2003 Nissan Navara (D22) — Repair Solution

3.0L ZD30DDT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual · Rough Running - Diesel · Engine

Nissan Navara (D22) Rough Running - Diesel Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: Navara (D22)
Year: 2003
Engine: 3.0L ZD30DDT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
Area: Engine
Category: Rough Running - Diesel

Customer Complaint

Vehicle was chugging in third gear, mainly at roundabouts.

Problem Summary

On a test drive, this 3L manual turbo diesel felt like it was missing in third gear with a light throttle.

If it was a petrol vehicle, the conclusion would be a plug or lead breaking down.

It would not give the same symptom under load.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeNISNA03115
Vehicle2003 Nissan Navara (D22)
Engine3.0L ZD30DDT 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo Direct Inj Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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