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Thanks for the info. I guess mine is leaking because its 12 years old. Its the original radiator. Im being charged $70 to install it if I bring the parts.

i had a pressure test done on the radiatot and its leaking from the top. They also found the water pump is dripping. I just got the water pump Jan 2008. The radiator I can get for 139.94 is plastic. the mechanic can get me one which is metal for 280. Does anyone know how long a platic one can last and should I go with the metal one?

Ok I can get the radiator for $139.94 from a place that only sells radiators. I found a shop that will only charge me $66.42 labor. That will inlcude pressure test and coolant. Should I replace the thermostat? Its only been on there for a year & 1/2. Unfortantely The mechanic who said it was the bushing lifted my truck today and said the rack & pinion needs to be replaced. He saw more then what he was thinking. He had said it was the bushing by the description of the problem I gave him. I've attached pics of my radiator.

Does anyone know a good mechanic in the Orlando, Florida area?

Funny thing is I checked my radiator today and its full. The mechanic said that its leaking from the top. You see some dried up stuff on top. I will post a pic tomorrow of what they see. I'm also going to a shop that only works on radiators.

Cool thanks for the help. The sound is definitly coming from the black box under the glove. I will insert a shop vac and see what happens. I wish I could remove the whole cover, but I can settle for just open it a bit.

Is there anyone that can please tell me how to remove the box or where I can find instructions? Thanks

I just called Nissan and was told the bushings are not sold seperatly. Can this be true for a 1997 Pathfinder LE?

I just saw a 3rd shop and he told me its not the whole rack. He said its the bushings that need to be replaced. He said he believes I can only get them at the dealer. Anyone know of any where else I can get them? Also I had him look at the A/C Compressor and the radiator. He said change the radiator before the A/C compressor because the raditor is startin to leak from the top. I was given to price to replace radiator. (see below) I was told if the compressor stops working I can still drive the truck. Was he correct? Radiator estimate 1: $544 1.radiator ($203.25) 2. thermostat ($48.10) 3. thermostat housing gasket ($2.60) 4. cooling system (pressure test for leaks, ck thermostat & heater operation, ck all hoses & belts, drain & flush system & add coolant) $56.00 5. coolant ($24.95) 6. total labor cost = $266.00 Radiator estimate 2: $295 1.radiator ($203.25) 2. total labor cost = $91.00 If I get the parts then I will only be charged labor, but I won't have a warranty if the work is done wrong. Any suggestions?

Thank you all for your replies. What actually happen was that I went to get an alignment because my steering wheel was off center. They corrected the alignment and when he test drove it he noticed the steering wheel was still off. It was not pulling to one side at all. If I drive down the street the steering wheel is straight. Once I make a left or right it goes off center. When I make another turn its centered again. I went to a different shop today and was also told the R & P needs to be replaced. It shakes when you turn the wheel. They lifted the truck and I saw what they meant. 2nd shop price = $731.51 I requested for the shop to take a look at my A/C because it has been making a loud rattling sound when its turned on for almost a year and a 1/2. It has cold air coming out , but it takes about 10 min for the cold air to kick in. Sometimes I have to press the A/C button on & off a few times for it to work. I was told it was the compressor and if I don't replace it and it breaks my belts will snap and the fan will stop spinning. I took it today to another shop and was told the same thing. The cost at the 2nd shop was $718.71. The first shop wanted $1,122. The radiator is not a big issue yet the 2nd shop said. He did say the compressor should be done first. If I buy the parts the 2nd shop will charge me $39.00 per hour labor cost. I will be going to a 3rd shop tomorrow.

I have the same problem on a 97. I took it to two shops and was told the rack and pinion needs to be changed. _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

I went to get a wheel alignment and was told my Rack & Pinion needs to be replaced ($866.81). I was also told radiator is leaking from the top corner and needs to be replaced. I was hearing a bad sound when I would turn the A/C on so I had them check. I was told that I need a new A/C Compressor, Receiver Drier, A/C Expansion Valve & Evac & Recharge for a total of $1,122.92. Does anyone know where I can get these parts for a good price? This mechanic charges $89 per hour labor cost. I found a shop that will only charge me $39 per hour labor cost if I bring the parts. I was at the point of getting rid of the truck since its value is only $3000, but if I can get it all done for a good price I think it might be worth fixing. Does anyone know where I can get these parts for a good price? Pathfinder LE 1997

Is there anyone that can please tell me how to remove the box or where I can find instructions? Thanks

Whats a MAF?

Can someone please help me. I need to get rid of the sound.

Anyone? Please help?

I had the same problem a few months ago. What I did was switch to Shell gas 87 octane (was using BJ's gas since 2002) and poured a can of Sea Foam into my gas tank. After the first 100 miles and got better. I don't know if it was the gas or the Sea Form or a combination of both. I haven't had the problem since. I hope what I did works for you.

I want to do this tomorrow (Saturday). Please help. Thanks....

Thanks guys. I'll try it tomorrow and keep you posted.

When I'm at a stand still the Temp Gauge rises almost to the top and when I begin to move it returns to normal. What can be causing this problem? I have anti-freeze in the radiator.

How do you open the box? I'm hearing a rattling sound coming from the box. Thanks 97 Nissan Pathfinder LE

Thanks, Is this something easy to remove? If so is there anywhere on this site that I can find instructions?

Anyone? I've looked in the manual and can't find anything.

I found where the rattling sound is coming from. It's coming from a Box (Black) right under the glove compartment. When I applied pressure to it the sound was gone. Does anyone one know what that box is (1997 LE)?

So its safe to say it won't cause me to break down.