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#24 of 111 Re: Quest CVT [autowrite] by 808speedcruzr

Mar 23, 2011 (10:17 pm)

Replying to: autowrite (Mar 22, 2011 3:14 pm)
Nissan has a long history of engineering and manufacturing Constant Variable Transmissions (CVT) for their vehicles. I believe the early to mid '90s is when they first started using them in their vehicles outside of the US. It appears every single US-market Nissan model (except US-made trucks and SUVs) comes solely with, or has an option for, a CVT transmission. Durability-wise, I think the CVT has proven itself in the Murano, Maxima, Altima, Sentra, Versa, Cube and Rogue (and now Juke). It has been the only transmission available in the Murano and Rogue since their introductions to the US in 2003 and 2008, respectively. Later, CVTs became the sole transmission available in the Maxima and Altimas. The majority of Sentras have it, as well as many of the Cubes, Versas and Jukes. In fact, in Japan, the V35 Nissan Skyline (aka Infiniti G35) came equipped with an 8-speed CVT back in the mid-2000s. I have heretofore not heard of any glaring, recurring massive problems with Nissan's CVTs. And I'm sure Nissan would take care any engineering or durability problems expeditiously.
 
Nissan was even considering installing a 9-speed CVT in the mighty GT-R in its early engineering stages. I guess that's how much Nissan believes in this type of transmission.
 
Nissan seems to be the company with the highest degree of dedication to the CVT and its apparent benefits in efficiency.

#25 of 111 Re: Quest CVT [808speedcruzr] by coupedncal

Mar 25, 2011 (9:46 am)

Replying to: 808speedcruzr (Mar 23, 2011 10:17 pm)
How can there be a CVT with a specific gear count (8/9 speed in your example)? That looks like a marketing gimmick to me as CVT has infinite gears. Why not then have a CVT with 100 gears? That will surely be better than 8 or 9 speed.
 
I do agree with your general thought on Nissan's investment in CVT.

#26 of 111 Re: Quest CVT [coupedncal] by 808speedcruzr

Mar 25, 2011 (11:28 pm)

Replying to: coupedncal (Mar 25, 2011 9:46 am)
Yes, I understand your point. However, Nissan has been dabbling in the "variable speed" CVTs for sometime now. I remember reading a US car magazine road test a couple of years ago, wherein the author praised Nissan's ability to create the appearance of shifting gears via the steering wheel shift paddles on a CVT-equipped model. I forget whether it was the Maxima, Sentra or Rogue. Whatever the case may be, he was delighted at the ultra-smooth transitions.
 
Check out these links about the Nissan's Extroid CVTs and the JDM V35 Nissan Skyline 350 GT-8 (aka Infiniti G35), which was equipped with Nissan's 8-speed Extroid CVT, back in 2002:
 
http://www.nissan-global.com/PDF/tcvt_e.pdf
 
http://www.autoexpress.co.uk/carreviews/firstdrives/19462/nissan_skyline_gt8.htm- l
 
Hope this helps!

#27 of 111 2011 NISSAN QUEST HUMMING by modu

Mar 28, 2011 (9:16 am)

Is there any information on the constant humming of this vans engine? I just got this MINIVAN YESTERDAY and this humming is odd, constant and a little loud, it also has a weird almost burnt smell every time I start it....
 
Any clues? Should I take it back to the dealer? There is no cooling off period as I bought it in California....

#28 of 111 2006 Quest 3.5 SE - Battery/Electrical Problems by frankarthur

Mar 29, 2011 (4:49 am)

Okay, this is a long one:
 
I have a 2006 Nissan Quest 3.5 SE that was purchased new in Jan. of 06. The original Nissan battery gave out this month (March 2011) and I purchased a new 800cc battery (Exide brand) from Strauss Auto here in New York City. The battery was installed, but the indicator light was still coming on, so the mechanics tested the electrical system and found I needed a new alternator. So that was installed along with the new battery. This was last week.
 
Even with the new battery and alternator though, the battery indicator light was still coming on (and the brake light too). This would happen after starting the van up in the morning. About 20 to 30 minutes later those lights would go out. I figured maybe something was going on with the indicators being off. Then last Friday (3/23) about 30 minutes into driving in the morning, I had lost acceleration. The battery and brake indicators were still on, but the engine was still running – I just had no acceleration.
 
