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95 j30 tach fluctuating and sticks

houndog1 — 2009-11-21T16:21:29-08:00

Hey you all, New to Nico.I'm sure this topic has been covered in the past so maybe someone could guide me the past post and suggestions.
Topic: Tachometer 1995 J30, fluctuating and sticking. I am a mechanic but not familiar with the J30. I do know the shop manual states that the tach is a 2 wire system involving pins 27&20 to the ECU ,BUT WHAT IS THE FIX IF AT ALL THERE IS ONE ? Thank's Guy's Tom

ughcheck engine light

lifexpr08 — 2009-11-20T11:33:33-08:00

My "94 J30 CEL light came on today and the engine started to run rough and the engine is idling realy rough. Can someone tell me what could had failed?

300zx N/A coil oacks same as J30 coil packs

SuicidnS13 — 2009-11-20T04:50:03-08:00

All ready searched and the term "Coil Packs" brings up no results in the j30 section. The j30 is a funny car using the 300zx n/a engine yet it uses an n62 MAF.

So back on topic, Im pretty sure my coil pack finally died on me as my engine is now running on 5 cylinders. I pulled the spark plug out and it is wet with fuel and has nasty build up all over it from obviously driving on it with out combustion happening in the cylinder.

Will the 300zx NA coil pack work on the j30? They look identical except for a few small body lines on the body above the rubber boot.

Tires and front brake suggestions....97 j30

dbovar1 — 2009-11-21T16:15:58-08:00

I'm changing all four tires for the first time. And while I'm on the front, I'm gonna change my front pads. Any suggestions on good pads and tires. I live in Louisiana, so I need some good wet weather and hard driving tires.

Maximum Mileage for 1991 M30

Newguynick — 2009-11-19T11:43:19-08:00

Thinking of buying a used 1991 M30 .... but .... it has 160,000 miles on it...

I dont want it to die on me in like a year or two ... So does anyone know whats the typical or maximum mileage you can get out of this car ...

J30 Transmission Overhaul

gangstar946 — 2009-11-20T16:28:51-08:00

well, not much to say. I never come on here a lot anyways. However, I recently blew all the internals of the transmission. pieces and pieces in the pan. Had it rebuilt for about 800 bucks. I like to favor the mechanics who work in the rough part of town, because they know everything and talk straight with you. best deals. It was more electrical work than all the other stuff like clutches etc...

I must say, I just picked it up today and it drives like a dream!!!! its perfect! no common symptoms:

hesitation 40-50mph: ELIMINATED!
Surging under heavy acceleration: ELIMINATED!
Park Neutral, reverse lights on: ELIMINATED!
Hard 1-2 shift: ELIMINATED!

Kbflip. don't mind. but I think you can get your J running again. I got to see a little but of your car. I was actually chasing you down Mason Rd./St Catherine's...ring a bell? about a month ago. I was trying to pull up to you in the right but I missed you.

I also want to thank driverdriver for all your help. I've never met you but, you must be one of the most disciplined drivers on the road.

Crashed J :(

alex61089 — 2009-11-19T12:47:49-08:00

Hey guys, i just figured i'd post this to say that I crashed my J .
No, I wasen't doing anything stupid, or attempting to.
Long story short... I was driving home late (3am) from work when someone decided to dart across the blvd (car chase) Hence I swerved the car to the right and was welcomed by a giant pot hole and a tree.
The result?
broken a arm, break lines, control arms; basically everything that was holding the tire was ripped off, and the strut was bent, tired ruined and was hanging and facing sideways. I then side swiped the tree which took out my turn signal and ruined my fender.

Well.. I didnt want to be bothered with the car afterwords.. I mean i was heartbroken; but realized the effort to put into it i could get another car.. So i sold the car to my uncle for 500; and hes in the process of fixing it right now.
and I'm now the proud owner of a 2006 altima with 32,000 miles.
I'll still come on here and help other J members cause you guys have definitely been a help and I wanna thank you all; and I must say... The people on the altima 6th gen forum SUCK compared to the people on this forum; no ethusisam what so ever. or replys. lol.. Well yeah.

Sunroof gasket replacement dillema

colincliff2 — 2009-11-19T13:51:50-08:00

Sorry to start yet another sunroof post, but I'm stuck & need some advice. I am trying to replace my sunroof gasket using the information carlos provided in the following post:
http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread/160015

I opened the roof half way, released the two clips, and pushed the felt liner back. Per the instructions in that post, it says I should be able to start closing the sunroof and felt will stay all the way back, allowing me to remove all 6 bolts from the lid. However, my felt liner catches on a second set of spring clips located about 1/2 way back on the lid! Therefore, when I go to close the roof, it grabs the liner about 1/2 way and keeps me from reaching the last 2 bolts. I have not been able to release these other clips as they are very tight & far back.

