2011 Nissan Pathfinder (R51) — Repair Solution

2.5L YD25DDTI 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel · Brake Lock Up Problems · Brakes & ABS

Nissan Pathfinder (R51) Brake Lock Up Problems Brakes & ABS Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: Pathfinder (R51)
Year: 2011
Engine: 2.5L YD25DDTI 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
Area: Brakes & ABS
Category: Brake Lock Up Problems

Customer Complaint

The ABS would activate with very light brake pedal pressure and it was almost impossible to brake without the ABS operating.

Problem Summary

The vehicle was the YD25 automatic diesel.

The ABS unit can be heard making slight noises when driving without the use of brakes.

On light braking, the ABS operation felt as if it were operating under heavy braking.

When the ABS and stability control warning lights are on the ABS does not operate.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeNISR51127246
Vehicle2011 Nissan Pathfinder (R51)
Engine2.5L YD25DDTI 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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