2011 Murano, Alternator, window regulator, power door lock mechanism, upper motor mount, AC clutch magnet and torn baffles at the air intake boot. Besides those few items, car has been really reliable. Thanks for sharing your top 5.

Great video, Alex!! You were efficient and not too technical. I wish you all the best this year and the rest of your years for prosperity and peace. You covered what to watch out for and prepare for an otherwise reliable vehicle.

This is now my 2nd time watching your video I appreciate how you explain the mechanic jargon for real folks like be to be able to understand and it's much appreciated!!

I've had my 2009 Murano for 10 years. I'm the second owner. First owner took good care of and so have I. Oil change every 5K. Transmission fluid change every 50K. Only issues I've had besides the normal breaks, batteries, etc. were a power steering hose, a motor mount, and an oil pan seal. I drive gently, don't tow and maintain religiously. Car has 161K now and still runs strong!

Informative video, and great personality. Glad I found you! I have heard a lot about the transmissions going out, (by far the most common problem I've seen online) but your notes on aggressive driving are helpful. The thing accelerates almost like an electric, so it's a strong temptation to make it growl, lol. I love the smoothness of not being lurched by, or waiting on, gear changes, though. I found a pretty good annoyance on my second one of these, a '14 after my '11 was totaled: Rear wiper blade change requires removing the wiper arm. The manual just tells people to go to the dealer to get the rear blade changed. Instantly took me back to my Alero that needed the engine lifted to change the accessory belt! It went around the stupid engine mount.

I work at an independent A/C shop. I've put so many AC Compressors on these, everyone of them have a failed clutch coil. Not a big issue just thought I'd mention.

Dude you helped me out so much. Thank you for a clear well explained video. Family member gave us a 2004 for our daughters first car. Had a rough idle and low power. Changed some coil packs and its running great. Looks like I have to replace the cats though to change ownership. Not looking forward to that. looks like a crappy long job.

Love this channel. You make cars easy to understand.

Pretty spot on. I think the biggest problem with the CVT is zero maintenance. People in general never think about transmission service unless someone like you is able to convince them to do it and even then they will come back with my Granpappy’s uncles brother said never ever service a transmission etc etc. My mom had a 07 Altima 4 cylinder. Car made it 150,000 miles with zero CVT issues. Car only needed 1 ignition coil in that 150k before it was totaled. I changed that fluid every 25k.

Thank you Alex. Well done. Am looking at a 2014 now.

AWD is very handy up here in Canada especially in the snow. Thanks for the great videos.☮️🇨🇦

Alex, I wish you were closer. I’m all the way in TX. Definitely would take my car to you! Love your video

Let's keep these TOP 5 problem videos coming. You're killing it, Alex! Keep up the good work. P.S do one on the Chevy Traverse or Equinox...my wife wants one and I'm trying to keep her away from getting one. 😆 Those things seem to stay broken down.

I found you on TikTok, so I had to come to KZfaq videos, subscribed in bell rang!!

Love your videos, keep up the great work ❤😅

Transmission, 2010 Nissan Murano got 114000 miles on first one (warrenty replacement at Nissan garage), 41000 miles on the second one and working on the third one. (Cost to replace, $3000+ and 3 week wait for the factory rebuilt transmission, 2 day installation with labor total cost is 5000. ) Normal City and Highway driving in Pennsylvania and Florida, no loads, no towing, no off-road.

I'm an owner of a 2010 LE FWD Murano. The only thing I had done personally was the boot air intake replace. Got the part, DIY 5 mins change and done. That part will always need to be replaced once it goes bad and have a big air loss and it throw all kinds of codes that some people will automatically assume it's the transmission. I heard about the CVT tranny being the worse. I try to look at WHAT causes it (driving hard, fast, towing) and avoid breaking the tranny. Since I drive like a Grandma and take it easy, I change the CVT fluid at 60k miles at the most, drain and fill. Never flush. I am the 2nd owner of my Murano. Got it in 2017 at 70k miles. Currently at 156k miles now. Other than the radiator area broke out at me (I took it to Nissan Dealership for that and they took care of it) I never had any other problem. I treat it as a princess lol comfy rides again.

