torque on demand problems

[vt_maverick]

Yep, the rims fit and look nice I think... Subdued. thanks Nissan.

Definitely subdued and classy... if I ever repaint my OEM 18's I think I'm going to go for that color/finish.

[idrivem5]

I'll pull it all this weekend and weigh the options.

Any idea where the rear TOD sensor switch connector is located?

[vt_maverick]

Got me on that one. Maybe this will help?

Here's a good explanation of how TOD works. It's for '98 vehicles that have a push button switch that engages the front axle. Ours is the same except it's on all the time.
13.9 MB, 11:13 - http://www.drivehq.com/file/df.aspx/publish/mgpa/techvids/tod.wmv

[idrivem5]

Thanks. I'll give it a look.

[idrivem5]

OK... after days of work here is the final...

Changed all lower fluids, removed and applied moisture inhibitor to all connections, alternator went bad, a $700 problem, and reset all codes...

Other than the carpet funk… It appears all is OK.

[skcorssorcihev]

You do NOT want to inflate your tires to the maximum pressure on the tire walls. This is a pretty common mistake. The pressure is based upon your vehicle and this info is inside the door jam on the drivers side. Setting your tired to the max pressure on the sidewall of the tire will wear out your tires faster, cause poor handling and will also not allow you to brake as fast.

[tom4bren]

You do NOT want to inflate your tires to the maximum pressure on the tire walls. This is a pretty common mistake. The pressure is based upon your vehicle and this info is inside the door jam on the drivers side. Setting your tired to the max pressure on the sidewall of the tire will wear out your tires faster, cause poor handling and will also not allow you to brake as fast.

We'll have to agree to disagree on this one. What's posted on the door jam is for the tires that came on the VX from the factory. After replacing those, you should always follow the recommended pressure rating molded into the sidewall of the tire. The tire manufacturer knows the optimal pressure for performance/wear/safety, not the vehicle manufacturer.

[rsteinmetz70112]

We'll have to agree to disagree on this one. What's posted on the door jam is for the tires that came on the VX from the factory. After replacing those, you should always follow the recommended pressure rating molded into the sidewall of the tire. The tire manufacturer knows the optimal pressure for performance/wear/safety, not the vehicle manufacturer.

Here's what Goodyear recommends:

To find the proper air pressure for your tires, look in the vehicle owner's manual, on the sticker on the driver's side doorjamb or in the glove box. If you buy new tires, be sure to learn the correct pressure from your tire Retailer or the owner's manual of your vehicle. Check your pressure at least once a month, and use a high-quality air gauge.

If your tires are significantly different than stock, that may not apply but the maximum may not apply either. The correct inflation is a combination of vehicle weight, tire stiffness and driving conditions and will vary for the same tire on different vehicles.

[tom4bren]

IMHO - Start with the recommendation on the tire. Chalk the tread of the tire & drive about 25 ft. Stop and see what the chalk looks like. If the outer edge of the tread have the chalk removed, add air. If the inner part of the tread has the chalk removed, let out some air.

After that, some minor adjustments can be made to tire pressure for ride comfort/fuel consumption/tire wear ...

[skcorssorcihev]

Good idea Gussie!!! I highly recommend using the "Maximum PSI" indicated on the Tire Sidewall Panel as your normal everyday PSI. By using the MAX PSI, it will give you the best MPG, best handling, and longest tire wear. Yes; running Max PSI will also give a bit stiffer ride, but VX's have a normal stiff ride anyways (it just goes with the territory). Try Max PSI (per Tire Sidewall Panel) in your tires, you'll love the difference in feel and response along with savings at the gas pump.

That is absolutely WRONG. The recommended pressure is 29PSI. Tires indicate the MAX that the actual tire can be inflated to. Inflating your tires on the VX to the MAX tire pressure listed on the sidewall is not right at all. This will lead to poor handling, rougher ride and tires wearing fast.

Come on guys, this is basic car knowledge.

I am surprised at how many times I take my VX in for an oil change and they actually inflate the tires to upwards of 40 PSI because of the sidewalls max pressure listing. I never take my VX back to places that do that.

[Ldub]

That is absolutely WRONG. The recommended pressure is 29PSI. Tires indicate the MAX that the actual tire can be inflated to. Inflating your tires on the VX to the MAX tire pressure listed on the sidewall is not right at all. This will lead to poor handling, rougher ride and tires wearing fast.

Come on guys, this is basic car knowledge.

I am surprised at how many times I take my VX in for an oil change and they actually inflate the tires to upwards of 40 PSI because of the sidewalls max pressure listing. I never take my VX back to places that do that.

X-2...

This theory(inflation to max pressure) also doesn't address the fact that a lot of folks around here are roll'n larger than stock, off road type tires, that have a larger internal volume, which in fact, will require slightly less pressure to be properly inflated.

[skcorssorcihev]

Guys and gals. Inflating your tire pressure to MAX that is rated on the tire does not give you benefits. It will NOT improve handling. Imagine a wheel made out of diamond, and one out of rubber. The harder the surface is (overinflated) the worse handling you will get. You will lose traction as your tires are making less contact with the road. The tires should be inflated based upon the weight of the vehicle, not the MAX pressure.

[skcorssorcihev]

X-2...

This theory also doesn't address the fact that a lot of folks around here are roll'n larger than stock, off road type tires, that have a larger internal volume, which in fact, will require slightly less pressure to be properly inflated.

Exactly! I dont get why people want to roll on rock tires? I dont understand their logic there at all. Glad you fortified my comment!