Nissan Pathfinder R51

Nissan Patfeinder third generation (factory index R51) was first introduced in the North American continent in 2005. Pathfinder is based on the Nissan Navara pickup truck. The assembly of SUVs for the European continent is carried out in Spain.

Engines

The list of available power units originally listed - turbodiesel with a working volume of 2.5 l / 174 hp. and gasoline atmospheric V6 with a volume of 4.0 l / 269 hp. Later, after restyling in 2010 (R51M), the diesel 2.5 liters added to the power and began to develop 190 hp, and instead of the gasoline V6 began to install a diesel V6 with a volume of 3.0 liters and a return of 231 hp. The most popular among power units was the 4-cylinder 2.5 L turbodiesel (YD25). Its weak point is the head of the cylinder block. Cases of cracks in the head are not uncommon. The reason is long work under heavy load and overheating. The problem arose after 100-150 thousand km. The cost of the new cylinder head is about 60 000 rubles. After 250-300 thousand km owners faced even major repairs of diesel 2.5. The cost of restoration was 120-150 thousand rubles. When replacing the oil filter, some careless masters broke the fitting on the vacuum valve, which stopped functioning turbine. The cost of a new valve is about 6-7 thousand rubles. By negligence, the plastic tip of the tee of the heating pipe block may also be broken. This leads to a leakage of coolant. For a new “triple” will have to pay about 4-6 thousand rubles. When running more than 60-100 thousand km often begins to "howl" the turbine. The reason: the production on the rod through which gases are released. With warming up, the metal expands, the gap decreases, and the “leakage” of gases decreases, so the howl subsides. The gap does not affect the efficiency of the turbine, the “woar” is a specific age feature.

Transmission

On the pre-restyling Pathfinder, there were often problems with the rear gearbox. The problem reducer was changed under warranty. The hum and vibrations at high speeds after 80-120 thousand km of run are due to their appearance to the crosses of the driveshafts. The cost of a new cross is about 1.5-2.5 thousand rubles. They are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones who are the ones. The glands of the transfer case will serve more than 100-150 thousand km. 6-speed manual transmission was completed only SUVs with a turbodiesel of 2.5 liters. There is no problem with the box itself. But the grip was too weak. Most often it had to be changed up to 100,000 km, but under gentle operating conditions it could serve 150-180 thousand km. The set of the new original clutch is not cheap - about 40 000 rubles, the analogue is slightly more affordable - about 30 000 rubles. 5-speed "automatic" was paired with any of the Pathfinder engines. Automatic transmission is able to confidently pass without repair more than 200-250 thousand km. The cause of the problem could be a hydroblock. The cost of a new hydroblock at dealers is about 50-60 thousand rubles, in online stores to order - about 30-45 thousand rubles. Often the box "died" not from natural wear, but due to the mixing of its working fluid with antifreeze. The preparation of the “death cocktail” took place in the lower part of the radiator due to leakage of the heat exchanger (the lower radiator tank). The cost of the new original radiator 33 000 rubles. The only harbinger of trouble is slippage.

Walking

The bushings and racks of the front stabilizer serve more than 60-80 thousand km, the rear - more than 80-120 thousand km. Stage bearings run over 100-150 thousand km. The cost of a new hub at dealers is about 17-18 thousand rubles, on the side - about 8-9 thousand rubles. The same amount of suspension levers and ball, steering tips and thrusts go.

Knocking in the steering wheel when passing irregularities is not uncommon. The culprit of the “celebration” on the dorestyling model is the cardannacle of the steering shaft. After replacing the rubber metal analogue of the new sample, knocks pass. The cost of the cardinal is about 300-400 rubles, and replacement work is about 6-7 thousand rubles. In the restyled version of the Pathfinder, knocks in the steering wheel arise due to wear of the strands on the crimping structure at the bottom of the steering shaft.

Some Nissan Pathfinder owners note the failure of the brake pedal and a decrease in the efficiency of deceleration. The problem could be detected after 20-30 thousand km, and only after 200 thousand km. In most cases, the cause of trouble is in the main brake cylinder. The cost of the new GTZ is about 10 000 rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

