How does the exhaust manifold work on a Nissan Xterra?

The Nissan Xterra has one exhaust manifold with a four-cylinder engine or two with a V6 engine.The manifold connects the engine and cylinder heads to the exhaust pipe. If an exhaust manifold is cracked or leaking, you need to replace it to prevent harmful exhaust from seeping into the truck. Disconnect the Xterra’s negative battery cable.

How do you remove an exhaust manifold cover?

3) Pull two wiring harnesses from the engine side of the cover. They are held in by attached panel fasteners. 4) Now loose, the cover can be pulled off by bending it over a wheel mount bracket near the middle. There was a black sooty mark on the engine at the back of the manifold.

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What happens if you leave an exhaust manifold leaking?

Notice the corrosion on the head of the leaking port. This is a good reason for not putting off this job once the manifold starts to leak. I ran the truck for a couple thousand miles after the leak appeared. Exhaust gases are extremely corrosive and if left leaking too long may eat away the head.

How do you change the exhaust manifold on a Nissan Xterra?

Disconnect the lower heat shield from the exhaust manifold, which is in the engine compartment. It has four nuts. Disconnect the oxygen sensor’s electrical connector, then remove the upper heat shield by removing its seven nuts. Unbolt and disconnect the EGR pipe from the manifold.

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