Fixing a Nissan Frontier from the Salvage Auction - Part 1
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- Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
- This 2011 Nissan Frontier has a checkered past. The frame is bent and it has multiple sensor and electrical issues. We try to get the 4x4 working and diagnose some O2 sensor issues.
Part 2 - • Finishing the Salvage ...
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I believe that item you found is a cigar cutter.
It's actually a hot dog cutter
@@rich2583 So many men cut........
Works well for fingers too.
It's a Bris knife. 😁
I feel Wes may find cigars a bit pretentious, so never needed scissors like this
Glad to see that you resolved your computer issues! In the construction trades we named the up and down cycles of work as feast or famine, judging by the number of vehicles on your property you’re definitely in the feast cycle! And this is because you are so good at what you do!
Not only is he good at what he does. Seems to always do everything to a better standard than most even if the wire splices are worth more than the vehicles.
@@rimmersbryggeri LOL like Forrest Gump said "it happens".💩
With the insane prices of used cars, people are holding onto cars longer and so the average age of a car on the road is increasing.
This is how it was in the auto restoration business too, until we started getting older clients. Usually the winter was our slowest time, but the older fellas wanted their classics worked on over winter so they'd be beautiful and ready to ride all summer long. They helped us out immensely, giving us plenty to do around holiday season.
Wonder if the slot below the ignition was for a breathalyzer to start the truck haha
It's always a good sign when a mechanic needs a bigger parking lot
Local diesel shop parking lot is PACKED with trucks sitting there, including mine
Unless it's due to a lack of repair parts . . . o_O
That running board you removed liked like some Old Custom Exhaust Pipe Lol
from brake bled technician and off loading operative, Hufflepuff is now visual truck frame consultant. 'it looks wonky'. this apprentice is certainly worth a contract worthy of this expertise graduation. Really great video, missed you last week, keeps me in date on calendar, watch wes work, must be Sunday here in UK. thanks again.
Shut up
Interesting project. The owner definitely found the right shop.
yeah it seems as though the original owner(s) decided to do their own hackjob.
Welcome back, Wes!! Glad you got the computer(s) fixed!!
I dunno, Wes - these kinds of videos are low-key my favorite. Laundry list of problems, and you work through them methodically. What's not to like? It's not just the work itself, it's the process - and your channel specializes in following good troubleshooting techniques. Part 2, Part 3, tbh i don't care - these are really fun to watch. Thanks for the content!
Wes, I'm sure someone said this before, but afaik you're the only youtube mechanic which uses proper heatgun for heat-shrink tubing. Two thumbs up!
@@robertI153 Was about to say Eric O too.
I cringe when I see some knucklehead using a lighter with the flame making contact with the tubing. Basically cooking the joint and the shrink tubing and defeating/weakening the joint especially if anything was soldered.
Mrs. Wes: "yeah, the frame *might be* bent"
Wes camera pans, I laugh out loud. Bent is an understatement!
I've worked on various vehicles over the years. But if I had to work on the type of rusted up vehicles you tackle, I'd of gave up working on any of them... Amazes me how much you always know about seemingly every type vehicle you tackle. Your knowledge is very deep and wide... Thumbs Up!
This Nissan is in good shape though, must have not seen much duty in the Rust Belt.
LOL, "deep and wide".........
That rear axle vent is a known issue on the Nissans rear axles, the fix is a hose barb, and running the vent up to a high and dry location..
I use one of those cigar cutters for clean cuts of small hose like rubber fuel line
Say what you want, but those Nissans we're made pretty solid. They are also usually very easy to work on.
Don’t need to say anything! just search “nissan truck snapped in half” and look at the picture’s
You did a great job ensuring the rear axle vent was clear. It's something that is always to be inspected. Try using your bidirectional scanner and performing a steering angle reset before worrying about the ABS errant activation.
That truck has been bubba'd. Great repair work. Squirrels chewed a Marine battery in half after setting up shop in my Dad's boat.
You have the best handwriting of any mechanic I've ever seen.
It’s always nice how, when customers buy their own parts, it’s pretty much a guarantee that they’ll buy the cheapest, shittiest thing they can find on Amazon. I got so tired of installing customer supplied parts (when I still worked on flat rate) that I just flat out said that I would not warranty the part or the labor under any circumstances, including if it is junk out of the box. There were several instances where people had to pay double the labor (or more) because they bought junk that didn’t fit right or just flat out didn’t work.
