Calling Navara D22 owners

Hi Louie

Have 3 friends who have had them , each had a turbo related issue.

1st has got a new V6 D40 (total screamer - even with 3 t boat)

2nd has a new 2.5lt D40 also auto - going well , bit heavy or fuel

3rd Won't touch them again and now has advenurter and an old 60 series.

Main non engine issues were a weak front end , broken shock mounts and linkages (even after after market better bits fitted).

Fuel consumption was overall very good - the new auto D40's use more.


Generally, a distinct lack of torque off idle - chip proved useful

I'd be concerned about even the lower tuned 3lt zd30 engines and be sure to have a backup plan / warranty.

Louie

We have one of those animals (2004-5?) for, using for 12 months and happy as Larry. I got rid of the Forester X as it wasn't big enough to do the job for me with a biggere van 1200kg.

Done 205,000KM and I have my mechanics (also mates now) keep everything in check, so they got it right up to speed but could not fix one problem, when it used to miss & splutter a bit around the 2800-2900rpm in 3rd or 4th. At my insistence they checked the Turbo and it seemed OK. Off to Quilpie and back when I reported hearing a slight 'bang' on the way home, another check 'bolt' missing off Turbo so I get them to whack another turbo in, $2,000 and that will fix everything. Wrong, off on very long WA trip and two hours into the trip even Fiona picked up 'that same miss' - she got a bit mad because of the $$$$'s, but I managed to cover up the problem by pulling right or pushing left on the gear stick (becomes relevant later) and I managed the whole 8.500km without any repeats of the 'missing' and the bride was happy.

Back home and back to my mechanical team, they were mortified but I was cool and said 'we haven't fixed the problem yet' - much research with Google led us to replace a $75 Neutral Gear Switch in/on or around the gearbox and we found an information sheet from Nissan on the ger lever trick (that was busted and I didn't know - nor did the genius mates) - apparently if you lose power/pressure or whatever from the turbo (about 10-15lbs I think) around thoe above RPM of 2800-2900, just flick the gearstick left or right and the pressure is temporarilly supplied again, as long as you hold the gearstick there will be no missing - that's how I fooled the bride.

It runs very well now and I use Yokahama tyres for lower noise on the black top.

Regards
Paul H

Thanks for the feedback so far. We're also looking at some Tritons of around the same vintage. Test drove a Rodeo (petrol auto) and was very unimpressed.

Louie

There is a nissan navara forum (navara.asia.com) - check out what they have to say. The d22 is prone to similar issues as the patrol - cracked heads etc etc. With the mileage that one has on it I'd be getting it checked out very thoroughly before buying a $7k repair bill.

The CDI are having trouble with injectors and blowing black smoke.
Only the Autos have a DPF filter fitted. Clutch is also been a cause of concern.

IMOP they drive very well and have reasonable performance and economy. Reported to be from 9 to 13 Lts per 100. Towing capacity is greater then the vehicle really likes to tow. This may have been revised down on the later version, I am not sure.

Cheers
Wayne B

I was checking one out to tow my 1500Kg van but went away from it as they have clutch issues when towing and it has a very high first gear. The D40 has a better gear ratio.

Mine was the later model so you better check what I said applied to your model.

Thanks all. We've gone cold on the Navara. My FIL had someone from a Nissan dealer look at it. Turns out they sold it new. It's a bit overpriced for the kms and had a few "issues" so we've changed direction.

Can't wait to get a vehicle though and get back into doing some touring and camping. And maybe spending a bit of time back on the forum.

Louie