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Formerly_94PathyMan

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About Formerly_94PathyMan

  • Birthday 07/03/1983

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    01 Infiniti QX4 all stock for now, looking to do minor upgrades. 2 10" Apline type S DVC subs run by 800W Keenwood amp. Stock Bose system with Pac-Sun amp add-on kit to retain factory harness.
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    Skilled/Experienced Mechanic
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    22-29
  • What do you consider yourself?
    Rarely Go Off-Road
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  • Year
    2001

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    Aurora, CO
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  1. I had the same problem on my 01, except then it did the whole err2 message...so I bought a remanufactured one, and it did it too within 6 months...tells me they are crap. I got my Kenwood installed now, so I would recommend just putting an aftermarket deck in there, just make sure if you don't want to rewire everything you get the wiring kit that is for the Bose system, if you have that option. I personally had to rewire mine to get the volume I was looking for, but most would have been satisfied with the stock amps running those speakers, my fronts are aftermarket, so it wasn't quite utilizing their potential. Now that I have rewired everything, it sounds awesome, be even better if I added an amp. I would try the CD lens cleaner first, but more than likely, you are going to have to replace. Seems to be a common problem with the factory HU.
  2. OK, so today, on my way home from a company meeting on my day off...UGH...My SSU started doing it again. I just so happened to be passing an auto parts store, and figured I would check the codes real quick while it was doing it...and there it was, cylinder 5 misfire...wasn't there before, now it is. I ordered a coil now to replace that, and hopefully that takes care of it all. I guess the guy at NAPA didn't know how to use the scanner because I showed 4 stored codes on this one, where he swore there was only 1...which I thought I saw 1/2 in the top right corner, but when I did the MIL check at home, I only got the one. So when I get it replaced, I will let you know if this fixes it finally...Man I am so happy I got the second code!
  3. Ok, so I went through all the diagnostics for code 1320 for the right bank, and came up with zilch! I tested o2 sensors, nothing there...ok, so what else could be causing this code? I didn't test the left bank because it the manny cat on the right side that is glowing. I don't see how it could be the MAF, or any other sensor before the right bank, for the simple fact that it is the right cat glowing. I still find it hard to believe it is the cat causing this, as it is a misfire, not a loss in power...though that does happen when it acts up, but not all the time like a plugged cat would do, and lately, only when it is above 40 degrees outside does it act up. I know we have some Nissan employees on here, feel free to chime in. Is it possible that the cat is slightly plugged just enough that it could cause this? I know they say replace all 6 coils just to make sure they aren't the culprit, but I don't have that kind of money. I love my SSU...get it, Superior Sport Utility...and all, but I have bills to pay first. I am just stumped, and these dang repair manuals on CD just aren't the same as the old Chilton/Haynes manuals, God I miss those, these are so much different, never had to use one so I am still figuring it out, plus my DVD burner on my laptop is on the fritz, so rather hard to just look it up whenever. I guess I am just looking to see if anyone else had these similar circumstances, with only one code, a cat that glows red when it misfires, and only does it on warmer days. I am still leaning toward a faulty coil, but every time I test them, nothing is wrong. I get 1.4 to 1.6 ohms across the board...can't remember if it is killa or if it is mega, but that is what shows on the screen. Any advice is most graciously appreciated and I hope I can get this dang thing figured out!
  4. Where do you get those? And I read somewhere that if the o2 sensor is causing a rich condition, it can cause the cat to be over worked so to speak and it would glow red. And if it was clogged, which I have 4 of them on the truck, two per bank,, I would have the problem all the time, not just intermittently, and it was only the manifold cat glowing.. For example, it happens most times after I drive it for about 10 miles or so, shut it off, then when I turn it back on, that is usually when it does it. But sometimes if I let it cool a bit, it goes away, and other times I can romp on it, and it will go away...which makes me think a clogged o2 sensor or a short, maybe even an injector going bad. It is confusing me, since it isn't a constant thing, I am not leaning toward a plugged cat, cuz once a cat is plugged, it is plugged, no miraculous clearing should happen...I said should for a reason, stranger things have happened.. Thanks guys for all the advice so far, keep it coming.
