I have searched through these forums and found many 350z’s that have transmissions replaced, clutch troubles and recalls. It seems like specifically, there have been lots of problems with the 350z transmission.
I purchased my 350z brand new and have 17,000 miles on it.
When I shift from any gear, especially down shifting, it’s very hard to get the vehicle in gear, even though the clutch is fully depressed. If I don’t shift at just the correct rpm (with clutch fully depressed) I can hear my syncros grinding, or clipping. When going from a stop to first gear, it’s near impossible to shift from neutral to first gear, having to ‘force’ the car into gear.
I informed my dealership of this problem and they told me there was a recall on the slave cylinder. I left it at the dealership over night and they replaced the slave cylinder well, so they say.
As soon as I drove the vehicle off the lot it seems like the problem got even worse!
I’ve been babying my 350z and every car I have owned in the past was manual so I doubt it’s something I’ve caused. I know this is common, but as additional information, around 10k miles, when in neutral the flywheel sounds like rocks in a tin can. It was always there, but around 10k miles the noise became pronounced.
At 37,000 miles I had my clutch, flywheel, pressure plate and throwout bearing replaced with a high performance jwt components. I got 8000 miles before the clutch disentgrated. I was told that the stock nissan clutches on the 350z (2005) had problems and look at a high perfomance type. Does anyone have any suggestions for me at this JUNKTURE.
I recently was driving my car at 28k miles and thewhen I was clutching the clutch easily dropped to the floorboard. It pops back up 1/2 way and I pull it up the other part with my foot. I can still shift...but it is definitely troubling because I haven't a clue what is wrong with it for sure yet. I haven't taken it in to have it looked at yet because I don't have the money to fix it in these economic times and havent driven my car since it is a 2005 Nissan 350z roadster.
Last edited by marciavl2002 : Jun 30th, 2009 at 08:26 PM.
Have you figured out what the problem was. I have a 2005 coupe and my clutch pedal did the same thing. I thought it might be the master cylinder so I took it to the nissan dealer and they told me that it isn't the master cylinder because it doesn't happen in the morning when the car is cold. I usually happens after driving a bit, so the mechanic said that it is probably my pressure plate getting heated up and sticking. I left it that cause he said I should not worry about it until the car is not drivable, then fix it.
The older manual transmissions had problems with synchro's going out. And that was due to people racing them. But they fixed that. So I would say replace the master and slave cylinder as a pair.
They said it was in the transmission/clutch. It was under warranty and they fixed it without charging me anything for it. It is working fabulously now. It actually shifts better than it ever has. I am trying to find the paperwork so I can give you more details of what it was exactly. I wouldn't let it go if it deals with the warranty. It was 5 years or 35k miles I think. If I find the paperwork I will repost it. I put it in the perfect place of course.
Yours sounds exactly like mine. It started to happen after I drove it for about a half hour and then the problems began. It seemed to be fine when I started out and got worse as I drove it. I will look really hard for that paperwork tomorrow. I know they said the transmission was involved.
I also had all the problems with the clutch (transmission is fine). My Z had 34,000 miles on it when the clutch really begin to slip. Took to dealer..quoted $2,600 to 2,800 to replace as clutch is a WEAR part. Decided NOT to put same crappy clutch in at dealer for another 34,000mi. Ordered best clutch from Clutchmasters (lots of pos feedback). had a reputable auto service install and turn brake rotors for $385.00. The car drives better that it ever has and the clutch pedal feels like a sports car should feel. Please stay away from dealer installed clutches and save aggravation and money.
I hate to say this BUT, it's NOT the dealer's fault. They use Nissan parts, from fuses to engine/trans. If you don't like how quick your Nissan clutch is gonna wear out, go high performance or sell the car.
You are right. It's not the dealer. They just have to sell you the same crappy clutch. I did go to better clutch and it worked perfect as you could read from my previous entry. Do a little research and see it's a widespread problem that the DEALER cannot fix!
Are you a dealer? If you read my entries above, you will see that it is NOT the dealer, but Nissan itself. The Dealer cannot help because of Nissan. And by the way, Nissan does not make clutches or fuses. If you are a dealer, you should know that. If not, then do a little research
Your right, Nissan don't make the parts. It's just only what they suggest because it is OEM part. Nissan says it's good enough for what THEY (Nissan) wants.
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