Top 5 Xterra/Frontier/Pathfinder Maintenance Items

Here is a list of the top 5 maintenance items you can expect to do to your second generation Nissan Xterra or Frontier. This is of course not an extensive list but simply things that I have ran across not only with my own Xterra but also items that I have read about in Xterra groups. Below are the videos from my library that pertain to the items on this list.
Xterra Oil Change: • How to Change the Oil ...
Transmission Fluid: • How to Change the Tran...
Tie Rod Ends: • How to Replace Tie Rod...
Rear Diff Fluid: • How to Replace Rear Di...
Cabin Filter: • How to Replace the Cab...
Sway Bar Link: • How to Replace the swa...
Front Shocks: • How to Replace the fro...
Rear Shocks: • How to Replace the Rea...
Secondary Timing Chain Guides: • How to Replace the Tim...
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[@longclaw99]

Great video, as usual. I have a 08 Xterra with 265,000 miles. So far everything is going fine, I think I'll make it well past 300k before I hit something big. Your channel has been a true gift to me as I'm not mechanically inclined at all, yet your vids are very clear and I've been able to follow along easily, for example just a few days ago was able to tackle brakes/rotors with confidence because of your clear guidance, and soon I'm going to put on foglights. :)

[@Rythecarguy]

So glad to read this. It’s the whole reason the channel was started in the first place. Thanks so much for watching man, glad the videos help.

[@cassandrawilson552]

Hi I'm glad to hear that at 265,000 miles your car is or "was" running good. I noticed this comment to the video is about a year old. How is the Xterra doing? I only ask because I have a 2007 Xterra with 219,000 miles on it. I've had it only a year and still runs really good though I am hearing that high pitch whining the last couple weeks. Only one owner before me but with so many miles on it, I'm getting scared about how long I have before something big goes wrong. I am very diligent on the fluids being checked and changed if needed and oil exactly on time but I love taking road trips and I drive a lot of freeway miles daily, so I'm really glad to that you have that many and going strong cause everything I read said about 200,000 is about all I will get out of the truck. But I absolutely 💯 love this SUV and don't want to get rid of it, as I'm a country girl and love the backroads, camping, kayaking, you name it and this SUV kicks ass off roads. So thank you for sharing, I feel like mine could have several more road trips left, she drives beautiful still! "Ry the car guy" Thank you so much for all your video's, you've helped me with several little updates/Makeover project's! Your so clear and thorough and it makes everything so much easier

[@longclaw99]

@@cassandrawilson552 I still own the Xterra and it's still going strong/fine. I do a lot of doordash/ubereats/grubhub food deliveries, so I can really put on the miles quick, that said while the Xterra gets decent gas mileage for an suv, it didn't make sense for me to keep using it as my main delivery vehicle, so I also picked up a Camry for deliveries, therefore I haven't been as hard on the Xterra for the past year or so. However, I loaned it to my younger brother who had need of a vehicle, and he has been driving it steadily, no problems. He also does some deliveries, but nowhere near as much as I do. I'll have to check what the speedometer is now, but so far the Xterra has performed like a champ. It makes a slight rattle now, but that's a cosmetic thing to do with a loose heat shield. One of these days I need to get down there and cinch the heat shield tight to prevent the rattle, lol sounds bad but not really a problem.

[@wrmartinez]

I have a 09 with 129000 hope I get there I plan on owning it for years I drive 64 miles a day and go off roading

[@bearlycamping]

​@@wrmartinezHow's your 09 Xterra running these days?

[@kro0014]

nice vid. Accurate and correct being vehicle specific. Not generic basics like most vids out there. All Xterra owners take note: this video is spot on.

[@n78966969696896]

Or Pathfinder or Frontier. I have a 12' Pathy and I use Ry's videos exclusively for fixing stuff. And oh god there is so much to fix...

[@everready19373]

@@n78966969696896 Really? Then why are they so popular?

[@n78966969696896]

@@everready19373 it's not a jab at it in general. I was taking a jab at my own Pathfinder.. I bought one that was trashed but the selling lot made it look the part... I would own one in good condition in a heartbeat. I still want an xterra.

