Nissan Frontier: Running Rough / Misfire: Part I

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  • Опубликовано: 22 мар 2019
  • In this video I have a look at a 2001 Nissan Frontier with a 3.3 V-6 that came in wit the engine light on. It appears to be running rough and I do discover a P0302 (cylinder 2 misfire) stored in the ECM. -Enjoy!
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  • @TylerDClott
    @TylerDClott 5 лет назад +13

    Eric, your diagnostic skills are incredible. Many of us DIYers are mechanically inclined, but your knowledge and ability to pinpoint the issue instead of performing part swaptronics is what sets you apart as a true professional. I know I’ve probably cost myself more buying parts trying to fix my own piles than just taking them to a professional to complete the complex work. The problem is that it’s hard to find guys like you these days, and you have to take out a second mortgage to pay the bill a lot of the time. I can only hope to acquire half of your skills one day.

  • @brickwal92tt
    @brickwal92tt 4 года назад +5

    We had a similar rough running 2001 Frontier 3.3, a new distributor put it back in shape. It now has 336k and still running!

  • @taylorkobylik3765
    @taylorkobylik3765 2 года назад +5

    Out of all my years getting answers watching "professional" RUclips auto mechanics videos. Hands down you are the best, at first I thought well this is a little Overkill but stuck with it till the end and I will admit I thought it was going to be something different then proven outcome in a different direction. Very easy to follow and professional ! I've never subscribed2 A Auto mechanic Channel until now

  • @geosutube
    @geosutube 5 лет назад +28

    This approach to auto mechanics gets me all interested in it as a profession. And I have never thought of doing it. Well, I’m 76 and going in for hip replacements. Maybe later. Still, this methodological approach means that it’s removed from the “magic” that I have always assumed was needed. Thanks again for these great examples of mind over matter. Remember, if you can do it, I can do it.

    • @td6253
      @td6253 2 года назад

      Ρ 9

    • @fsu3784
      @fsu3784 2 года назад +1

      Never too late!

  • @mr.nobody4900
    @mr.nobody4900 5 лет назад +56

    I'll give Two Thumbs Up. Pure Genius Diagnose.

  • @GunfighterWyo
    @GunfighterWyo 5 лет назад +3

    I really like how Mr. O takes nothing for granted. He checks the connectors and everything. He does what a lot of others bypass in the hopes that they can get the car out and the next one in. Mrs. O looks good. Hope you get to feeling better. Who won the go fish card game?

  • @noelhernandez5016
    @noelhernandez5016 5 лет назад +15

    I always love seeing how Eric O. goes through the diagnoses process.

  • @bushnut8305
    @bushnut8305 5 лет назад +34

    Good job. Diagnosis is the sign of a good mechanic.

  • @spicythai2000
    @spicythai2000 Год назад +2

    You do a through troubleshooting and very impressive. I can't do all the troubleshooting you do because I have not yet master all the reading you are showing. I just go off my experiences and take everything off and test it. I don't own a shop, I just do it to help my friends from getting overcharge. Thank you for the videos and helping me out.

  • @secureone22
    @secureone22 5 лет назад +3

    Eric, been watching you for almost two years now. I normally don't like your diag videos, but I watch them anyway. I'm much more of a nuts and bolts guy. I think if you put out another engine replacement or long nuts and bolts series, I would be smitten. BUT this one was actually really cool! I love how you methodically broke this down. Keep up the awesome work!

  • @MrGardman
    @MrGardman 5 лет назад +24

    Always fun to see the notification for another South Main Auto video. You always know it's going to be informative and fun to watch.

  • @Jonathanbarros90
    @Jonathanbarros90 5 лет назад +10

    You sir are awesome, usually start off my mondays at the hondu service department talking to a couple of other techs about the latest SMA videos, guys with years of experience still learning something unique from watching you, I have to be honest as I'm watching your videos I thank God for protecting you and providing you with the patience and clientele for doing this, your videos are always crisp ,crystal clear and thorough

    • @SouthMainAuto
      @SouthMainAuto  5 лет назад +5

      Tell them guys at Hondoo I said hi!

    • @nestorroman2694
      @nestorroman2694 4 года назад +1

      I can only do it if I had that awesome scanner and your brilliant knowledge.

  • @stevefleck5892
    @stevefleck5892 5 лет назад +3

    And yet another diagnostic masterpiece! Mr. O thank you for taking the time to produce these deductive-inductive challenges.

  • @jimwhite5964
    @jimwhite5964 5 лет назад +6

    Eric, watching you work is truly delightful! Dead-on diagnoses every time. Thanks for sharing it all with us!

