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by MinnesotaPower
Fri Sep 20, 2019 2:09 pm
Forum: 1996-2004 Pathfinder (R50)
Topic: Bad exhaust smell. What to do?
Replies: 7
Views: 6935

I didn't think about the headers. But since this is the VQ35DE engine, I'm hopeful that's not the problem. Everything from the resonators back needs to be replaced, though, that I know. One shop quoted me just over a thousand bucks. Since my original post, I decided to purchase a newer vehicle. The ...
by MinnesotaPower
Thu Sep 19, 2019 9:26 am
Forum: 1996-2004 Pathfinder (R50)
Topic: Bad exhaust smell. What to do?
Replies: 7
Views: 6935

The smell isn't bad once it gets to temperature. However, I've always used non-ethanol 91 gasoline from Casey's, so I don't think ethanol is the issue. Can I rule out the cats if the smell diminishes after it's warmed up? Could the issue be upstream of the cats? Maybe the smell is just from the leak...
by MinnesotaPower
Mon Aug 26, 2019 5:00 pm
Forum: 1996-2004 Pathfinder (R50)
Topic: Bad exhaust smell. What to do?
Replies: 7
Views: 6935

Here's a diagram if it helps:

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by MinnesotaPower
Mon Aug 26, 2019 4:58 pm
Forum: 1996-2004 Pathfinder (R50)
Topic: Bad exhaust smell. What to do?
Replies: 7
Views: 6935

Bad exhaust smell. What to do?

My 03 Nissan Pathfinder emits a strong odor when I start it cold, and it's gotten worse with time. If I roll down the windows or open the door, the fumes get trapped in the cab and it smells toxic (kind of like varnish). I've had two mechanics look at it: Mechanic A said he'd replace everything from...

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