[@samiam5557]

Glad to see more XTERRA content! Yea!

[@ald6256]

2013 when should change shocks

[@needfaith5077]

Ry, one the best, teachers on Xterra. I'm a women, 60 of age. And Bless that I found your video's. It is very hard to find anything for a Nissan Xterra.Special a 2007 But I believe it's because, there good trucks. I Love my Xterra 2007, I have done a lot of maintenance. On mine. But it is a very strong truck. And I feel it's worth. But I hope you could teach. A step by step, how to fix the horn and airbag. The horn went first and airbag. Light now blinks all the time now. And now I'm due for inspection sticker. I have fixed many things myself. Because that's how good you teach. You speak, very well and with a calming voice. And your video's are Top Notch! With that all together. Let's just say your Awesome😊

[@kuntachente6273]

Very informational video, made me feel really good about buying my 2006 a few days ago. I love this vehicle

[@tejano2828]

I really appreciate all the videos you have on the Xterra because we have one thank you!

[@robertmills794]

I own a 2011 Pro-4x. Bought it new, replaced the radiator the first day under warranty. 175K miles later, still not a problem. These things will run good long time if cared for properly. Mine runs like it did the day I brought it home. OME lift, ARB air locker up front and still many mods to go to make it the ultimate off road beast.

[@eddiegomez7566]

I just got xterra for my wife an she love it. Glad to see you post video on it! Thank you sir.

[@Rythecarguy]

My pleasure, glad to help!!

[@Nolo00000000]

Ry you the man thank you for all this info You sure you’re making it so easy for xtera owners👏💪🏽😎

[@AlejandraPerez-pl5ns]

We just purchased a 07 xterra my wife loves it. I'm glad I came across your videos. Thank you so much.

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks for coming by! Be sure to subscribe! I’m still making a lot of Xterra videos.

[@tuguimp]

Your videos are very helpful and through. This format is a good idea and the visuals help a lot. My 2006 manual xterra had a broken tensioner and it took us over a week to figure it out, it didn't make that sound but a different one and it wouldn't accelerate.

[@shiftymcgee9359]

Just bought a 2015 Xterra Pro-4X. Automatic because I had a disengaged father. Your Xterra videos will make maintenance on my X super easy, barely an inconvenience.

[@jameshigginbotham3639]

Just got my '06 and your videos are really helpful...thanks bro.

[@Rythecarguy]

No problem man. Thanks for watching!

[@tamikahayes4331]

Thank you sooo much for making this video!!!! The whiny from the secondary timing chain has been annoying me for multiple years and every mechanic I mentioned this to were CLUELESS about the reason for the whining noise!! I’ll just have to fix it myself when I have the funds and time thanks to you!😘😘

[@Rythecarguy]

My pleasure Tamika! Thanks for watching and I hope that it works out well for you. If you have any questions let me know!

[@michaelkelly5531]

Hey Ry, thanks for all the great videos. My 06 Xterra (6 spd manual) has just passed 420 000 km. It still runs beautifully. Yes, I've replaced the clutch and things like wheel bearings, tie rod ends etc. But the engine is still going strong. I cannot stress the value of simply changing the fluids regularly. I go a maximum of 6 to 7 000 kms between oil changes and the Xterra is repaying me in kindness. Now just to replace the rear tail lifters (again, thanks for the video on that) and the rear shoulder belts that the doberman pups ate.

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Great list. Thanks for putting it together. This format was fine, and understandable right after your move. I’m glad I found your channel. You are a great teacher & and wonderful resource for XTerra owners.

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you. 🙏🏻

[@forestdoughty5282]

i like mine too! thanks to you i can fix everything.

[@rickylacharite81]

After just buying my 05 xterra in solar yellow man you have no clue how much your youtube has been a help to me! Keep up the great content man! cheers from canada!

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks man! Be sure to sub. More Xterra content coming soon.

[@frisco61]

I have an 06 in solar yellow, bought it in 07, have 180k miles on it, best vehicle ever!

[@GeorgeToft]

I liked how you mixed it up. Top five that's good. How-to that's good.

[@Rythecarguy]

Sweet, glad you like it. More of both coming soon.

