2005 Altima 2.5 S
Hey, Since gas prices are so high and with me being on a tight budget, Ive been driving with my gas light on for the past month. I only put in a few gallons at a time since money is tight right now. After fueling up, my gas light will go off for a little while but will turn back on as I drive. When it turns on thats when I hit the trip.
The most miles I've drivin with my gas light on is 77. Anything past that is scary. At 77 miles I put in 4 gallons of gas and that still didn't even turn the gas light off.
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why take that chance. if you have a sixteen gallon tank do the math. run your gas tank down and when the light comes on fill your tank and then you'll know how much reserve you have when the fuel light comes on . it's not rocket science.
I had a 2005 Altima before upgrading recently and I can tell you that you have 3 gallons left when the light comes on. All Nissans have the same failsafe function. When the light is on on your Nissan, you have 3 gallons left.
My wife and I have owned many cars . Fords, Mazdas, and others.We buhgot our 1st VW years ago and because of its economy, attention to safety and all-around reliability, we have stayed with the VW brand.In 2005 we purchased a Jetta. It has over 90,000 dependable miles on it. If it ever wears out, we will get another one.Of course, I cannot guarantee that the Jetta you are considering will be as great as ours, odds are that if it was even partially well-taken care of, it should be a good car for you.I suggest that any car, Nissan included, you have a good mechanic check it out. Try to get the owner's manual and any service records [like oil change history,etc.].Another important item to check is the engine's timing belt. Most manufacturers have these belts on their 4 cylinder engines. So have it inspected right away. If its worn or has cracks in it, replace it . Only costs a few hundred $ , as opposed to spending $ 1000 s on a ruined engine [if the belt breaks, that is]. Typically, most mechanics say replace them at abt. 80k.