My CVT transmission failed when my 2009 Nissan Murano hit 130Kmiles, and 80,000 on my 2015 Nissan Altima. The cost for a new one including labor: $3,500-$3800

Great video, and Man do I feel the same about the Nissan Engineers! We have a 2010 Murano SL, I'm replacing the radiator that was spraying fluid onto the alternator which started failing. Doing both at the same time so I can get to that buried alternator without having to remove AC compressor.... Past that I LOVE this car!

Hey Alex, I watch your videos and they are great! A bit about me and my car: I drive a 2017.5 Nissan Murano SL AWD, purchased new. It now has around 108K miles. I’ve always been diligent with maintenance, never missing a service. The CVT fluid was flushed at 65K and 90K miles. Considering the reviews online, I’m concerned about potential CVT issues and am thinking about trading in my car. Honestly, it’s been a comfortable and cost-effective vehicle compared to others, including some luxury models. Given the CVT concerns, do you think it’s safe to keep the car? I’d appreciate your thoughts.

Wife has a '13 with 123k, a belt & tensioner, a right axle (torn CV boot), and struts ( bad bearing plate on left side), and just general maintenance, been trouble free so far.

2013 Murano owner.. 79K Zero problems......Zero. One of the best cars i have ever owned..

Yes, Alex nice video. Now please answer some of these questions about these cars having no acceleration.

Great video. I'm looking to buy a Murano Cabroliet and I learned a lot

I appreciate this because I'm actually thinking about buy one

These sound like an owner issue as opposed to a vehicle/design issue. I had a 2009 and now I have a 2017. I have never had any problems with either. But I also take good care and keep up with regular maintenance. True its not cheap - but neglect is way more expensive!! Great video though, very informative!

I own a 2013 s model, purchased at 28.000 miles now has 87,000 and have had ZERO problems.....(None). same battery, just change the oil every 4000K miles and keep rolling. Never have changed the CVT fluid, and probably never will. As my neighbor changed his trans fluid in his 14 model, and 3 weeks later he was buying a New Transmission. I would buy another Murano tomorrow. Don't Hot Rod them, and keep the oil changed, and you could go infinity miles.... Good Video.

I have 09 Murano just like this one (mines is dark blue) I’ve always taken my Murano to the Nissan dealer for all maintenance and I’m sitting 204k miles and counting, no issues outside of the normal wear and tear, replacing the radiator, engine tune up and suspension pieces (struts, bearings, controls arms) were my biggest expenses - but the engine and transmission have been rock solid, feels like it can go another 200k miles easily.

Hey, I have a 2010 Nissan Murano and it’s been having some coolant leaking issues any idea of what might need to be fixed? I really appreciate the video it kind of gave me an idea of what problems to look on too in the future. 😎

Great Information man thank you for sharing the info and your time

2014 Murano owner here and live in Austell Ga . Thanks for this video. Did not realize about the transmission fluid as i usually hand it over to a shop and twll them to do it all lol. My issue right now is a possible PCM malfunction or wiring issue. Do you have any info on all of that on these cars? This is the first time since ive owned this car that i have had any problem with it which ive had it for about 9 years.

this was very insightful. thank you.

Thanks for sharing your "insider knowledge"!

This is why I love KZfaq. Thanks

These 3.5 Nissan engines come on these Marano are unbelievably good, first of all they are manufactured in Japan not Mexico. I have a 2014 I’m approaching 400,000 miles and they have never had to do anything to the engine of course other parts were out like you mentioned the transmissions are pain in the ass but overall, this is an incredible car!

Great video. Spot on. I have all those issues. I would add power steering pump, AC compressor (magneto part), door lock actuator 😂

Thanks im thinking about buying 1 this wk

Great job! -Nick (Murano owner)

I like your conclusion

Done the valve covers, oil cooler seal, new vac hose at air intake, CVT fluid for vibration.

