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Sedans Nissan Altima Nissan Altima 2008 Maintenance and Repair
25 messages, Last post on Feb 06, 2009 at 7:26 PM
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I just bought a 2008 Altima Sedan 2.5S and is under 200 miles. Today, I finally looked under the hood along with the manual book in my hand to learn the whereabouts of all fluid locations.. to my surprise.. from the center of the engine all the way to the right side..(on the air filter, battery, etc.) I see a oil-like all over.. as if it has been spraying out somewhere..I ran my fingers on it and it smeared like oil - I could not smell it.. but it's like clear to brown in color... Does anyone know if this is normal or do I have a leakage somewhere? Is it the oil like I suspect? Yes, I will take it to Nissan and have it checked.. meanwhile.. it's the weekend.. and would like to have some peace of mind until Monday. In addition, the power steering fluid reservoir, should that have been filled to max when I first bought the vehicle? Because, right now the level is below the Cold Min. Thanking in advance for your advise or comments.
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Replying to: cri (Feb 23, 2008 9:55 pm)
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Replying to: jd10013 (Feb 24, 2008 5:25 am) |
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Replying to: jd10013 (Feb 24, 2008 5:25 am) But I found out that it was not anything to worry about..it was just the cleaner that was used to spray over.. that makes it look so brand new... as the engine heats up the spray agent starts to sweat.. I simply wiped it down.. and all is well... =)
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Replying to: cri (Mar 12, 2008 4:15 am) |
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New purchase Feb. 23, 2008 Altima SL....drove 2 weeks; would not start. Dealer kept for week and replaced starter on March 14 and car was picked up on Good Friday, drove out of town Saturday, and guess what? On Easter..it would not start. Had to be towed by wrecker to Dealer on Monday. ECM was replaced on 3/26 Wednesday....now Service Manager says there is a code showing up that it has a CLUTCH problem~?!? Funny...it's an automatic, 4 cylinder!! He wants to keep it until the middle of next week?~!? Any advice from knowledgeable gentlemen and ladies....please?~!? SP  
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Replying to: sssp (Mar 28, 2008 5:05 pm) If so, is there another dealer in the area you can take the car? Are they providing substitute transportation while the car is in the shop? If not, I would definitely demand it, if the repair work is being done at the selling dealer... |
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Replying to: busiris (Mar 28, 2008 6:14 pm) Same dealer doing repairs! There is another dealer about an hour away...what can they do for me please?~ I am at a loss here................ and yes, on my 2nd rental car provided by them. The PR that is being funneled here especially since I W A S driving a new car is overwhelming...everyone wants to know the "story" and yes, I am sharing !~ *grin* The CLUTCH code is very interesting to say the least~!~! Don't you agree?? 
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Replying to: sssp (Mar 28, 2008 6:30 pm) Obviously, I only know what you have posted, but it appears that this dealership is doing a lot of "head scratching" on you car. And, what's upwith the CLUTCH code? Is anyone in the service dept. actively pursuing that with Nissan USA??? Lets face it...there are only so many things that will cause your problems, and there are ways that any reputable dealership can determine the cause of discharged electrical systems (I am assuming you are experiencing a dead battery situation here). It just seems that a second pair of eyes are in order here. At least, they are providing a rental. Make sure you get copies and RETAIN them of each visits paperwork...you may need them in the future.... Good Luck! |
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Replying to: busiris (Mar 28, 2008 6:14 pm) I'm not much of a mechanic.. but because I have a 2008 Altima too.. I make sure that I read up all about it....and be knowledgable with all the specs.. Just wondering... they changed the starter.. then they say it's a clutch issue-- but you have an automatic... Do you have the Intellegent Key with the Push Start Button? If yes, could it have been the battery for the IK? Please do let me know what problem it was and how it was corrected. |
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