2002 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab SE Starter Replacement

[@americancastles]

Thank You. People like you sometime tend to make life easier for others and we do appreciate it.

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the kind comment.

[@MarkGardner66Bonnie]

Thank you, Sir. Quite informative and well done. I too have a 2002 Frontier and have to replace the starter today. My truck has 335,000 miles on it so I should not complain that I finally have to do this. I thought I would look for a video and yours was perfect. Keep up the great work.

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the kind words. I am not sure what model you have, but many people have stated that the 4-cyclinder versions are hard to work on. Best of luck to you and your install.

[@mattmarkley3364]

Thanks so much for your starter replacement video. Saved me a lot of potential headaches replacing my starter!

[@RazorBucks]

You are welcome. I am glad it helped.

[@karlayoung8954]

Thanks for the tip on removing the engine protector to get to where the electrical hooked up.

[@RazorBucks]

Your welcome.

[@easternkymountainriders6455]

My starter went out today on my 2003 frontier and gonna replace it tomorrow, not bad consider it’s got 192,4xx miles so no complaints lol, found your video to be very informative and appreciate you taking the time to make it!

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you.

[@tombell2620]

You can go thru the fender well for the cable connection as well

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the suggestion!

[@dm3035]

I AM REPLACING MY STARTER THIS WEEK, YOUR INFORMATION HELPED ME A LOT. THANK YOU !

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you.

[@cobracommander4378]

Great video really helpfull. Now is my turn to change my starter on my 2003 Nissan frontier.

[@VampireFreakDotCom]

My frontier also makes that squeaky noise when I start it up but it only lasts a couple seconds

[@atlred]

I have a 1998 nissan frontier xe, can you a video or a demonstration video on how to change the motor mounts and the transmission mount on this vehicle I'm having a hard time finding motor mount replacements on this particular vehicle I know it's probably the same for all vehicles but it's important for me to see it done on the exact vehicle because I am a amateur mechanic so if you can do maybe just a demonstration video and not actually pulling anything apart or show where the locations are and tools you need that would be cool

[@RazorBucks]

Sorry for the delay, I have not been receiving notifications on video replies. I will put up a video of the shop manual directions. I hope 2021 is finally the year I get back to videos and replacing my engine.

[@shadowbsl]

Thanks to your video I'm going to save money to fix my truck

[@RazorBucks]

I am in the same boat. I need a new engine, but other priorities keep coming up. Best of luck to you and your repairs.

[@networth8754]

This procedure is for the 2001-2004 2.4 L 4 cylinder (It is much, much harder than the 3.3 V-6.) I cut two seams in the passenger side wheel well and folded the sheet metal up. This gave me access to the bottom and top bolt of the starter after moving the electrical conduit out of the way. Then I took the top bolt off the shock and compressed it out of the way, I detached the plastic clip and moved the accelerator cable and the two fuel lines out of the way. This made ample space to remove and reinstall the starter. The 2001-2004 Frontiers have much more hoses and conduit in the way than previous year Nissan Frontiers. It is not optimum to cut the wheel well but I folded it back in place and covered it with the plastic liner. I have a future access panel now. THIS MADE THE STARTER REMOVAL MUCH EASIER.

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for helping others.

[@networth8754]

@@RazorBucks Likewise bro.

[@davidram1974]

I have another frontier same year and everything, I noticed your leaks motor oil my leaks out of main rear seal. I have use some motor oil stop additive but just slows down no good results. Good job sir.

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the comment. I am looking to replace the gasket some time this year, because it is getting worse.

[@prealpha2]

Dumb question, the is a positive and negative wire that connect onto the starter? Installed it and cant find the positive wire. Probly stuck above the starter somewhere.

[@RazorBucks]

@@prealpha2 positive should be back towards your battery

[@stevecarter2226]

I have 04 frontier supercharged. Finally got the starter out and it's super hard getting it back in

[@RazorBucks]

I have heard that from a few people. Maybe one day I will get the chance to try it out. Thank you for the comment.

[@spins8085]

Steve Carter hey steve i also have a SC. How did u manage to get it back in

[@dustincrawford9421]

When ur started went out would it make any noise at all? Mine started and the 10 minutes later wouldn't even make a noise! Shouldn't it click or just spin at least?

[@RazorBucks]

It worked and sounded fine until it stopped working.

[@glynstercroowz2071]

I was going thru my e-mail and found your email you sent me regarding the sensor removal,I borrowed a scanner that plugs into the under side of the dash to scan what's wrong, well at first it said it was the cam sensor and I couldn't get it out , so I got pissed and walked away from the project and decided to hire my mechanic who finally had the time to fix it . turned out it wasn't the sensor, it was the the square oxygen on top very easy to get too, well that sensor was defective and I couldn't return the part because I misplaced my receipt turned out I had an old one so I put it in, but the problem was the distributor I changed it with my old sensor and it works, but I can't understand why the scanner would give me a false diagnosis, it's the kind all the mechanics use. anyway thanks for your help.

