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Post by pharmadave on Jun 2, 2017 0:28:06 GMT 11
I decided to change the cabin air filter as I started noticing the air coming from the vents having a bit of a funny smell. I bought a replacement activated charcoal filter. Found some instructions online about replacing it. I thought I'd share a picture of the filter that I removed from the car. If you haven't changed yours, I highly encourage you to strongly consider it for the sake of your lungs.  By the way, the filter is supposed to be tissue paper white. |
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Post by Phoebe on Jun 2, 2017 6:13:59 GMT 11
Where is it? The only filter I know if is the aircon filter, which they want to change when they service my LEAF but I was advised early on I don't need to as I don't use the aircon and the filter was as clean as a whistle.
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Post by pharmadave on Jun 2, 2017 9:14:02 GMT 11
It is located in the centre console behind the gps unit. It's accessed via the passenger side foot well. There are videos on YouTube of people changing it. I'll post the links.
Be careful of the clips that hold it in place, I accidental snapped both sides of the clip due to my clumsiness, it should be a cheap enough part to replace.
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Post by rusdy on Jun 2, 2017 12:47:10 GMT 11
... I bought a replacement activated charcoal filter. Found some instructions online about replacing it. ... Any filter will do? Standard sizes? What part number do I use if I want to replace this myself? No need from dealer? |
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Post by pharmadave on Jun 3, 2017 11:06:03 GMT 11
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Post by duncan on Jun 10, 2017 9:30:14 GMT 11
They are also on the service schedule so nissan should change them every 2 years at service....it's not like they have much else to do...
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Post by pharmadave on Jun 10, 2017 10:48:46 GMT 11
Any idea what they actually do at the service? I've never had one done, not yet anyway.
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Post by Phoebe on Jun 10, 2017 11:12:39 GMT 11
Change the air filters, top up the fluid in the windscreen wipers, get a reading on the battery, check the 12 volt battery, check the tyres - really difficult things like that. The only reason I ever got it done was warranty is voided if you don't. Now I'll probably only go once a year for a rego check - I'll need my first one of those in November.
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Post by pharmadave on Jun 10, 2017 14:06:52 GMT 11
In that case, I've just replaced my own cabin air filter, put a new optima 12V battery in, got brand new front and rear wiper blades, tyres are quite a bit above wear indicators and hardly use the windscreen washer fluid.
I guess I might hold off on the service till after winter at least.
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Post by Phoebe on Jun 10, 2017 14:16:47 GMT 11
Yes, so long as your not worried about possible warranty claims.
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Post by pharmadave on Jun 10, 2017 14:19:54 GMT 11
Car is out of warranty as of Feb 2017, only warranty I have left is the Battery warranty which is another 2 years.
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Post by duncan on Jun 25, 2017 8:30:41 GMT 11
No point going to Nissan for the service then, just take it to any competent mechanic if it's out of warranty and doesn't have any EV related error lights. They are mechanically and 12v electrically just another hatchback
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Post by Phoebe on Jun 25, 2017 11:08:17 GMT 11
No point going to Nissan for the service then, just take it to any competent mechanic if it's out of warranty and doesn't have any EV related error lights. They are mechanically and 12v electrically just another hatchback Can any competent mechanic do a rego check, too. What need to be checked in a rego check? I'll need one in November. |
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Post by 4wardthinking on Jul 2, 2017 8:52:20 GMT 11
Important note here,
Have the substance filtered out analysed, and have a look under a microscope at it. It's shocking.
These cabin air filters are a giant leap forward in occupant health, and well worth the out-lay.
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Post by alison on Jul 8, 2017 14:55:02 GMT 11
They are also on the service schedule so nissan should change them every 2 years at service....it's not like they have much else to do... Just had mine serviced and they didn't have a filter in stock, they said mine was clean enough anyway. At least they deducted the filter cost from the service charge. |
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Post by duncan on Jul 20, 2017 22:07:30 GMT 11
No point going to Nissan for the service then, just take it to any competent mechanic if it's out of warranty and doesn't have any EV related error lights. They are mechanically and 12v electrically just another hatchback Can any competent mechanic do a rego check, too. What need to be checked in a rego check? I'll need one in November. Sorry for the slow response Phoebe...but on the bright side at least it's not November yet  Yes pretty much every mechanic in NSW can do a rego check for about $25. Definitely never pay dealer prices for that... |
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Post by pharmadave on Aug 31, 2017 10:57:29 GMT 11
I booked myself in for a dealer service next week as the car is prompting me that a service is due. The dealer worked out that it should be due for the 40,000 service which is considered a major service. Anyone have a record of their 40,000km service and what work was done at that service and cost?
Thanks in advance.
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Post by lesmando24 on Aug 31, 2017 11:03:46 GMT 11
$343.55
Brake flush, Air Filter, 12V Battery test, Traction battery report, lubricate doors / locks, Windscreen fluid and a plug.
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