If you're thinking about buying or have just bought a D40 Navara heres a few questions answered:
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS ONLY A GUIDE TO HELP YOU
THIS INFO IS RELIVANT TO D40s MADE BETWEEN 2005 AND 2010 WITH 169,171 OR 174BHP ENGINES.
1. Try this site for loads of info on specific models: http://www.navaraownersclub.com/
2. Usually as with most makes of vehicle, the auto D40 is less economical than the manual version on average around 6mpg difference.
3. Some Navaras have an engine noise that sounds like a metallic rattle especially when cold, this is usually caused by "injector rattle" which is quite common in many diesel engines. It's usualy caused by a worn or partialy blocked injector jet. Some have found that adding fuel additives can cure this, as it unblocks the jets.
Sometimes it means the injector might need replacing, if the truck is still in warranty, this should be done free of charge, but many have found that resetting the ECU either resolves the issue, or gives a vast improvement. ECU reset: viewtopic.php?f=15&t=5786
Another cause of some noise can be premature wear on the timing chain tensioner, can be sorted by Nissan as a recall, but it has to be making a noise before they'll sort it, which is a bit silly as at that stage it could fail causing untold damage :shock: Not all D40's suffer this issue though :wink:
4. If the 4wd light on the dashboard is on permanently this is usually a faulty switch or moisture in the switch.
5. Clutches, especially on very early models have been a problem for some, usually these would have been replaced under warranty, an early indication of a clutch starting to fail, would be slippage accompanied by a burning smell. By all accounts the later Navaras are fitted with an uprated clutch, flywheel and peddle box, sometimes driving style will account for premature clutch wear.
6. Autos have a Torque converter, so if you are having vibration problems 50-60mph this should be looked at, also sometimes vibration is caused by wheel problems, or propshaft U.J.'s, so don't panic thinking it's the gearbox until you've had the vehicle checked.
7. Euro 3 has better fuel economy than the Euro 4 engine.
8. There is no diff lock only limited slip diffs, Uk variant only!
9. Some D40's develop a squeak under the bonnet, this can sometimes be caused by the bonnet catch rubbing, or the rubber buffer squeaking. This can usually be simply cured by smearing a little general purpose grease on the catch and buffers.
10. NO LONGER RELEVANT
11. Most tow bars are designed to bolt straight to the existing holes in the chassis. You can also buy the plug in electrics, which are very easy to fit.
12. Navaras Sat Nav does NOT do post code searches and does not play DVD's or show reverse cameras unless modified. Update: Sept 2010 facelift 190 models do have a postcode search, and the top spece has iPod and aux connection.
13. The clutch peddle sits high, and bites quite near to the top even on a new one.
14. The brakes have a soft feel to the pedal, this is normal.
15. Navara D40 05 to end of 06 were Euro 3, start of 07 and the Euro 4 was introduced better emissions, but fuel economy not as good, then in July 07 the D40 was sort of facelifted and called (08 model) Upgrades included:
Puddle lamps and indicators built into mirrors
New style alloy wheels
Entry kick plates
New look soft touch paint to interior
"Navara" decals removed from roof bars
New colours available + plus a few other little bits and pieces, but basicly the same truck.
All the above is for U.K. Navs, so other parts of the world may differ?
16. Manufacturer warranty is 60000 miles or 3 years, whatever comes first
17. The search button at the top right of the home page is your friend.
Don't let this put you off, it is only meant as a guide for you to check out any of these problems, or possible problems. Lets face it you would rather know than go in blind and who better than members and owners to give you an honest view of the Navara!
As when buying any vehicle new or used, just take the time to test, and carry out the usual inspections
If members have any more info that i have missed i will add that also
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS ONLY A GUIDE TO HELP YOU
THIS INFO IS RELIVANT TO D40s MADE BETWEEN 2005 AND 2010 WITH 169,171 OR 174BHP ENGINES.
1. Try this site for loads of info on specific models: http://www.navaraownersclub.com/
2. Usually as with most makes of vehicle, the auto D40 is less economical than the manual version on average around 6mpg difference.
3. Some Navaras have an engine noise that sounds like a metallic rattle especially when cold, this is usually caused by "injector rattle" which is quite common in many diesel engines. It's usualy caused by a worn or partialy blocked injector jet. Some have found that adding fuel additives can cure this, as it unblocks the jets.
Sometimes it means the injector might need replacing, if the truck is still in warranty, this should be done free of charge, but many have found that resetting the ECU either resolves the issue, or gives a vast improvement. ECU reset: viewtopic.php?f=15&t=5786
Another cause of some noise can be premature wear on the timing chain tensioner, can be sorted by Nissan as a recall, but it has to be making a noise before they'll sort it, which is a bit silly as at that stage it could fail causing untold damage :shock: Not all D40's suffer this issue though :wink:
4. If the 4wd light on the dashboard is on permanently this is usually a faulty switch or moisture in the switch.
5. Clutches, especially on very early models have been a problem for some, usually these would have been replaced under warranty, an early indication of a clutch starting to fail, would be slippage accompanied by a burning smell. By all accounts the later Navaras are fitted with an uprated clutch, flywheel and peddle box, sometimes driving style will account for premature clutch wear.
6. Autos have a Torque converter, so if you are having vibration problems 50-60mph this should be looked at, also sometimes vibration is caused by wheel problems, or propshaft U.J.'s, so don't panic thinking it's the gearbox until you've had the vehicle checked.
7. Euro 3 has better fuel economy than the Euro 4 engine.
8. There is no diff lock only limited slip diffs, Uk variant only!
9. Some D40's develop a squeak under the bonnet, this can sometimes be caused by the bonnet catch rubbing, or the rubber buffer squeaking. This can usually be simply cured by smearing a little general purpose grease on the catch and buffers.
10. NO LONGER RELEVANT
11. Most tow bars are designed to bolt straight to the existing holes in the chassis. You can also buy the plug in electrics, which are very easy to fit.
12. Navaras Sat Nav does NOT do post code searches and does not play DVD's or show reverse cameras unless modified. Update: Sept 2010 facelift 190 models do have a postcode search, and the top spece has iPod and aux connection.
13. The clutch peddle sits high, and bites quite near to the top even on a new one.
14. The brakes have a soft feel to the pedal, this is normal.
15. Navara D40 05 to end of 06 were Euro 3, start of 07 and the Euro 4 was introduced better emissions, but fuel economy not as good, then in July 07 the D40 was sort of facelifted and called (08 model) Upgrades included:
Puddle lamps and indicators built into mirrors
New style alloy wheels
Entry kick plates
New look soft touch paint to interior
"Navara" decals removed from roof bars
New colours available + plus a few other little bits and pieces, but basicly the same truck.
All the above is for U.K. Navs, so other parts of the world may differ?
16. Manufacturer warranty is 60000 miles or 3 years, whatever comes first
17. The search button at the top right of the home page is your friend.
Don't let this put you off, it is only meant as a guide for you to check out any of these problems, or possible problems. Lets face it you would rather know than go in blind and who better than members and owners to give you an honest view of the Navara!
As when buying any vehicle new or used, just take the time to test, and carry out the usual inspections
If members have any more info that i have missed i will add that also
