HKellermann
Seeking Advice on Overheating Issue and Possible Electric Coolant Pump Failure in 2016 Nissan Note
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A 2016 Nissan Note is experiencing overheating and a check engine light, potentially due to an electric coolant pump failure. The problem might be caused by a defective cable, fuse, or the pump itself, as similar issues have been noted in other Nissan models. Immediate diagnosis is recommended to prevent further engine damage, with potential repair costs around 95 Euro if similar to past cases.
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HKellermann (community.author)
Hey! Thanks for your reply, so, my Nissan Note is a gas machine and it's been running a pretty decent distance, clocked in about 90018 kilometers so far. It got its last service quite recently. Until now, it's been pretty smooth and this overheating thing is the first big problem I've come across. Cheers!
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AnMaierFan
Hey there! Looks like your Nissan Note has done a decent run. The overheating you're experiencing, especially coupled with the check engine light, could indeed point to a variety of things, and the electric coolant pump is a pretty good guess. Here’s what happened with my Juke: The engine overheated because the coolant wasn't circulating properly, which was due to that pesky defective cable I mentioned earlier. That wasn't allowing the pump to circulate the coolant, so the engine got no cooling. Now, it's crucial to remember that this was my Juke's specific problem. If your pump is not working, it could be the pump itself, a cable or a fuse. The diagnostic will tell you what's wrong exactly. In case it's the pump and since our models are pretty similar, you might want to budget the same amount I did, around 95 Euro - but that does depend on whether you take it to a dealer or an independent mechanic. Definitely get it diagnosed ASAP since running the engine hot for too long could lead to even more serious issues. Fingers crossed it’s the same issue I had, no biggie to fix at all! Cheers!
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HKellermann (community.author)
Hi there, Thank you so much for your in-depth advice! Your detailed explanation made it a lot clearer to me. It's good to hear from someone who's been there, done that. I'll get my Note to the mechanic to figure out what's up, fingers crossed it's just a small thing like a fuse or a cable and not the whole pump. Your advice on not running a hot engine too long definitely hit home. I don't want to cause more damage than what's already done. Anyhow, you saved my day and possibly a fair chunk of change too! Cheers!
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AnMaierFan
Hey, I had a similar issue with my 2014 Nissan Juke, so our situations are pretty darn close. Speaking as someone who's just got some experience with cars, not an expert by any means. In my case, it turned out to be a defective cable on the pump/control unit. If you want a ballpark figure, it set me back around 95 Euro at my local garage. They sorted it in no time and the whole thing was pretty straightforward. Before I can give you any more specifics, I'd need a bit more info about your ride. Engine type, mileage, any previous issues, that sort of thing. With a bit more detail, might be able to help you out more. Cheers!
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