VQ40DE COMMON PROBLEMS // Nissan Xterra Frontier Pathfinder NV

[@destroy453]

I’ve owned my 2016 Frontier SV 4.0 for a month at the time of this comment and like the truck a lot. I found this video on a KZbin search. Great info and glad you included the prices!! Thanks guys

[@nissanpartscc]

Congrats on the new rig! Thanks for checking us out.

[@jamesn.449]

I suggest doing coils packs as well if doing valve covers since it's already tore down that far. As for common issues 05-early 10 timing chain guides they were even recalled for the issue

[@lauranitzsche4049]

07 Xterra, lost compression in cylinder #1. Figured it was her time at 280k. She is being retired to a derby car 😢 but the 13 xterra is taking her place.

[@sunnythefish4006]

dude please dont.

[@pzadach]

Cam position sensors, one on each side went out on my 2007.

[@JozetteSalcido-t5d]

Hello I have a 07 Nissan Xterra SE nismo. I just had to replace the VALVE BODY in trans oil pan. When the issue happened was it never started up. All dash lights head lights came on, it was NO Crank NO start. Replaced All fuses expect relay. Replaced underwood and fuse box by glove compartment. Still no start. But took it for Dianostic reading. Ok so There's ECM (engine control module) TCM that is with Valve Body. My question is ON A VALVE BODY instead of the whole valve body can TCM be the main part to replace. Or you have to replace the whole valve body with TCM / soloids. Also from all Ecm, Bcm, Pcm, etc.. which one would hold odometer reading history? Because there's a jump that accused from June 24,2024 to July 9,2024 of around 300 miles more. Remember the DID NOT START NOT EVEN WITH A JUMP. let me give u the way it accorded. May 11,24 odometer 181,256 May 28,24 Xterra broke, no movement. June 24,24 odometer reading 181,258. July odometer reading from Nissan dealership 181,626 .🤔 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔🤔... I'm confused.

[@nissanpartscc]

The valve body assembly has to be replaced. After install it will need to be flashed at a dealership.

[@panamdragonboat]

I've run my 07 Xterra bought in 2011 from 80k to 240k. Just replace a couple of plugs and coil packs after reading a P0300 code. Still running smooth. Haven't done timing chains/tensioners yet but maybe this winter.

[@gpzjeffrey7974]

Why do you need the liquid gasket for replacing the valve covers? I don't remember that in the factory service manual.

[@PaulHenreid]

There are two spots in the front corners that Nissan factory service manual calls for liquid gasket. Also, there is no timing cover gasket, so liquid gasket does the whole job if the timing cover is removed.

[@ethanberry8360]

Do they make metal valve covers for the xterra 07.

[@DirtRoadHymns]

I’ve got a 2011 frontier S 4x4 CC. I’ve replaced the valve covers, two mass airflow sensors and two evap solenoids. Up next is O2 sensors ($$$)! It shudders at idle even after a new MAF sensor.

[@Herman_Lifts]

hey mine does that too it’s whatever

[@gpzjeffrey7974]

Read the codes?

[@DirtRoadHymns]

@@gpzjeffrey7974 No OBD2 codes.

[@shawnlibby675]

90% of the motor mounts and transmission mounts go on all the 4.0 from normal driving which usually can cause a vibration during idling or at certain RPM levels while driving

[@JTube571]

Biggest issue: cracking radiators that mix the coolant and ATF. Also, oil pressure sending units.

[@nissanpartscc]

Gotta replace that radiator before its an issue, but yes this was common place in the mid-00's for sure. We had transmissions, radiators, and everything else in-stock.

[@JTube571]

@@nissanpartscc I just picked up a '06 Pathfinder with 68k miles on it and the part number on the radiator matches one of the 'bad' ones. I think my plan is to just install an external cooler for the trans and bypass the radiator.

[@ItchyKneeSon]

@@JTube571 The issue was fixed in 2010, if I remember correctly. If you replace the radiator with a new aftermarket one, the issue is solved. The heat exchanger, that corrodes and causes the SMOD, inside the radiator is also there to heat the trans fluid up to operating temp. It's a bit of a pain to replace, but arguably better than adding an exterior cooler. With that said, others have done an exterior cooler. I just don't know what kind of detrimental effects it's had on their transmissions. Maybe none...

[@JTube571]

@@ItchyKneeSon they already have an external cooler stock. The radiator is just there to warm the fluid in cold climates.

[@ItchyKneeSon]

@@JTube571 The little padlock-looking thing on the front of the core support?

