I have to do the crank sensor on my stepson's 06 X...but what got my attention was the old paper towel in the socket to hold the bolt trick! Back in the 90's learning to work on printers and copiers my boss showed me that! Carry on!
Haha yeah it's a good trick! The bolt is wayyyy in there. I didn't have a long enough extension, which is why I stacked a bunch of little ones 🤣 When I was doing this, I didn't want to lose the bolt so I used the paper towel trick 👍 Thanks for watching!!!
This is the best video I've seen for this process thank you I've got several feet of snow where I'm at so I really needed a good video to watch so I can do it fast in the autozone parking lot haha
Dude, That is the cleanest under engine area I have ever seen. Are you driving that thing indoors? Going to attempt the Crankshaft sensor this weekend, thanks for the Video.
Thanks man! And no, I'm not driving it in doors lol. I actually do take it off road sometimes. Good luck on your repair! Make sure you use OEM parts or the next best. Some people are reporting issues and they didn't use OEM parts. The cam sensors are Hitachi units. Go OEM or if you're going aftermarket, go for Hitachi replacements. For the crankshaft sensor, I didn't use OEM and idk what the OEM equivalent is. The part I used is in the description. I haven't had any issues so if you need a cheaper alternative. I do recommend that one. I picked it up from rock auto.
Hey Moe. Took your advice and went with the Rockauto NTK sensor. I replaced the sensor and the truck started right up. However, the code did not clear and it did seem to be throwing some extra exhaust. It started no prob multiple times and is idling nice and engine sounds good. Should I clear the code with my reader or is there a "relearn" procedure that will turn the code off? Thanks again for the video, went just like you said it would. BTW I subscribed and liked.@@_moes_garage_
No Exhaust code, still the P0335. I wasn't sure if I needed to clear it or if it would go off by itself. It just seemed to be giving off extra exhaust out tailpipe once I started it.@@_moes_garage_
@@debneter oh I see what you're saying. Yeah go ahead and delete the code. Also, consider replacing your cam shaft sensors. Apparently the three sensors work together and go out at similar times.
Thanks Maximum. It definitely was a pain, but if I had to do it over, it would be less difficult. The passenger side cam sensor was the hardest but you just need to unbolt it, move it out to the engine bay opening by the passenger side and use pliers to disconnect it from the harness.
It should just be wear and tear over the life of the car. Did you replace them with OEM units? I didn't use OEM ones but it sounds like they're the ones to get. Aftermarket ones might not be to the proper spec. I bought Hitachi units because Hitachi makes the sensors for Nissan. So far no issues. Thanks for watching!
I have an 08 Nissan Pathfinder though, do they have the same location. Saving us a lot of money my friend. Thank you for your video. Very detailed, love it. New subbed.
I have 06 Nissan frontier and has motor like urs, 4.0. I did exactly as u did and changed all 3 sensors. I was getting a check engine light and came back code to change out passenger cam pos sensor. All 3 sensors were changed and no more engine light on. Problem now is, long crank time before it starts. Any feedback appreciated
About to tackle this project …for the second sensor that’s super hidden and hard to see, are you using the camera to help you find the sensor/bolt..i climbed on my engine to locate sensor and I can barely see it !
Pretty much. The crank sensor is on the passenger side below the exhaust manifold. The passenger cam sensor is behind the head on the passenger side. The other cam sensor is behind the head on the driver side. Hope this helps, thanks for watching 👍
What was the first sensor called? I just swapped out the sensor in the middle and boy it was horrific. Thanks for showing the third sensor by the driver side, I was dreading looking for it.
The one I did first was the "crankshaft" sensor. The other two were the camshaft sensors. Thanks for watching and commenting. I'm glad I was able to help a little 👍
Dang man, I can't believe you watched my video 😂 early on, I said that it's a good idea to replace all 3 sensors at the same time... That was from your short... 😂
ah.. this stuff was pain in the rear when I was working and replacing my all the way back when I just got the X and started learning about it... removing the connectors behind the engine was the hardest part for me LOL
Yes, it definitely requires some patience. Although if I had to do it over again, I could get it done much faster. The trick with the passenger side one is to unbolt it first, move it over to the opening in the passenger side engine bay, then use pliers to unhook it from the harness.
@@_moes_garage_ man bro, i got to give you credit. You're extremely patient. I'm not gonna lie,30 seconds into that passenger side cam sensor i would've been cussing like crazy! You hung in there like nothing. Great video too,i really enjoyed the attention to detail and the camera angles you got. Definitely a subscriber here. Great job! And keep it up bro!👍👍
Thanks Abel! When I was searching TH-cam for tutorials, I didn't find many that really got in there and showed you how it's done, so I tried to do it and I think I got it. Haha I think I spent like 4 hours doing all those sensors. Thanks for watching and the sub!