[@jessicadominguez2737]

Oh and BTW I Like your videos they have helped me so much .. I really appreciate the time you put into making them...Thank You

[@deveshs1019]

Great videos bro keep em coming

[@donaldslayton2769]

Every piece of information is 100% true for frontiers of the Sam years

[@Rythecarguy]

I’ll update the info, thanks!

[@scottharrisohn6972]

excellent, you hit on the essential information.

[@joevarone2184]

I like your videos. I bought my 05, in 05 here in Phoenix. I have a 05 Frontier LE, crew, 4x4 . I now have 186k, and hope to make it last forever. At 135k, I was looking at things I could do form preventative maintenance. I found out about the radiator issue some had "smod", so I decided to just change it out with a new one, $72 with free delivery on ebay. I did have the oil pressure sensor which just showed as zero, which I ignored for a year because it was $70 and I knew the pressure was fine, but just decided to finally change it. Amazing what they charge for a little sensor that screws into the engine. I also changed all the fluids like you advised and do so every 60k or so, so I think it is something I will be doing again shortly. I have also now decided to change some front end parts, because I have some time, and have not had to do yet, so I have been searching for videos to change control arms, tie rods and wheel bearings, getting tips and tricks. I was curious about the catch can video which I had never came across till checking out more of your videos. Now I am wondering if it is something I should get for my truck. Thanks again for the videos. Just something to consider: If you also put Frontier in your titles, it might hit a lot more people.

[@dylan_lee]

SMOD hit my Xterra around 140K miles. For anyone who thinks it's affecting them, my Xterra didn't go anywhere when I shifted into Drive. I restarted the car and it worked fine for a few days. Then it happened again. I was dumb and didn't think much of it, kept restarting and things worked again. Then my car wouldn't work in reverse... I knew something was bad. Then it wouldn't shift higher than 3rd gear. Needed to do a full transmission rebuild and cost about $4,000.... believe Ry the car guy when he talks about SMOD. Very real issue with the 05-10 Xterras and if you haven't had SMOD yet, please look into it and save yourself the money and hassle. Thank you Ry the Car Guy, your channel is awesome!

[@jayr4047]

Always very informative. Thank you.

[@Rythecarguy]

You got it! Thanks for watching.

[@ko6jay681]

I had a 2005 Xterra SE. Yes the timing chain tensioners wore down on mine at around 57,000 miles. Luckily it was still under the powertrain warranty so Nissan took care of that for free but then at 110,000 miles it did it again and I paid $1100 to have the tensioners replaced again. Also the SMOD, luckily I heard about that before it happened so I got a new radiator and no problems. I now have a 2012 Xterra PRO 4X and love it. Although I had two cats replaced within 6 months of each other and now I need a new rack and pinion. Love your videos and my Xterra!

[@daniellee100]

Change oil and filter every 3000-4000 miles. Mine has 95k miles (07 offroad titan swapped) and the tensioners and guides are still doing good. Never replaced.

[@atraincg1]

Solid resource for Xterra information. Thank you!

[@Rythecarguy]

👍🏻💪🏻

[@ericbettis4249]

Great video. You hit on the two that I was most concerned with. 1. I got the SMOD and had to replace my transmission and radiator. I didn't see it on the radiator cap but transmission fluid was a much lighter almost pink and a little frothy. I found out that it destroyed my transmission because the car would not start and popped all kinds of communication errors like wheel speed. 2. The whiny sound, mine is making it and I had a Nissan mechanic tell me exactly what you said. Oh and he were to fix it I'd be looking at about $2,000 mostly labor. Also thanks for tip about cabin filter I'm definitely going to change mine.

[@deborahmcc3678]

I love all your videos they’re always helping me in there so informative and it gives me a way to talk to a mechanic that might think that I don’t know anything about my car

[@Rythecarguy]

So glad to hear! 💪🏻

[@generationx9294]

Hey Ry! Great video and content, specifically regarding Nissan Xterras. I had a 2005 and (now, regretfully!) traded in 7 years ago. I absolutely loved it. Now currently in the market for another '05 or '06 to buy cash. Something about the body style on those specific years I really like. New subscriber here ✌🏽😎

[@pretor89]

Going used xterra shopping soon, this video is just what I need. Thank you

[@zachsteele6964]

Did you get one?