Painting, traditionally for most cars, weak - easily scratched and quickly overgrown chips. After the first winter, spiders (small swellings of paint) could appear on the hood, front pillars, above the windshield, but most often on the rear door of the trunk. Suffered and chrome coating of decorative elements of the body. Later, corrosion was found on wheel arches and frame. After 11-14 years, holes could appear in the frame. For its restoration without removing the body will request about 50 000 rubles. Because of problems with the valve in the pipeline of the headlight washer, nozzles often begin to “etrap”. Many are faced with the appearance of cracks on the glazing of the front block headlights near the wing. The reason is a strong internal stress due to the features of the attachment. Some lucky people had to change their headlights almost every year. Although the cases are not isolated, dealers at the acceptance of the car each time sincerely surprised by what they saw. The peeling “leather upholstery” of the seats and steering wheel is another sad reality of most modern cars, including the Patfeinder (after 20-40 thousand km). Over time, plastic linings on the spokes of the steering wheel are also wiped. There are also problems with the contacts of the control buttons windows, electric seat drive and heating. Often you have to face a break of the steering loop, which stops working buttons on the steering wheel, sound signal, or highlight the indicator of malfunction of airbags. The cost of a new plume at dealers is about 4000 rubles, in online stores - about 2000 rubles.

Engines

• Cases of cracks in the head are not uncommon.
• The reason is long work under heavy load and overheating. The problem arose after 100-150 thousand km.
• The owners even faced major repairs of diesel 2. 5 km.
• Official services when dealing with the problem produced turbine calibration and flashing ECU.
• The cause of the malfunction was in the turbine control unit.
• This problem also occurred on the YD25 diesel engine.
• Over time, there were cases of major repairs of a 3-liter turbodiesel.
• The pipes connecting the turbine to the intercooler began to “sweat” km.

Transmission

• On the pre-restyling Pathfinder, there were often problems with the rear gearbox.
• The problem reducer was changed under warranty.
• 6-speed manual transmission was completed only SUVs with a turbodiesel of 2.5 liters. There is no problem with the box itself.
• Automatic transmission is able to confidently pass without repair more than 200-250 thousand km. The cause of the problem could be a hydroblock.
• Often the box "died" not from natural wear, but due to the mixing of its working fluid with antifreeze.
• The preparation of the “death cocktail” took place in the lower part of the radiator due to leakage of the heat exchanger (the lower radiator tank).
• If you catch it in time, you could get rid of only washing the box, otherwise the hydroblock and frictions were to be replaced.
• Problems with automatic transmission sometimes added a design flaw: the bolt of fastening the plastic lining of the front bumper rubbed the cooling tube of the box oil.

Walking

• Knocking in the steering wheel when passing irregularities is not uncommon.
• After replacing the rubber metal analogue of the new sample, knocks pass.
• In the restyled version of the Pathfinder, knocks in the steering wheel arise due to wear of the strands on the crimping structure at the bottom of the steering shaft.
• The problem could be detected after 20-30 thousand km, and only after 200 thousand km.

Other problems and malfunctions

• After the first winter, spiders (small swellings of paint) could appear on the hood, front pillars, above the windshield, but most often on the rear door of the trunk.
• Later, corrosion was found on wheel arches and frame.
• Because of problems with the valve in the pipeline of the headlight washer, nozzles often begin to “etrap”.
• Many are faced with the appearance of cracks on the glazing of the front block headlights near the wing.
• There are also problems with the contacts of the control buttons windows, electric seat drive and heating.
• Often you have to face a break of the steering loop, which stops working buttons on the steering wheel, sound signal, or highlight the indicator of malfunction of airbags.
• Electricians when such “jumps” appear recommend removing the plug of the active GPS antenna from the socket and no longer use it.
• When there are stains on the racks near the ceiling and ceiling, it is necessary to check the condition of the rubber bands under the rails and extend their mounting.

The hero of our story, in terms of reliability, does not stand out from the large crowd of modern cars. There are problems with the engines. Problems with the LCP and low quality finishing materials, unfortunately, today are not surprising to many. And in the rest everything is predictable - the resource of units and units is sane, as well as the price of spare parts. It is not worthwhile to buy a Nissan Pathfinder if you need a large all-wheel drive car. As the experience of individual owners shows, Nissan Patfeinder with timely maintenance and proper operation calmly reaches the mark of 300-400 thousand km without serious repairs.

• Engines: Cases of cracks in the head are not uncommon.
• Transmission: On the pre-restyling Pathfinder, there were often problems with the rear gearbox.
• Driving: Knocking in the steering wheel when passing irregularities is not uncommon.
• Other problems and malfunctions: After the first winter, spiders (small swellings of paint) could appear on the hood, front racks, over the windshield, but most often on the rear door of the trunk.

Shows, bargaining and re-registration take time: buyers look, promise to think and disappear. Fair price after inspection closes the auction on the spot. If money is needed urgently, the purchase takes away waiting and repeat displays.

Leave a request with the car data. We will discuss the preliminary assessment and inspection. After checking the status and documents, we agree on the final price and terms of the transaction.