Question. Answered part where I should replace valve cover gaskets (whole piece as mentioned), which leaking may have caused my current issue, but exhaust has gotten loud by firewall, crawling under it, it sounds like the firewall pre-cat. Or would you think the manifold might be causing issue? Any advice on best way to tell? I just purchased a 2009 Nissan Murano S with about 165,000 miles on it and getting a tuned up. It's hard to answer without actually seeing and hearing vehicle but just looking for opinions. But liked part about valve cover replacements. Replacing my vent valve solenoid, P0455 code Also, with the lean conditions P0174, check Air Intake Duct for cracks.(just something I'm replacing, big cracks). And while I'm tearing all apart, changing spark plugs (NGK IX Iridium Spark Plugs) and checking throttle body and cleaning up. And replacing Transmission Filters(2) and fluid. Seems like nice little vehicle(have a 2018 Rogue I love), just needs some love! Interior and body is in fantastic shape, why fixing up! Thank you for video and your advice or anyone else's!

You won't deal with this down in Georgia I suppose, but the AWD sure is nice in winter. I got a 14 about half a year ago and I'm going to have to do the vent valve. Looks easy enough anyway. Had an 07 two vehicles ago as well. Took it from 230 to 290 kms (divide by 1.6 for miles) with no problems. Hit a deer and wrote it off, but there was no indication that it wouldn't keep running for a long time yet! Hopefully my new one is just as reliable.

Great video cheers mate

The 2nd generation Murano also has an issue with control arm bushings and one of the motor mounts. I think the transfer case is known to leak which could cause it to eventually fail as you mentioned. Stick to the FWD Murano if you live in a warmer climate.

I own this car you nailed it

You’re awesome Ty sir!

My 2014 (65k miles) nissan murano gets a po456 code occasionally. I replaced the gas cap. Light comes on when gas is half full, but not at full or near empty. The current problem I have is the 3rd part of the 3 part catalytic converter up near front of vehicle. I don't know if someone was sawing on that catalytic converter, or if it's just fraying and loose making the car sound loud.

I have a 2013 Murano and so far so good! It has 112,000 miles on it and I have never changed the transmission fluid. I guess I better do this ASAP since I travel for business. I am looking at new cars and was waiting to see what the new 2024 Murano is going to change. I may look at the Toyota Highlander or Lexus RX350. The only thing I am not sure about these is that they are changing to a 4 cylinder turbo engine instead of the 6 cylinder. Your thoughts or suggestions on a new car. My company is buying it and I want the safest with least amount of expensive maintenance. Also looked at the Volvo 60.

I bought mine from my job with 160k for 300$ been running straight, yet my psp has started to go. Good car if you get it for a good price

CAN YOU PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF ANY VIDEO AVAIABLE FOR REPLACING/TROUBLESHOOTING OR MAINTENANCE OF MOONLIGHT MOTOR FOR 2009 MURANO LE/AWD? Also can you let me know if any tips/tricks for removing grab handle on driver or passenger side? my moon light roof are stack open. Thank you!

Just saw this video. Very helpful. Would like to know, is this truck similar to the Nissan Pathfinder or they are very different?

I have a 2009 Nissan Murano LE. I have the check engine light. The all-wheel drive light the VDC offline the traction control light, abs light because my rear wheel drive shaft isnt on my vehicle i want to take it to a shop but ive heard alot of bad things about shops here kn Tennessee its a good vehicle I've put a few thousand miles im @ 242,639 miles

AWD is great for the snow in snowy terrain so its great that and slippery when wet.

Mine have 250 k n more now my suv not moving into drive i really love my car I have it over 6 years it’s a 2013 I keep up with all my oil changes and changing whatever needs to change but yesterday it not moving!! Omg I’m stuck but still alive thank Goodness because it stop right after I got off the highway but it wasn’t safe but lord got me !! I need to get it fixxxx now I got a code of 1715 po 500

Hey great video, I need some help with a 2015 Murano that loses power and a 'long' drive

What's up Alex hope your day is going well! Are you able to do videos showing how to understand electrical diagrams, please?

