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#1 of 191 Nissan Xterra: Problems & Solutions by tidester HOST Aug 09, 2006 (9:06 pm)
Got problems? Got solutions? Discuss them here! Replies to this message: paulaqpie (Dec 03, 2006 4:19 pm) pbenson (Feb 02, 2008 2:10 pm) wpbxterra (Sep 24, 2007 3:11 pm) tidester (Sep 24, 2007 8:47 pm) wpbxterra (Sep 25, 2007 9:45 am) and 2 more... ridingdirty (Apr 28, 2008 12:20 pm)
#2 of 191 Emissions test failure by elduderino Aug 31, 2006 (7:56 am)
2001 Xterra SE 4x4, manual trans, 79,000 miles. I recently failed a California emissions test, about a month after a cracked right exhaust manifold was replaced (probably was cracked after an accident about 1-1/2 years ago). The level of Carbon Monoxide was 10 times the highest level accepted by the California EPA. The tester guy noted that my car computer was reading that the engine was running lean. I had the test done in California last year (also after the accident) for my prior out-of-state registration, and passed without a problem.   My estimate (which also includes a new O2 sensor and replacing the caps, rotors and plugs) includes SRT resetting, for $333 parts & labor. I don't think I completely understand this, but as the wrench described to me, there are 5 settings in the onboard computer that indicate the function of the various smog-related parts of the engine, and at least 3 need to be set properly or the car automatically fails regardless of the quality of the exhaust output; these switches turn off (from what I don't know) and are apparently there to prevent manipulation of the computer.   So to make a long question short, what are these SRT settings? Why do they switch off? Is this something I can fix myself?
#4 of 191 Front bumper fading problems! by harlanhallberg Sep 29, 2006 (9:11 pm)
2001 Nissan Xterra front bumper has faded to 3 differnet color has this happened to anybody else if so what can I do? Thanks, Harlan Hallberg Replies to this message: xcanuk (Nov 05, 2006 4:25 pm) niptrong (Dec 13, 2006 3:32 am)
#5 of 191 Disappointed xterra owner by naturegirl1 Oct 31, 2006 (9:07 am)
I just bought a '03 xterra about a week ago and I am really disappointed.The interior is so cheap.I went with this vehicle because I was willing to give up luxury for durability....Big mistake. All the plastic and vinyl inside has only a thin layer of color on the surface.You can rub the black color off of the steering wheel with your finger nail!!!Same with the arm rests on the door! WTF!!! I am finding that the seats are so flimsy,any bumpy freeway stretch makes the passenger seat vibrate and rattle just enough to make me crazy.(it only does it when it is empty) I am wishing I had bought an Envoy instead!!! Anybody else have similar complaints?? Why do people say these xterras are so great? I don't get it. Ready to cut my losses. Replies to this message: tinycadon (Nov 07, 2006 2:49 pm) tinycadon (Nov 07, 2006 8:34 pm) barefootboy1 (Aug 12, 2007 7:26 am)
#6 of 191 Re: Front bumper fading problems! [harlanhallberg] by xcanuk Nov 05, 2006 (4:25 pm)
Replying to: harlanhallberg (Sep 29, 2006 9:11 pm) Maybe late in the game, but yes, the plastic has been known to fade, most owners end up painting the plastic parts to freshen the look. Otherwise, black to black seems to even out the fade. As far as the durability and finish of the X, been in mine for 6 years (almost 7) and its bulletproof... even the interior has held up quite well considering the amount of junk, construction materials and 2 dogs. There was some issue with the seat rattle you mention, but at this time I can't remember what the fix was.
#7 of 191 Re: Disappointed xterra owner [naturegirl1] by tinycadon Nov 07, 2006 (2:49 pm)
Replying to: naturegirl1 (Oct 31, 2006 9:07 am) I had the same exact problem with the seat rattle, I took it in today and had it taken care of. There is a tsb on it so it will be taken care of for free by nissan (if your vehicle is part of the tsb)? I'll try to explain as best I can, which won't be very technical. Apparently there is some metal rod in the seat that is covered by some piece of plastic near the seat beltbuckle, this is what is causing the noise. They took off the seat and put a screw into the rod. No more rattle. That's about as good as I can tell ya.
#8 of 191 Re: Disappointed xterra owner [naturegirl1] by tinycadon Nov 07, 2006 (8:34 pm)
Replying to: naturegirl1 (Oct 31, 2006 9:07 am) Xterra TSB   http://www.nissanhelp.com/Ownership/Bulletins/Nissan/2005/NTB05-092.htm
#9 of 191 Squeaky suspensio by paulaqpie Dec 03, 2006 (4:19 pm)
Replying to: tidester (Aug 09, 2006 9:06 pm) My 2006Xterra has a horrible high pitch squeak whenever it goes over a bump. We had the front end suspension all oil and lubed, but it is still making noise. Has anyone else experienced this? Replies to this message: pbenson (Feb 02, 2008 2:10 pm)
#10 of 191 Re: Front bumper fading problems! [harlanhallberg] by niptrong Dec 13, 2006 (3:32 am)
Replying to: harlanhallberg (Sep 29, 2006 9:11 pm) There is an auction running on ebay for a can of paint to re-color the bumpers and plastics. I know some one who used the product at a local Nissan dealership and they loved it.

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