I’m not sure if someone else has said it, but if the steering position sensor isn’t calibrated properly and it is showing steering angle when you’re driving straight, it can cause a sensor correlation issue where the ABS module sees steering angle (assumes you are turning the wheel) but doesn’t see yaw (doesn’t see the vehicle turning), so it assumes understeer and activated the stability control. In other words, don’t dive too deep on the ABS activation until you are certain the steering wheel sensor shows 0 deg rotation when you are driving straight. That could be caused either by incorrect SAS calibration or the steering wheel being off center while driving straight (due to poor alignment)
Just the tip of the pickle vine end , and the secondary job I’m guessing will clip the tip off of cigars? 🤣🍻
I would lose my mind if I had to deal with mouse piss everyday. You, sir, deserve a medal.
Maybe talk to "customer states what" for rodent accommodations. lol
That Rear axle vent is no joke...I had a Bronco 2 that I was just givin er up and down my drive... steep hill 16 inches of snow....later that day walked by said Bronco and smelled 90 wt........Blew out both rear axle seals.had to use a drill bit on the vent.
Nissan and their knock sensors.. some things never change. Nice work Wes!
"Sweet jumps" Love the Napoleon Dynamite reference.
salvage vehicles are towed a lot and forklifted plenty of opportunity for damaging stuff underneath
Welcome back Wes! Your fan club appreciates what you do.
Just love seeing the level of knowledge used on this channel! 👌👌👌
I still maintain you are the patron saint of lost causes. That thing needs to see the crusher. I am very impressed with your persistence and your skills. Tough to beat a midwestern farm boy. Love it.
I've always enjoyed watching this smart intelligent man work, he's videos are always interesting to watch.
I like it when you get one with a myriad of problems and you are able to resolve or diagnose each one.
It’s pretty normal for crash purchases to have all sorts of unpredictable failures. I’ve seen engine gaskets going , abs module issues. It’s usually a couple years of crap to deal with.
You made real progress, might want the guys at the body shop to have at the frame before finishing the exhaust, I think it'll live to jump again
Wes I’ve never seen an open end socket. Every video you have made I learn something new. Your channel is very educational.
OK, I need to know more about that tool you slide up into the wiring harness before you cut the wrapping tape. The one that prevents you from slicing into the wires. That's gonna go on my "wannaget" list.
Had constant ABS activation on an '95 Windstar because the wheel speed sensors had rusted so much they were shorter and increased the air gap. It'll be interesting to see the cause in this case.
That yard of yours looks pretty full, NOW that's a good thing.
It's in much better condition than I first expected. I've seen a lot worse cars rolling around to be totalled.
That poor little truck has had a rough time of it. But you came through, as always, to resolve those difficult to troubleshoot problems. I keep wondering if they couldn't put something in the plastic wiring that the mice wouldn't like to eat. On one Chevy, the mice seemed to favor the pink wires. Not sure why. My fun experience with a Nissan knock sensor was in our car. It involved the fact that the sensor tested fine when cool but not when it was hot. That required two trips to the parts store because I tested the sensor after I bought the new one and decided the sensor was fine and returned the new sensor. I then went back to the parts store after I discovered that the sensor was indeed bad. So much fun.
Your electrical diagnostic skills always impress me! Broken rogue wires are my kryptonite. Great Video Wes! 👍😁
Wow it looks like word has got around with all the work that you have outside. I know its tempting but please don't burn the candle at both ends. It never works out ask the chap who has had multiple heart attacks how he knows. Thanks for posting
Wes you’re the best at finding and fixing crummy ass wiring.
Love those Nissans, only thing I can complain about is their godawful turning radius. Had one come into work and it needed a patch on a tire and trying to maneuver that thing into a bay with the little amount of room we have between the bays and the parking space was quite the chore. My Tacoma does it just fine and I’ve had easier times pulling full size trucks into the garage, just not sure why they’re so bad in that regard.
The Gen 1 trucks turned tighter than my 240sx! I have a 1st gen xterra and she turns as tight as can be. My dad had one of those 2nd gen frontiers and the turning radius (or lack of) was one of the first things I noticed! So glad I didn't "trade up".
I drove the nicest Nissan frontier It was blue Manual Had the full drive option And blue fabric interior 2015 2
From one Wes to another, thanks for all the great videos. Cheers
Good morning Wes
_Folks here in Hazzard County thought Frontiers can't fly. It was only the landing they had trouble with..._
Looks like the Yamamoto Boys had to call up old crazy Wes to bail them out of another pickle. 🤣
I used to reroute the knock sensor to the outside of the block.
I've been down to The Dragon 11 times from the Detroit area. It is worth the drive. Your 10 tips are the absolute best! This video should be on a loop at Deal's Gap right next to the Tree of Shame.
A 4.0 liter mouse house, thats new. Love how you explain things and trouble shoot problems from what others have screwed up or gave up on. Keep up the great work and skills!