[@pretor89]

Zach Steele I did, I got a 2011 xterra!

[@macsawesomeplace]

06 Xterra 216,xxx miles. I've done or had done rebuilt transmission at 204,000 miles(3rd ring gear failure, no warning prior to failure), new catalytic converters, engine and transmission mounts, all engine gaskets, all suspension components(including anti-sway bushings and links and leaf spring bushings/shackles, ball joints) inner and outer tie rods, VIAS valve to name the biggest jobs. Everything else is original and working properly. Still haven't had an issue with timing chains and I bypassed the radiator years ago. It's a great vehicle and I see many others on the road.

[@masoncraft4278]

Great video! Looking at getting an xterra soon and am real glad I found this video. Keep it up man🤙🏼

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad I could help! You keep watching, Ill keep making.

[@roxanewilliams1337]

Overall, great information. Thanks

[@_gramcrakka_82]

Love the vids. Your breakdown on the guides helped me some when I ended up rebuilding my engine. Vote 1 for the chain failing and 6 valves smashing my pistons. Rebuilt the heads. Inspected the pistons. Sourced valves through a machine shop. FYI nissan does not make replacement valves that fit the vq40. If you replace chains and guides use OEM replacement. My guides were laying in the pan. Had scarring on the cams from pieces of tensioner grinding in. I'll never trust a mechanic again after that debacle.

[@denisedaniels9841]

What mileage were you at when the chain failed? Was the guides damaged? Are they made of plastic.? So, could be either chain failure or the guides failed. really interested to know which you think it was,,

[@_gramcrakka_82]

@@denisedaniels9841 100k original shop rebuild. 107k chain explosion and total rebuild at home. pretty sure the main tensioner failed. Couldn't really tell with a giant pile of shrapnel. Also found bb's of rtv stuck here and there. They did a horrendous job.

[@aznguywu]

Ry, you make amazing content for the xterra community! have helped with many issues and educated me on alot of the xterra problems that i wasnt aware of before hand. we would love to see some videos of wheel bearing replacements front and specifically rear. i have an 06 SE and my rear is being difficult. i juat bought an 08 offroad yesterday and i heard they are different than the SE. C200K VS M226. both are auto.

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad to help! I do have one side that I believe is leaking in the rear. I might just swap out a bearing while I am in there. I am currently shopping for a warehouse to use as my studio and would likely wait on a job like that until I have the space to do it in. Right now I am in a really night 2 car garage. Nice choice on the offroad, I really to pick up a 4WD.

[@tl9819]

This video convinced me to sell my 07 Xterra. Thank you!

[@Rythecarguy]

lol not the intention but hopefully you found peace with the decision. 🤘🏻

[@mb1636]

Thanks for excellent tips. if I made add, another notorious issue is engine oil cooler leak. It is simple 1hr work replacing gasket behind oil filter/oil cooler. Watching this Stay@home covid19 n be safe !

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks!

[@theadventuresofjavier8698]

Excellent video. Stay safe and healthy

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks man. You too!

[@tinaroberts5615]

Thanks for the advice. I did not even know about the filter in the glove box

[@Rythecarguy]

My pleasure! 👍🏻

[@spencerdahl6520]

Great video man!!!

[@Rythecarguy]

Thank you! 👍🏻

[@Morningstar_Actual]

Going to check out an 08 today for dirt cheap, thanks for this vid!

[@Rythecarguy]

Of course! Hope it went well!

[@dustinleonsky4513]

The 2005 and up Nissan Xterra and Frontier share the same 4.0 V6 Engine. 2015 was the last model year for the Nissan Xterra in North America. Up to 2019, the Nissan Frontier had the same 4.0 V6. For the 2020 and 2021 model years, the body style stayed the same, but the Frontier received a new 3.8 V6.

[@patdrumm3770]

OOO!! I found a great thing for you to fix on your X. Replace the brake lines from the rusting out steel ones!