Yes it is. Are you doing all three sensors? It's recommended that you do. The biggest tip I can give you on the passenger side cam sensor, is to unbolt it first and move it over to the passenger side opening of the engine bay, by the fuse box. Then use pliers to unhook the sensor with some pliers from the harness. I gave this last minute tip at 16:40 in the video. Good luck! It was a pain when I did it, but i can definitely do it much faster if I had to do it again.
🇺🇦 thank you for the video - you are watched in Ukraine. Nissan Xterra is a cool car. I started to stall while driving P0345 the computer shows. Not enough for the video. part numbers of sensors. which is better NTK or HITACIHI ????
Hey there! Yes I do. These sensors will leave you stranded and they seem to wear out together. So if you get one code, you should really change out all 3 sensors
@_moes_garage_ Hey, thanks for the response. Dang, I already placed the rockauto order last night. I watched Ry the car guys video where he only does the 2 camshafts before seeing your video. I guess I gotta place another order. Oh well! I'm going with all Hitachi sensors. I was told they are the same as Oem. Hey BTW your videos are so clear and bright with no shadows. You're doing some amazing content. Plus, your background music is awesome👌 I'm a new youtube university student trained on the X, so your videos n Ry's are a complete blessing.
@@jmac-rz6zcHey I'm glad I could help! Yes the oem sensors are Hitachi, so those will be great. Funny thing, I learned to replace all three sensors at the same time because of Ry! 😁 Thanks for the feedback, I'm always looking to improve my videos. If you're interested, you should check out DIY Auto & Photo. He also has great videos on the Xterra. I believe he commented on this video somewhere.
@_moes_garage_ I'm already subscribed to Diy auto & photo. Saw his video (and your video) on the window regulator and motor assembly. Got those parts on rock auto order also! I can't wait. Been out a drivers power window for too long 😄
Lol that's the same thing I said when I first saw it, but it's ok. It's a dummy gauge and the oil pressure sensor is known to go bad. My actual oil pressure is ok 👍 I'm hoping to make a short on it, sometime in the near future. Thank you for watching, tho!
Pulling my hair out! I replaced both camshaft sensors and the crankshaft sensor. My 2012 Frontier still hard starts if at all and still codes the Bank 1 cam sensor after replacing it twice!
@@_moes_garage_ The first ones I bought from Amazon, when they didn’t work I replaced them with Oreilly’s part. It’s only the bank one sensor that codes. After replacing it and resetting the codes it runs fine until I shut the truck off and try to restart. Then the engine light comes back on…hard to start. I had Nissan tune it up a couple of months ago, I wonder if it’s a timing issue?
@@dannybelindafam5420it's not a timing issue. It's most likely the sensor. Aftermarket sensors are not always made to the proper spec like the oem ones. Side note. I don't like O'Reillys or AutoZone. I've never had good luck with them. Check out rock auto that's where I get my parts if they're not OEM. They sometimes sell OEM parts, too.
Hi Rey, I'm not sure what you bought but there are 3 "position sensors" on the xterra. One crankshaft sensor (inside the passenger side wheel well) and two camshaft sensors (one behind each cylinder head). Hope this helps.
Hi elzorro, i'm not sure what you mean but if you mean OEM or aftermarket, that's really up to you. As long as it's a quality part, it all should work as intended. Thanks for watching!
@Moe's Garage this mechanic is charging me about $640 for the crank and camshaft sensors and oil change, plus labor because he thinks it requires a specific type of oil.
640 plus Labor? That seems pretty high. I bought parts from rock auto for about $150. If I were to have bought Nissan parts, it would have been about $300. The oil is 5w30 which is a very common oil even if synthetic. If you got OEM parts plus a synthetic oil change I'd say $450 would be a reasonable price. In terms of Labor, it should only take about 2 hours. Maybe three if he's never done it before.
Hi shadow truck! Yes I was laying on top of the motor to access them. It was such a pain but if I had to do it over again, it wouldn't be too bad. The hardest part is the passenger side cam sensor and the trick is to unbolt it then move it over to the opening on the passenger side of the engine bay. Then use pliers to disconnect the sensor from the harness.
@@_moes_garage_ Im your 42nd subscriber. My Fronty 07 V6 has same engine, bought new back 2007. As of 02152023, 276k odo same engine n tranny. Durable engine if well cared for.
That's the same thing I said when I first saw it. Lol but it's ok. It's a dummy gauge that's known to go bad. My actual oil pressure is ok 👍 Maybe I'll make a short on it.