Has anyone else run into this problem? It sounds like a few people on here have used this method to replace their gasket without trouble.

Code 32/34 on a 1995 Infiniti J30

newbee — 2009-11-17T09:44:57-08:00

Any suggestions on main possible reasons for code 32? The EGR value is functioning correctly. I presume that the EGRC Solenoid needs to be replaced. Anyone had the same issues with their J30? I know that the code 34 is knock sensor which can be replaced easily. Should I get an OBD2 reading to actually pinpoint what the problem is? Suggestion would be helpful. Thanks!

Stereo Wiring

SkysJ30 — 2009-11-15T06:21:06-08:00

I have a 1997 Infiniti J30 and The stereo works but the back light has gone out is there anyway i can fix it and if not can someone send me a full view of the wiring harness to the plugs in the back depicting the wiring colors and theyre placement so i can just put an after market stereo in. Thanks

M30 and S13

immike713 — 2009-11-17T10:37:35-08:00

can you put the crossmember from a s13 into an m30? or are the two crossmembers the same?

my car wont start

msj30 — 2009-11-13T11:24:01-08:00

My car is not starting all of my lights are coming on in the vehicle so its not the battery it kind of sound like there is not gas getting to where ever it needs to get to.PLEASE HELP!!!!!

M30 engine swap

immike713 — 2009-11-13T09:19:50-08:00

i am trying to put a rb25det into my M30 i need to know what type of engine crossmembers are compatable and if anyone has a R31 crossmember?

Smoother Shifting

joetraynor — 2009-11-12T18:07:12-08:00

Hello,
My car is an automatic, I have noticed that when it shifts, it is not as smooth as it used to be. It is kind of jerky when it goes from the lower gear into the hight gear. What should I do?
Thanks

J30 rear Knuckle (axle housing ) Question

fatnbald — 2009-11-15T18:59:48-08:00

IM looking for a parts car. It would be nice if it had Super Hicas but several of the cars Im looking at dont. I need a rear wheel bearing so I am hoping to salvage one off the parts car I purchase. Does anyone know of the rear Knuckles are the same for reg and hicas cars ?

Darlington Resistor

tanaisheck — 2009-11-08T20:36:58-08:00

Hey guys i am trying to find a Darlington resistor for my J30 air conditioning system ...BTW thanks for the advice n the shocks..i live in Jamaica and the ONE AND ONLY iInfiniti Dealer couldn't find it..can someone give me the link to it on a website..that would be appreciated

weird electical issues

puck — 2009-11-19T07:53:21-08:00

I installed a new antenna power assembly today after my last one was broken by a mechanic trying to remove the mast (this all started when my girlfriend drove my car through a car wash with the antenna up). I've, unfortunately, run into many odd problems with other electrical systems since installing the new unit.

There is a three wire connector that connects to the OEM assemby made of a black, a green/orange and a yellow/red wire. The black is ground. The yellow/red is 12 volts from radio and is powered when the radio is on. The green/orange looks like it comes directly from the battery based on the wiring diagrams.

The antenna assembly I installed is the common one sold on ebay that others have mentioned on this forum. I matched up the wires on it with the ones from the car and spiced them together as is instructed with the manual that it came with.

Now I have multiple electrical problems, even after I disconnect all the wiring done above.

1. the bose unit is always off when the car is put in acc or on. (it should return to its previous state)

2. every time the car is turned off, the stations programed into the radios memory are gone.

3. the temperature control module is off every time the car is restarted (it should return to the state it was in prior to the car being turned off)

4. my wireless remote to open and lock the car doors no longer works

5. I can not open the trunk with the wireless remote.

In addition, the new assembly did not work when it was all hooked up.

I'm at a total loss as to why this happened and what to do next. There could be other things too, this is all I have noticed so far. Any input would be greatly appreciated. I've check all the fuses for the antenna and radio - all seem to be fine. What am I missing here?

M30 issues

bang4dabuck — 2009-11-09T09:11:30-08:00

Power steering pressure hose - highway robbery. Any ideas ?

Climate control display doesn't work ... most of the time. For some strange reason out of nowhere it will kick on. Fixable or replace ? I know where there are a couple M30s in a couple yards.

Speedometer - same thing although it shows flashes more often. Probably go to a GPS rather than replace. It's been broke for 3 years and I've only been pulled over once for a warning.

I been looking thru all the local junkyards for the upholstered back seat, Lumbar section only, BEIGE for a COUPE (no convertibles) no tears or dry rot. Let me know. I'm in Maryland.

