On some 2001 circa Pathfinders and QX4's there is another bleed screw (actually a bolt) closer to the front of the engine on the passenger side that you also need to bleed. Bleeding works better if you drive the car up on to ramps or a curb to get some height. Also, turn the heater on while you are revving the engine to get the air out of the heater core and hoses.
I really appreciate your video. I ordered a replacement radiator and was able to easily replace it. I did have problems with my bleeder valve though. When I pulled the little rubber stopper off it was corroded. I had to take an ice pick and jam it down in there. After that I was able to properly bleed my system. It's cooling like a champ now.
Shayne, did you order a genuine OEM replacement or aftermarket? Also, if it was a aftermarket replacement, what brand did you purchase and how has it been performing? Your reply is much appreciated.
Dont forget to refill the auto transmission fluid after installing radiator. It goes in the straw with dip on left side, not the black canister which is power steering.
is it really necessary to detach radiator from fan shroud. Looking at mine, it looks like the upper and lower radiator hoses, one hose going to the heater core, and the other two going to the transmission are all that are required to be detached. - aside from the two bolted down bridges up top. I'm about to do mine tomorrow.
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On some 2001 circa Pathfinders and QX4's there is another bleed screw (actually a bolt) closer to the front of the engine on the passenger side that you also need to bleed. Bleeding works better if you drive the car up on to ramps or a curb to get some height. Also, turn the heater on while you are revving the engine to get the air out of the heater core and hoses.
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Very thorough and helpful. Thank you! Thought this was going to be a much bigger job.
I really appreciate your video. I ordered a replacement radiator and was able to easily replace it. I did have problems with my bleeder valve though. When I pulled the little rubber stopper off it was corroded. I had to take an ice pick and jam it down in there. After that I was able to properly bleed my system. It's cooling like a champ now.
Having a problem with my bleeder valve as well. Took it off and it feels like it is clogged with something. Not really sure how to unclog it
Shayne, did you order a genuine OEM replacement or aftermarket? Also, if it was a aftermarket replacement, what brand did you purchase and how has it been performing? Your reply is much appreciated.
Dont forget to refill the auto transmission fluid after installing radiator. It goes in the straw with dip on left side, not the black canister which is power steering.
is it really necessary to detach radiator from fan shroud. Looking at mine, it looks like the upper and lower radiator hoses, one hose going to the heater core, and the other two going to the transmission are all that are required to be detached. - aside from the two bolted down bridges up top. I'm about to do mine tomorrow.
Would this be the same process for a 1999 QX4?
Very helpful thanks
When you disconnect the transmission hoses, how much fluid do you lose? Should I drain the transmission first?
Thank you for this video.
Excellent video
great video
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Good stuff
awesome video