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mider:


Thanks for your response.

The dtc codes are P0455 and P0021

Your OCV valve needs attention. And your Evap system needs to be checked. There's a large leak on the system.
Where is your car located?

kingreign:


Your OCV valve needs attention. And your Evap system needs to be checked. There's a large leak on the system.
Where is your car located?

I am in Lagos

mider:


Thanks for your response.

The dtc codes are P0455 and P0021

I had my Service Engine Soon light come on yesterday, so I took it to my mech for scanning. The code was P0455 and it showed my petrol tank cap wasn’t properly covered. So, I covered it and the light went off ASAP.
Check if your petrol tank cap is covered properly. If you get to a fuel station, ensure you cover your tank yourself and make sure it clicks well.

For that P0021 code, I’m suspecting your camshaft needs to be serviced or changed. If your camshaft is bad, your car will drag and the check engine light will come on.

Confirm if your check engine light and service engine soon light are on.

kingreign:


Your OCV valve needs attention. And your Evap system needs to be checked. There's a large leak on the system.
Where is your car located?

I guess you meant PCV valve

Philadelphia:


I guess you meant PCV valve

OCV solenoid.

Philadelphia:


I had my Service Engine Soon light come on yesterday, so I took it to my mech for scanning. The code was P0455 and it showed my petrol tank cap wasn’t properly covered. So, I covered it and the light went off ASAP.
Check if your petrol tank cap is covered properly. If you get to a fuel station, ensure you cover your tank yourself and make sure it clicks well.

For that P0021 code, I’m suspecting your camshaft needs to be serviced or changed. If your camshaft is bad, your car will drag and the check engine light will come on.

Confirm if your check engine light and service engine soon light are on.

Thanks.

Check engine light is not on but service engine soon is on

mider:


Thanks.

Check engine light is not on but service engine soon is on

Check your petrol cover and see if the o-ring is worn out. You may need to replace is. This is the most basic fix for that SES light

Philadelphia:


Check your petrol cover and see if the o-ring is worn out. You may need to replace is. This is the most basic fix for that SES light

I wanted to fill my tank over the weekend and then I realized fuel was leaking from somewhere around the tank. I guess that’s the reason for the P0455 error.

kingreign:


OCV solenoid.

Is it same thing as VVT solenoid?

mider:


Is it same thing as VVT solenoid?

yes

mider:


Is it same thing as VVT solenoid?

Try to click the vvt solenoid first with battery to confirm its integrity first before replacing, as not all p0021 means solenoid is bad .
Quality of engine oil, dirts in engine oil ,bad vvt actuator,jumped base timing etc are also parts of elements to consider for the code.

mider:


Is it same thing as VVT solenoid?

Did you see where I mentioned your camshaft in my previous quote to you
I’m sure you already got the answers you seek. Your final Decius will ultimately determine the fate of your car.

Philadelphia:


Did you see where I mentioned your camshaft in my previous quote to you
I’m sure you already got the answers you seek. Your final Decius will ultimately determine the fate of your car.

Camshaft for P0021 ? Where ? How ?

autologic:

Camshaft for P0021 ? Where ? How ?

You have the code and the symptom to contend with; not me bro

adaenwa:
Good evening, how is the Infiniti fx45? They said it is a V8 and drinks fuel, but no problem. What I want to know is if it is reliable and will not be breaking down on the road.

Tbh, I don't think you know what you're getting into.

mider:

Thanks for your response.

The dtc codes are P0455 and P0021

You have an engine timing issue

HeavenlyBang:


Tbh, I don't think you know what you're getting into.

Should we tell him?

Hi Infiniti/Nissan gurus,

I plan to purchase a 2004 infiniti FX35 soon. What are some of its common problem areas or things that you suggest I look out for during inspection?


And can anyone pls recommend a sound infiniti fx35 mechanic based in Festac or environs to go along with me to diagnose the vehicle?

Thanks.

RandyX:
Hi Infiniti/Nissan gurus,

I plan to purchase a 2004 infiniti FX35 soon. What are some of its common problem areas or things that you suggest I look out for during inspection?


And can anyone pls recommend a sound infiniti fx35 mechanic based in Festac or environs to go along with me to diagnose the vehicle?

Thanks.

Get a competent tech to inspect.


- Look out for rust
- Scan and check fault codes
- Test drive, long enough to make to car hot to test the transmission and reveal underlying overheating problem
- Check if accidented
- Any noise from the engine
- Factor in suspension and steering problem
- Check the booth, you will probably see the problem the current owner is experiencing

Most importantly, don't trust the seller or the dealer, and don't be in a rush to pay, do your due diligence. Someone was just about to pay or is on the way, or they are the one to pay na story. If you don't buy, someone else will, and you will always find another vehicle!

DMechyy:


Get a competent tech to inspect.


- Look out for rust
- Scan and check fault codes
- Test drive, long enough to make to car hot to test the transmission and reveal underlying overheating problem
- Check if accidented
- Any noise from the engine
- Factor in suspension and steering problem
- Check the booth, you will probably see the problem the current owner is experiencing

Most importantly, don't trust the seller or the dealer, and don't be in a rush to pay, do your due diligence. Someone was just about to pay or is on the way, or they are the one to pay na story. If you don't buy, someone else will, and you will always find another vehicle!

Very detailed. Thanks alot.
If you were close that would have been great so you could help.

kingreign:


Should we tell him?