  • @dragsterstransmissions
    @dragsterstransmissions 5 лет назад +2

    Knock sensor is mounted on top of the engine block under the intake. So anytime there's a misfire it will send a knock code as well. Sometimes when the dizzy (distributor) goes bad you will get a knock code. Those early 2000's vehicles are quite common here in central Virginia.

  • @wyattoneable
    @wyattoneable 5 лет назад +3

    Thank you for showing how the scope is connected, that helps. The way you break down the steps makes it easy to follow along too. Always a pleasure, now on to part two...

  • @josedasilva8924
    @josedasilva8924 5 лет назад +4

    Excellent, it makes my day when I see a new video form you!

  • @Oldtimecarpenter
    @Oldtimecarpenter 5 лет назад +2

    Just want to say "THANKS". because I've learned so much from watching your channel! I really appreciate all the work you put into making these videos!

  • @chiluco2000
    @chiluco2000 5 лет назад +2

    Simple, logical and straightforward diagnosis, very cool!

  • @ubertalldude
    @ubertalldude 5 лет назад +3

    Very impressive method of diagnosis, I would never have thought you could check compression and injector health in one fell swoop with 3 simple data points. Unfortunately the injector job on the VG motors is a huge pain in the ass, but at least you identified it without having to tear into it!

  • @Wheel.Evolution
    @Wheel.Evolution 3 года назад +3

    Honestly why I continue to watch all of your videos; Top quality content, mechanics and methodologies. I have learned so much from you!! That PICO scope is cool stuff!
    --Shout out from Edmonton, AB, Canada
    PEACE OUT!

  • @rohithdeevi4739
    @rohithdeevi4739 5 лет назад +2

    SMA is an awesome automotive channel. Thank you eric and vanessa.

  • @billsmith2212
    @billsmith2212 3 года назад +2

    Good to see the thought process . Even though it is most likely a bad injector , you still left open the possibility of a corroded connector . That is what separates you from the pack . Take it to the end , no guessing . Some shops would put in all six injectors if a connector was corroded .

  • @stacydornan9765
    @stacydornan9765 5 лет назад +2

    Another top notch diagnostic,great job Nor.You the man brother

  • @cjcastellar76
    @cjcastellar76 5 лет назад +2

    Sir you are definitely Diagnostic Royalty. I love every video you make. Thank you! Much love from Washington State

  • @High_Tech_Mountain
    @High_Tech_Mountain 5 лет назад +3

    Great video Eric. As always thorough diagnosis. Thanks for bringing us along. The power of a scope to be able to check the complete system relatively quick, it’s a beautiful thing. Again thanks for sharing

  • @northsouth9079
    @northsouth9079 5 лет назад +2

    I strive to be as good of a mechanic as you one day. You make diagnosis so easy.

  • @dave1135
    @dave1135 5 лет назад +3

    Had one like that a younger tech friend of mine was checking a misfire on a car and he was setting up his scanner to run all kinds of tests like you were doing Eric. Im a old school driveability tech from the eighties and nineties, I pulled the spark plug. The electrode was completely fouled with carbon. Turned out the intake valve stem seal was bad and oil was being sucked into the cylinder fouling the plug.
    Edit: it is pretty interesting to be able to delve that deep into the engine and find the problem without ever touching the engine or turning a bolt.

  • @estpst
    @estpst 5 лет назад +5

    A visit with Mrs. O, what a treat!

  • @willdutcher7857
    @willdutcher7857 4 года назад +1

    Finally a video that has good instruction. My Xterra is misfiring, so this helps me get an idea of what to ask my mechanic. I just wish I had the fancy tools and programs like you!

  • @moldingpro7208
    @moldingpro7208 5 лет назад +5

    I enjoying watching your thought process and I love how you teach us.

  • @dougtexas
    @dougtexas 5 лет назад +2

    Really enjoy the fact that if we listen carefully, we are able to hear your thought process in diagnosing the problem. Excellent diagnosis. More importantly, Go Fish! Always loved the card games. Maybe a snippit vid of you losing a hand!

  • @robertrichardson1133
    @robertrichardson1133 5 лет назад +22

    Whew, you just saved me. I was getting so bored and bing, a notification for an SMA video!! Today is a good day, thanks!

  • @ramblerclassicman221
    @ramblerclassicman221 5 лет назад +2

    Wiring and electrical on vehicles has always scared me. Good work mr Erik! Keep it up. Your knowledge helps the world!

