2004 Nissan X Trail 2.5 auto

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Shite or ok? Cambelt or chain? Mate thinking of buying one. I know nowt. 2.5 petrol auto flavour.

[Bren]

I thought they had a reputation for throwing rods ?

[t400ble]

Sure did

 

Most had new engines

 

Worth finding out if one you are looking at has

[DVee8]

Have a read

http://www.x-trail-uk.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=24002

I have had X-trails since 2006 both petrol and diesel.

Front discs and calipers are weak.discs warp and calipers stick.

Check rear wheel arches and tail gate for rust.

They have a chain.Petrol engines are Nissan units.

[purplebargeken]

Cheers folks, much appreciated.