2001 Pathfinder strut replacement due to a broken spring. 

kept looking, didn't find. even looked for a part two video.

Thank you Mobile5... I make them to help others, because so many people need that little bit of visual information.

I would assume in Texas, that the body and frame wouldn't rust out? Here in Canada, rust is a big problem. If the vehicle is not rusted out, it was much cheaper to replace all suspension components rather than buy either another used vehicle with potential problems, or new. Every situation is unique. I now see a lot of 'barn" and 'yard' find vehicles being pulled out and refurbished on RU-vid. It might have a lot to do with shortages or RU-vid content? I still drive my 2001 Pathfinder 5-speed that I bought used in 2013, but I also have a 2022 Kona N-line AWD Ultimate.

You are welcome. I post these videos hoping someone learns from the information.

My intentions is to give tips and tricks, not show the frustration of busting rusty stuff. thx

Thank you Pedro.. it is satisfying to help others.

It helps keep my immune system sharp. My other Pathfinder has a passenger side broken spring.. damn !

I am reluctant to 'upgrade' as there is no suitable vehicle available. I am hoping Nissan puts a good diesel in their smallest pickup, and maybe hook her up to a fifth wheel for travelling. In the meantime, I bought four Pathfinder wrecks of the same vintage for parts, and at 270,000 km have only replaced front springs, both front cv axles, rear bushings, the #1 coil and the MAF sensor, plus repair the headlamp connector behind the battery. PS Two of the 'wrecks' could be road worthy with a bit of work, and flipped(sold). I like the concept of CVT, but it isn't proven durable enough, yet.

That's a good way to do it. I'd do the same thing if I had the real estate. By the way, just got back a few hours ago from servicing my front brakes. They were making some weird noise and I remember having replaced the pads not that long ago. Sure enough, the lower guide pin was frozen in its cylinder. I guess this would have caused the pads to compress unevenly on to the rotor causing the weird noise. Oh, and yea I agree the CVT sounds like a nice theory, but in practice I am wary of how there seems to be a lot of friction going on between the belt (steel or some alloy) and the cones. By the way, talking about upgrades, I would think the 4th gen 4runner wouldn't be a bad idea.

@@ChuddleBuggy I like the functionality of the pre-2004's, so I am not sure I would like a 4th Generation, unless they bring back some of the heavy duty features of the older Pathfinders.

I added another 2001 Pathfinder to my stable. It is an LE automatic model. Picked it up for $1200, replaced the rear link bushings, and the master brake cylinder. It has 240,000km, absolutely no rust, and everything works, except the air conditioning, which I haven't explored yet.(hopefully it just needs the clutch linkage, as it is an easy fix) The brakes and tires are like new and by some of the receipts, it has been well maintained. It is now my main driver and though I miss the manual transmission, I really enjoy driving this vehicle too.

Wobbles? depends on the type of wobble. Some wobbles are caused by bad tires, plies separating, some wobbles are caused by worn steering parts, and other wobbles are caused by worn rear suspension parts like link bushings. Everything is fixable, once you locate the problem and the repair is worth saving the vehicle.

People who have tools and ability to do this job, only need tips and tricks, so no follow up is needed.

ya472 just what I needed my dude thanks for the tips its common sense I just wanted to see a good view of things before I get dirty also I dont think you need to remove the tie rods

@Nunya Dambidniss Could you please translate your statement into English please."You need to aim this at people NOT YOU".

As explained, there are two rusty bolts holding the strut to the spindle and three nuts on the top of the tower. Does anyone really need a video of that process ? This is a very simple job, if you jack your vehicle correctly. Jacking and stabilizing is the trick to this job.

@Nunya Dambidniss I bow to your wisdom. LOL The video is what it is, and if you wish to post a competing, more professional and polished video, have at it. There are people who appreciate the video as is, and these are people I love to share my knowledge with. I am not posting videos for your amusement and entertainment, it is a repair video. Thick headed people or aliens should not do this repair; quite simple really. Sorry, but when I read your name, this is what I see, "Nunya Dumbass". I suppose it might be inappropriate to mention this, but it probably is something you heard before. I don't mean it to insult you, I just chuckle because my brain is that lame.

Lucky for you, being a Genius, you really didn't need to watch this video.

@@ya472 yeah lucky for me and yet Einstein I didn't finish watching the whole thing it was too painful even his dog looked puzzled 😛

@@bertrandbarras8654 Well, because you didn't have to watch the whole video, it is awesome you have the free time to comment and reply.

I am not selling anything, just providing information.

Any competent mechanic doesn't need a detailed video of breaking rusted nuts. Do you need some WD-40 for yours ?