  • @ronmitchell8929
    @ronmitchell8929 4 года назад +1

    Good to watch a video of someone that is actually experienced. I don't have a scope but I can go straight to checking injectors now that I know the harness connector. Thanks. 👍

  • @PaulysAuto
    @PaulysAuto 5 лет назад +5

    Way cool, loved this video Eric, thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with us! SMA for life!

  • @MDAdams72668
    @MDAdams72668 5 лет назад +3

    really great idea current clamping the injector fuse never thought of that one THANKS Also love how you identified the other reasons the resistance might be high You are way better at explaining things while working than I will ever be

  • @jstutz101
    @jstutz101 5 лет назад +15

    Perfect Saturday morning, thank you sir!

    • @InsideOfMyOwnMind
      @InsideOfMyOwnMind 5 лет назад +2

      Better than Saturday morning cartoons, remember those or are you under 60? Lol

  • @tonychandler8908
    @tonychandler8908 5 лет назад +10

    I have been watching your videos for about 3 months now and I get so much from them the way you go about trouble shooting the problem you do a great job

    • @miguelare3
      @miguelare3 5 лет назад +1

      @Attention to Detail ehhh huh huh you said tits lol

  • @mikeys1459
    @mikeys1459 5 лет назад +47

    That has got to be the cleanest 2001 Nissan under the hood anywhere

    • @sabledriver
      @sabledriver 5 лет назад +2

      Call me impressed, that looks almost new. I love it!

    • @TheKnightDrag0n
      @TheKnightDrag0n 5 лет назад

      @Ryan Hogan careful when you pressure wash the engine dude if water geting to the stupid knock sensor it might cause you a headache, for the most part yeh that nissans until 2004 are pretty bullet proof.

    • @marknicolich5789
      @marknicolich5789 3 года назад

      i was thinking the same thing dam wish mine looked like that

    • @darkzero11ca
      @darkzero11ca 3 года назад

      @@TheKnightDrag0n its a common think with those vg engines for that generation. The knock sensor going out.

  • @diydave643
    @diydave643 5 лет назад +58

    "Miss Trinity wants to play some Go Fish." Most important diagnosis of the whole video. Awesome job, Dad! 😀

  • @spicythai2000
    @spicythai2000 3 года назад +1

    Great diagnosis. I have 2002 Nissan Frontier with P0301. Going to troubleshoot when I have time. Thanks for the video.

  • @emcque
    @emcque 5 лет назад +2

    Once again, I learn valuable diag skills from one of your videos. Great diag, great explanation of what you were doing, why you were doing it and what the numbers mean.

  • @baxrok2.
    @baxrok2. 5 лет назад +1

    Yeah baby. We were overdue for a good misfire video. Thanks Dr. O!

  • @coryestanton6366
    @coryestanton6366 5 лет назад +1

    Absolutely love your troubleshooting techniques!

  • @snakeskinproductions7500
    @snakeskinproductions7500 5 лет назад +14

    OK, This video did it for me. No more playing around, I'm buying another laptop and a PICO scope set up. I have messed with the scope on the shop Verus but this is the way to go. I'm sure I could talk the boss into getting one for the shop but I want my own. I would have spent the better part of an hour of diag. time to come to the same conclusion that you just did in ten minutes. Sold. Thanks brother...

    • @diegoaltminc9141
      @diegoaltminc9141 5 лет назад

      Snake Skin Productions you can do the same tests on the verus + you get the guided components test

    • @snakeskinproductions7500
      @snakeskinproductions7500 5 лет назад +1

      @@diegoaltminc9141 I get that but you are missing the point. The shop owns the Verus, I would own the Pico. See where I'm going with that?

  • @Roger21989
    @Roger21989 5 лет назад +1

    Excellent diagnostics, you make it look easy.

  • @Techman4567
    @Techman4567 5 лет назад +1

    I sure like your TS style Eric, to the point and no wasted time throwing parts at it. Thanks for the video.

  • @fire7765
    @fire7765 5 лет назад +1

    The power of knowledge and experience, thx for sharing.

  • @cassiuspuckett8789
    @cassiuspuckett8789 5 лет назад +2

    Great video Eric. Love the way you determine if it was mechanical, electrical or control. Nice job......

  • @ghost37666
    @ghost37666 5 лет назад +1

    Watching one of your videos really makes my day.

    • @wmcovington1041
      @wmcovington1041 5 лет назад

      I enjoy watching and learning from your videos. I have a 1992 Honda accord and use your guidance to give me encouragment to explore the electrical part of auto repair. My wife loves to see your family and how they are growing up. Thank you for teaching me sooo much!!

