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#506 of 684 Need Advice on Nissan Altima 2004 Engine Failure by vehicle5

Dec 15, 2009 (11:41 am)

Complained since 2006 about engine noise while under warranty and under 80K. Service dept. of dealership never addressed it satisfactorily. Was not 100% on time with oil changes but come to learn now that this was a known problem by Nissan. Now car has 120K+ miles and Dealership is trying to say I am completely responsible for problem due to late oil changes and only NOW suggests replacing engine to tune of $4,800!!! What can I do now to engage them in doing the right thing or simply losing a customer for life?

#507 of 684 Re: Need Advice on Nissan Altima 2004 Engine Failure [vehicle5] by gooddeal2

Dec 15, 2009 (12:03 pm)

Replying to: vehicle5 (Dec 15, 2009 11:41 am)
Complained since 2006 about engine noise while under warranty and under 80K.
 
...unless you bought the extended warranty, I think the warranty only covers the first 60k miles for the engine.

#508 of 684 Re: Need Advice on Nissan Altima 2004 Engine Failure [gooddeal2] by vehicle5

Dec 15, 2009 (4:03 pm)

Replying to: gooddeal2 (Dec 15, 2009 12:03 pm)
Actually, we DID take the extended warranty! I'm getting a copy of our complete service record and will take it (along with the recall/known issues info) to the owner of this and other Nissan dealerships and see what he'll do. Just want to trade it in at this point and NOT for another Nissan!

#509 of 684 Need advice on 2009 altima engine failure by mjh3116

Jan 08, 2010 (3:40 pm)

Nissan is replacing the engine in my 09 Altima 2.5 SL free of charge. It was bought in 11/09and has 2500 miles. I would like to know if the value of my vehicle is going to be negatively impacted even though the engine is going to be new. The reason the engine is being replaced was because of a oil pressure issue during a cold winter morn. As happy as I can be getting a new engine I am not happy this has happened to my 2 month old car thinking they should give me a new car if the value of it is not what it should be with the original engine.

#510 of 684 Stalling while starting by ndiboy

Jan 12, 2010 (4:06 am)

I just noticed that my 02 altima stalls when started but picks up later. What might the problem be? Is it the nozzles, injeector or what. It drives well once it gets over it whih takes few seconds.
Thanks.
Onuchukwu Chuma.

#511 of 684 Re: Stalling while starting [ndiboy] by electricdesign

Jan 13, 2010 (6:25 pm)

Replying to: ndiboy (Jan 12, 2010 4:06 am)
Watch the exhaust when you start the car.Does the exhaust emit smoke, and if so what color, black or white?
To verify, the engine runs rough and stalls when you start the engine, How long does it take to run smooth again, 30 to 45 seconds? Taka a quick Smell near the exhaust to see if there is any smell of anti-freeze, then breath fresh air to clear your lungs.
Once the engine is warmed up, and you restart it, Does it start and run smooth?
If it makes white smoke and the engine runs rough for about 30 to 45 seconds on a cold start, check to see if antifreeze is leaking into one of your cylinders. If so, it could be a leaking head gasket. See previous posts about this.
E.D. in Sunny Florida

#512 of 684 04 Nissan-No acceleration,have to press pedal hard by danny44

Jan 17, 2010 (10:41 am)

Hi,
I have an 04 Nissan and am having a problem with no acceleration or rather decreased acceleration. I step on the gas pedal and then it seems as if the engine is groaning and I have to press the gas pedal hard. Even after pressing the gas pedal,the engine struggles to accelerate and it appears as though it is towing a heavy load. I checked the revs and they are revving to a maximum of 3500 only and I can reach speeds of 55-60mph but it appears obvious that the engine is straining hard.
I hope it is not the cat converter ?? Also,I do not have any CEL/SES light or any other codes.. I checked the tire pressure in all 4 tires. Please advise.
 
Thanks - you folks were very helpful when I had asked a question about Slip and TCS off lights that I had about 3 months ago and your diagnosis was pretty much on the ball - a camshaft sensor problem.
Hope I dont have any more problems with my Nissan ! And hoping that this problem is not serious !

#513 of 684 Re: 04 Nissan-No acceleration,have to press pedal hard [danny44] by electricdesign

Jan 21, 2010 (8:30 pm)

Replying to: danny44 (Jan 17, 2010 10:41 am)
You did not give the miles on your car, or state which engine you have. I would assume you have high milage and a 2.5L 4 cylinder engine. You could have a serious problem with the cat clogging up. Go to the back of the car with the engine running and feel if the exhaust gas is coming out of the tailpipes freely. Have someone rev the engine while you do this, and you should feel plenty of exhaust gas come out the tail pipe. If not the cat is plugged. Go read Messeges #75, #76 & #77 in this forum for the answer for how to fix it. If this applies to your situation, it is imperative that this situation be corrected immediately. If this situation is not corrected quickly, the cat with throw material back up into the engine and damage or destroy the engine. So check it right away! This same problem happened to my daughters altima, and I caught in time and saved the engine from heavy damage.
Good luck,
E.D. in Sunny Florida

#514 of 684 Re: Need advice on 2009 altima engine failure [mjh3116] by smitrr

Jan 25, 2010 (4:57 pm)

Replying to: mjh3116 (Jan 08, 2010 3:40 pm)
I'm curious if there were any signs leading to this problem. I have an 09 2.5 Altima
with the same miles on it and the engine is alot louder in cold weather until it warms up. In response to #509.

#515 of 684 Re: Stalling while starting [electricdesign] by ndiboy

Jan 27, 2010 (6:33 am)

Replying to: electricdesign (Jan 13, 2010 6:25 pm)
Thanks, when I start the engine it stalls for about 5seconds, then picks up and fires very well subsequently.After the initial starting in the morning, it takes about 2-3secs to pick up well. Sometimes it doesnt stall at all.There is no smell and once I engage the gear it runs smoothly with no hindrance.Its just the initial noise before it picks up that is the problem.
The mechanic brought out the fuel pump which was filled with dirt and we cleaned it up.Now it still stalls but a bit better. He said I need to change the Nozzle can it be the problem? Is it adviceable to use fuel injector cleaner and pour it into the tank? The milage is 91,000miles and no problems so far.I bought it as second hand in nigeria 2years ago at 73,000 miles.
Thanks, I am grateful, Chuma.

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