First off, on the passenger's side I am missing the roof drip molding (73855AM800 I think) and I don't want to buy it from the stealership because they want about $200 for and I feel I could get it for way cheaper, I just don't know where to look. Also, on the driver's side, the front bumper side marker light is missing both the bulb and housing (this picture shows it with the bulb still intact, but it must've fallen out or something). I'm not sure what the best bulb and housing would be to buy, and I figure you guys would know more about that than I.


Lastly, I found two physical problems with the car that I'm hoping you guys could help me with. The mileage is giving me issues, as I was expecting an average of 17 mpg in the city (90% of my driving is city) but I average anywhere from 14.3-15 and it's just pitiful and expensive. To be fair, the car is a 2003 and it has ~146k miles on it. Does anyone have any idea of what parts might need to be replaced to increase the mpg a bit more? The headlights that the car came with (the previous owner replaced the OEM ones) are what I believe to be "[Dual CCFL Halo]For 2003-2007 Infiniti G35 Coupe LED Projector Chrome Headlights." They look nice, but are terrible for visibility because they are pointed downward. If I could just point them up that'd be great, as they are really bright, but I don't know what to tighten. A lot of people in the forums have taught how to aim OEM headlights, but I was wondering if anyone here would know anything about aftermarkets? Thank you for your time guys!

 

OK here's the deal and I will be as kind as I can be. You bought a car that was initially branded as a luxury car so repairs can get expensive. That's especially true if you have other people fix your issues and you don't have the ability and/or knowledge to do things yourself. Our cars are not cheap to own. Other responses are above in red.

 

An easy place to find great deals on non-authentic (not made by Infiniti, Nissan, Toyota, etc...) OEM replacement parts is partsgeek.com

 

eBay, Craigslist, or junkyard for used OEM parts. I go to RockAuto for just about everything else, but if it comes to critical transmission or engine parts I will go to a Nissan dealership. Example shocks, brake pads, rotors, calipers, etc... I'll buy from RockAuto. When I did my water pump, timing chain, and things like that I bought them from a Nissan dealership. Parts guy hooked me up with a discount and even looked up what I needed for me.

 

MPG improvement is never easy with a high mileage ride! Like Blue mentioned tire pressure! Try this let you gas tank run almost empty (1/4) and drop in the whole bottle of Red Line injector cleaner driving it a few miles before you fill up! Fact is your MPG isn't all that bad considering you spend most of your time intercity. Those headlights are adjustable even though they're not the best, have a mechanic adjust them or ask the Stealership how to adjust them...Gary

 

Thanks everyone for all the replies! I will check out the websites you guys mentioned for the parts I need. I already found a used OEM roof molding on eBay for $50! Much better than buying it new for $190....

Also to those wondering, while I am new to cars, I am also doing my best to learn everything I can about them and the G in general, so that I can do maintenance on my own. I have no problems getting my hands dirty for two reasons. Obviously I want to save money, but also because I enjoy learning more about the G. Everyone's gotta start somewhere there, right?

 

I'll look into the injector cleaner, thanks man! And yeah after thinking about it some more, I guess the MPG isn't all that bad for only intercity. I didn't think I could adjust these headlights cuz they're POS and not OEM, but I was gonna try and see if I can drop the bumper this weekend and play with them a bit. I'll give an update to let you know how it turns out!

 

You need to download a copy of the factory service manual (FSM). Search forum for "psedog" to find a link to download the version for your car. Keep all the files in one folder. Start with the 'fwd' file. It is a linked PDF table of contents and clicking on the chapters will take you to whatever topic is currently of interest.

 

The headlights can be adjusted without having to drop the bumper! Looked in my Owners Manual but it shows zero about headlight adjustment Like I posted, ask a mechanic or check with a quality auto parts store maybe they can access the right info. I've adjusted headlights before just not on our cars, mine have been perfect...Gary

 

Is this little hole the part where you are supposed to adjust with a screwdriver?

 

Update: I was able to adjust the headlights so they don't point down anymore! Only problem is I think there's seloose connection in the driver's side headlight, because it works sometimes, and other times it just attempts to ignite but only flickers dimly. Guessing I'm gonna have to drop the bumper to strengthen the connection a bit