[@elyshiakorobko480]

This was a huge help, thanks for the video!

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the comment, have a great day.

[@blitzen66]

Thanks . Good video. Oh yeah though..that top starter bolt is a bear on the 03 frontier im doing. Seems like a long skinny handled ratchet or ratchet with a knuckle works without a possibility of rounding bolt head. Thanks as someone else said on telling us to remover the under engine metal cover for the wire connector....I have tomorrow to put the new one in. I cut the old little wire from the starter ,,I was scared I shouldn't have done it..but advance auto had the starter with that wire so that's cool.

[@RazorBucks]

I am starting to think everything on these trucks are hard to work on.Congratulations on the accomplishment.

[@milkrobotics]

thanks! Worked like a charm

[@RazorBucks]

Glad to hear! I appreciate the feedback.

[@martinez4hako]

Me gusto mucho he visto tus otros videos son de muchos alluda

[@blueyodelfilms4330]

thanks man! huge help

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the feedback.

[@cmatin01]

Just curious, but the time you had your ride did you ever have any issues with erratic idling?

[@RazorBucks]

Not that I can recall.

[@jzbrynn]

I tried to replace the starter on my 2004 Nissan Xterra too, but the bottom and upper mounting bolts are too tight, I couldn't even get it budge. Any suggestion? I already used a lot of penetrating oil.

[@RazorBucks]

Do you have access to a longer wrench? If so, try that. If not, I have used thick walled PVC over my wrench/breaker to help break a stubborn bolt free, when I did not have access to a metal breaker. The longer you can get the tool, the more force you can apply. However, be careful, you could break the bolt, which could be worse.

[@jzbrynn]

@@RazorBucks I tried to use longer wrench, and hammer to bang it in counterclockwise direction. Now I guess it getting worse at the bottom screw. The upper mounting screw I have limited space, and it is so hard to get it budge too. It seems yours are easier, with a couple of hits to get them loosen.

[@RyanNadel]

Very helpful to see it! Thanks man!

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the comment.

[@gdugger73]

Hey quick question? What did the truck do prior to installing the starter? Did it give any warning it was going bad, or just quit starting. My sons just all at once today wouldn’t start but the batt check out good ., thanks

[@RazorBucks]

No warnings, it just stopped.

[@zachdale7008]

Thanks for the help! Anyone with transmission hoses in the way you can take out the starter towards the front on the truck. It’s hard but possible.

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the advice to others.

[@spins8085]

Hey razor...so how has the starter held up. What symptoms where u having before u changed out your starter. My car wont start and when i turn the key i hear the fuel pump but it does nothing after that no noise

[@RazorBucks]

My starter has held up strong. I am happy with the purchase.

[@spins8085]

Razor Bucks awesome thanks. I also noticed alot of oil on your starter. I have the same problem. Is that from the valve cover gasket leaking down?

[@trishtran758]

Thank you very much you're very good man

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you.

[@glynstercroowz2071]

I have a 2001 Nissan exterra and I did everything in the video to change my starter , removed the bolts but it's not budging , it won't come out it feels like it's still bolted in, could I have possibly took the wrong screw off? I noticed the bottom screw was a lot shorter than the video, about an inch and a half, is that my problem?

[@RazorBucks]

I know it is hard to tell from my video, but the screws are slightly diagonal from each other. Try to run your finger along the bottom of the starter from the most easiest to access screw around to the harder to access one. You will have the same flare around the bolt on both sides and that is your indication as to if you have found the correct screw. I can try to do a live stream if you would like.

[@RazorBucks]

Check this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/anenopt3fJmHapY

[@CoolTimbersGA]

What was your symptom of your problem? I get one click when I turn the ignition

[@RazorBucks]

Just a clicking sound. I first tested the battery, checked the fuse, and fuel pump. If you will turn your truck to the "ON" position, but not crank it, you should be able to hear an electrical noise, which should be your fuel pump. The on position is the second click when turning your key.

[@CoolTimbersGA]

Thanks. Starter replaced and problem gone.

[@RazorBucks]

Awesome! Congratulations on replacing it.

[@papajon6715]

Excellent...

[@ms38355]

Razor Bucks, do you think a 1999 4 cyl frontier is same as your frontier?

[@RazorBucks]

No, I have the 6 cylinder. However, I believe I may have put up a video for the 4 cylinder engine.

[@RazorBucks]

Check this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/anenopt3fJmHapY

[@ms38355]

@@RazorBucks Thanks. I read he 4 cyl is somewhat of a tougher job & was hoping for a video prior to trying it. We'll see. If you happen to come across one, please forward. Take care.

[@KnuckleheadStuey]

I have a 2000 4 cyl. It looks like a nightmare. It probably is the same. I'm not sure I want to attempt it, but I haven't really looked at getting it out from the side he did. Top, bottom and right side looks impossible. I believe it's the original starter. 170,000 miles. I've owned it since 2006. It's not dead yet.

