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Zen_master

I run a bottle or two a year of Chevron Techron in all my vehicles.

Good to know it's not worth the expense. They were asking $185ish

Zen_master

Ha. Well it's a business. Gotta make money somehow.

Really appreciate the wealth of knowlege here, VStar.

I turned down a bunch of stuff that they recommended based on mileage because I do a lot of basic maintenance at home. I was intrigued by the fuel injector service, however. What are your ...

Zen_master

Any ideas what are these?

1 - 23796-ZE01C Solenoid Valve Assembly - Valve Timing Control @ $381.29
1 - 23796-ZE02D Solenoid Valve Assembly - Valve Timing Control @ $397.21

Zen_master

Thank you. So is that correct, there are three cam sensors + crank + 2 IVTs?

Zen_master

Got the vehicle back and it seems to be starting and running fine. I do have a question about how many sensors there are on a 2011 VK56DE. The invoice shows the following:

3 - 23731-4M50D Camshaft Position Sensor @ $116.06/piece = $348.18
1 - 23731-AL61D Camshaft Position Sensor @ $210.26
1 - 23796 ...

Zen_master

They came back and recommended replacing all 4 sensors and retesting (almost $1900)

Sounds like you think Phase and Crank sensors are the culprits and should start with those two before messing with IVT, correct?

Zen_master

Good information. Thank you

What would be the tell that an ECM/ECU is going bad -- what further info would you need to see in order for you to view that as the problem and not these two sensors? Just trying to get ahead of the conversation tomorrow should that be the direction it takes

Zen_master

Yea, modern vehicles and their associated electronics is not my area of expertise. Much more comfortable around old carbureted engines.

So in summary, I should request the phase (aka cam) sensor and crank -- just the two -- or should I request both "cam" sensors and the crank too, for a total of ...

Zen_master

Well they haven't come back and said for sure it needs a new ECM... yet.

However, in the event that they do say it's an ECM, what would be your advice -- tell them no, and to instead replace both cam sensors and the crank sensor instead?

Zen_master

Well now this is getting interesting.

Service writer just called and said they are still attempting to diagnose the problem. In fact, the technician was going back and forth with Nissan technical support for help on the codes. They mentioned on the phone the multitude of codes referenced in the ...

Zen_master

Anyone use Z1 Offroad for front suspension parts, specifically on a V8 R51?

Ball joints on mine are showing signs of eventually needing replaced and research suggests doing the control arms units is the more worthwhile option versus just doing the ball joints alone, mainly due to the labor element ...

Zen_master

Service writer said they recommend replacing all three -- both cam sensors and the crank sensor. Will report back what the cost is. X-factor is shop labor cost.

Saw these on Z1 for reference.

https://www.z1offroad.com/cam-crank-sensor/nissan/oem-08-12-pathfinder-crankshaft-position-sensor-vk56de ...

Zen_master

Awesome. Thank you.

Found some threads on here about cam sensors that suggest replacing them in pairs is best practice.

Zen_master

2011 V8 LE.

Started the truck and drove about 2 miles and the dash lit up like a Christmas tree with three indicator lights -- the Service Engine Soon, VDC and SLIP lights all popped up simultaneously. Drove home, ran an OBD2 check and it came up P0340. The check engine light is still on but the ...

Zen_master

Some research suggests Bilstein, KYB (OEM manufacturer?) or Z1 are all quality options.

Not looking for a huge lift out of these, though I understand replacing sagging old parts may result in a modest lift. Any feedback on what to expect from which parts is much appreciated. Thanks!

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V8 LE front suspension -- Z1 Offroad offerings

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