[@danthayer4770]

After all the years VG is still one of the best Nissan engines produced.

[@dm1273]

В мене Nissan Xterra 2014 року 170 000 миль ніяких проблем. В цього двигуна 2 проблеми 1 - каталізотори 2 - перегрів двигуна.

[@411rcp]

2016 Nissan Frontier With a bit more then 198k miles… been running great but now it just started turning off wild driving not check eng light thinking that it might be the cam or cran position sensors but what do you know to be this issue?

[@edgarmagana85]

I need a 2015 Xterra pro 4x. Waiting for Tom's pathfinder video.

[@nissanpartscc]

Me too Edgar! I love Xterra's!

[@raymonster55]

I've got a 13 Frontier with the 4.0. I have done the rear axle, crank & cam sensors, and timing chain and VVT assemblies, which cost almost $4000. Also, broken exhaust manifold, which looks like the one you have there. I have 125K miles on it presently. It runs good now. I guess that I can expect the valve covers to go next. I'm hoping that the transmission holds up. I don't abuse it or take it off road. This seems to me to be less than reliable.

[@mikeylikesit1581]

See a few exhaust hangers crack around the Converter area. But That's a smoking deal for some parts! Seems like a no-brainer to throw it in while you're in there 🤙🏽

[@joeblow9035]

Having an issue with my 4.0 in my 6MT Pro-4x. Every now and then around 2500-3000rpm I hear a noise just as I’m about to shift. Sounds like a top end noise like a collapsed lifter. Treated it with Seafoam in the oil and through a vacuum line and it’s definitely gotten better/happening less often but it’s still there. Any chance y’all have an idea what this may be? Do these motors even have hydraulic lifters? Am I chasing the wrong issue? I’ve listened to videos of the timing chain noises and it doesn’t sound the same. Thanks for any input!

[@deweysturgill6220]

If you haven't figured it out, check your intake plenum valve. These are known to come loose and rattle like crazy at times. Couple of really good write ups on club frontier about it and how to fix it.

[@joeblow9035]

@@deweysturgill6220 thanks, I’ll look into that.

[@andrewwithers6627]

Never owned a 4.0 but I've worked on a few and have way too many 3.5's running around the shop on track cars. Really love the vq family. It's a shame the g35/350z valve covers aren't the same as the truck motors. I'd kill to be able to get OEM covers for $55

[@nissanpartscc]

Those 3.5 valve covers used to be cheaper. The prices skyrocketed years back.

[@jeremyhare9515]

Damn drift tax

[@garybuder4645]

Any chance we can get a d21/wd21 instrument cluster or full interior bulb kit?

[@timaha83]

Nice black nail polish

[@ethanberry8360]

I HAVE 07 XTERRA had my manifold replaced on right side as well. Thought I know all it's problems Still best vehicle I've own so far can't Afford Toyota or Honda. 210.000 timing chain replaced valve Covers replaced. Not cheap payed for it used again.😅 had it 9years.

[@dainironfoot102]

You guys are motor-heads? I assume his name was "flying brick," and I would assume they had a turbo volvo wagon or a bmw k bike! But seriously great work guys. Just bought my first vq! Low mileage frontier 6 speed. Actually that's my first Nissan, but I assume my 240z, 280z, and 620 L20b, 5 speed count. I mean, they say Nissan on the valve covers, right!

[@commoncaliforniadude]

Same motor that goes into the mv2500 I believe.

[@jordanmercier3616]

NV, but yeah it is

[@commoncaliforniadude]

@@jordanmercier3616 yes correct the nv. In my experience a solid engine-

[@jordanmercier3616]

​@@commoncaliforniadude I'm not at all a Nissan guy, but if I were to buy one it would have the 4.0 for sure.

[@mikemorgan4670]

Crankshaft position sensor has failed on me twice.

[@ethanberry8360]

My 07 xterra had right side manifold replaced started up car a loud rumble $1200 bucks😪

[@anthonyr5869]

I got a 2015 4wd 6 speed manual. 100k Miles it’s our family truck it’s not used much.

[@johnhorun2530]

Tom continuing on with the video undisturbed after Russell let's that ring gasket get away from him is the mark of a true professional.

[@nissanpartscc]

lol...my wife said the same exact thing

[@jameswatt8841]

I’m having some hesitation at high speeds when I need to accelerate. No codes. Not a cat problem. Some guys say coil packs some guys say cam sensor some say fuel pump.

