Author: ry

Below is a no start condition guide for the Nissan Xterra. There are a couple very common issues with these vehicles, and I wanted to get a quick guide out there for people who have not delt with it before. This chart will grow with time and contributions from the Xterra community.

Below is a list of common Nissan codes and any corresponding Ry The Car Guy videos that attempt to address the issue. This is an active list and will be updated based on codes I address on my vehicles and create videos on.

Code	Description	Video
P1111	Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve Circuit Bank 1	Video
P1136	Intake Valve Timing Control Solenoid Valve Circuit Bank 2	Video
P0335	Crankshaft Position Sensor “A” Circuit Malfunction	Video
P0340	Camshaft Position Sensor “A” Circuit Malfunction	Video
P0345	Camshaft Position Sensor “B” Circuit Malfunction	Video
P0448	Evaporative Emission Control System Vent Control Circuit Close	Video
P0462	Fuel Level Sensor Circuit Low Input	Video
P0463	Fuel Level Sensor Circuit High Input	Video

Hey guys, this is a companion article to the video recently posted on RTCG 2 about my new (to me) 2020 RAM 2500. I state in the video that I will post a readable version of my window sticker and post so specs. So here they are. Also, if you are somehow here without seeing the video. I have it posted below for you.

Performance

Horsepower	370 @ 2800 RPM
Torque	850 @ 1700 rpm
Engine	6-Cyl, Turbo Diesel, 6.7 Liter
Drivetrain	4WD
Transmission	6-Speed Automatic (68Rfe)

Tech Specs

Fuel Capacity	31.0 gallons
Front Head Room	40.9 inches
Front Leg Room	40.9 inches
Max Seating Capacity	5
Minimum Ground Clearance	13.1 inches
Overall Length	238.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room	65.9 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum	14410 pounds
Wheel Base	149.0 inches
Width with mirrors	83.5 inches
Payload	3380 pounds
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	10000 pounds
Bed Length	6.33 feet

Hey guys, as promised I wanted to get this cost break down out to you so you can see exactly what I spent rebuilding my VK 56. Here is a quick guide/tips on using the spread sheet.

1. Not everything on this list is required – I bought some items I could have lived without and I brough items that you might think is a waste. Conversely, I may have bought items that I consider optional that you might consider required. I used Column H to mark items that I considered optional/required
2. I broke it out by phase – Phase 1 was engine removal, phase 2 was the rebuild, and phase 3 was engine reinstall and first start/break in.
3. I did not buy all of these items for the rebuild. I already had a lot of it. I used the “new to me” column to determine my cost. You can do the same. You can put a capital X in each row that’s new to you and see an estimated cost to the far right.
4. The far right side – Scroll to the right and you will see the cost break down by type of item (Tools, consumables, and parts) as well as a total cost.

This article is a supplemental document to the video listed below.

https://youtu.be/EgR8yRR5tm0

The below is in two sections first is an alphabetical list of all the torque specs I could find pertaining to the engine install. Second is a list of diagrams for the items that require a particular toque sequence. I recommend using the search function of your browser to quickly find what you are looking for. Reach out if I missed anything.

* All specs are in foot pounds unless otherwise noted.

Part	Torque (ft-lbs)
Air Conditioning Pump (cross pattern)	45
Alternator to lower bracket	16
Alternator to upper bracket	48
Cowl Mounts	51
Engine Mounting Bracket to Block	65
Exhaust Manifold	251
Exhaust Manifold Heat Shields	51 in-lbs
Front Cross Member	96
Front Drive Shafts (line up paint makers)	54
Front Final Drive (Differential)	135
Front Final Drive (Differential) Skid Plate	73 in-lbs
Front Propeller Shaft (Drive Shaft) (line up paint makers)	44
Hood	9
Intake Manifolds	73 in-lbs
Power Steering Pump	48
Radiator Drain Plug	11 in-lbs
Radiator Fan Clutch to Pulley	78 in-lbs
Radiator Fan Pulley Bracket	33 on the nuts 31 on bolts
Radiator Fan Shroud	37 in-lbs
Radiator Top Studs	37 in-lbs
Rear Propeller Shaft (Drive Shaft)	70
Starter Mounting Bolts	34
Starter Terminal Nut	8
Throttle Body (cross pattern)	74
Torque Converter to Drive Plate	38
Transmission Cooler Lines to Transmission	36
Transmission Crossmember to Frame	74
Transmission Crossmember to Trans Mount	65
Transmission Shift Control Nut	11
Transmission to Engine	83
Wiper Arms	17
Wiper Motor Mounts	42 in-lbs

