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Car Forum / Nissan / Nissan Altima / February 2004

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Nissan Altima 2.5S

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catgirl095 - 09 Jan 2004 02:46 GMT
I have a 2003 Altima 2.5S with less than 4000 miles on it.  I find that it does not like to rune cold (I have to start it and let it run for 3-5 minutes or it shifts real hard) and I don't seem to be getting the estimated mileage the dealer said I would do.  Any similar problems?
Papa Ray - 11 Jan 2004 01:05 GMT
You didn't say, but is it an automatic? How many miles, how long or
miles has it been since it has had new plugs? If its cold(like under
35 degrees or so) it is normal for it to shift a little jerkey until
the transmission fluid gets up to temp. Have it checked or check it
youself to make sure it has the correct level of fluid (DO NOT
overfill it).

Milage will vary, depending on how driven, where driven and what tune
the engine is in. Driving around town, stop and start, idle time and
such your milage may be up to ten miles a gal less than driving at a
steady speed of 70 on the highway using your cruise control.

Keeping the car tuned, using the right weight of oil, the correct psi
in the tires and keeping your foot out of the accelerator your car
will give the best mpg that it can.

Dealers tell lies, look on the net for other peoples gas mileage and
get a general comparison number. But don't feel bad if your a little
under them. Cars are like people, they are all different and no one
person drives like the other or under the same exact road and traffic
conditions.
Scott McCrae - 08 Feb 2004 15:42 GMT
Ray-he has less than 4000 miles on the car so a lot of your plugs,tune, talk
are moot.....he has barely broken it in..
> You didn't say, but is it an automatic? How many miles, how long or
> miles has it been since it has had new plugs? If its cold(like under
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> person drives like the other or under the same exact road and traffic
> conditions.
 
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