Tech Thread - Nissan Frontier, Navara, Pathfinder.

[FilterProz]

hey filterProz have you any navara oil and air filters also do you have the fuel filter and water trap filter?

sorry buddy no sales info on this thread let's keep it technical comment on my sticky for info ..

thanks ..

[micarz]

Cool bro

[Supra GT-FOUR]

Hi has anyone went in to N&M to do a steering gear replacement? They say it is free of charge and they are offering it as an upgrade. My vehicle is a 2010 SE 4x2, i'm skeptical however that they want to keep my van overnight.

[nissan/nothing]

Hi does anyone know I can get cross drilled and slotted rotors for the navara

[Aaron 2NR]

why do u need this?

[nissan/nothing]

Second time I have to shave my rotors

[Kenjo]

getting a squealing sound on start up but not consistently that goes away after driving for about 2-3 minutes?besides just the belt needing to be tensioned anyone can think of any other things that could be the cause of this ?

[PariaMan]

Had a problem like tht and the pulley on the alternator was bad and had to be changed.
At first it made a noise on startup alone until it reached a point where the alternator was no longer charging.

[Kenjo]

yeah i know that somewhere along the pulleys may be misaligned also that is what i am more concerned about and how long i would need to get that sorted out i will have to see,i'm hoping it is just the belt that needs changing out or tightening for the least

[lighthammer]

i have the same problem - thought it was just because my belt alwyas getting exposed to dirt and mud.

Also the power steering belt makes a squeal every now and then so I occasionally hit him and the main belt with some belt dressing.

Might have to service my alternator soon.


Just serviced my AC compressor this past weekend, went by a fella in the East. The bearings were making a clicking-noise and I had a feeling the clutch wasn't releasing when the coil was de-energized.... but the AC always blew cold.

Fella charged my $800 for parts, labour and included machine-shop labour too, and also including price to vaccuum & charge up the gas for the AC as well as to replace the cabin filter.
Now the damn thing blows too frigging cold.... esp. with all this rain!

[Kenjo]

i have the same problem - thought it was just because my belt alwyas getting exposed to dirt and mud.

Also the power steering belt makes a squeal every now and then so I occasionally hit him and the main belt with some belt dressing.

Might have to service my alternator soon.


Just serviced my AC compressor this past weekend, went by a fella in the East. The bearings were making a clicking-noise and I had a feeling the clutch wasn't releasing when the coil was de-energized.... but the AC always blew cold.

Fella charged my $800 for parts, labour and included machine-shop labour too, and also including price to vaccuum & charge up the gas for the AC as well as to replace the cabin filter.
Now the damn thing blows too frigging cold.... esp. with all this rain!

i have repeatedly heard to stay away from belt dressing though, i once had the same sound with a car i had before and eventually the belt burst but if you have been having it going on for so long it probably is straight forward and just the belt.some research i did said that any misaligned pulleys may cause this.i will have to check to make sure my alternator is charging up the battery good also in sorting this out

[Kenjo]

oh just to update the screeching sound was from the alternator pulley bearing which was replaced and hence things back to normal after it was changed out

[vickyexp]

guys, I know this is not the for sale forum but with great regret I've placed
my Navara for sale because it's not being used, have a look and see if you
may be interested, also price is negotiable.
viewtopic.php?f=55&t=546639

thanks, Vick

[Justya25]

Where in South could I go to service my Navara (automatic) I want all the fluids change.(OEM) Except N&M

[Aaron 2NR]

maska

[Ted_v2]

Federal.

[Kenjo]

Anywhere up north that can reliably change all fluids for my navara also? Do any of them have the fluids and I don't have to buy for the differential and transmission, etc?

[Justya25]

Ok peeps, so my 30K service was just done. All fluids (except radiator coolant) that were changed were flushed out with new fluid, hence the volumes quoted are the total for flushing and replacement. Here are the details:

-Engine oil: Amsoil 15W-40 Synthetic . 2 gallons used
-Radiator coolant: Castrol Heavy Duty Coolant and Redline Diesel Water Wetter. 3 liters coolant by 3 oz water wetter used (70-30 ratio instead of 50-50)
-Transfer case and PS fluid: Amsoil ATF Synthetic. 4 quarts used
-Front and rear diff fluid: Amsoil Severe Gear lube 75W-90. 3 quarts used
-Brake fluid: Castrol Heavy Duty brake fluid DOT4. 1 quart used
-Air and fuel filters changed (OEM)
-Inspected both drive belts
-Inspected both timing chains

Was going to change Transmission fluid as well but the firm said that the tranny fluid was as clear as that in the bottles I brought so no need.

All fluids came up to $2600 (note please that I have 12 quarts of Amsoil Synthetic ATF remaining as I did not change the tranny fluid. ) thanks to GEAR HEAD for all the Amsoil stuff; great powerseller, always goes the extra mile to facilitate his customers’ needs

Service cost was $2036 (inclusive of OEM air, oil and fuel filters).

van wukkin sweet and quiet

[dyna9275]

guys I have a frontier with the 2.5 engine doing 95000k, lately I have been getting a serious hard start when it is cold , checked the glow plugs and all are good, they are heating properly also,any suggestions?

[sMASH]

Is the battery voltage good? Try another diesel battery to see if it starts well

[dyna9275]

new battery charging good

[dase8240]

Does anyone know what is the decal/ graphic on the front doors on the automatic 4x4 nissan navara?
I believe its something like 'Eco PWR 5AT'

[blacklight]

This is what is written, saw the decals for sale on eBay some months ago if you repainted and want the original look.

[kb100]

Does anyone know where the fuse is for the motorize tray cover on the navara?

[nissan/nothing]

I found mine by the upholstery panel by the accelerator pedal. Just remove the panel you might find it.

[kb100]

Found it...Thanks.

[Kenjo]

Anyone has a number for gear head I anyone else who would distribute the different fluids for a D40 navara?transmission , radiator etc

[Details]

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[gready123456]

Ok so i am having some problems with my navara today i changed oil and fuel filters and realize that the water sensor for the trap is cracked need to find a new one and i keep hearing a pulsing noise when i am driving and turning slightly to the right or left and feel it slightly on the steering .any idea of what i should check , bushings and ball joints seems good . tires are good .

Oh i got some bosch brake pads any one used these before ?

[sMASH]

Concerning the service oil change , can the hypoid lsd oil be used for the gearbox and front differential? Also, is there a specific grade of the oil for the transfer case?