[@PabloGonzalez-jk1tt]

Thanks a lot, but you make it look to easy.

[@timpickens498]

How many miles on your truck friend? I got a 2003 frontier crew cab v6 with 171,000 miles been a good truck and replacing the starter too lol thanks for the good video! Much appreciated

[@RazorBucks]

I have 150K miles on the truck. It has been through a lot with me and was the second new car my wife and I purchased together.

[@MrTwotoe]

Have y'all had any distributor problems.

[@RazorBucks]

@@MrTwotoe Yes, I have had to replace mine a few times.

[@MrTwotoe]

@@RazorBucks I have also it seems when it hit about 150000 everything went.two water pumps timing belts fuel pump distributor heater core. Oil pump. I still have mine in hopes one day I will can change all the parts and it will be like new. Thanks for the reply

[@RazorBucks]

@@MrTwotoe I have also done the t-belt, mine broke; water pump. Best of luck to you, it is tedious, but very doable.

[@dannycucul4675]

My starter gave out yesterday and I bought a new one from pep boys today and well they said it's new and on the starter says it's rebuilt or remanufactured and I installed it and everything was great then I drove about 40 miles and all of a sudden the truck felt like if it wasn't getting gas and now when you start it a put it in drive it losses RPMS and it turns off what can it be if I don't have any engine problem

[@RazorBucks]

Do you have a frontier? I think it is coincidental. Have you checked your fuel lines? Have you checked to make sure you did not accidentally bump any of your other hoses or wire/connectors? My wife's honda odyssey did the same thing when I forgot to reconnect the mass airflow sensor. There was also a noticeable rough idle. Do you have a check engine light on? If so, do you have an obd scanner or can you make it to Autozone/Advanced/Oreilly near by that can scan the codes for you?

[@dannycucul4675]

Razor Bucks no I only disconnected the battery and took out the starter and well I only took out 2 bolts that hold it on and well the wire that i disconnected and on where the screw holds

[@RazorBucks]

I believe it is coincidental. The starter should not have anything to do with it. Do you hear any strange sounds? I would definitely try to find a way to pull codes from the computer.

[@dannycucul4675]

Razor Bucks well when I brought it home it turns off and then I turns it on and well there was like a little clicking sound and when I get a red light the rpms kind of start to lose power

[@RazorBucks]

I could be completely wrong, but I think it is the air sensor. Try to find somewhere you can get the codes read for free. If you have the funds available and you are in the States, your local walmart should have a code reader for sale. At my local store, they are currently on clearance.

[@fernandoaguayo9372]

Nice job. Buddy

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you.

[@loucifer323]

I have 2002 Nissan frontier 2.4 l and top is almost impossible to get too and even if can get it out it will probably harder to get back in, there is no room who ever design this should be shot, most starters I've done were easy this is a thousand times harder than the next hardest I've done

[@RazorBucks]

I checked the shop manual and it your model is the same as mine for removal, sorry I could not help more. I came at it from the passenger side and went up and left. did you try using swivels or womble extensions? Below are the useless factory instructions. Removal and Installation NESC0007 KA24DE MODELS NESC0007S03 Removal NESC0007S0301 1. Remove engine under cover. 2. Remove two bolts and starter. Installation NESC0007S0302 To install, reverse the removal procedure.

[@loucifer323]

Razor Bucks finally got it out and back in, I wouldn't wish this job on my worst enemy

[@RazorBucks]

Lol!

[@KnuckleheadStuey]

I have a 2000 frontier. When it goes out I'll probably take it to mechanic. It's exactly as you described. I don't think it's ever been changed. I'm more afraid I'll get it out and can't get it back in. My old Toyota was 2 bolts zero obstructions. I try not to take it to a mechanic because I just don't trust them.

[@searainsearain3054]

How long did it take to do all of it? Thanks for sharing!!

[@RazorBucks]

I forget exactly, but around 40 minutes. Thank you for commenting.

[@cmatin01]

Thanks a lot, Kevin. Now, where are the other minions.

[@RazorBucks]

Glad the video was helpful :)

[@michaell.2744]

God bless u sir

[@RazorBucks]

@@michaell.2744 thank you.

[@genaberkebile3463]

I have the same truck but the SC style and the transmission tubes were in the way. What a B*** to get out.

[@RazorBucks]

It was somewhat hard to get to the way it is. I cannot imagine what it would be like with more hoses in the way.

[@johnoleksa8438]

Jesse , how did you do it? Is it wrestle it until it comes out?

[@martinez4hako]

He ahorrado mucho dinero gracias

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the kind comment, I am glad you were able to do the work and save money.

[@jimmolinaro-t9d]

keep your day job!

[@ramirez9243-m7n]

That top bolt was not easy that's fucked how you skipped that part

[@haveyouseenjoeejo]

thanks pal worked perfect. much appreciated

[@RazorBucks]

Thank you for the reply.