I learn a LOT from watching Rain Man and Wes when it comes to diagnosis with the ECM. It's so fascinating to me to see the how this all works. I am thinking about purchasing a much better tool with the bi-directional capability and real time charts. I'm retired and don't really need it, but it would be a fun toy to play with.
Chewed knock sensor in valley is the pits.
Good video
Good to see all the wiring repairs.
Good reference material thank you.
Oh! You *know* a truck is messed up when the doggo doesn't want to jump in it, and go for a ride.
@Watch Wes Work a good idea an engine builder told me is to stuff steel wool from the dollar store into the empty cavity under the intake where knock sensor(s) live to keep rodents away. Did on my father's Honda Pilot, been 3 years now parking by tall grass, no rodent issues. Have found droppings on top of the intake so they are around...
The vocal click when tightening that o2 sensor made my day. 🤣
Isn't that sharp cutting thingy you found on the dash used in a bris Ceremony?
Your attention to detail is what folks flock to your shop for.
Your troubleshooting skills are pretty good there Wes! Meticulous and thorough is what it takes. Good video.
Hello Wes,
As a Nissan Tech and owner I do think they build a pretty good vehicle minus the turning radius and brake feeling. At least the diff fluid smells like fresh baked apple pie. 😂😂
Enjoy your content, knowledge and video quality. Boe
How do you like the 05 or so years of stick shift frontiers? Do the frames hold up good? I have 2 tacomas and I like my Yotas but dad had two frontiers, both a 2002, he absolutely beat the SHIT out of and it didn’t die.
@@tacomas9602 Toyota's are very good trucks. I do know a few years back they did have some sever rust issues. I believe Frontiers and Tacoma's are very comparable trucks standard or automatics. Each manufactures have there pluses and minuses. I live in the desert SW so rust isn't a issue. I like my 2016 SV 4wd. Its been trouble free for 70k miles. I maintain it overly well also.
@@boe4448 I own a 2018 DesertRunner, 50,000 miles on looking for more power out of the 40DE. Have you seen any frontier comes in with some serious work done to them in the engine bay. Nobody touches these trucks other than Z1 aftermarket for bolt ons.
Anything maintenance recommendations for the 2WD Frontier in the near future would be nice to know too.
I despise ready to use pigtails myself and won't use them unless no other option. I prefer to re-pin the connector or install a new connector on the existing wires. I prefer to eliminate any chance of dissimilar metal corrosion that can occur. Everyone has their own way of doing things though =) Really enjoy your videos =)
Saved! I don't have to do my own work today. Thanks Wes. 👌
Hufflepuff towing was spot on, bent frame.
At least Alice had potions to help her down Rabbit hole, great job Wes, 👏.
Thanks for sharing.
finally working on the same truck I have. Mine’s not as clapped, but it’s more rusty.
Edit: I think you have to be rolling to go to 4WD because mine doesn’t shift standing still
When you showed the new knock sensor I was like woh boy, replacing that is a doozy in that motor! It’s fun to watch a video on a vehicle I know something about. I’m on my third Frontier. Boring truck but pretty reliable!
Relocate the sensor - don't tear the engine down to replace it in the original location. It's a well known mod. The only reason I keep mine operational is I have a gen 1 with the supercharger :p
Aww okay that explains all the metal shaving breaking a bolt and having to hela Coil It
So as it turns out, Max knew there was a rodent but he also knew it was dead ! 😂
A couple of months back I had to work on those exact knock sensors. I moved them to the intake so they could be accessed without tearing half the engine bay apart. They still function. It’s been 10000 miles and no burned out pistons so I think it is safe. 😎
I wish you would find us a good pair of ratcheting crimpers for those non-insulated connectors. I started using them for everything after I learned about them from you. But the crimping leaves much to be desired. I found a Klein crimper VDV200-010 with the VDV205-044 anvil that works ok, but not great. Thanks for the educational content!
The axel vent is a common problem on these. There is a mod a couple of guys I worked with did with some fuel hose and inline fuel filters that they mounted up high near the spare.
Glad that you're back. I'm back to learning new things every Sunday morning. Life is good.
Holy moly that is one full parking lot!
Great video Wes. Also, I have to tell you, when you took the truck for a drive, I became a bit nostalgic seeing the farmland and the tractor with the batwing mowers. When I was a kid, I couldn't wait to get off the farm in west central Iowa, but now that I am older, I really, really miss it. Mostly, I miss the people, the farm community.
I have a 2011 Suzuki Equator (a rebranded Frontier) 4x4, crew cab, long bed with the 4 liter. I must say these things are incredibly reliable and stout trucks. Do a fair bit of off roading and beach driving and long distance hauls and I've only ever had the check engine light come on once for the crank censor. Love these things.
