2005 Nissan Pathfinder (R50) — Repair Solution

4.0L VQ40DE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Nissan Pathfinder (R50) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: Pathfinder (R50)
Year: 2005
Engine: 4.0L VQ40DE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

Customer advised that engine cuts out occasionally. In transit to workshop engine cut out while driving, then vehicle towed in.

Previous repairs in fuel tank area (customer did not advise this originally)!

Problem Summary

Able to confirm engine cranking and no start condition.
Code present: P0335 crankshaft position sensor "A" circuit.

Found two issues: with an incorrectly installed fuel pump module; and a failed crank sensor.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeNISR505120
Vehicle2005 Nissan Pathfinder (R50)
Engine4.0L VQ40DE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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