No need. Experience is the best teacher.

Hi guys so I ed the club (bought the Infiniti fX35) and I’m about to do some mods. Please help review my todo list and suggest based on your experience.

My to do list
- Seat Cover or Upholstery? (current OEM front seats have minor cracks and peels)
- Entertainment: Android Tesla vertical screen or Double Din replacement? (current one is the Orange font FM/tape, CD doesn’t work, so I got a plug in cigarette light Bluetooth connector for now).
- Catalyst? (A mechanic checked and found the Catalyst was removed and the exhaust pipe welded in place. Is what the mechanic calls a Catalyst the catalytic converter?). If so do I absolutely need one?

RandyX:
Hi guys so I ed the club (bought the Infiniti fX35) and I’m about to do some mods. Please help review my todo list and suggest based on your experience.

My to do list
- Seat Cover or Upholstery? (current OEM front seats have minor cracks and peels)
- Entertainment: Android Tesla vertical screen or Double Din replacement? (current one is the Orange font FM/tape, CD doesn’t work, so I got a plug in cigarette light Bluetooth connector for now).
- Catalyst? (A mechanic checked and found the Catalyst was removed and the exhaust pipe welded in place. Is what the mechanic calls a Catalyst the catalytic converter?). If so do I absolutely need one?

Do the seat/upholstery.
Leave the Entertainment the way it is o make you no open plenty threads for Nairaland ontop electrical matters.
Forget about the catalyst. I think Heavenlybang did a cat delete on his G35 and he didn’t notice any difference in petrol consumption or performance.

Welcome to the club.

Oya share pictures let’s feed our eyes.

KINGREIGN to add you to the Infiniti WhatsApp group if you wish.

Philadelphia:


Do the seat/upholstery.
Leave the Entertainment the way it is o make you no open plenty threads for Nairaland ontop electrical matters.
Forget about the catalyst. I think Heavenlybang did a cat delete on his G35 and he didn’t notice any difference in petrol consumption or performance.

Welcome to the club. 

Oya share pictures let’s feed our eyes.

KINGREIGN to add you to the Infiniti WhatsApp group if you wish.

Thanks for the direction. I haven't done any of the mods yet so no pictures yet for now.

[quote author=RandyX post=108630380]Hi guys so I ed the club (bought the Infiniti fX35) and I’m about to do some mods. Please help review my todo list and suggest based on your experience.

My to do list
- Seat Cover or Upholstery? (current OEM front seats have minor cracks and peels)
- Entertainment: Android Tesla vertical screen or Double Din replacement? (current one is the Orange font FM/tape, CD doesn’t work, so I got a plug in cigarette light Bluetooth connector for now).
- Catalyst? (A mechanic checked and found the Catalyst was removed and the exhaust pipe welded in place. Is what the mechanic calls a Catalyst the catalytic converter?). If so do I absolutely need one?



[please do u have a Gud mechanic and Rewire u can recommend]

[quote author=saynay post=109331757][/quote]
Upholstery

Android tesla

Buy complete catalyst (though it's expensive oo) but if u don't have enough money to buy comolate catalyst, u can do the construction (budget 80-100k for construction)

Hello house, pls my infiniti fx35 2006 starts perfect when the engine is cool but after driving it needs to be left alone till the engine cools before it can start. How far I drive determines how long I have to wait for the engine to be cool b4 it can start. Few mechanics said its cold starting switch abi sensor which I changed yet the problem still dey. November ending one mechanic said its a bad kick starter and I serviced the kick starter. After servicing d kick starter, d problem got solved but one month later d problem started again.. Pls I need help pls.. I dey enugu state.. Thanks house

myhero:
Hello house, pls my infiniti fx35 2006 starts perfect when the engine is cool but after driving it needs to be left alone till the engine cools before it can start. How far I drive determines how long I have to wait for the engine to be cool b4 it can start. Few mechanics said its cold starting switch abi sensor which I changed yet the problem still dey. November ending one mechanic said its a bad kick starter and I serviced the kick starter. After servicing d kick starter, d problem got solved but one month later d problem started again.. Pls I need help pls.. I dey enugu state.. Thanks house

Does it mean my kick starter which worked fine after servicing it has gone bad within one month Advice and suggestions pls..

myhero:
Hello house, pls my infiniti fx35 2006 starts perfect when the engine is cool but after driving it needs to be left alone till the engine cools before it can start. How far I drive determines how long I have to wait for the engine to be cool b4 it can start. Few mechanics said its cold starting switch abi sensor which I changed yet the problem still dey. November ending one mechanic said its a bad kick starter and I serviced the kick starter. After servicing d kick starter, d problem got solved but one month later d problem started again.. Pls I need help pls.. I dey enugu state.. Thanks house

Replace kick starter

kingreign:


Replace kick starter

Bro can a licking steering rack cause the kick starter to damage because my steering rack licks small. I don't know if the steering rack lickage is d curse

myhero:

Bro can a licking steering rack cause the kick starter to damage because my steering rack licks small. I don't know if the steering rack lickage is d curse

Is the steering rack leaking into the kick starter?

kingreign:


Is the steering rack leaking into the kick starter?

One mechanic said the steering rack is licking into the kick while another mechanic took same car to petrol station and used there pit to view under well.after viewing it, he said the steering rack lickage is not going into the kick starter