Please help.
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [mpd2434]
by jd10013
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Feb 01, 2008 (7:01 pm)
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Replying to: mpd2434 (Feb 01, 2008 4:54 pm)
I wouldn't worry about the engine being used. an engine doesn't typically wear out, the parts inside it do. but when they say used, they mean reconditioned, rebuilt. But in a used engine block.
If I were you, I wouldn't worry about it. Though the problem does exist, its not affecting anywhere near a majority of altima's. The chances of lightning striking twice would seem pretty rare to me. but, if your not comfortable with it, I'd sell now rather than waiting.
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Re: 2008 Nissan Altima [kannadiga]
by powerfulbag
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Feb 02, 2008 (11:48 am)
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Replying to: kannadiga (Jan 11, 2008 8:46 am)
You shuld look other cars, I have a 2008 Nissan Altima SE with only 884 miles that broke down. I bought the car in December and in 44 days later the steering wheel locked. The service manager of the dealer said that a piece of a plastic bag got into the engine and wrapped around the water pump pulley and causes the tensioner to break. The dealer said that since the pieces are not defective this is no covered by the warranty. I do not understand how a piece of a plastic bag got into the engine and break down the car and I can not believe that the dealer said Nissan is not responsible for anything.
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Re: 2008 Nissan Altima [powerfulbag]
by jd10013
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Feb 02, 2008 (6:11 pm)
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Replying to: powerfulbag (Feb 02, 2008 11:48 am)
you probably ran over the plastic bag. It's a freak accident that can (though rare) occur. I had to replace a CV joint on a car because of something similar happening.
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [southerncomf]
by pure_hp
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Feb 11, 2008 (8:20 pm)
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Replying to: southerncomf (Jan 31, 2008 6:08 am)
I'm thinking of buying an '08 2.5 S but from what I'm reading with these engine and electrical issues, maybe I should reconsider. We buy cars for several different reasons but we all would want one that is reliable. What is everyone's take on the overall reliability (engine/electrical or otherwise) on the Altima 2.5 S?
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [pure_hp]
by ken75
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Feb 12, 2008 (6:51 am)
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Replying to: pure_hp (Feb 11, 2008 8:20 pm)
My wife and I just purchased a 2008 2.5 LS back in November and I have just put on 1K miles. Not a lot but we are retired and taking it easy. I really enjoy driving the car and having all the amenities of that model available. Most (70%) of my driving is around town and I am averaging about 23.9 mpg. On the highway I fully expect to see 30+ but we have not taken any extended trips yet and that number may be wishful thinking.
I also am somewhat anxious about some of the posts written here but of the millions of Nissans on the road, I think it is worth the gamble to buy the vehicle. We are reading about such a small cross section of Nissan owners that the number may well be well under .01%. The car drives great, fuel economy promises to be very good, the seven year warranty we purchased should pick up most of the problems, and you will look good in the car. Check out all the threads involving the Altima and then go look at them at the dealers with any questions you have. Also check out the reviews on the 2008 Altima just to the right on this page. Lots of info there.
Hope this helps and good luck in whatever you purchase.
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [pure_hp]
by jd10013
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Feb 12, 2008 (2:15 pm)
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Replying to: pure_hp (Feb 11, 2008 8:20 pm)
the altima was redesigned in 2007. the problems your reading about here mostly involve the 2002 model year, though people have had problems with models through 2006. I haven't heard of any problems with the new redesigned altima.
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [ken75]
by pure_hp
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Feb 12, 2008 (5:14 pm)
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Replying to: ken75 (Feb 12, 2008 6:51 am)
Thank you for your information, much appreciated. I took the S out on a test drive, very nice. Smooth acceleration, the seats hold you in turns and the new fuel economy estimates combined with a 20 gallon gas tank can give you plenty of miles in between fill ups. I'll know by the end of the week what car to buy.
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Re: 2002 Alitima (electricdesign) [jd10013]
by pure_hp
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Feb 12, 2008 (5:15 pm)
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Replying to: jd10013 (Feb 12, 2008 2:15 pm)
Thanks jd!!! Glad to hear that it's not on the '07 and up models. That's a relief.....if I'm able to get the deal that I may be getting, looks like I'll be in an '08 Altima! Right now all in the numbers. Thank you all again for your input!!!!!!
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