2002 Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2002

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2002 Nissan Xterra repairs by problem area

Engine (58%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (15%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (0%)

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2002 Nissan Xterra electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (56%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2002 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

212000 mi

US $7
Had to replace the Positive Battery Terminal. Too corroded 
212000 mi

US $384
Mystery short kept killing battery. Eventually vehicle wouldn't start. Shop changed starter, both problems are gone. 
212200 mi

US $60
CD is stuck in CD player Driver front speaker is blown out 
125000 mi

US $200
The clutch went out on the air conditioning compressor--replaced the clutch. 

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2002 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

123000 mi starter, no charge 
95300 mi

US $130
Battery died 
98000 mi

US $852
Starter and negative battery cable 

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2002 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

90000 mi

US $5
Battery negative connection was loose, cleaned out terminals, used washer to tighten up connection. 
136400 mi

$70
Cleaning the AC system recharge of the system with R134a and construction of harness for the auxiliary fan in front of the radiator, the one that turns on with the AC. 

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2002 Nissan Xterra Electrical Problems

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