I'm thinking my exhaust is going or getting ready to. I got almost 150K on car. Is the cat a goner ? What's a good sounding muffler ?

alarm

innovatus — 2009-11-07T18:35:50-08:00

CAn someone help. I recently bought a 93 J30. it did not come with a remote. today i left the ket in the ignition, when i opened the door the alarm when off. how do i stop it.? i can even start it now

Please help, J30 still won't start!!! UNIQUE PROBLEM, EXPERTS

azj30fv — 2009-11-10T13:13:57-08:00

Okay, so I troubleshooted my J30. Pretty sure my problem was the Radiator Fan relay.

It was missing, but in its place was a 30 amp fuse. When I re attach the fuse in the relays place the car starts, but does not turn off.

I bought a new relay for it, placed it in, but it will not start.

So, what would be the problem?

ANY HElP PLEASE!!!

air conditioner brushes

chingon77 — 2009-11-04T12:08:59-08:00

The brushes on my blower fan have worn out completly. Does anybody know of a way to mcguyver some new brushes so that i don't have to by a new blower fan?

M30 fsm and fiche

Hype — 2009-11-08T23:13:03-08:00

Is there an fsm out there for the M30? Trying to find a pinout to try and fix my damned a/c controls. It seems there's every other vehicle spoken for except this one... damn.

The other thing that I've been looking for is a fiche you can look through like on courtesyparts.com they only do Nissan

J30 Driving Lights....

steverinaz — 2009-11-06T05:10:34-08:00

I love the fog lights on the Leopard, has anyone found a set that blends well with the J30's? I sure like the driving lights on my Sonata....

MAY SHE REST IN PEACE...

kbflip02 — 2009-11-08T22:26:28-08:00

so the day has finally come....my J has finally died... the tranny took a big crap on me while i was trying to diagnose some engine problems....rather than fix her im just going to let her rest in peace...on a positive note if my meetings with real estate investors go good wednesday and i am able to sell my beach house i will be able to start my VH45DE swap in another J...hopefully it all works out...the only parts i plan on swapping from my old J are all the black out lights i did...going to sell the cams,pulleys, and ECU....let me know if anyone wants anything off her before she goes to the junkyard...

J30 will not start, help please

azj30fv — 2009-11-03T09:23:31-08:00

Hello, I am new here. I reviewed previous car wont start posts, mine is just a bit different.

Yes, I get no crank, no sound what so ever when I try to start the car. Only thing that has power is locks and indoor light. No power to gauge lights, windows, radio. Security light flashes. I've been checking fuses and relays.
Took battery to autozone, its good, battery cables look good too. No funny smells, no wierd sounds. Just will not start?

Any help is appreciated, Yoda got anything, you seem popular on here.

Transmission Problem

kcmoJ30t — 2009-11-04T12:50:25-08:00

I recently had a minor wreck to my 1995 J30t (85,000 miles) that damaged my front right headlight, bumper, and quater panel. The car is still driveable, but on my way to get it looked at the transmission wasn't shifting into OD on the highway. It would shift fine from 1st thru 3rd. I also noticed that my gear shifter wasnt working when I tried manaully downshifting into 2nd or 1st while driving around 20 mph. My car has never had any kind of transmission problems before I got into a wreck. Does anyone think the wreck had anything to do with my transmission acting up or is it just coincidence? I was hoping the problem would be electrical or something minor. Thanks in advance for any help or suggestions.

hicas light

msj30 — 2009-11-10T13:26:46-08:00

my hicas light keeps coming on, what am i to do, what does it mean? :

where can you find J30 car amplifiers

thall1967 — 2009-11-08T23:11:56-08:00

My old a** speakers be in my J30t since 1993 and the amp in the rear speakers went in both of them.

Now, I want to know if the other 3 wires are power wires for the amps inside the speaker cups in the rear? If so, can I use the power wires from the OEM hook up to the new component speakers with and crossover?

It would be nice if everyone starting a thread about a problem finished it

Victor — 2009-10-30T19:40:24-08:00

Quite a few threads I read start with someone posting about a problem they are having with their car, then various posters offer suggestions as to a fix, then the original poster may post that he tried this or that and still had the problem, and so on, and then the thread ends and we never find out what the final solution was or whether the poster just gave up and junked the car or just decided to live with the problem or what. It would be helpful to the readers if when a fix is finally found the poster posts it so others will know what worked and what didn't. And thanks to all the posters who were willing to share their knowledge and experiences with the rest of the forum.

What's the best rim size for J30 that give the best ride

NJ93J30 — 2009-11-14T12:34:12-08:00

I just bought my 93 J30 210,200 miles 5 days ago for a crazy great price $800 1 owner all original papers and maintenance records....nothing really wrong except for the rough idling I will have the fuel injectors replaced..already bought a new battery changed the oil....so im doing some rim shopping..I want 20's american racing deep dish...here are a few pictures i took today...its very clean. any advice with this model??