I also just recently had the crank sensor go out in my 2012 Frontier. Seems to be a common issue with them. Easy $50 fix though, so no complaints here.
The worst thing about the knock sensor is, you won't know if you fixed it until it's all back together. Fine work young man!
The DeWalt....LUBRICATED FOR LIFE 😂
Please make a video all about that Honda Goldwing you’ve had parked in the workshop for ages!
Glad to see you fixed the tech issues, and we all can get our fix 👍
Every time I watch your videos I’m just amazed, I can turn a wrench (obviously not as well as you) but I absolutely have no patience for it.
I like the way u installed the intake manifold after repairing the chewed up electrical connector! Neat swivel ratchet wrench Wes.Critters cause problems."LIE 916 FIXED GOOD ENUFF for the time being.
Seeing all that green corn feels special just now. No rain in DFW (at least my part) since 8 June means the predominant color of vegetation is "ecru"
Those carbide gasket scrapers are a great invention.
Thanks for putting the connector in the pliers before inserting the wire. I don't know why some guys can't figure this out. Cough...Eric O...
Glad you are back Wes!
You zeroed in on most of the problems quickly. Thanks for bringing us along!
The patience and meticulous you apply to some of the worst vehicles is an inspiration to me. Non judgemental work of the highest quality. That's why I love your channel.
Ahh another Wes video it is going to be a great Sunday. I really enjoy your channel you take great pride in your work and it truly shows.
My X has a 2004 Subaru Forester when we lived in Maryland we were subject to emission testing every 3 years. Which means when the check engine light comes on you pay through the nose. One shop quoted $700 to replace the upstream O2 sensor and both belts. Well we were able to move out of state before the test and I replaced the parts myself. On the downstream sensor when it finally loosened I broke my little finger smashing into something. It’s still bent and I think about that mistake every time you say O2 sensor. Ha! Really enjoy your show keep up the good work.
Ah. The long wait is over. Welcome back, friend.
I drive a 01 pathfinder SE 4WD with 176k on the clock. Other than burning a half quart between oil changes it's been a decent daily.
Worked on trucks and buses for my career, have seen many axle seals leaking even with the cover for the axle breather loose, but I have found by removing the breather the passage to the axle tube to be rusted solid.
I love your content. The last cars I worked on were carburetor induction, but one did have a pointless ignition system. I did work on electronic process control equipment (lots of microprocessors, funny wiring diagrams) but the wires were not sitting in the middle of a hot engine valley, toasting the insulation and connectors while providing habitat for small rodents. The amount of patience, and the "I'm gonna fix this thing if it's the last thing I do" determination you display is amazing. I only hope they pay you what you are worth!
Check/clean the ground contacts from the battery to the frame to see if it fixes the ABS problem. It sounds like an issue I have had on an Armada.
Wes Please think about protective glasses, you don't want mud full of all sorts of nastyness getting in to your eyes, too easy to damage 😞
So many crappy problems, the owner is lucky that you took on the heap of crap!.
I had an 02 frontier (sadly I wrecked it) that had the knock sensor under the intake manifold. Fun.
Congratulations on 200K!
I ended up getting a bunch of loom wrap from autozone that looks just as flimsy and crappy as what you used to repair the knock sensor
I’m amazed you have any of those left over there. Most of the ones here in uk got recalled by Nissan and scraped due to rust resulting in the frame snapping between the cab and bed. Something to do the the frames being left outside for months before assembly. I bought one for 3k and two months later got a letter from Nissan telling me I need the bring it in for inspection. They gave me 5k for it lol
Most U.S. states don't have inspections and recalls are optional. There's probably people driving around on trucks with broken frames right now
nissan tech here, the later ones got sent back to spain to get a new half-chassis at rear fitted, loan car for about 6 months. i had to repair the ones that wouldn't start after the ferry back, mainly alternator/battery/wiring damage caused by bad jumpstarting on the ship
Fascinating as always....somebody once said build a better mouse trap and the world will beat a path to your door....judging by your parking lot you must have done it!!!...Thanks for great education and entertainment.
For the life of me, I cannot understand what it is about wire harnesses that rodents find so attractive. Great video Wes.
Welcome back! You got to the bottom of everything, and that's what counts. 0 unnecessary parts and only a couple of exhaust donuts outstanding on the mechanical (pending frame straightening) - that's fine work!
Thanks for enriching my Sunday morning coffee!
I was waiting for you to say "In the pile..." when you pulled that running board. Vehcor channel reference.
Nice to see you work on something that is not a rustbucket.