Diagnosing Key-Off Drain Problems
Chasing down an elusive key-off drain problem can test the patience of any technician. Here are some tips and hints to make your life a little easier.
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Valve Adjustment: A Touchy Feely Subject (A Review of Valve Clearance Adjustment on Nissan Vehicles)
Here’s a review of the once-common skill of valve clearance adjustment and how it should be done on modern Nissan vehicles.
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Keeping Cool Under Pressure
There is no such thing as a maintenance-free cooling system. It’s important to identify potential problems and catch them before a break-down situation. Let’s explore Nissan’s various engine cooling systems, the importance of proper fluids, and some best-practice inspection techniques.
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Nissan Suspension Struts – Back to Basics
Struts are integral to most Nissan suspension designs. Let’s explore the basic methods of testing and inspecting their operation on the road and in the bay, what to tell potential customers.
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Nissan Wheel Bearing Diagnosis and Service
Here are the basics of wheel bearing diagnosis and service, as well as some old-time wisdom and techniques that used to be a little more commonplace prior to the information age. We’ll focus on the fixed-preload cartridge style wheel bearings that are most common in modern vehicles.
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Beyond the Belt – A look at Nissan drive belt types, structure, tension and more
The automotive accessory drive belt is a staple maintenance item. Let’s take a look at the types of drive belts, material structure, adjusting tension, diagnosing problems, and a few tech tips for working with them on a daily basis.
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Nissan Timing Chain Replacement: Gravy or Gristle?
Timing chain service on Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be satisfying and profitable. A minor mistake may require a complete repeat of the job, which can take more than a day on some models. A major mistake may damage the engine, leading to great expense.
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