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/3804143/1

well i guess im still learning how to post pictures

Modified by NJ93J30 at 8:20 PM 10/30/2009

J30T BOSE STEREO

jessicakeener — 2009-10-31T04:29:44-08:00

ive seen the same post similar post at least multiple times but no definitive answer. when i got my '97 j30t the bose head unit cd player did not work so i took it to a place that installs stereos and they installed my pioneer super-tuner. i asked them about the rear speakers and the antenna which were both not working. they didnt know much about what to do with the rear speakers @ thee time. ive downloaded the manual does anyone know wheres the stereo info w/ in the manual? or what for me to check to see if these speakers are working? THANKS

Freon Leak in condeser coil box

Gerardjg — 2009-11-19T03:33:50-08:00

I have a freon leak in the evaporator coil or attachment plumbing can the plastic
cover be separated in the car or do I need to remove the whole assembly.

I currently have all of the screws out and can pry it open about 4 inches
but I can not get it apart. Any info instructions would be great,

I put a can of dye in the system looking for the leak and I have dayglo green dripping out of the condensate line under the car

Modified by Gerardjg at 4:08 PM 10/30/2009

Modified by Gerardjg at 4:29 PM 10/30/2009

A couple of door lock timer questions

Paul Wall — 2009-11-05T17:45:15-08:00

Does anyone know how hard it is to remove the door lock timer?

Are the door lock timers interchangeble from 1992-1997 J30's?

Did all J30's come with keyless entry?

93 J30 how to replace water pump

lorenjamie — 2009-11-03T18:37:05-08:00

how do you replace water pump on 93 J30

Lots of aftermarket brake rotor/pad kits on ebay...

truckmen — 2009-10-27T18:24:49-08:00

...and the entire 4-wheel kit can be had for around $200, including rotors and pad (but not e-brake shoes).

My question is, does this sound reasonable for these items?

The rotors are advertised as slotted and drilled with holes chamfered. also, the pads are ceramic.

I also found a set of front calipers for $100.

I didn't post the names in case it is against forum policy but can of it's OK. I am just worried about buying junk.

Thanks.

Truckmen

The 3.0 in the J30; does it have the "interrupt" valving

truckmen — 2009-10-27T09:38:08-08:00

Hello all,

The question defined with a little more clarity means:
do the valves share some of the same space as the the pistons but at different times so that if you lose the timing belt, can you do damage to the engine by valve and pistons trying to compete for the same space in the combustion chamber?

Thanks in advance,,

Oh, for vanity's sake, and after $1500-worth pf paint supplies, I HAVE to include a photo of the candy burgundy paint job I just did on mine:

PS, don't look too close at that bumper. It'll be fixed.

Transmission flush advise

jspout — 2009-10-30T20:24:34-08:00

Called Goodyear can do a tranny flush. Quoted $165 using thier mercon 3 oil. O'rielly's said that oil was fine, but the recommended oil is the Nissan D which cost $16 qt from the dealership x 16 qts. You do the math. Am I safe going with the Mercon 3? Anyone know? Jspout

parts interchangability from the 300 zx and ADVISE

jspout — 2009-10-26T03:43:42-08:00

Any j30 heads out there have any advice for me? I just bought a 97. I got a good deal as it was a bank repo, but it needs some parts and fixes. It seems 300 zx parts are more ready availble and half the price, IE power stearing pump, water pump, alternator, etc. Are these the same? How about a 5 speed tranny? Also, I read a few posts that say the rear struts from a Maxima will fit. Can anyone varify this for sure? Any advise for maximizing efficiency and performance? Also the chip under the driver dash the "fail safe" does not work, someone bypassed it with a wire so that it will start. What other functions does this do? I am also not getting power to the audio? Any help would greatly be appreciated! I am new here to this club!!! Yea! Lance

94 PRESIDENT VIP CARS ONLY! SHOW OFF WHAT YOU HAVE!

Xclusive_Racer — 2009-10-26T15:04:13-08:00

OKAY THIS IS A Forum only for 94 presidents or q45's!
You don't have to be full blown VIP Conversions But its nice to see what idea's or designs other people have done to their cars! POST PICS and what you have modified!
NO BASHING ON THIS FORUM THIS IS ONLY TO GET Q45 OWNERS TOGETHER AND SHARE IDEAS!

Leaking sunroof

bigdenx — 2009-10-30T17:27:25-08:00

Hello, Any insight on a fix ? I have heard a drain duct may be plugged and having trouble locating that. Is it a BIG fix to install a new gasket ?
THANKS for your help

BIGDEN

A couple of J30 keyless entry questions

Paul Wall — 2009-10-27T19:41:59-08:00

Whats up guys this is my first time posting a topic here. But from what I can tell you guy are far nicer than the Q guys (Me included ).

But the questions:

1. When you press the unlock button ONCE on the remote does the drivers door open only?

2. How far does the keyless remote really work, because what it says on paper is sometimes never really true.

3. How hard is it to remove the door lock timer and keyless entry control unit?

I had more questions but I already answered them.

