Why is my 97 Pathfinder overheating?
While there are a variety of reasons your Nissan Pathfinder is overheating, the most common 3 are a coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.), the radiator fan, or a failed thermostat. Coolant leak (water pump, radiator, hose etc.)
Why does my Nissan Pathfinder not start in the Cold?
In the winter, the vehicle won’t start when it is cold. There are a few different reasons that can cause this, but it’s usually your Pathfinder’s battery that can’t handle turning the engine when it’s cold.
Why is my Nissan Pathfinder running rough at idle?
These packs are fired by the engines computer at exactly the right time to provide the optimal ignition timing. If a coil pack goes bad, it’ll cause a misfire and rough idle condition. Really, your Pathfinder will be running rougher at any RPM, but a misfire will be most pronounced at idle.
Why are the spark plugs on my Nissan Pathfinder not working?
Spark Plugs – One of the absolute most common causes (if not the most common reason that your Pathfinder may be misfiring) is the spark plugs. Although most modern vehicles use iridium spark plugs, they still need to be changed at the manufacturers recommended interval.
What are the most common problems in Pathfinder?
Updated 1/8/07, added rust details, tension rod problem and edited several inaccuracies. Problems with your fuel and temp gauges are common with the 95 and older trucks. On the back of your cluster is a small box with some wires coming out of it going to different points on the cluster.
What to do about wind noise in Nissan Pathfinder?
It is also beneficial to occasionally grease the center window channels inside the doors and inspect everything for problems just in case. If you have the factory sun roof and roof rack, Nissan advises to move the front bar of the rack rearward to reduce wind noise inside the car.
What causes gauge fluctuations on a Nissan Pathfinder?
Another common cause for gauge fluctuations is a failing alternator. A simple fix for this problem is to find an 8VDC three-pin TO220 type voltage regulator and solder new wires onto it, then use that instead of the original Nissan part. Here is a link that shows exactly what you need and where you can buy one for less than at the dealership.
What causes the ticking noise on a pathfinder?
This causes the infamous “ticking” noise often heard from the front of Pathfinders which quiets down after the manifolds have heated up sufficiently. This applies to all Pathfinders from 1987 through 1995.