[@wildgamerecipes6353]

I bought a 2010 Pathfinder and went to change the cabin air filter. Ended up finding a service record stating the truck I had just bought ended up having about 100k more miles on it than what was stated. I’ve had to do a bunch of work on it now that I didn’t think I’d have to do. Thanks to a lot of your videos I’ve been able to much of the work on my own.

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad to help. Sorry to hear about those surprise miles.

[@jobas6891]

This video helps alot, keep them coming, my xterra thanks you haha

[@Rythecarguy]

You got it!! 👍🏻💪🏻🤘🏻

[@Alex-xd6ng]

loved this video thanks for explaining

[@Rythecarguy]

You're so welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@danielherrera402]

Good Video, Thinking twice about getting an xterra..... 😬

[@OnceUponaTimeline]

Thanx! Just bought a 2015 xterra and seeing what things need to be checked. I had the dealer inspect it but I don't hold tons of trust in them seeing as how they missed that the fuel cover door was being held on by magnets (something the seller had already told me about). Seems like it's in overall good shape though, just a few minor things, the fuel door is already fixed, we just needed to reposition the spring a bit. These xterra forums showed us that fix too! :-)

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad it helped

[@businjay]

Nice Video Man, I've had an 05/12 and now a 2017 Frontier all with the Auto, The aux cooler for the trans is more than enough to keep the trans cool so I just Bypassed the Radiator trans cooler entirely when I found out about the SMOD problem. Didn't replace the radiator at all. Just put a Loop of hose between the 2 ports on the rad so keep the coolant in. I caught it within a few days of it happening. Anyway, Truck had 190k on it when I traded it in 2012, Was a good truck. Keep up the cool videos man. I'm about to watch your exterra Lift video. I kind of want to do that to my 17 SL frontier. we will see, I just put new camber bolts in it the other day.

[@claudiodiez55]

Did the radiator bypass years ago .

[@gabrielcanty4825]

This was very helpful

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad it helped. Tell all your friends. Lol

[@andrewjohnston7382]

Great video! Very informative.

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@galencurrington8704]

I have had to replace the cam sensors twice both sides. Doing a rear axle seal now if you doing any heavy towing you have to replace them too. I’m also replacing a bad rear wheel bearing hub while I’m at it on the other side. I did the radiator swap before the 90k miles years ago before it went out. 165k still going strong. 2005 se 2wd

[@samuelb9143]

Excellent - thanks Ry

[@Rythecarguy]

Anytime dude! Thanks for watching!

[@juanotzoy6502]

Very helpful video 👍.

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carltongossett2282]

Yes great job thanks 👍

[@falcon3141]

Excellent video!

[@Rythecarguy]

Thanks! 🤘🏻👍🏻

[@FERNANDOOLIVERAS]

I just buy an 2006 xterra and i have to change 2 of the 4 catallytic cobverter (very expense job close to $1500) But im still love it it has 117549 miles on it and is a very smoth drive Before this one i have a 2001 with 387641 miles and still runing wirh out problems Thanks for your video

[@carlapletcher4709]

I have a 2010 Xterra with Automatic. She has 255,000 miles. The only thing so far I had to replace (my son in law did it for me) was the rear axle. We just got one from a junk yard. My husband thought it was the transmission so we got a transmission with 72,000 miles on it. But it was indeed the rear axle. My husband is not a car dude. I am a car girl and I like to do things myself. He replaced my window in the Xterra and I know he didn’t put all the screws back in so now it rattles. I do need to make repairs on her and I came across a video of you repainting the bumpers and grill. She definitely needs some love since I got her back from my youngest daughter (not a responsible car person of other peoples cars). I love my Xterra and I got her used with 75,000 miles on her and I have had her for 8 years Aug this year. You definitely worried me about the SMOD since I have an automatic but I will definitely be checking on that a lot more since she has so many miles. Thank you for your videos! I know I will be looking at them a lot since I need to repair her.