I have to do the crank sensor on my stepson's 06 X...but what got my attention was the old paper towel in the socket to hold the bolt trick! Back in the 90's learning to work on printers and copiers my boss showed me that! Carry on!
Haha yeah it's a good trick! The bolt is wayyyy in there. I didn't have a long enough extension, which is why I stacked a bunch of little ones 🤣
When I was doing this, I didn't want to lose the bolt so I used the paper towel trick 👍
Thanks for watching!!!
This is the best video I've seen for this process thank you I've got several feet of snow where I'm at so I really needed a good video to watch so I can do it fast in the autozone parking lot haha
Oh man that sounds wild. Thanks for watching! Glad it helped.
I like the video and your sound track selection!
Thanks!
I thought the same, the music was nice.
She also works for Nissan Frontier 2021 Thank you for the very, very good video
Muchas gracias 😊
Wow that's good to know! Thanks for watching! Muchas gracias 😁
Thanks for sharing, Moe! I’m at 178k and so far so good! Maybe PO has done this repair already for me. 🤞
I hope so. But in hindsight it's not too bad.
Dude, That is the cleanest under engine area I have ever seen. Are you driving that thing indoors? Going to attempt the Crankshaft sensor this weekend, thanks for the Video.
Thanks man! And no, I'm not driving it in doors lol. I actually do take it off road sometimes. Good luck on your repair! Make sure you use OEM parts or the next best. Some people are reporting issues and they didn't use OEM parts. The cam sensors are Hitachi units. Go OEM or if you're going aftermarket, go for Hitachi replacements. For the crankshaft sensor, I didn't use OEM and idk what the OEM equivalent is. The part I used is in the description. I haven't had any issues so if you need a cheaper alternative. I do recommend that one. I picked it up from rock auto.
Hey Moe. Took your advice and went with the Rockauto NTK sensor. I replaced the sensor and the truck started right up. However, the code did not clear and it did seem to be throwing some extra exhaust. It started no prob multiple times and is idling nice and engine sounds good. Should I clear the code with my reader or is there a "relearn" procedure that will turn the code off? Thanks again for the video, went just like you said it would. BTW I subscribed and liked.@@_moes_garage_
@@debneter hey that's great news man! I would clear the codes with the scanner. Just curious, what exhaust code did it throw?
No Exhaust code, still the P0335. I wasn't sure if I needed to clear it or if it would go off by itself. It just seemed to be giving off extra exhaust out tailpipe once I started it.@@_moes_garage_
@@debneter oh I see what you're saying. Yeah go ahead and delete the code. Also, consider replacing your cam shaft sensors. Apparently the three sensors work together and go out at similar times.
Nicely done, Moe! Looks like a PITA job! Thanks for sharing and staying positive! Subscribed as a fellow 06 Xterra owner and DIYer.
Thanks Maximum. It definitely was a pain, but if I had to do it over, it would be less difficult. The passenger side cam sensor was the hardest but you just need to unbolt it, move it out to the engine bay opening by the passenger side and use pliers to disconnect it from the harness.
@@_moes_garage_ consider replacing the heater core hoses in the engine compartment as a preventative maintenance
Thanks for the tip, it's on my bucket list of things to do.
@@_moes_garage_ I purchased the parts, just waiting for an opportunity to install them.
Thank you for sharing. I’ve been changing these sensors 3 times in a year. Do you know what causes this issue?
It should just be wear and tear over the life of the car. Did you replace them with OEM units? I didn't use OEM ones but it sounds like they're the ones to get. Aftermarket ones might not be to the proper spec. I bought Hitachi units because Hitachi makes the sensors for Nissan. So far no issues. Thanks for watching!
I have an 08 Nissan Pathfinder though, do they have the same location. Saving us a lot of money my friend. Thank you for your video. Very detailed, love it. New subbed.
Glad I was able to help! Thanks so much for watching!
I have 06 Nissan frontier and has motor like urs, 4.0. I did exactly as u did and changed all 3 sensors. I was getting a check engine light and came back code to change out passenger cam pos sensor. All 3 sensors were changed and no more engine light on. Problem now is, long crank time before it starts. Any feedback appreciated
Hey there! Did you use OEM or Hitachi cam sensors? What did you use for the crank sensor?
@@_moes_garage_ I used OEM on all 3 sensors. Ebay seller said authentic Nissan OEM. Bought all 3 for 175 dllrs
Good job . Next job try using 1/4 drive tools for small stuff like 10mm bolts I find a little more room helps
Hey there! Thanks for watching! And I didn't use 1/4" tools because I don't really have any 🤣
It's on my list of tools to buy.
