2011 Nissan X-Trail (T31) — Repair Solution

2.0L M9R 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual · In Limp Mode · Engine

Nissan X-Trail (T31) In Limp Mode Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: X-Trail (T31)
Year: 2011
Engine: 2.0L M9R 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 235,000
Area: Engine
Category: In Limp Mode

Customer Complaint

The customer reported loss of power with the vehicle in limp mode. The engine light was on, and self-scanning revealed DPF-related fault codes.

Problem Summary

The vehicle entered limp mode with multiple fault codes present, including DPF performance and sensor reference voltage errors. The root cause was traced to a shorted EGR valve module, which affected the 5-volt reference supply shared by multiple components.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeNIST311153
Vehicle2011 Nissan X-Trail (T31)
Engine2.0L M9R 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
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