  • @CubasAutomotive
    @CubasAutomotive 5 лет назад +5

    Getting pretty quick on the diag, or you got lucky. . I like the adding of the other channels at the door. It makes sense to get as much info from the start. Another awesome feature in this vid, you showed setup. Not everyone is familiar with setup or uses the scope.
    2 thumbs up Eric! 👍👍

  • @richardjones3112
    @richardjones3112 5 лет назад +2

    Brilliantly explained,learning so much from you.Thanks.

  • @JRAX2
    @JRAX2 7 месяцев назад

    Hey brother your videos are always informative & makes diagnosing autos so simple! It never goes so simply for me, but thanx so much for your angle, & the way you do these videos! I really appreciate it's! I've been a mechanic all my life, & it's never easy. I wish I had one of those diagnostic computers like you have! Would make my life that much easier! My lil scan tool broke so now I'm up zhitz Creek! My volt o meter even was stolen so it's not easy but thanks for your videos plz don't stop making them!

  • @CopCat34
    @CopCat34 5 лет назад +1

    Great video. Way to go on the diagnose The step by step method was excellent. The best part was when you realized playing cards with your daughter was more important than the Nissan.

  • @gmcsprintman
    @gmcsprintman 5 лет назад +1

    Great job I like the step by step process. I still like when big nasty comes out to play.

  • @codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706
    @codysautodiagnosticsprogra8706 5 лет назад +9

    Great work Eric. I like how you did the RC test then let off the throttle to get running all on one capture. Good idea brotha

  • @TrentRussell
    @TrentRussell 5 лет назад +7

    Dang look at those slick screen recording overlays! Good stuff.

  • @jimcallaham1392
    @jimcallaham1392 4 месяца назад

    you are really good at this, worth every penny

  • @blockbertus
    @blockbertus 5 лет назад +1

    I'm pretty impressed on how well this truck looks. Really decent looking engine bay. This owner takes really good care of that thing.

    • @danlevesque5437
      @danlevesque5437 5 лет назад

      They probably moved to the area from a rust free state how spotless that firewall and cables were👍

  • @38911bytefree
    @38911bytefree 5 лет назад +1

    Great Video Eric. Nice edited, well explained. Thanks.

  • @georgeshadrick640
    @georgeshadrick640 5 лет назад

    My brother has one nothing but Nissan dealership with love thank you for your service

  • @lornaz1975
    @lornaz1975 5 лет назад +1

    I think I followed most of what you were doing. I must say it was fascinating!

  • @laohantun7404
    @laohantun7404 5 лет назад +1

    Trinity is growing so tall, Mrs O is looking so beautiful as always....Thanks bro for teaching us with diagnostics.

  • @johndomingo7665
    @johndomingo7665 2 года назад

    Great video and detailed diagnostic on miss fire #2 cyl.

  • @1000sguzzi
    @1000sguzzi 5 лет назад

    Always enjoy watching, great work..

  • @lonwillis783
    @lonwillis783 5 лет назад +1

    Really clean vehicle wow. Good Job Eric!

  • @edwardmyers1746
    @edwardmyers1746 5 лет назад +3

    Hell yea more time to see Eric o work!

  • @Paul1958R
    @Paul1958R 5 лет назад +10

    Eric,
    Great video and diagnosis! You did the do diligence: spark, fuel, timing and nailed the problem using the power of the Pico. I wish I had one.
    SMA#1
    God bless
    Paul

  • @Thermool
    @Thermool 5 лет назад +2

    Looks can be deceiving, but that truck is in remarkable shape! And it’s like 15-20 years old!

  • @dnuttall2363
    @dnuttall2363 5 лет назад

    best repair channel brilliant

  • @michaelserrano7097
    @michaelserrano7097 5 лет назад +3

    The quality of Eric O's repairs are so good, that i even hit the like button before watching tje vid.

  • @OscarSegundo
    @OscarSegundo 2 года назад

    Good video, definitely enjoy watching Nissan videos.

  • @leonardodavinci303
    @leonardodavinci303 5 лет назад +1

    Really nice, informative diagnosis.

  • @62ejo
    @62ejo 5 лет назад +1

    A+ Eric,hope you get the repair,and you video it... I see the young lady has her front teeth growing up fasted,and nice too see Mrs O.

  • @JoesAutoElectric
    @JoesAutoElectric 5 лет назад +4

    Great video! As usual. That was a nice, quick find Eric. Hope you get to fix it.

  • @biz4twobiz463
    @biz4twobiz463 5 лет назад +2

    Special Guest Appearance by Mrs. O and the kiddo!! lol Wow, that was a fantastic diagnostic!! GREAT video...