I ask these questions because I own a 1993 Q45 and it has no keyless entry. So I was looking in the Infiniti Parts forum and I looked some guy J30 that he was parting out. And I thought to my self the 1993-1997 J30 has keyless entry but NO BCM*....DING DING DING, JACKPOT. And ever since then I have been studying the wiring diagrams for the anti-theft and Multi-Remote Control Unit. Needless to say that a 1992-1993 Q45 can have keyless entry from a J30.

I bet some of you are saying why would you want it. The reason is because some people who own a car take it or parts of it for granted. And:

1. I want to keep my car as OEM as possible because I hate aftermarket stuff.

2. I want to keep the costs low, but really that's just the perk of #1 above...Only in this case though.

3. I want to have video, pictures and wiring diagrams and what ever else I can make should there be a problem with this system in the future.

Now the boys in the Q45 forum one especially tries to find all the faults in my idea's, You know who you are. And I originally though of disbanding from NICO because of this one ***hole. But I come to realize after many hours of reviewing wiring diagrams that its not worth leaving because of one guy. So I can go back and rub this in there face.

So in the end my Q will be like America in that it will have modifications (People) from all different sorts of cars (nationalities).

*BCM=Body Control Module

J30 guys ROCK!!!

Where under the hood...

BruceJ30 — 2009-10-26T12:52:57-08:00

Which wires under the hood go to the Knock Sensor?

I know the sensor itself is in the engine, but where are the wires
exposed so i can see if my bad knock sensor is caused by wiring
instead of buying a new one.

Sun Roof Gasket.

joetraynor — 2009-10-18T19:16:58-08:00

Does anyone know where to get the gasket for sun roof on my 94' J30 T?
It is leaking pretty bad and I live in Seattle..

Running lights / side markers and tail lights will not go out - must pull fuse

cptwardog — 2009-10-16T22:09:47-08:00

It happened incrementally.

Phase I: One day a few weeks ago when I parked my car lights both the dash and running lights remained on when I opened up the door and after lifting the outside door handle - but they would turn off after about 10 seconds. Mildly annoying, but at least I could drive the car. Additionally, lost overhead light and the key fob would unlock the doors, open the trunk, but would not open the doors

Phase II: about two weeks after dealing with phase I - NOW running lights (tail lights and side markers) remain on unless I pull the tail light fuse. still dealing with the overhead light not working and key fob will not opening the doors.

I took the car a '96 J30T to the local shop for diagnostics as now I have a safety issue. The mechanic felt the first problem was due to a short in the turn signal/light switch on my steering column. They wanted to replace it for $400. I took the car home, went by the pick and pull, bought two levers/switches and installed both separately which resulted in no change to existing problem. Thankfully I took the car home or I would have been out $400 instead of the $80 I spent on the diagnostic and used switches.

Any suggestions on a possible fix?

What is the difference between the 32z motor and tranny vs. the J

infinitik — 2009-10-19T06:06:51-08:00

It is possible I will need a new tranny in the near future. I was wondering what was the difference between the two platforms? is it a Pain to swap, can I just use the tranny from a tt for now and then add the motor later? I'd appreciate the input.

Buying another J

unlimited — 2009-10-25T06:00:37-08:00

I had a question about buying a car that's had a crucial component replaced. Should I be wary about a J30 that's had it's engine replaced? I'm looking at another J to buy and found one that says its engine has been replaced and has 45,000 miles on it and the car itself has around 190,000. Is this usually a sign that other parts will follow behind?

Modified by unlimited at 4:20 PM 10/15/2009

J30 idling rough

Big Tone — 2009-10-13T16:27:10-08:00

Long time no talk to NICO peeps! I still have my J and need some advice/tips. Recently my car started idling rough about a week ago and am trying to figure out what the problem may be. I've since changed all 6 spark plugs, which seemed to help a little, but not entirely. I've read that the coil packs may need to be swapped, and that I may need to change my fuel injectors. I have about 98k miles on the car, if that makes a difference.

Considering that I doubt I have the tools, let alone the know how to change the injectors, should I invest in replacing the coil packs, or just take my car to a mechanic?

Poor acceleration

hotwater — 2009-11-13T06:21:29-08:00

A year ago, ,my wife complained that the car could not get out of its' shadow. It had 100000 miles and I decided to change the timing belt. It did not help. Last week, I had to do the water pump, and while there confirmed timing belt by counting teeth. All is well. Yet, the car has slow acceleration from a dead stop. If you are running along at say 40 mph and mash the pedal into "kickdown" mode she takes right off. But not from a dead stop. It seams to want to think about it.
Any ideas?

