so like my buddy’s 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R has been a handful i bet your car feels the same i guess. the suspension feels super soft, especially when hauling gear, kinda makes u think twice bout loading up the trunk.
And the engine, it’s a bit of a drama queen sometimes, starts acting up cold in winter but warms up fine once the engine’s running. think it’s the battery or starter?
Idle is another thing, it’ll cut off at stop lights occasionally like it’s about to take a nap. And then there’s those check engine lights popping up more than u know what to do with!
what’s your deal with your Sentra, man?
I’ve noticed my 2002 Sentra in Canada had some harsh shifting w/ the automatic. Brake pads were goin’ out too quick, and that steering fluid leak was a pain! Still love the ride, though. Been workin’ on it myself.
I’ve driven the 2002 Sentra SE R up north in Canada, faced a few too many timing belt glitches, plus that throttle body gave me headaches. Fuel pump issues too – gotta watch out. Is electric steering switch wear something else folks see here? Definitely a bumpy ride with these quirks!
I’ve owned a '02 Sentra in Canada, and the CV joints were a nightmare! Had to change 'em twice in 3 years. Power steering issues common too. Sticky shifter was a pain driving in traffic lanes—hem!
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Living in Toronto, I’ve driven a 2002 Sentra SE-R and ran into a bunch of issues. Regular maintenance helps but overheating, brake problems, and occasional transmission hiccups are common. The exhaust system gave me grief too. It’s a solid car if you keep it in check, but it’s definitely not top of mind for reliability. Shared some friendly advice at the local garage - keep an eye on those small things!
I’ve owned a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE R for years, based in Seattle. First thing, the timing belt replacement was a sneaky cost that caught me off guard. Also, had some headaches with the O2 sensors acting up, which led to rough idling - super annoying. The steering’s gotten stiffer over time too, probably can’t blame it on just aging, huh? I’ve been meaning to do suspension work, but never got to it yet. Anyone else had these probs?
I’ve got a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R here in Canada, and let me tell ya, the suspension’s iffy on the rough roads. Car quits when weather hits dips, gotta get those sensors checked regularly. The brakes feel mushy after a while too, so better eye them vibes. My buddy had the head gasket giving trouble, but aside from these quirkies, it’s a solid ride. Always been reliable in a pinch!
I’ve had a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE R out in Ontario, Canada, and man, that AC compressor gave up the ghost. Had to deal with blocked drains too. Oil leaks weren’t great either. Any other SE R fans here with stories?
I’ve owned a '02 Nissan Sentra SE-R in Vancouver and let me tell ya, the transmission’s a headache! Every winter, it struggles, like it doesn’t wanna shift right. Brakes also feel mushy. Got it fixed at a local shop, but man, it’s one of those cars you really need to baby. The acceleration’s sweet when it works though, that’s for sure!
I’ve always had some issues with the 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R, like weird rattling sounds and the AC dying. My buddy from Toronto—I traded my car with him—had similar airbag light problems. C’mon, Nissan, what’s up with that? It’s a cool ride otherwise!
Growing up in Southern California, I’ve had a few runs with my '02 Sentra SE-R. Battery issues and AC breakdowns seemed to haunt it. The CVT used to act up—rubbed me the wrong way during my commute. Also, condensation issues were like clockwork whenever it rained. Maintenance was a bit of a hassle, but for its era, it was quite the ride. Some quirks, but I still love that little beast!
In Toronto, I have an '02 Sentra SE-R, and she’s a blast, but boy does she have quirks. Sensor issues are all the rage, especially the knock sensor — almost took me for a ride during a smooth highway drive. Ahh, the joys of classic Nissans! Fuel pump antics frequent too, give that a once over if yours sounds like it’s on its last legs. Mind you, the turbo’s sweet when it works right. I’ve heard others in Cali talk 'bout AC troubles — common story, ain’t it? Still, worth it for that R sporty vibe!
I’ve got a 2002 Sentra SE R in Seattle and it’s had its fair share of drama. The spark plugs have been driving me nuts, and the suspension makes every pothole feel like a horror movie. Did a brake job myself since the calipers were getting finicky. Anyone else in the PNW with similar gremlins?
So, I’ve got this '02 Nissan Sentra SE-R back in Texas, and let me tell ya, it’s been a wild ride. Running into some oil pressure problems like no other car. Oh, and those brakes acting up constantly? Super annoying. I’ve heard folks talking about the electrical issues too – always something with the sensors or the A/C kicking the bucket at random. But honestly, the power and handling? Pure magic, man. Can’t complain much when you’re just having so much fun driving it!
I’ve got a ‘02 Nissan Sentra SE-R up here in Canada. The CVT transmission in ours acts up a lot, always struggling in the snow. Head gasket issues are a pain too. Friends mine got similar trouble, seem like design flaws or somethin’. Tires wear out super fast too - gotta check alignment! Really makes ya miss simpler times!
I’ve noticed around here in Canada, my '02 Sentra SE-R had quirky transmission glitches. Also, the air-con blows hot rather than cold. Friends say the clutch was weak, too. Sentras got a loyal fanbase tho!
I’ve got a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R in Detroit, and boy, electrical issues are a headache! Dash lights flickering all the time, and the AC’s on the fritz. Also, the brakes seem wobbly after a while. I’ve heard it happens to a lot of us, and it’s a pain to fix with parts being kinda rare. But still, decent car otherwise.
I had a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE R here in Ohio, and let me tell ya, those shift links are a nightmare! Started getting sloppy shifts real quick, and the engine light came on like every week. Regretted it, but learned heaps about cars. Also, those little gadgets inside got finickity over time. Anyone else deal with such hassles?
I’ve got a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R in Cali, and let me tell ya, the AC system dies a lot, especially when it’s hot out. I’ve tried fixin’ it myself, but man, it’s stubborn! The oil pressure warning light goes off and on too, drives me nuts. Replaced the tensioner pulley once, and even then, some days, it’s just a frustration! But hey, it’s a smooth ride when all’s well!
I’ve owned a 2002 Nissan Sentra SE-R in Toronto, Canada, and the turbo kept giving out. Had to swap it twice! The brakes sound off every now and then, but isn’t that classic for this car? Love the ride but the issues…not so much. Anyone else dealing with this? Hate carrying around extra brake pads!