1997 Pathfinder RPM intermittent fluctuating

stanen8871 · Oct 21st, 2003, 07:46 AM

I am having a problem with the rpm erratically fluctuating as the outside temp has decreased. It fluctuates at idle and while driving at a constant speed. Also causes throttle resistance and int engage of od and slight jerk when shifting gears. There is a technical bulletin referencing this kind of problem NTB01011
which points a problem with the idle speed control unit. Once vehicle is totally warmed up it seems to go away( after 30 min ).
I am not sure at this point what they mean by the idle speed control unit. Since there is a TSB issued this problem has occured
and will occur on these vehicles and probably other nissans as well.
Any help would be appreciated.
s.tanenbaum@comcast.net

nissannut · Oct 21st, 2003, 08:27 AM

My 96 has not experieneced the problem you mentioned. But I would shop around for a Idle speed unit from various dealers and replace it.