About to tackle this project …for the second sensor that’s super hidden and hard to see, are you using the camera to help you find the sensor/bolt..i climbed on my engine to locate sensor and I can barely see it !
Yes, I used my phone to record this video and it doubled up as a good way to see the sensor/bolt. Good luck 👍
So the cam shaft and and crank shaft are right next to each other on the passenger side ?
Pretty much. The crank sensor is on the passenger side below the exhaust manifold. The passenger cam sensor is behind the head on the passenger side. The other cam sensor is behind the head on the driver side. Hope this helps, thanks for watching 👍
What was the first sensor called? I just swapped out the sensor in the middle and boy it was horrific. Thanks for showing the third sensor by the driver side, I was dreading looking for it.
The one I did first was the "crankshaft" sensor. The other two were the camshaft sensors.
Thanks for watching and commenting. I'm glad I was able to help a little 👍
@@_moes_garage_ does the pathfinder have that also?
@@Bakersfieldman yes it does.
What camera were you using for the shots of taking out the camshaft sensors? It looks really good. Great lighting too.
I filmed outside in my driveway... With my cellphone.. I'm still saving for an actual camera 😂
Dang man, I can't believe you watched my video 😂 early on, I said that it's a good idea to replace all 3 sensors at the same time... That was from your short... 😂
@@_moes_garage_ hell yea. Best way to start. They say that the best camera in the world is the one you already own.
@@_moes_garage_ hell yea, spread the knowledge. 💪🏻💪🏻
Yeah I mean, Im a novice still. So might as well learn with what I have so I can make an informed purchase later down the road.
ah.. this stuff was pain in the rear when I was working and replacing my all the way back when I just got the X and started learning about it... removing the connectors behind the engine was the hardest part for me LOL
Yes, it definitely requires some patience. Although if I had to do it over again, I could get it done much faster. The trick with the passenger side one is to unbolt it first, move it over to the opening in the passenger side engine bay, then use pliers to unhook it from the harness.
@@_moes_garage_ man bro, i got to give you credit. You're extremely patient. I'm not gonna lie,30 seconds into that passenger side cam sensor i would've been cussing like crazy! You hung in there like nothing. Great video too,i really enjoyed the attention to detail and the camera angles you got. Definitely a subscriber here. Great job! And keep it up bro!👍👍
Thanks Abel! When I was searching TH-cam for tutorials, I didn't find many that really got in there and showed you how it's done, so I tried to do it and I think I got it. Haha I think I spent like 4 hours doing all those sensors. Thanks for watching and the sub!
@@_moes_garage_ hey Moe is that the 4.0 liter you're wrkng on? My friend is having the same problem and I'm gonna wrk on it for him.
Yes it is. Are you doing all three sensors? It's recommended that you do. The biggest tip I can give you on the passenger side cam sensor, is to unbolt it first and move it over to the passenger side opening of the engine bay, by the fuse box. Then use pliers to unhook the sensor with some pliers from the harness. I gave this last minute tip at 16:40 in the video. Good luck! It was a pain when I did it, but i can definitely do it much faster if I had to do it again.
🇺🇦 thank you for the video - you are watched in Ukraine. Nissan Xterra is a cool car. I started to stall while driving P0345 the computer shows. Not enough for the video. part numbers of sensors. which is better NTK or HITACIHI ????
Hitachi makes the sensors that Nissan uses. Go with Hitachi if you can. Thanks for watching!
Great video thank you
Thanks for watching!
My xterra threw the p0345 code. I was only going to do the 2 camshaft sensors. Do you think doing the crank sensor is also very important to do?
Hey there! Yes I do. These sensors will leave you stranded and they seem to wear out together. So if you get one code, you should really change out all 3 sensors
@_moes_garage_ Hey, thanks for the response. Dang, I already placed the rockauto order last night. I watched Ry the car guys video where he only does the 2 camshafts before seeing your video. I guess I gotta place another order. Oh well! I'm going with all Hitachi sensors. I was told they are the same as Oem.
Hey BTW your videos are so clear and bright with no shadows. You're doing some amazing content. Plus, your background music is awesome👌 I'm a new youtube university student trained on the X, so your videos n Ry's are a complete blessing.
@@jmac-rz6zcHey I'm glad I could help! Yes the oem sensors are Hitachi, so those will be great. Funny thing, I learned to replace all three sensors at the same time because of Ry! 😁
Thanks for the feedback, I'm always looking to improve my videos. If you're interested, you should check out DIY Auto & Photo. He also has great videos on the Xterra. I believe he commented on this video somewhere.
