1999 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 1999

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1999 Nissan Sentra repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (22%)

Brakes and Traction Control (11%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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1999 Nissan Sentra 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

223000 mi

US $450
Also, new muffler installed (joint connecting muffler to exhaust pipe failed) 
152000 mi

US $100
Problem: accelerator feels "sticky". Solution: clean the throttle body. 
161500 mi

US $326
Problem: excessive coolant leak (from max to min in less than a week) when car cools down after driving it. (Supposed) diagnostics: leaking thermostat housing Worked performed: thermostat, thermostat housing & connecting hose Took the car on a road trip right after. Coolant leak still here (had to refill 3 times in 4 days). Repair was not successful. Went back to the shop a week later. 
163000 mi

US $466
Problem: excessive coolant leak (from max to min in less than a week) Diagnostics: defective water pump Worked performed: water pump changed (also replaced "for free" clamps for hose attached to power steering reservoir (small leak) 

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1999 Nissan Sentra Engine Problems

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