[@ChicklyFarms]

Also, Xterra's built in the PNW, WA or OR specifically, were subject of defective products lawsuit. Most of those vehicles however were higher mileage before problematic, resulting in little to no recover. I was offered a $1000 coupon for a brand-new Nissan of choice because my Xterra odometer was approaching 300k miles. Sure, I shopped around, but having upgraded the suspension, exhaust, power steering and replacing the ECM on recall, I decided on the rebuilt version of the same engine from Japan in March 2020. The pandemic was full throttle then. Already, parts were difficult to obtain, but before the first snow in late November, my winter ride was ready. 5k installed resolved any maintenance issues. The plug-in engine included a new radiator and an oil pump. Since then, the camshaft sensors were replaced. Any vehicle driven requires routine maintenance. So, thank you so very much for your instructional vids. Best wishes, Wen

[@Rythecarguy]

$1000 bucks? Thats it? Kinda crumby. Glad you got it worked out!

[@21stcenturybohemian]

Good job. Thank you.

[@mattandrews684]

Good list of things to expect on an Xterra. From what I have read, the timing chain issue is only a problem from 2005 to 2010 after which Nissan finally changed the timing chain guides to better (metal, not plastic)material. Any Xterra after 2010 will not have an issue with SMOD or the timing chain problems. Glad to see more Xterra content. Did you do a video on the valve cover replacement?

[@lecyalphamaids9134]

Matt??? i was thinking the same thing, i own an 09/X and was wondering why they only went to 2007? when some of those after seems to have had the same problems, chains and such? [one thing also, my 09 was bought in Dec./2009, so it was one of the last one built for the 2009 year, right?]

[@michaeljakob1033]

Remember, 2005 and newer, Nissan got bought by Renault. Bad decision for owners. Try to get a mecanic to join you for research /buy a Nissan Xterra 1999 to 2003. Those are real tanks

[@povertyspec9651]

@@michaeljakob1033 The second gen is a far superior vehicle over the first gen.

[@bravo9130]

Enjoy all your videos they have been a great help with doin different repairs to my Xterra. Have you changed the secondary timing chain guides? Does the whining go away or is it constant? Sounds like the guides are going on mine, however it's not as whiny or goes away after driving it more than 20 minutes. Any thoughts? Thanks and keep the videos coming.

[@bosscerena91]

Hey. I just found your page. I just bought a 2002 Nissan Xterra and I have so many questions 😩 I’m so lost. 1st time Nissan owner and 2 SUV owner. Love from Chicago. Stay safe out there love

[@CurtisRist]

Great Video, I have an 07 Offroad edition with a six speed manual. One note on the fluids is to be sure that if the gear oil is changed in the transmission, you need to use the Nissan product. A dealer once replaced the gear oil with something different and it affected the shifting.

[@Rythecarguy]

Oh wild.

[@davidr9651]

Another great RY video. Same issues with Pathfinder & Frontier. I know you are aware of this, but many watchers may not be.

[@Rythecarguy]

Yea good call, changed the title to better reflect that. Thank you!

[@darkrulier]

my 06 Frontier has the same issue with the oil gauge, low RPM pressure drops and bounces up and down but never turns on the oil light. I got scared and decided to open up the front part of the engine to replace the Y shape gasket. Well, I found out that the gasket was good, it was just the gauge. At that point, I had all the parts, timing chains, water pump, etc and changed everything. So, If you are unsure what your problem is just do a good oil pressure test and avoid spending money necessarily.

[@billhuman448]

Thank you for the info did not know facebook has a x members with info ours is a 2007 automatic have only had minor items so far and fluids etc next is when it hits to 100K will be getting timing belt done bought ours 2007 and still rides smooth, thanks again for the info

[@zackdietz5958]

Holy crap this video was great ..answered alot of shit going on..thanks ry thanks man..

[@Rythecarguy]

My pleasure dude!

[@KaiAdventure]

I've learned a lot from your channel and I like your new top 5 format video. Thanks! I have a 2012 Xterra Pro4X. Bought it brand new back then. 92k miles currently. I have followed the maintenance manual very closely, but it doesn't say to ever replace transmission or differential fluids, except in the "optional premium service" section, so I've never done it. What interval do you recommend?