  5. Ok, so I tested coils, cleaned the MAF, did a tune up, and replaced the fuel filter. It is still doing it, and I noticed last night that the right bank manifold cat is glowing red when it does its thing. Could this be o2 sensor related? Or do I just replace the cat...maybe I should go old school and punch a hole in it...LMAO...I just need to read up on how to test the o2 sensors now!
  6. Ok, so like the title says, I seem to be having an intermittent misfire on my 01 QX4, 150k miles, spark plugs have roughly 50k on them, and I don't think the coils have ever been replaced. Now that I have that out of the way, I guess my question is, do the O2 sensors like to go out on these things? Are the coils faulty? Are the aftermarket coils reliable? Could it be something even simpler? I have my fuel filter coming, since I haven't replaced that since I bought it, figured it was probably time. I haven't pulled the codes yet, planning on doing that Saturday at Autozone to see what they are. I know it is hard to rule out/pin point anything without the code, I was just wondering if anyone had any advice on what they have found. I see some have had faulty coils, so I looked those up, and Judas Priest they are expensive. Do you really have to replace all of them at once? I read somewhere (can't remember where now) that it is recommended to replace all at once. I am on a tight budget, and cannot afford an $800 bill right now. Like i said, I am going to be replacing the fuel filter just for safety sake, but I know that wouldn't cause an intermittent misfire. Already checked for possible vacuum leaks, shorts, and things of that nature, but wanted to see if anyone had any quick advice for me. Thanks guys, you have always given me plenty of good advice, and I searched but didn't really get a solid idea of what I should do.
  7. I am running Mobil 1 extended performance...Always used clean 5000, but this new stuff says 15k! I got three filters and I will let you know what the oil tests when I am done in about 9k! Yes I plan on getting it tested!
  8. Thanks Tek...now I am contemplating an ome light duty lift...maybe medium! Time will tell!
  9. Nice job, looks good! I personally wouldn't lose tha wind deflector, wish my year had that! You may have just inspired me to fab one up...and maybe some other things!
  10. I gotta say man, you are sure making us fellow Coloradans proud!
  11. Ok, so I have now read this entire thread, and still haven't quite got the answers I am looking for. To start, I have an 01 Qx4, bone stock, with the 17" rims running 245/70/17 I believe. I formerly ran a 94 pathy, and had hopes and aspirations to lift it, but never did. I wanted to go 3" with that, however, I love my Q the way it is, but would like just a little more ground clearance to maybe run some 255 or 265 17's. I would like to do not much more than a 1" lift and was curious about the light duty OME springs, as what I have read the mediums will give a little less than 1.5", so would the lights give a little less? I know I could go with the 1" spacer up front, but I can't find anything to lift the rear an inch or so. Any suggestions on this? I am already planning on doing the Warn hubs, and see if maybe I can cut out a hole for them to fit through that cap, but I want something to maybe give me a little more clearance, you know? I don't want to throw huge tires on right away, and I don't want to make this thing a "truck" so to speak, as I love the way it rides now. I have heard nothing but good about OME, but at the same token, haven't heard anything about the light duty springs either. I am not planning adding any bumpers or anything of that nature, and if I ever do, it will mean I have the money to replace springs if needed. I just want to give a slightly higher stance, as I notice the Infiniti's seem to sit slightly lower than the Nissan's, and this could be purely cosmetic as they have a different body kit, but I would like to bring it up a bit. Let me know of any suggestions, as I am going to stop rambling here for a bit and see what else I can find. Thanks in advance for any and all info!
  12. Just to be safe, I just get the hubs that fit the 99 pathy right? Same stuff if I am not mistaken. I just don't want to order the wrong part and have a problem. Thinking of Mile Marker's because they are cheaper and I don't plan on trailing this anytime soon.
  13. I know there are much better rigs out there...or more deserving...but hey, why not, since she is not going to be mine much longer... Formerly_94Pathyman
  14. Look around on here,lots of info! I got a 94 for sale if your interested. Check my other posts for info. Welcome BTW!
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