When was the last time my Nissan Altima had a spark plug change?
Changing out the front light bulbs is a pain. The last time I had an engine light turn on is because I forgot to change out the spark plugs at 100,000 and actually went 120,000 miles on them. This car has been my most favorite car with the least maintenance I have ever owned.
What kind of engine does Nissan Altima have?
I always used Mobil 1 synthetic and 5-30 weight because of the close tolerance machining of Japanese engines. I have my transmission flushed every 50,000. It has power but I drive it very gentle now because of the high mileage.
What to look for in a used Nissan Altima?
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Can a bad crankshaft sensor cause the engine to stall?
If the crankshaft position sensor or its wiring have any issues, it can cause the crankshaft signal to be cut off while the engine is running, which can cause the engine to stall. This is usually a symptom of a wiring problem, however a bad crankshaft position sensor can also produce this symptom.
What’s the problem with my 2006 Nissan Altima?
So, my family owns a 2006 Nissan Altima, and it’s developed a strange problem recently. It would start fine when cold, but then if I park it and come back 20 minutes later, it won’t start again. Apparently this is a thing that happens with Altimas.
What to do if your Nissan Altima won’t start?
Went out yesterday morning and tried starting it. Pressed the gas pedal down like you described and it fired right up. Wife was able to drive the car to get new tires yesterday and to work today. Thanks for the suggestion! Went out yesterday morning and tried starting it. Pressed the gas pedal down like you described and it fired right up.
Why does my Nissan Altima keep stalling?
As for sensors, the crank and cam sensors were replaced by Nissan in 2010 right after I bought because the car started bucking hard on the highway and acted like it would stall and would have a hard time starting. Please tell me these sensors are bad yet again. I’ve never been able to figure out what causes this.
Is the Nissan Altima a good car to buy?
The cabin remained roomy and the seats supportive. The four-cylinder engine makes the Altima quick, but noisy under acceleration. Handling is sound, but not nimble and ride is somewhat stiff. It also has a wide turning circle. There are 2 recalls on this vehicle. Learn More.