[@jaroslawkanski7180]

Front, rear, and transfer case fluids are cheap, and there is no reason not to change them. I would recommend using the Amsoil gear oil every 30K miles or so. While doing the rear differential oil, also check the differential breather on the right side of 'an egg'. It can get clogged, and might lead to blowing your seals in the rear axle. Enjoy!

[@Agent.K.]

Another common issue for people who off-road the X and go “full send” is, weak engine mounts and front diff (R180). They kinda break easily. But that’s for heavy off-road use that includes jumping and pedal to the metal in 4lo.

[@galencurrington8704]

I am doing a rear wheel bearing hub and by the time it’s all said and done just get a new axle it’s actually less heartache that taking it all apart and replacing everything one by one. While pressing everything off a managed to warp the backing plate now I have to buy a new one. Take it from me it’s easier to buy a complete axle shaft than to just try and replace the bearing.

[@danielgrow8502]

And by the way great video thanks

[@Rythecarguy]

You're welcome, thanks for watching.

[@pamelaluce4250]

I have a 2005 Xterra and love this 4x4. And your video was great. So informative. I do have a question for you please. I NEED to get way brighter headlights, I've already tried 3 different types from a automotive store and all failed. I've cleaned the outside of plastic cover too. There are so many to choose from online, and I have no clue what to do? Any advise would be much appreciated. Thanks you

[@billnu]

Great video. Going to test drive a 2009 shortly

[@Rythecarguy]

Enjoy! They are great. Let me know if you have any questions.

[@billnu]

@@Rythecarguy It was 3 quarts low on oil. Made me a nervous so I backed off. Happy to find out that I fit very well in Xterras. Plenty of headroom once you are seated. There will be another.

[@b7m3w5g]

Thank you nice video

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad you liked it

[@coronaextra667]

Ive owned an 07 for about 3 years and ive been dogging it daily and never fixed anything on it. I knew about the smod before i bought it and still havent done anything about it. Starting to get paranoid lmao but its a beast. My guides have sounded like that since day 1 also smdh.

[@samiam5557]

at least disconnect the Trans fluid line from the radiator, and make it a closed loop, but still use the trans cooler.

[@NuzzywtheWuzzy]

The primary cats tend to go bad around the 100k mark and can be a bear to replace. OEM replacements are $600 each from rockauto with core.

[@lr22same47]

Good stuff!

[@Rythecarguy]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@matthewditzenberger3168]

Helpful! Thanks

[@Rythecarguy]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching.

[@matthewditzenberger3168]

Ry the car guy: I like the graphics, the sound effects are fun and you made a dry subject entertaining. Thanks for the tips!

[@Rythecarguy]

You got it man!

[@ferasal-khayyat3688]

You can also discuss the problem of hitting the rear bump stops almost every time you go over obstacles or big bumps or if the car is loaded.

[@Rythecarguy]

Interesting, I’ve never heard of this.

[@macsawesomeplace]

Leaf spring bushings and shackles need replaced. That will help. Had the same issue.

[@claudiodiez55]

I have a 2005 many years ago I did the transmission hose bypass #1 thing to do.

[@Rythecarguy]

Right on!

[@theeditorrestrial]

nice info..found a 2015 Pro4x with 70k miles talked to 19k out the door so I'm considering it

[@Rythecarguy]

Good choice!

[@Pirate1625]

The Xterra is a beast from Nissan we had a 2010 one with almost 500,000 miles on it, we give it away and got another 2010 with less than 80,000 miles on for $11000.00 our mechanic said it can give us another 5 years

[@Rythecarguy]

Hell yea!!

[@bigspoonboizoom6524]

My 07 Xterra is my first car and i got it a year ago. After a month I got the "Chocolate milkshake of death" (oil and trans fluid mix) but I had to get a new trans and a new radiator.

[@cachief]

Are you thinking of the strawberry milkshake of death? Rad/trans fluid mix?

[@bigspoonboizoom6524]

@@cachief no

[@Agent.K.]

How did it happen?

[@cleckler2935]

I’m looking at a 2012 with 102k miles. Thanks for the info

[@Rythecarguy]

You got it!

[@johnleesumibcay2232]

Do you have any mods you are planning for your X? Would love some in depth videos, installs, info, etc.