I have a question? I have this car, and my dashboard gas meter won’t work.. it only go half way up. I’ve got everything changed in it.. please any suggestions?

I like this. You have great style and explanation. Very helpful and I can make it thru.

I have a 2010, but I can’t figure out what’s wrong with it. First it shows the break and battery lights then a whole bunch of other lights come on and goes limp. Idles perfectly fine but won’t move. Alternator tested good and also battery. Any suggestions?

What is the best way to maintain my Murano 2011

Great information thanks for sharing. I actually hate them transmissions as you know and I know you get in a stick and it drives like a stick you get in a automatic and it drives like a automatic but these they say yeah automatic but them damn things drive like a stick car.

Alex, I took my teen driving and we shut the engine off in drive, now it gives this beeping park signal and when the door is closed is is even worse with an alarm. I've tried EVERYTHING. Any idea? 2012 Nissan Murano

Thank you

2013 nissan murano. why After replacing CVT, car engine light is always on?? how to remove it?? is it risky to drive like that?

I'm having alot of issues with my suv, is there any way i can speak with you?

Hi, I have a problem with my Murano 2009. If the battery is fully charged the car starts perfectly well, but when off the car after driving for a while and restart it, it cranks but does not start. Your advise please.

Hi Alex, I have a Nissan Murano 2010, I don't if the battery is out I can't open the door, how can you help me with that

2015 model, already had to replace the CVT top and the valve cover body.

I have the 09 murano , looks like you covered it all . I have some leaks but it is still running

You should do a top 5 problems with the 2015-2017 Chrysler 200. You would need 5 parts!

Yes we need our vitamins from the sun!! 😉 What is P0171 on Nissan engine? A P0171 code is set by your vehicle's powertrain control module (PCM) when it detects that the air-to-fuel ratio of your vehicle is too lean. This means that the PCM is relaying that the engine is receiving too much air into the combustion chamber

My check engine light came on, and I got a diagnostic that said the sensors are out. but now it is making a noise like something is wrong with the tire. Got the tire check and nothing is wrong with the tire. The sensors I got front and back sensors changed now I need to change the back. Not sure what's really wrong with the vehicle. Nissan Munro 2012

My wife has a coolant leak because it’s in the driveway and it’s also a strong coolant smell but I can’t tell where the leak is and her car has ran hot because it looks like she been driving it like that for a while is there any particular places I should look

My battery and alternator was just replaced because my Murano lost power and I turn lights off and it continue to drive a little farther then died. So now I have new battery and alternator and then my Brake light and battery light came on the next day and repeat the same issue. Need help please tell me what you think it maybe

Good job.

How do I fix a push start on a Nissan murano 2011. Everything works but it won't start. Please help

Morning I'm having a problem with it turning all the way over and it flashes the change at like three times is there anything you can tell me

09 mo initial start, while idling it steady around 14.2 V after about 10 minutes of idling, it decreases rapidly, to roughly 6 V. Eventually leading to it stalling out. If you crank it up immediately thereafter you get what I refer to as, “a rolling click(trying to start, but not enough juice to do so). However; put the jump box on it and it will start. Wait about 30 minutes and you’re able to start it back up without the jump box, seemingly as though nothing happened. Originally the main symptom was I would be driving down the road “say” 45 miles an hour. Suddenly it would act almost as if you put it in L gear at a high rate of speed, then into limp mode it went, it would stay running though. Shut the car off , wait 5 mins and start it back up off you could go! I don’t believe it’s the alternator or battery, yet something drawing the battery. I’m so confused, what do you think it might be? Sorry for the Novel and thank you in advance.

How do I get my 2017 to stop rolling the front windows down when I unlock it? It’s sooo annoying

I have a P1550 code and P1701 i have a 2010 nissan murano S ... for some reason the car doesnt start unless i jumpstart it . The battery is new so idk what else could be the problem .. im thinking it might be the fuse block connected to the battery .. i need serious help .

