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erwincrystal4

Elgrand Stalling at Idle

My 2002 Nissan Elgrand, diesel engine, 25315 km, has the check engine light on and stalls at idle. Error codes indicate an incorrect fuel composition. I suspect a defective cable or plug connection. Seen similar?

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williamguenther67

That's rough. I had something similar happen with my old Peugeot 307. Kept getting a check engine light and rough idling. We suspected wrong fuel or some sort of fuel contamination. Have you checked the fuel lines and filter for any debris? Also, how's the fuel quality in your area?

erwincrystal4 (Author)

Fuel quality here is usually pretty decent, but you never know. I haven't gone as far as inspecting the lines themselves, though. When you say similar, do you mean the error codes pointed to a fuel mixture issue as well?

williamguenther67

Yeah, the codes were all over the place, but the mechanic kept mentioning something about the combustion chamber and the fuel mixture being off. Ultimately, turned out to be a faulty sensor connection. I'd advise getting it properly diagnosed; could save you a headache down the line.

erwincrystal4 (Author)

Sensor connection was what I was leaning towards. Appreciate the insight. Took it into the shop; 95€ later, seems a defective cable/plug connection was indeed the culprit. Sorted now.

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