Regards to all,
Bill
1997 J30T

Remote start

Naison — 2009-11-07T15:05:18-08:00

I was just wondering if enybody tried to put remote start for J30.Is it a pain to install?

power door locks

JMD30t — 2009-10-12T17:43:22-08:00

Okay ,. I have an update to my J30T Drivers Side �Door Stuck Locked Shut�

Problem.

I had tried the method of putting the key in from the outside with the window down and unlatching the lock manually but it wouldn�t break free.

If you listen really close, as you try it , there is the sound of some relay clicking from where sounds like under the steering wheel as its close to the unlock position. Im puzzled now because I figured if it would open with that method it would be at least diagnosed. But its still locked. The key and manual unlocking method wont work .. Any one got anything else�� I am just assuming that where I am hearing the clicking that it could be the Door Lock timer that I had read about . Still Not Certain..

Anybody, Any opinions..

Any help is appreciated� hahah Cold New England Winters Coming up Lol

Thanks

Anyone want my FSM

naladude911 — 2009-10-11T19:24:34-08:00

I still have the huge FSM that came with the car......$50

service manual

kustmhog — 2009-10-11T23:01:53-08:00

Hey, anybody know where a guy goes to get a factory service manual for a '94 J30 ? I have researched this pretty in depth and I'm not having a lot of luck. I was directed to a G20 website where a guy has ANY and EVERY fsm available to mankind, but, I'm having issues there also.I had to join the site and wait to be accepted... obviously nobody works on weekends there lol.
I'm willing to accept either a new/used physical book or the down-loadable type. Thanks in advance all !!

ac issues

kbflip02 — 2009-10-10T13:17:50-08:00

ok so my condemsor fan will not work...ive tried everything from replaceing the fan to replacing the relay to replacing the climate control in the dash...any ideas would be greatly appreciated

42: Fuel Temp Sensor

Skapunk4everr — 2009-10-22T14:04:09-08:00

Hey everyone,

I am getting code 42 on the ECU,

Where can I find the fuel Temperature sensor?

What would a malfunctioning sensor cause?

Thanks!

radiator fluid leak

kustmhog — 2009-10-10T08:05:11-08:00

Hello, while I was waiting to pickup my mother-in-law...I was parked, idling, with the air on. When I finally departed...I noticed a SMALL amount of radiator fluid on the ground. I immediately shut the air off and drove directly home. The temp gauge never rose above normal. No abnormal smells, no steam, no nothing bad. When I inspected the engine at home....I noticed trace amounts of radiator fluid expelling from what appears to be the upper rad. hose housing. The point where the hose mounts into the front of the engine block, at this point...I could detect the signature smell associated with over heating. The temp gauge still remained very normal, (basically cause I never allowed things to get too hot ), This is nothing like cars of yester year lol
I would prefer to hear it from you all prior to spending BIG BUCKS at my local INFIN DEALER ..ANY and ALL help will be greatly appreciated. Till then.... Oh, it's a '94 PRISTINE 2nd owner J30 with 164k. thanks !!

How to find a mechanic who can work on a Infiniti J30

Al Dave — 2009-10-09T18:08:06-08:00

How to find a reliable mechanics for the J30. Is there a way to find them ?
Can anyone from Columbus OH area give me a lead ?
Should I go and ask if they can diagnose the problem.

I have had troublesome experience with changing the timing belt.
I think the problem is that J30 was not there for a long time in the market.
First I called the NISSAN dealership (No Infiniti dealership in 200 miles), they said they dont think there is a timing belt at all. After I moved to Ohio, I called the dealership, the first person was not sure if there was a timing belt, after I told him I am pretty sure there is, he talked to some other person and said yeah there is. But asked for $1200. That seemed to much so I looked around. In this forum, in some thread there was a mention that it would take around $600. I found a mechanic who seemed to work on imported models and asked for $600. However, after the repair the car wont got beyond 25 mph. I had to take a few times the car back because 1st time, he forgot to reconnect the airflow (?) pipes, and said that was the problem. The 2nd time after arguments the manager acknowledged the problem the belt was off by 1 tooth. But after 2000 miles driving the problem started again.

My ecu gave me a code 21. Where do I locate the Ignition Signal circuit :Werd

infinitik — 2009-10-09T08:57:10-08:00

Hey everyone,

I still have yet to get my car started. I still have a problem with the security going off like Bon Qui Qui at King Burger. I unplugged the Head light circuit under the steering wheel as to avoid the battery drain. Now I am trying o start it but it won't turn over. I pulled the codes from the ecu and it gave me a 21 this time. I think my ecu was a magic 8ball in its past life I almost want to shake it and see what it give me next. With that all said could some- one tell me where the ISC is? I can't find it in the manual. I checked the index and the EL pdf pages.

Thanks

Got a steal of a deal yesterday!

