The Nissan Path

Hey everyone!, I recently bought a 2003 Pathfinder SE and love the car, only problem is every time I ask for power and reaches 3000RPMs it starts stuttering and will not let it rev up anymore (like if it cuts-off), it wont give me power I want or need... any suggentions would be greatly appreciated! thanks

This sound alot like a MAF sensor issue. 2001-2003 (fixed in 2004), have had a chronic issue with this sensor. It is not cheap, so you want to make sure it is that.... You should have a check engine light on.... do you ??

If you do, get the code out ( from a reader or a garage), then you'll have something to go from.

I have the same issue in my 97. I didn't know what it was but it makes sense that it's my MAF sensor. My mechanic put a OBD2 scanner on it and it showed that the MAF sensor was bad.

Now if you do not have a problem with the near 500$ maf for the pathfinder, then go ahead and change it (mine has ben changed for a 2004 model).... if not , many have been sucessful with the procedure of using a maxima maf which has the same engine. About 300$ less... everything is here : http://npora.ipbhost.com//index.php?showtopic=12280

I'm having the same issue with my 1998 as well and have been searching for a solution. My available power noticably drops at 3100rpm but then picks up again around 3600. Occasionally I'll have have a bit of hesitation at different speeds as well though, usuall when the engine is cold.
I replaced the right side catalytic convertor and that was when I started noticing the issue. I do have engine codes but don't have them on hand at the moment.
Someone suggested that I check my o2 sensors but I haven't had the chance to do that yet.

autozone has MAF for around $180 if ya got one near ya thats the best price on a new one iv found

I passed by the mechanic and hooked up the computer and came up with CODE P1130 : manufacturer control air fuel metering. I dont know if anyone knows about this....?[/code]

I passed by the mechanic and hooked up the computer and came up with CODE P1130 : manufacturer control air fuel metering. I dont know if anyone knows about this.

I have the same issue with the P1130 error code. Alberto, what solved your issue?

Thanks

I just replaced my MAF on my 2001 because I had the same problem. Took a shot and bought one of the hundreds being sold on ebay new for $50. So far it works just fine.

See my P1130 post. TPS was the issue.

yeah my 97 has the same problem 3100 rpm and it just cuts out up till 3600 rpm and i dont know whats causing it, I have no SES lights and my scan tool shows no codes so, should I just change my MAF sensor anyways?

I had the same problem on my 04 pathfinder. i was afraid it was from the k&n intake i put in but try cleaning your MAF. you can get some crc maf cleaner at autozone for like 7 bucks. It helped for me