After pulling over (using the van’s inertia) I let the engine stay on. After about 15 minutes the battery and brake lights went off and I had acceleration again. I went to a nearby garage where they tested the NEW battery, and they said it was a weak charge – basically saying this supposedly “new” battery was bad.
 
After putting in their own battery, the charge was stronger. I took the Strauss battery back to the store where they tested it (out of the vehicle) and claimed it was a good battery. I put the Strauss/Exide battery back in and again; this time no battery or brake light comes on.
 
Only after sitting for a few hours or overnight do those lights come on again. I then took it to another Strauss store – this one with a garage (the first Strauss store had none) – where they tested the battery and claimed it was good. So now I’m wondering what’s going on? Is it the battery or something else?
 
Fast forward to today where on my way home, the van stalls again; engine still running, but no acceleration. I keep the engine on. I call my insurance for roadside assistance. While waiting I try to accelerate – the engine would rev-up, but no acceleration. When the tow truck arrived, the mechanic had me put it in reverse. THEN it decides to accelerate. The difference is though that the “Service Engine Soon” light now comes on. The mechanic told me that it’s either the battery, or there could be an electrical short somewhere that’s draining the battery while everything is supposedly “off” (I do make sure everything is indeed off – lights, heat, radio – EVERYTHING)
 
I’m going to take the vehicle to the Nissan dealership and have them look at it (at more expense because the dealership in Manhattan is VERY expensive for service), but I want to get to the bottom of this. In the meantime, if anyone here has any idea as to what’s going on with my van, let me know. Is it the battery that’s defective, or is there a power short somewhere in the electrical system? Or is it something else?

#29 of 111 Re: 2006 Quest 3.5 SE - Battery/Electrical Problems [frankarthur] by rockmobile

Mar 29, 2011 (6:55 am)

Replying to: frankarthur (Mar 29, 2011 4:49 am)
This is the 2011 Nissan Quest thread. You may get a better response if you start a new thread.

#30 of 111 Quest LE - purchasing by plashenick

Mar 30, 2011 (5:06 pm)

I just bought the 2011 LE (Black Amythest) - no moon roof for 37,700 (incl destination). What are people paying in NJ/ NY

#31 of 111 2011 quest mpg was 12-13 by usa today testdrive by hp2009

Mar 31, 2011 (4:33 pm)

Replying to: plashenick (Mar 30, 2011 5:06 pm)
news reporter driven 2011 nissan quest....no body got mpg better than 12-15 so people need to be careful about mpg rating since not tested by goverment yet....
 
but we can hear from recent purchase....
 
http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2011-02-03-test-drive-nissan-- quest_N.htm
 
second test was done in arizona republic news paper...same trouble...cannot go more than 13-15mpg in city and highway
 
thanks
hp

#32 of 111 Re: 2011 quest mpg was 12-13 by usa today testdrive [hp2009] by ucfphi225

Apr 03, 2011 (5:29 pm)

Replying to: hp2009 (Mar 31, 2011 4:33 pm)
I just went on about a 225 round trip and tracked my mileage. Keeping in mind this was a camping trip; I had had a tent, chairs, etc strapped to the roof and the entire rear cargo area (behind the 2nd row) full with coolers and bags, all of which kills gas mileage.
 
I averaged about 30 MPH as most of the driving was on the highway at about 80 MPH and I finished just over 17 MPG. Obviously not what was advertised, but that's with cheap gas, stuff on the roof and a full load.
 
The first 500-1000 miles I definitely did not get great mileage, but I've put about 2500 on my Quest now and it's doing much better.

#33 of 111 Re: 2011 quest mpg was 12-13 by usa today testdrive [hp2009] by lonewalden

Apr 16, 2011 (6:59 pm)

Replying to: hp2009 (Mar 31, 2011 4:33 pm)
Sounds like a hater to me, probably drives a toyota. First off the government (EPA) has tested MPG and put it on the window sticker.
 
I bought my Quest SL with DVD player for invoice over the weekend. So far I have gotten 19.5 MPG mixed driving. I drove the Odyssey, but prefered the nissan. I love the suv style flop down seats, and dont miss the little bit of space I give up. What sealed the deal was the one touch power doors.
 
If you need more proof of goof mpg check below
 
http://www.insideline.com/toyota/sienna/2011/2011-minivan-comparison-test.html

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