StevieRaySTL — 2009-10-10T06:44:10-08:00

My friend sold me his 1991 Q45 last night for 200 bux! Its the pearl white with 150k on the clock. She needs a new fuel pump and control unit, but other than that the only prob I am aware of is some small cosmetic stuff.
So, now my only prob is what 2 do. I think I might give one of my Infinitis to my sister, depending on how much I like the Q. Do I keep my 93 J30 w/ 202k, or the 91Q w 150k?
I am unsure if the chainstays in the q have been done, and I dont have pics yet, prolly be a few days. Let me know what u guys think. If you're feeling froggy, shoot me an offer on either car, I really dont need four vehicles. Thxs, Nico is Nice.

Timing Belt Problem :confused

Al Dave — 2009-10-25T15:51:40-08:00

Few months back I changed the timing belt. At that time I had huge problems. It turned out that the mechanic did not to the job properly, but the real problem was he was denying that there is a problem. After the change at times the car would struggle to go beyond 25 mph.
Say you are going in 45 mph, suddenly you will feel a slack in the engine, the acceleration would not work. After struggling it would eventually go up to 60mph.

Going back, the mechanic did not want to acknowledge there was a problem saying he test drove and found no problem. After some argument and going a few times the owner who is also a mechanic intervened and fixed it saying the belt was off by a tooth.

Recently while I was driving I faced the similar situation. The slack and the car does not want to accelerate. It is not as bad as before but definitely it is off.

What should I do? Is this a problem that can be fixed easily? Do I need to change the timing belt again. Is it something to do with the torque, timing, tension

Please help ! Also anyone knows a good mechanics in Columbus OH who can solve this problem. Till to date I regret for not taking it to the dealership.

Anyone installed a Remote starter for J30

Al Dave — 2009-10-08T09:48:58-08:00

I was thinking to install a remote starter for the 94 J30.
I have already a push starter installed in the ashtray box.

BTW: The FOB to open doors has not been working since I bought the car.

Any suggestions from where to buy and how to install?

Thanks

Modified by Al Dave at 9:57 AM 10/8/2009

J30(t) Suspension and other gremlins

tanaisheck — 2009-10-12T17:45:22-08:00

Hello i am new to this board. i was wondering if anyone knew any aftermarket strusts/shock absorbers for a 1995 j30t. also the A/c wont work because of a part called a fan speed resistor(according to our nissan dealer). other gremlins include the horn and alarm honking as soon as the battery is put on and the trunk not closing9i think that is due to a blown fuse). I would like some help in sourcing some front shock absorbers and a fan speed resistor. alos i would like to know if the eletrical gremlins is due to a blown fuse..thank for the help in advance

Installing new stereo in 1993-J30

mikluha — 2009-10-26T09:30:35-08:00

This J30 belongs to my wife and she wanted to have MP3 capability + iPod.

So, I decided to replace BOSE stereo. We repaired it few years ago for ridiculous amount of money (I should have replaced it that time, but I was told horror stories about using after market stereos with Bose amplifiers. I didn't check it the Internet that time).

How it was before. All pics were made by my phone, so quality is so-so

Here is what you need:

1) New stereo. I went to BestBuy and bought Sony something, which has iPod support and USB capability (as later we found it can play music files from memory card, so you don't really need iPod-like device). Pretty much any size stereo will fit. I used DIN size stereo + dash kit. If you're going to use double din, when you don't need dash kit.

2) Local WalMart:
a) scosche 71-1763 - Nissan wire-harness kit. Make sure to use yellow-white plugs (it has black-white as well) and follow color codes from
the insert
b) scosche adapter. I ordered mine from the Internet. Found later that local Walmart has newer model cheaper.
c) Nissan dash kit. Don't worry about J30. You won't find it in the catalog - everywhere it's said "doesn't fit". Just get one, which said Nissan Altima 1993
d) set of crimp connectors. Or wire-nuts. Or whatever you want to use.
e) antenna adapter - scosche 40-NI10

3) Online manual - how to remove radio. You can find it on this forum or in other places.

4) I checked color codes here (just in case) - http://www.modifiedlife.com/19...agram/. Never thought Infinity has the completely different set of colors

Procedure:

1) Take off old radio.
2) Assemble the harness using Nissan adapter (yellow-white plugs are used), scosche adapter, and plug, which came with your new stereo

3) Mount radio and the pocket from dash kit on brackets. Mine fits perfectly. Front panel from Sony radio is removed on picture. I didn't remove AC controls.

4) Attach all wires and adjust scosche adapter according to its manual. Do it before you install everything back, obviously. There is enough room behind radio to hide whatever you want, so don't worry about adapter.

Check left/right/front/rear speakers to make sure everything is connected properly.