  • @kluna1000
    @kluna1000 Год назад

    I got a misfire on an xterra, same engine. I’ll use some of the tricks I learned today. Thanks sensei.

  • @mechanicmike1236
    @mechanicmike1236 5 лет назад +2

    Really like your diagnostic approach to fixing cars, thanks for sharing!! Go fish

  • @unclemarksdiyauto
    @unclemarksdiyauto 5 лет назад

    Always thumbs up Mr O! Heading over to the fix right now!

  • @SSMedic
    @SSMedic 5 лет назад +1

    I can't believe how clean that engine bay is. Someone with some real pride of ownership. And of course, Mr. O for the win on the diag.

  • @the_clowner4017
    @the_clowner4017 5 лет назад +2

    If you had a shop near me, I would only take my vehicle to you. Your a great mechanic.

  • @jmcenterprises9591
    @jmcenterprises9591 5 лет назад

    Excellent, just a cornucopia of information! An homage to ohmmage! Thanks Eric.

  • @carolynh128
    @carolynh128 5 лет назад

    Can't wait to see part 2. Got 03 nissan xterra 3.3 with 2 cylinder fuel injector clip broken . good luck very brittle parts. Same exact engine .

  • @spelunkerd
    @spelunkerd 5 лет назад +2

    Great case. Thanks for the PICO demo, it really helps to bring everything together. You might make it easier for some of us if you were to show us which channel is which when you reveal the data. I consistently find myself pausing to check the units at the top to decide which curve is which.

  • @georgebonney90
    @georgebonney90 5 лет назад

    Ur the best mr o I'm looking forward to pt 2,thank u sir

  • @jamesbruno5896
    @jamesbruno5896 5 лет назад

    Great troublshooting process! Thanks for sharing!

  • @cae2487
    @cae2487 4 года назад +1

    You used the terms suck, squeeze, bang, and blow for what you need for an engine to run and I 100% agree but I've always used the acronym to go fast you need F.A.S.T. and that is fuel, air, spark, and timing. Great video appreciate the info.

  • @LoveMyZJ
    @LoveMyZJ 5 лет назад

    "You beatin' our children in there???" LOL you guys are great. Love the wicked thorough diag work.

  • @robertgregilovich2229
    @robertgregilovich2229 5 лет назад +1

    As per usual you nailed it.

  • @vincescalise4821
    @vincescalise4821 5 лет назад

    great scope diagnosis

  • @danman9017
    @danman9017 5 лет назад

    great diagnostic

  • @nickmayo2974
    @nickmayo2974 5 лет назад

    Yet another video that is making me consider investing in a pico. Awesome diag dude.

  • @phillully4472
    @phillully4472 4 года назад +1

    Eric, your system of deducing which cylinder and which injector is easy to follow along. Thanks for the look into Eric O's mind on getting to to real fix... glad your not another guy who shoots the parts cannon at it!

  • @pleasecho2
    @pleasecho2 5 лет назад +2

    We appreciate your sharing auto diagnostics and repair information in a simple honest way the regular people can understand. Your channel could probably be seen as
    a resource by those who might not be able to afford dealer service.
    As we move forward through the next 12 years we hope you and all auto techs will be able to "move on" and abandon servicing all internal combustion engines in a
    smooth transition toward adapting to providing an equally high level of competent service working on the green power sources that will come with The Big Green
    New Deal, pitched by Dist 14 Rep Alexandria Occasio Cortez of The Bronx.
    Just messing with you but i am curious about what you think of all that

  • @donnierobertson3088
    @donnierobertson3088 5 лет назад +1

    Great job again like always A+

  • @andrewkirwin6629
    @andrewkirwin6629 5 лет назад

    Thank Eric for the Education , a brilliant video

  • @blackscotydog
    @blackscotydog 5 лет назад

    Eric makes it look easy again!

  • @samrugtiv3839
    @samrugtiv3839 5 лет назад +1

    Well done, Eric on the miss note on the nox sensor code should be under the intake if it is one sensor make sure you get the hardness w it or it will burn you, if it is a dual sensor it will come w the harness. Very well done my friend. Thank you again. Sam

  • @70289121
    @70289121 5 месяцев назад

    WOW, great video. I love learning about the ohm test at the connector, that is something I can definitely do myself. I don't have a scope like you, (wish I did), but I do have a ohm meter like yours.
    I'm getting a po300 code.
    I already have changed the knock sensor, fuel pressure regulator, plugs, wires, and distributor. I suspect that I have at least one lazy injector, and I will check the resistance on all of them now like you did at the connectors.