2002 Nissan Pulsar (N16) — Repair Solution

1.8L QG18DE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Engine Not Starting · Engine

Nissan Pulsar (N16) Engine Not Starting Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: Pulsar (N16)
Year: 2002
Engine: 1.8L QG18DE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 124,000
Area: Engine
Category: Engine Not Starting

Customer Complaint

The car won't start

Problem Summary

The engine cranks over fine but won't fire. After cranking for two minutes with the foot on the throttle, the engine will start running very rough till it clears.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeNIS16021198
Vehicle2002 Nissan Pulsar (N16)
Engine1.8L QG18DE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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