Q: No start

The head gaskets failing could indeed cause this issue. Some ways to figure out if the head gasket is bad would be evidence of internal leakage of oil or coolant via pressure tests and compression tests. If the head gaskets have...

Your vehicle should be serviced on a regular basis (https://www.yourmechanic.com/scheduled-maintenance/nissan-xterra/) and different services are done at different mileages. If you are not sure of what service to do or what is needed, then I suggest you have the vehicle oil...

Hi there, thanks for writing in. Code P2311 (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/p2311-obd-ii-trouble-code-ignition-coil-d-secondary-circuit-by-jay-safford) points out a problem with the ignition of cylinder #4. The spark is most likely not lasting long enough. There may be another issue going on with the vehicle. I'd recommend...

Your vehicle has a recall for the alternator cable shorting on the power steering line after the insulation gets rubbed through. The recall is for inspecting and replacing the alternator and alternator wiring. The recommendation I have is to contact...

Each of those engine sizes have unique casting numbers embossed on the head, block, etc. The casting numbers for the 1.8L are Block Cast # 5M0; In-Line Head Cast # 5M0; Cam Cast # 5M0-5M0 or 4M5-4M5; and Crankshaft Cast...

It sounds like what you are describing is an exhaust manifold leak. Your exhaust manifold is bolted to the cylinder head and is sealed with an exhaust manifold gasket that sits in between the manifold and the cylinder head. When...

Hi there. It sounds like the ignition coils are getting hot and when the engine is shut off, the engine will not restart due to an ignition coil that will not produce a spark. Remove one spark plug wire at...

I would recommend taking your vehicle back to the place that performed the service and ask them to take a second look. If the vehicle did not have this issue prior to having it serviced, it is likely that something...

by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of both. Spark related problems generally will result from things like ignition coils, crankshaft position sensor, spark plugs, spark...