5) Now the most difficult part. Installing a trim. As I found opening in brown panel is too small for "standard trim". I had to use file to remove about 1/8" from each side of trim. And I wasn't able to install Sony trim around the stereo. Can't glue it, since it will interfere with faceplate. Ideally, it would be nice to remove extra material from Infinity wood panel, but for obvious reasons I didn't want to do it. It me few tries to make trim around the pocket fits properly

6) Put everything back. Since I wasn't able to put sony trim around the stereo, there was a small opening between stereo and pocket trim. For now I closed it with flexible black tubing. Look very nice. Will figure out later something else

Sound quality is much better than it was with original Bose. Plus all fancy stuff with equalizers, bass-boost, etc. My 4 Gb memory stick works perfect with USB. Extra pocket - more room to keep junk handy. Everybody is happy

Total cost:

1) Stereo - $120 (can be more expensive, can be less expensive)
2) Adapters, etc - $45
3) Time - 2.5 hrs. Took me an hours to remove extra material from the plastic front cover

Definitely cheaper than I spent last time to fix the broken BOSE. If you don't want to install it yourself, then my local Bestbuy told me that they will install it with extra scosche adapter and anything else I bring to them.

Hope this info will be helpful.

Anybody want to trade headlights

nosaint — 2009-10-06T03:58:50-08:00

I have a set of JDM ones that i would like to change out to american style..
any interest ?

My dash lit up briefly when starting car, but then again while driving

OAKira — 2009-10-08T02:36:25-08:00

I know my dash is supposed to light up briefly when the car first turns on. However I noticed a number of lights briefly lit up for just a couple seconds while I was driving. Is this telling me I'm about to have electrical problems? The lights that let up were all red (I think) -- it was brake, seatbelt, and one other light but I don't know which one because it was too fast.

My car is a 1995 J30t.

Thanks for your help, I really appreciate it!

Car will not turn over.

joetraynor — 2009-10-05T17:24:58-08:00

Good afternoon.
I am having trouble starting my 94' J30 T. I recently started driving a Van Pool to work so my J30 sits for week at a time. It was recently low on gas (almost on empty) and it sat for about a week. I added about a gallon of gas. (I thought that might help), then I tried to start, after a few tries it turns over, and then after literally a second it sputters out.
When I try it again, it will not even turn over. Does it have something to do with the fuel injection? Any thoughts. I am stuck here.
Please help. Thanks.

z31 struts up front and maxima shocks in back

kbflip02 — 2009-10-07T05:46:11-08:00

is this correct???if so which year z31 struts and obviously which year maxima shocks in back?do they both have to be stock or some tokico or konis or what?

J30 Headlight Disassembly Help Please

Clark W. Griswald — 2009-10-07T03:59:45-08:00

Hi. I need to pull the projector \s out of a J30 headlight. Im not sure how to do this, can anyone give me a walkthrough? Im using the projectors for a motorcycle headlight, thanks.

Input from my Jhead friends....Tranny cooler

steverinaz — 2009-10-07T21:50:15-08:00

I want to add a tranny cooler and I think I found the perfect one- 5"x8"- oil cooler out of Hyundai Santa Fe. Whatcha all think? This is a similar model:

http://carphotos.cardomain.com...e.jpg

P.S. On a business trip, I got an Impala. I sure would like my J to accelerate like that!!! CPU re-programming ($600) is the only option correct? I think a small block Chevy with a 700R might fit!

strange things going on with the j. help, anyone, please

brettsdad — 2009-10-04T16:59:45-08:00

so about a month ago we were leaving the hospital at night and i noticed some of my dash lights came on. specifically my brake, battery, light lights all came on at once. brand new red top optima, full brake fluid and no lights out. i thought about it for a day and came to the conclusion that it was the alternator. well, it was, three days later it stopped charging altogether and the car died. i put in a reman. nissan/bosch alternator and the car ran like a dream again. the lights are coming on again!!! different this time though. last time they came on when i stepped on the brakes, which makes sense. now the come on when i step on the gas and all of my lights flicker. dash lights, brake lights, interior lights, headlights, all of them. also, when the alt was new, or before the oem one broke, it would read 14.4 at idle. of course that went down when the old alt died. the new one used to read 14.4 at idle, now reads 13.8-13.9 but goes to 14.7 with revs. please help as i dont want to get stranded if it is the alt again.

J30 Alarm problem

koree — 2009-10-09T21:26:13-08:00

Hi,

My j30t is currently experiencing a big problem. Often, my remote will not work. The remote doesn't seem to be the issue, as i've replaced the battery and it makes the beep whenever i press a function. Nonetheless, my car often doesn't respond to the remote and i am forced open manually and start the car. This is not an issue, but when in this situation, i let someone into my car before i start it, the car's alarm will go off, and the engine won't start. When the alarm finally does stop, i often have to wait several minutes before i can start the engine again. Until last night, and over 12 hours later, it seems my car still won't start. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Koree