What causes a Nissan Leaf to stall out?
Folks on Questdriver forum reported many times they had all kinds of stalling issues due to ECU housing corrosion. It just happened to me! I was working on the throttle pedal and had the position sensor plug disconnected.
What causes a car to start but not keep running?
The engine requires the right amount of air and fuel to mix together for ignition. If there is a fuel leak somewhere, then the correct amount of fuel may not make it to the combustion chamber. This might be enough to allow the engine to start, but not keep running.
Why is the Check Engine light not working?
If the ECU can’t get a clear signal, the engine may fail to start or die immediately after starting. Your ECU should throw a check engine light if there is no signal from the crankshaft or camshaft position sensors. Get this code read if you can, as it may tell you the exact wire that is causing the issue.
Why is my Nissan Quest engine stalling out?
This is a common problem, as the ECU on the Quests is outside, in the engine bay. Folks on Questdriver forum reported many times they had all kinds of stalling issues due to ECU housing corrosion. It just happened to me!
How to turn off a check engine light on a Nissan?
Wait 10 seconds. Press the gas pedal completely down with your foot and hold it there for 10 seconds, or until the SES light blinks on and off. Step on the gas pedal and hold it down completely for another 10 seconds and then release it. Turn the ignition key to the off position. Wait 3 minutes for the ECU to automatically reset.
What to do if your engine management light comes back on?
If the light returns, then you probably have an issue that requires the attention of a mechanic. Alternatively, your local garage will be able to reset your engine management light. An even simpler way to clear the engine management light is to turn the ignition on and off.
What does the ECU do in a Nissan?
ECU (Engine Control Unit) computers are now an integral part of Nissan car design. The ECU constantly monitors and governs many functions, including the electrical and safety systems of the car, and engine management.
The engine requires the right amount of air and fuel to mix together for ignition. If there is a fuel leak somewhere, then the correct amount of fuel may not make it to the combustion chamber. This might be enough to allow the engine to start, but not keep running.