You know Alex the reputation Nissan has about CVT transmissions is their own fault. People would ask where is the dipstick to check the fluid and Nissan dealers would say it is a sealed transmission no need for service or fluid checking which was False. They need service more than a traditional transmission. Like you said 25k-30k is about right for them. Personally if I owned anything with a CVT I would service it every 20k-25k because I have personally seen how dirty the fluid gets with one in just 20k miles. I did see they have stopped putting CVT in the new Pathfinder and went back to a traditional transmission and they just announced that they have purchased Renault's share in the company and are now back to 100% Nissan so I expect to see major improvements in their quality.

Hey Alex my you can help me I changed a few of the parts you mentioned in this video now I have an issue where my AWD or AWDS LOCK comes on when I’m driving took it to route22 Nissan I. NJ and they were unable to fix it also my sunroof ran off the track and I had to force it closed what’s the best was to get that repaired

We're having problems with the vdc light coming on and slowing down the acceleration. Help me please 🥺

my 2009 murano is using up a lot of gas. It's giving about 160 miles per gallon. No check engine light though. Don't know what could be wrong

Hi Alex, what do you think about 2015 Murano AWD SL ?

Please l need an Assistant my 2009 Nissan Murano Parking Lights and Rear Decorations Light stays on After l have stop the Engine so what is the Probably cause

I'm having a big issue with my 2013 Nissan Murano I just can't figure it out it will try to crank over but only spend over

I have a 2010 Nissan Murano SL and it’s always leaking the valve cover gasket every time I fixed it still end up leaking

what about rear transfer case ?

2011 feels like its in failsafe mood. Wont go past 1.5 rpms even going 55 or 60. How to get it our of that mode

I have nissan murano 2005 is not revving over 2000rpm please advice me about it

I have a Nissan Murano and they are telling me that I am needing a fuel system throttle body. Can you help

how much transmission fluid this car takes?

Hi I have a 2011 Nissan Marano and it has poor acceleration. I took it to the Nissan dealership and they gave me a quote of almost $10,000 worth of work to be done to my vehicle but it still runs.

My nissan murano vibrates when I'm driving I do know I keep getting the code P2A00, and code P0137,P0302, cylinder misfire I fixed it before and put a brand new plug and new coil the catalytic converter is very low sayingvthe performance timing control valve.

Transfer box issue - what a nightmare to replace

My ac isn’t working. It’s blowing warm air and the clutch is not kicking in. The compressor seems to work fine but the clutch isn’t! I had it in the shop and they drained old Freon and put in new Freon and it’s still doing the same thing. Can’t really seem to find a leak so I’m lost on this one. Any suggestions?

I am thinking of selling my 2013 nissam murano very clean, my engine light is on,took it to my mechanic he said it's transmission or catalytic converter, I don't know what to do

I have a 2012 Murano purchase in NC when we lived there and now up in Dam NY again and so far it has treated me and the wife well. The only issue it had so far was the AC compressor needed to be changed. When it comes to transmissions maint, my experience with them ( even 2 speed powerglides) whever I changed the fluids, a short time later I developped problems. I'm hard core OEM stuff yet the transmissions seem to haunt me after changing the fluids. So, my 2012 Murano has the same tranny fluid since 2012 with 110K miles at tis time and it runs well. Maybe because my wife drives it, not me. So I will agree these Muranos are ok in my book.

Front wheel bearings are a problem, but they're not that bad to change but not super easy either. The dealership will service your transmission for about $230. Because it's a complicated transmission I think it's worth it to use the dealership for that. We do it every 60,000 miles, flush and fill. The alternator goes bad on this thing and normally an alternator is very easy. Changing the alternator on a 2012 Nissan Murano is murder. This is the hardest alternator in the world probably. Well I'm sure there are harder ones but it is very fucking hard. When I figured out how hard it was I bought the most expensive one they had. I still have not changed the spark plugs and has almost 170,000 MI, I really need to do that soon.