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#138 of 191 Re: Oil filters [Boris2] by asa Oct 29, 2008 (3:09 pm)
Replying to: Boris2 (Oct 29, 2008 7:04 am) I guess everyone has an opinion on oil filters. Mine is that I stick with the OEM filters. I paid $21,300 for my Frontier (same powertrain as Xterra) and although I'm a very frugal guy, paying perhaps $3 more for a Nissan filter is worth it in my mind.   You need to be certain that the filters you use have an anti-drainback valve like the OEM filters do. This keeps the engine oil in the line close to the valvetrain when the engine is shut off. This reduces wear upon startup. Without the valve, the engine oil drains back into the crankcase.   A lot of guys recommend the Mobil 1 filter as being excellent, but I have no experience with them. Good luck with your choice. Replies to this message: steve_ (Oct 29, 2008 3:42 pm) Boris2 (Oct 30, 2008 6:54 am) asa (Nov 03, 2008 3:57 pm)
#139 of 191 Re: Oil filters [asa] by steve_ HOST Oct 29, 2008 (3:42 pm)
Replying to: asa (Oct 29, 2008 3:09 pm) I must be more frugal; I get Frams or NAPA or whatever is on sale for my ten year old Nissan van (~129,000 miles). I suppose I could have OEM ones delivered but otherwise it's an 8 mile drive to the dealer vs a couple of mile to NAPA or Wally World.   There's some filter talk over in the Engine Oil - A slippery subject Part 2 discussion too.
#140 of 191 Re: Oil filters [asa] by Boris2 Oct 30, 2008 (6:54 am)
Replying to: asa (Oct 29, 2008 3:09 pm) It's not about the price of the filter - the OEM filter is $8. The problem is that Nissan charges $45 for an oil change and Firestone charges $20. They are willing to install the OEM which THEY buy from a dealer as they're not allowed to install customer's parts, but they are not willing to discount for not using their filter. The oil change would be $30 then whcih is still 1/3 cheaper then dealer's and they use better oil.   Only one dealer in this area uses anything other than regular oil. They were not able to explain to me what exactly they use but it's not quite synthetic blend nor it's a regular oil - something in between Firestone uses Synthetic blend for this price.   I'll ask for a drain valve but I would assume their filters would have that. Thanks for the suggestion! Replies to this message: asa (Nov 03, 2008 3:57 pm)
#141 of 191 Re: steering both ways but straight [screech552] by oneapmechanic Nov 01, 2008 (11:44 am)
Replying to: screech552 (Mar 29, 2007 12:46 pm) YES!   It drove me FREAKIN CRAZY..........however..........I went with Yokohoma tires & I got the tires SIPED and it helps.
#142 of 191 Re: Oil filters [Boris2] by asa Nov 03, 2008 (3:57 pm)
Replying to: Boris2 (Oct 30, 2008 6:54 am) Oh, now I see your situation. I don't use synthetic or synthetic blends, but if they're using a blend, *maybe* $45 isn't too outrageous. They're probably charging for 6 QT (the V-6 takes 5-3/8 QT) and at say $4 QT that's $24. Add in an inexpensive filter and drain plug washer and the cost is now $30. Throw in labor and environmental fees and you get near $40. Of course, this will vary around the country. If you want to do the DIY thing in your driveway, it's not too bad on the X. Like all vehicles tho, you'll end up with dirty engine oil dripping off your elbows.
#143 of 191 Squeaky Noises when turning the car by deutsch Nov 18, 2008 (6:30 am)
I have a 2003 xterra which has been running great since I have had it. I took the car in for a service and told them about my problem and they checked it out and said the car was fine. Every time I turn left or right it seems like the power steering tightens up and it makes a sound. This is the first time I have lived in Cold Weather and was wondering if that might be the problem? or if I need to do something to the power steering? This all started when winter came around. Replies to this message: asa (Nov 20, 2008 3:51 pm)
#144 of 191 Re: Squeaky Noises when turning the car [deutsch] by asa Nov 20, 2008 (3:51 pm)
Replying to: deutsch (Nov 18, 2008 6:30 am) Sounds like a cold belt chattering when under load, which is irritating but unlikley to cause a failure. I'd be sure the belt looks good, is oil free and is properly tensioned. Be sure too that the belt sheaves don't have oil on them either. Then, be sure that your power steering fluid is up to the correct level in the bottle.
#145 of 191 Xterra 4x4 problems by ningcompoop Dec 04, 2008 (9:17 am)
Can someone give me a few pointers before I cave and bring my truck to a specialist? I have a 2000 Xterra and do most of the routine maintenance myself. The 4x4 was working one day and not the next. There were no telltale signs that anything was failing. When shifting into 4x4, the light comes on saying the wheels are locked but it doesn't engage. The shift lever behaves normally (not being able to shift at a high speed, being in neutral to shift into 4 low, etc...). I suspect it might be something electrical if that is possible. Any advice would be appreciated. Replies to this message: Boris2 (Dec 04, 2008 9:29 am)
#146 of 191 Re: Xterra 4x4 problems [ningcompoop] by Boris2 Dec 04, 2008 (9:29 am)
Replying to: ningcompoop (Dec 04, 2008 9:17 am) I've had similar problem on Isuzu Rodeo that I used to have. Everything was appearing to be fine but the 4x4 wasn't really engaging. I also heard the noise coming from the front.   It ended up being one of the axle being dislodged from the socket and even though the 4x4 was engaging the axle was not really getting locked. It was pretty dangerous too as the axle wasn't really locked in place and could have separated at any time.   The reason for that problem was that I did a service not too far before at Midas and when didn't install some components right so the axcel slipped from the socket.
#147 of 191 Frontend noise by tar1979 Dec 25, 2008 (8:01 pm)
2002 nissan xterra.I have a clicking sound quite loud from left front wheel when initially going forward or reverse but not while driving. Also seems worst if reversing while turning almost like wheels are locking up and I am dragging my front end. Replies to this message: becs (Feb 06, 2009 7:50 am) moquelvog (Feb 06, 2009 8:40 am)

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