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2004 Nissan Z repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (9%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (38%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (1%)

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2004 Nissan Z electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (11%)

$100 - $499 (41%)

< $100 (48%)

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Chart based on 27 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2004 Nissan Z 2dr Hatch

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

51000 mi

US $2
Blown fuse for passenger compartment power outlets (cigarette lighters). $1.76 easily replaced fuse. 
55000 mi

US $84
The window motor on the driver side was starting to go out. Replaced with a Dorman 742-511. It's a little louder than the stock motor, but seems more powerful - it works. 
103000 mi

US $10
Drivers side headlight went out 
106000 mi

US $20
Passenger side headlight went out 
79500 mi

US $120
Left window motor replaced 
102000 mi

US $250
Driver and passenger seat electrical adjustment switches were non-functioning. Both seat switches were replaced. 
105000 mi

US $60
Replaced driver's side window motor. 
15500 mi Radio replaced after CDs would not play out of left side speakers 
27900 mi Driver's side door window motor failure, CD fails to play out of left speakers 
56000 mi

US $250
Driver's window motor replaced. Previous owner had installed a re-manufactored motor. Replaced with OEM Switch on passenger's seat replaced 
49300 mi

US $210
Window motor died. I tried to clean it but that didn't work. It was shot. 
33480 mi Something was fixed in order to correct the fluctuating gas gauge 
24000 mi

US $112
Replaced window left motor. 

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2004 Nissan Z 2dr Hatch

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

7765 mi Driver side window motor replaced 
19041 mi Passenger window motor replaced 
160000 mi

US $450
Starter motor was failing, replaced. Was a tougher job on ramps, would recommended a lift. 
111000 mi Driver side airbag module failed. Diagnosed fault. Now Repaired. 
67300 mi

US $465
Driver's side window motor stopped working. A trusted private shop quoted me $275+tax for the parts and $190 for labor. It's been 1 week since I got it fixed and so far no issues. 
84000 mi

US $200
driver side front drive/parking light bulb replaced. 

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2004 Nissan Z 2dr Convertible

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD

66000 mi

US $300
passenger side window lift motor failed. had to be replaced (by me). 
83000 mi

US $3
Left side window motor died. Bought and installed #540 uncut upright brushes. Works perfect! 
99000 mi

US $55
Immobilizer system malfunction. Reprogram keyes 
103000 mi

US $500
Immobilizer... again! 
84500 mi

US $500
New ac 
95000 mi

US $60
Both Window motors needed to be cleaned (debris on brushes), windows would fail to actuate. Owner self repaired motors, will see how long they now last. 
84500 mi

US $320
Driver Power seat would not go back. Power switch replaced 
45000 mi

US $260
Replace power seat switch for drivers side. back of seat 

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2004 Nissan Z 2dr Convertible

287-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD

36000 mi Car Stereo. Sub Woofer would cut in an out. Researched issue and determined the problem was not uncommon and most likely caused by a defective Head Unit. Not repaired / replaced due to potential cost. 
66000 mi

US $687
Driver side power window motor and regulator replaced. First noticed problem of window staying in down position and not going up at request. Stop lamp switch on brake pedal had short in it, sometimes not turning the brake lights on when the brakes were applied. 

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2004 Nissan Z Electrical Problems

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