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The main thing to worry about is oil quality, levels, and period between changes. This all affects the internal engine parts and particularly timing chains. Technically, they should last if treated considerately (e.g. allowing engine to warm up before driving off when cold, avoiding stop/start journeys as best as possible, not driving at high revs initially, etc). Cars have become so reliable and long lasting since I first started driving (early 1980's) and then new cars would only last about 10 years or at least had an engine replacement in that time. Nowadays, cars last beyond 20 years quite happily as long as they are serviced and maintained properly. Mileages in excess of 100k is quite reasonable now but back then it was classes as high miles when it was at 50k or 60k.

I own a Nissan Juke 1.2 DIG-T from 2014 and lately I’ve noticed a brief rattling sound on cold start. It only lasts a second or two but it’s got me worried after reading stuff online about timing chain issues. I thought chains were meant to last forever but people say otherwise. Has anyone had timing chain problems on the Nissan Juke and is this noise something I should be concerned about? Hope someone can help. thanks!

I always tend to use Castrol Oil Selector as a true guide on the specific oil to use (SAE, etc) - Grade is no so important unless you live in a very cold or hot country. https://www.castrol.com/en_gb/united-kingdom/home/product-finder.html Mostly, oil and filter are most important service items but overlooked items such as gear oils, fuel, pollen and air filters are equally important and you should find the time to get those replaced individually.

I’m planning to service my Nissan Juke 1.5 dCi myself for the first time and I’m getting totally confused about oil types. Some places say 5W30, others say different specs and it’s not very clear. I don’t want to damage the engine by using the wrong oil. Also wondering if there’s anything else specific to the Nissan Juke I should change at the same time like fuel filter or any known service items people forget about.

Hi all, I have a bit of a strange issue with my reverse camera and wondered if anyone had experienced the same and managed a fix, Intermittently my reverse camera flickers and goes black, as if maybe a loose connection? Other times works absolutely fine, However the strange part is that every now and then when reverse is selected the camera shows a still image like a snapshot of say a previous reverse? Which is weird because obviously it doesn’t record so how would it show that? Coincidentally also when the camera does go black/flickering the front camera then also shows black. Any help appreciated, also is it easy to get to and inspect the camera if necessary? Thanks

Hi @Esteban .... The Juke is one of the best cars built by Nissan (apart from the GTR) and you should have very few problems with it. Have a great Crimbo as well :-)

I know exactly what you mean - not Nissan related but Harley-Davidson instead. Took a Pan America for a test drive and it was doing exactly what you describe....the revs didn't match the gears which didn't match the road speed. It was so confusing to work out what was going on and I usually approximately know what gear I'm in and the road speed just from the engine revs and a quick glance at the gauges. However, I was rolling along at around 30mph and the revs were up and down (albeit a manual gearbox) and gave no indication of what was actually going on - probably my single most negative, but strange sensation from any motorbike I've ever ridden. CVT transmissions can also replicate this phenomena and have to agree it would more than likely be a case of getting used to it over time, just means you can't judge engine revs by ear but by constantly looking at the instruments to gauge what is actually going on. Good luck !

One thing that confuses me about my Nissan Qashqai e-Power is how the engine revs don’t seem to match road speed at all. The engine can be loud even when driving slowly. I know it’s not directly driving the wheels, but it still feels odd. Is this normal behaviour on the Nissan Qashqai e-Power and something you just get used to over time? Thank you

Juke owner here, just thought i would pop by and say hi.. you may see me frequent the boards often. :) Have a great xmas

My 2016 Nissan Leaf is taking longer than usual to charge on my home 7kW wallbox. Has anyone with the same model year run into slow-charging issues, and was it caused by the onboard charger, the wallbox, or a problem with the charging port?

Sorry, just had another look at the symbol and it has the two lines up the side which would suggest that it may be to do with lane guidance. But still worth checking that the rear bumper for sensors (easily identifiable by their circular shape around the size of a 50pence piece. If it is lane guidance then it sounds like the ADAS is playing up and needs resetting.

It has a camera in the rear, so does it mean it will also have sensors at each corner

Hi @Sam Deano64 - Welcome to the club. Any aftermarket dampers such as Koni will improve the handling over the standard equipment. Worth running a search on eBay for reputable brands and relatively easy to fit and you will see an immediate improvement

Hi @Isaac - welcome to the club I would put money on the hybrid system kicking in and out which can cause a slight 'stumble' when it cycles so wouldn't worry about it unless it gets any worse.

I know there are boot organisers on the market that suit most cars but not sure which one would be best to even if they custom make them to suit the vehicle. Worth doing a search on eBay for what is available for the Qashqai

It looks like the rear parking sensors are playing up - maybe covered in mud or something else obstructing them or one of them is faulty. If you put the car in reverse with the ignition on and engine off then go to the back of the car and each sensor should make a very quiet clicking sound if they are working...if not then replace the faulty sensor

Hi @Bebop Cowboy ...welcome to the Club Had a few X-Trails myself and they are superb to drive - never really tried them off-road though. Good to have you onboard!

Could anyone tell me what this system fault is indicating

I own a 2016 Nissan Qashqai and am wondering if it’s possible to add more organised boot storage for tools and travel gear. Has anyone modified the boot layout on this model year, and what solutions worked best?

Hi there I just got my first car... and it is a beast! 2 litre diesel X-Trail Got loads of questions that I'm hoping will have already been answered in the forums. Looking forward to picking up hints and tips :)

Hi guys for those with a 2021 Juke Gen II, has anyone upgraded the suspension to improve comfort or reduce body roll? Curious about real world improvements? sam

Thanks for the add My 2024 Qashqai e‑Power sometimes hesitates when accelerating gently between 20–40mph. Has anyone diagnosed the cause, software behaviour, a sensor problem??, or hybrid energy management quirks? Cheers Guys

I would be measuring the glow plugs (old and then compare to new) at least so you could identify which cylinder(s) is at fault.

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New to pathfinders. After doing some light modifications for a bit of off road use and was wondering what stealth winches people are using. Would like to keep the original bumper. Any guides about. Tia