¹ – Do not reuse

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Transmission to Engine Bolt Pattern

Exhaust Manifold Bolt Patter

Intake Manifold Bolt Pattern

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A long long time ago in a city far far away I made a box for a subwoofer that fit perfectly in my Xterra. I didn’t make a video on it because I was not at the point in my YT career that I was making a video on everything that I do to my Xterra. However, since I made it, I have gotten the occasional “how did you build that box?” comment in videos where you can see it. That led me to make a quick video describing how I did it (which can be found below). In order to make very clear how I accomplished this I also took measurements and drew out all the dimensions on a guide. Below you will see the image I created along with a link where you can download a printable PDF version.

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Click here to download the PDF

This job had a lot of steps but as long you pay stick with it is really just a bolt on job. There is really not much to write up so below you will find the specs for the parts of the vehicle that are touched during this job. This page is broken up into two parts. The Titan/Armada/QX56 first, then below that the Xterra/Frontier specs. Scroll to the very bottom to quickly access the video. Thanks for stopping by!

Titan/Armada/QX56 Specs

Axel

Suspension

HUB

Xterra/Frontier

Upper and lower Control Arms

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To be honest this job was really straight forward. There is really not much to write up so below you will find the specs for the parts of the vechiles that are touched during this job. This page is broken up into two parts. The Titan/Armada/QX56 first, then below that the Xterra/Frontier specs. Scroll to the very bottom to quickly access the video. Thanks for stopping by!

Titan/Armada/QX56 Specs

Brakes

Axel

Suspension

HUB

Xterra/Frontier

Brakes

Suspension

Hub

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If you are reading this then you likely watched my Nissan Xterra suspension lift kit video over on YouTube. If you have not, then WHY not? Go check it out at the bottom of this page.

This post is designed as a supplement to that video, giving you all the parts, tools, and torque specs to get the job done right. Lets start with a list of tools:

Tools need for the install

• 4 Jack Stands – https://amzn.to/2RGWlIK
• Dead blow hammer – https://amzn.to/3cb8uiA
• Breaker Bar – https://amzn.to/3hNyYb3
• Hand Drill (if you are drilling stock plates) – https://amzn.to/32LfGyY
• Impact Drill (Helpful but optional) – https://amzn.to/3chHGxg
• 3/8 Ratchet – https://amzn.to/33HXEwv
• 1/2 Ratchet – https://amzn.to/3cfY8xV
• Torque Wrench up to 155 lb-ft – https://amzn.to/2FRSNAR
• 14mm Socket
• 14 mm Deep Socket
• 17mm Socket
• 17mm Box Wrench
• 18mm Socket
• 19mm Socket
• 19mm Box Wrench
• 22mm Socket (or adjustable wrench) – https://amzn.to/3hLIKui
• 5mm Allen Wrench (for the tire rod end bolt so size could vary)
• High Speed Steel Step Drill Bit 1″ (if you’re using stock plates) – https://amzn.to/2FHhJLq
• Spring compressors(if you are building the front suspension yourself)

Note: The above are Amazon affiliate links, I will earn a small commission at no cost to you if you use the links above to purchase products.

Parts List

I ordered my entire kit from All Dogs Offroad: https://www.alldogsoffroad.com/

Front End
Springs
Shocks
Cam Bolts
If are are going to build the front suspension yourself you will need:
Upper strut mounts
All rubber mounts and bushings for the front

Rear End
Leaf packs
Leaf pack bushings
shocks
Mount Plates (You can drill out and reuse your stock plates if you like)

Torque Specs

The Video…