[@nissanpartscc]

An issue like that could be the result of many things - which is why you have seen all those suggestions. Kind of hard to diagnose something this way though.

[@Teenys.garage]

I detail cars, and my last name is Teeny 😂. My dad Joe Teeny used to be the internet sales manager at Alan Webb Nissan in Vancouver. Love my VQ40 in my 2014 Xterra and haven't had anything go bad other than my belt tensioner going bad at 142k miles

[@nissanpartscc]

😂 we weren't even close

[@Teenys.garage]

@@nissanpartscc Tom was close! The cars are just a little bigger than hotwheels 😂

[@nissanpartscc]

Facts!

[@PaulHenreid]

Great prices for Nissan valve covers and exhaust manifolds.

[@DesertFernweh]

Anyone else have problems with the Fan Clutch and Fan pulley coming off?

[@jzs1519]

Cam sensors Cranck sensor Water pump Timing chain tensioner and guide Head gaskets Cylinder Head covers seal‏‪ That's common problems in VQ-40

[@_los510]

Cam and crank sensors all.day long oil cooler seal,

[@nissanpartscc]

Oil cooler seals on all VQ's

[@_los510]

And QRs

[@Grainsauce]

Do you guys still do coupon codes?

[@nissanpartscc]

A new code will be live in about 10 minutes

[@_los510]

Front wheel bearings , mostly our trucks are built well

[@nissanpartscc]

Well, I mean bearings go bad on everything

[@_los510]

True but we see lots of frontiers paths and xterras ...and altimas ..

[@irwinjimenez]

Um, those manifilds are not cast.

[@nissanpartscc]

Is that your answer to the question? "Are your manifolds cast" was the question.

[@dgw6448]

great hand model there :)

[@big_red_machine3547]

I know it’s disgusting to see. They just lost my business

[@mcelroystube]

​@big_red_machine3547 I let my daughters paint my nails all kinds of funky colors. I guess that's the difference between being secure in your heterosexuality and those questioning though.

[@big_red_machine3547]

@@mcelroystube Nail painting is such an exclusively feminine aesthetic thing to do, that I can’t comprehend why any man would do it. The kids can paint mommy’s nails. The look bothers me because it symbolizes giving the middle finger to masculinity - which has been disastrous to western society as a whole.

[@BobbyGary-iy3oc]

Had to replace valve covers to get spark plug gaskets. 100 bucks each

[@nissanpartscc]

Hey, we did a video on those too!

[@moonmuscle3332]

more of these. do a nismo header swap to the 4.0 motor. get lotta views

[@vicregister6642]

Other fine job enjoy them all

[@nissanpartscc]

Thanks Vic!

[@KensRetirementLife]

My 2006 Frontier has a low oil pressure startup noise, not sure why yet, it takes the oil pressure a little too long to pressurize. 240k on my VQ. Had the timing chain replaced at 211K by the Nissan dealer. Anyone have the same issue? Trying to save my engine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqjdZYNqp8uUjLc

[@thomasjones613]

What's up with nail polish guy?

[@nissanpartscc]

Are you wanting to know the brand I use? Color Name?

[@thomasjones613]

@@nissanpartscc I could care less about either.

[@samerabukhousa687]

Nail polish is for females and you are a man, so why are you wearing it?

[@waynejohnston4648]

Bros nails are painted😢😂. The heck

[@HoneyGlzedHam]

Probably does it because he likes it. Why would you care?

[@Browneye217]

⁠@@HoneyGlzedHamprobably cuz he doesn’t like it or just finds it funny. why would you care?

[@ceberus2206]

@@Browneye217yall be worried about what a man does, sounds fruity tbh

[@DesertFernweh]

Looks like he plays guitar. I have been told lots of guitar players paint their nails for extra strength.

[@waynejohnston4648]

@@justinlyons5374 exactly👍

[@KingEdwardA]

Not the nails lol.

[@Jared-C]

first of the worst

[@nissanpartscc]

Yeesh

[@Jared-C]

@@nissanpartscc I don't own a truck, so I have very little to add that's productive, but I do love the videos. Appreciate the effort you guys keep putting into them every week.

[@manleynelson9419]

Lost me a the painted nails. Woke joke

[@maurymartinez8407]

Please turn your nails are painting I'm going to have to leave

[@nissanpartscc]

👋🏻 let me get the door for you 🚪

[@kamilzieba7427]

Most overrated series of engines ever made.

[@nissanpartscc]

Super underated. You are very correct.