@_moes_garage_ I'm already subscribed to Diy auto & photo. Saw his video (and your video) on the window regulator and motor assembly. Got those parts on rock auto order also! I can't wait. Been out a drivers power window for too long 😄
@@jmac-rz6zc nice man!
That oil pressure is to the moon.
Lol that's the same thing I said when I first saw it, but it's ok. It's a dummy gauge and the oil pressure sensor is known to go bad. My actual oil pressure is ok 👍
I'm hoping to make a short on it, sometime in the near future. Thank you for watching, tho!
I have a question . Can we use the same sensor for Pathfinder and Xterra ?
Yes, if you have the vq40de motor, should be the same sensors
Thank you so much 🙏🏾
@@feenomeeno of course! Glad I could help.
Is their anyway to check and see if they’re bad?
I'm sure there is, but I don't know it. I have only heard that if you need to replace any one of these three sensors, you should replace all of them.
Pulling my hair out! I replaced both camshaft sensors and the crankshaft sensor. My 2012 Frontier still hard starts if at all and still codes the Bank 1 cam sensor after replacing it twice!
Hey there, sorry to hear that. Did you use OEM or Hitachi units? Hitachi makes the sensors for Nissan so it's a viable alternative to OEM.
@@_moes_garage_ The first ones I bought from Amazon, when they didn’t work I replaced them with Oreilly’s part. It’s only the bank one sensor that codes. After replacing it and resetting the codes it runs fine until I shut the truck off and try to restart. Then the engine light comes back on…hard to start. I had Nissan tune it up a couple of months ago, I wonder if it’s a timing issue?
@@dannybelindafam5420it's not a timing issue. It's most likely the sensor. Aftermarket sensors are not always made to the proper spec like the oem ones.
Side note. I don't like O'Reillys or AutoZone. I've never had good luck with them. Check out rock auto that's where I get my parts if they're not OEM. They sometimes sell OEM parts, too.
@@_moes_garage_ thanks for your thoughts, I’ll try OEM parts
@@dannybelindafam5420no problem man, let me know how it goes.
I have a 2008 Nissan Xterra why does when the package come in come with three sensors there's one by the starter is that true
Hi Rey, I'm not sure what you bought but there are 3 "position sensors" on the xterra. One crankshaft sensor (inside the passenger side wheel well) and two camshaft sensors (one behind each cylinder head). Hope this helps.
One question, the sensor has to be original from Autozone.
Hi elzorro, i'm not sure what you mean but if you mean OEM or aftermarket, that's really up to you. As long as it's a quality part, it all should work as intended. Thanks for watching!
Does changing these sensors require an oil change?
Hey there! No it doesn't require an oil change, thankfully.
@Moe's Garage this mechanic is charging me about $640 for the crank and camshaft sensors and oil change, plus labor because he thinks it requires a specific type of oil.
640 plus Labor? That seems pretty high. I bought parts from rock auto for about $150. If I were to have bought Nissan parts, it would have been about $300. The oil is 5w30 which is a very common oil even if synthetic. If you got OEM parts plus a synthetic oil change I'd say $450 would be a reasonable price. In terms of Labor, it should only take about 2 hours. Maybe three if he's never done it before.
640 would be a reasonable price if it was including labor, in my opinion.
@Moe's Garage the $640 is including labor.
Wich one is bank 1 and bank 2
Good question! Bank 1 is the passenger side cylinders, while bank 2 is the driver side.
Whoever designs those connectors hates DYI people. Dont you wanna kick their behind. Did you hug the engine, you were on top? Hehe
Hi shadow truck! Yes I was laying on top of the motor to access them. It was such a pain but if I had to do it over again, it wouldn't be too bad. The hardest part is the passenger side cam sensor and the trick is to unbolt it then move it over to the opening on the passenger side of the engine bay. Then use pliers to disconnect the sensor from the harness.
@@_moes_garage_ Im your 42nd subscriber. My Fronty 07 V6 has same engine, bought new back 2007. As of 02152023, 276k odo same engine n tranny. Durable engine if well cared for.
Awesome! Thanks for subscribing! I've only had the xterra for about 3 years. Bought it from the original owner. It's been an amazing vehicle so far.
@@_moes_garage_ ❤
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so it have 2 camshaft position sensor
Yup, one for each head.
Dude your oil pressure. Omg
That's the same thing I said when I first saw it. Lol but it's ok. It's a dummy gauge that's known to go bad. My actual oil pressure is ok 👍
Maybe I'll make a short on it.
Camshaft not crankshaft
Haha yeah, I kept mixing the two names 😂