Posted: Feb 24 2005 at 8:22am | IP Logged

I just had my brakes fixed yesterday.  They performed the TSB, which only included re-surfacing the existing rotors (and new brake pads, torque members,  etc).  After a short test drive, the mechanic felt a vibration returning.  They then replaced the rotors with new ones.  Brakes feel outstanding now.

BTW, they also performed two recall repairs (I was never notified by mail of these) on the transmission and rear seat belts.

Also BTW, this was the second dealer to blow off my issue with acceleration.  The power delivery of this truck is not smooth at all.  Nissan needs to take a look at this, as I have not seen this with "American" P/Us. 
They should:

• Stiffen up the mechanical portion of the accelerator pedal.  It is way too sensitive, especially when you are bouncing around off-road
• Work on "Instant" Throttle Response.  There is certainly a delay of 1/2 to 1 second from depression of the loud pedal and rpm change.  My Silverado didn't do this, Nissan.  Don't tell me this is a good thing.
• Work on "Passing Gear" Acceleration.  Occasionally, on two-lane roads, I've stepped out to pass, nearly floored it, only to have my Titan say WTF? way too long before making up it's mind that I need to go - NOW.  My Silverado didn't do this, Nissan.  Don't tell me this is a good thing.

Posted: Feb 28 2005 at 8:47am | IP Logged

bigbear05 wrote: scooter wrote: Bigbear, there was a TSB issued back in November (Ithink) on the brake issue. If your dealer isn't aware I probably woudn't want them working on my truck. Would that TSB include replacing the calipers and rotors? Or, is that TSB for turning down the rotors using a on the vehicle lathe and replacing some hardware i.e. screws and shims? If that is the TSB you are refering to, I have had it done already.

In my case, my Nissan Dealer found the rotors to be questionable after the on-vehicle resurfacing, during a test drive.  The TSB does mention the possibility of replacement of the rotors, but only based on thickness under 24.5mm.  It didn't mention failing a road test.

There is nothing better than a Service Department that wants to do what is right.  I believe mine could have sent me along with my 'turned' rotors, but my mechanic must have known I'd be back, and I wouldn't be happy if this problem re-ocurred.