[@desolatetree]

I have a VQ40 Frontier, I imagine all of these relate to it too. I'm going the timing chain guides now actually! Not my only vehicle fortunately so it's taking me WAY longer to do it than it should. I panicked a little when you talked about SMOD as I hadn't heard of that. But Then you said it was on auto transmissions only, so that was a relief. :)

[@Rythecarguy]

Yes sir! Most of these are the same for you. It’s definitely good to have a manual! My X is manual too.

[@lashazaalishvili7497]

so my x is manual too ))

[@desolatetree]

@@maxstruck8450 I was looking at trucks for about six months before I finally found a manual v6 frontier. The only thing is it was a crewcab, and I wanted an extended cab. But now I'm kind of glad I got a crewcab after living with it. :)

[@alijasim3332]

hello Ray, thanks for make these great videos. i just bought an xterra 2009 with 122K KM, What can I do to prevent the SMOD from happening?

[@husseinayash]

Thanks for useful video in addition of what you mentioned, I have other problems with mu 2010 X... I rebuilt the engine in end September 2019 and these things started happening in Feb 2020I have cracking sound from down sometime it come on stating the engine and I have coolant leak from exhaust headers passenger side and stream smoke on exhaust end not always. Do you have any idea that can help me.

[@waypasthadenough]

Bought my 06 used with only 5000 miles on it. Just past 90,000 I had the transmission fluid re-routed to the smaller radiator(four wheel drive package) to prevent the strawberry milkshake problem.

[@optimusb8387]

Did u order a lot for it

[@waypasthadenough]

@@optimusb8387 I don't know what you mean.

[@optimusb8387]

@@waypasthadenough I'm sorry I meant did u order a kit not a lot

[@waypasthadenough]

@@optimusb8387 Took it to a transmission shop. I think all they added was some rubber hose.

[@marg22az]

Thanks.

[@HmongLovepho]

Hey Ry, just bought my 07 xterra 2 weeks ago. Noticed a really small amount of froth build up under my rad cap. Ended up doing a rad replacement with new trans fluid and rad flush (did this about 12 times). However I still notice some particles / small specs rolling around in the new fluid. Could be rust but idk because it wasn't present the first time. Will that be a big concern moving forward?

[@kelticdom]

Hi, have watched your videos many times to maintain my gf's xterra. One constant problem I can't fix. The over flow tank keep losing fluid. We have done the heads, new OEM thermostat. If it sits and runs, the overflow strats losing fluid through little extra drain. Any ideas? thank

[@JR-gy4cr]

Hey ry, wanted to ask you about the smog mod, it is a temporary job or im good by leaving it that way? I have a 2005 Nissan xterra automatic..

[@wharfrat8637]

I own a 2005 xterra off road with 143k miles on it. I'm replacing front struts, leaf springs and the rear shocks today. Do you have any advice on removing the back plastic side steps? It will be easier to cut bolts with a torch if they're out of the way. Installing new shackles as well.

[@TubeYou7]

so have they made a revised version of the tensioner or guide so that after you replace it you no longer have to worry about it or is it just something you're stuck with. I just bought an extra and got screwed pretty good because it's making that noise.

[@daltonsband]

Dual mass flywheel and clutch assembly is pretty weak, early iterations lasting 30-40k. Rumor was they changed friction material around 09’. Many go with aftermarket race clutch for 350z

[@Bum_Hip]

Hey Ry, love the info you offer us. I just got a 2014 Xterra with 87,000 miles. I don't know if the automatic transmission fluid has ever been changed. Was wondering your thoughts on if it was too late to do it for the first time. It shifts great, but I want to do what's best for her to help her last as long as possible. Thanks for any input you may have.

[@roccit]

Hey there, old video but I just bought a 2014. Contemplating the same issue with the same mileage. Did you go ahead with the trans fluid change?

[@Bum_Hip]

@@roccit I actually had some bad luck with the truck. It ran rough as the weather warmed up. The hotter it got out, the worse she ran. Car prices were starting to skyrocket, and I sold it for more than I bought it for, rather than trouble shooting it. It was a second vehicle, so I just moved on. Wish I had better info for you.