2016 Nissan Pathfinder (R51) — Repair Solution

3.5L VQ35DE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Blowing Smoke · Engine

Nissan Pathfinder (R51) Blowing Smoke Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: Pathfinder (R51)
Year: 2016
Engine: 3.5L VQ35DE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 95,684
Area: Engine
Category: Blowing Smoke

Customer Complaint

Blowing excessive amounts of smoke when driving sometimes.

Problem Summary

Blew massive amount of smoke on start-up and did not clear for approx 3kms during the test drive.

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeNISR516156
Vehicle2016 Nissan Pathfinder (R51)
Engine3.5L VQ35DE 6cyl 24v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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