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Nissan Sentra Starting and Stalling Problems

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#21 of 45 Re: 02 Nissan sentra won't start [mmccloud17] by mmccloud17

Sep 09, 2011 (4:40 pm)

Replying to: mmccloud17 (Sep 09, 2011 4:38 pm)
It also will not connect to a diagnostic code reader. It makes it seem like there machine is broke when hooked up to my car.

#22 of 45 Re: Nissan Sentra Starting and Stalling Problems [jrizz] by sentra2002

Sep 18, 2011 (9:46 am)

Replying to: jrizz (Apr 27, 2008 11:33 am)
The wire he wiggles is the MAF wire the mass air flow sensor wire can cause your car to stall out or not start check for cracked wire or move the wire around and when the car starts use tie strap to keep it the were its at

#23 of 45 Re: Nissan Sentra unable to start after changing battery [citybeach] by sentra2002

Sep 18, 2011 (9:48 am)

Replying to: citybeach (Jul 05, 2008 12:28 pm)
sounds like a fuse

#24 of 45 Re: Nissan Sentra unable to start after changing battery [slvwino] by sentra2002

Sep 18, 2011 (9:51 am)

Replying to: slvwino (Jul 09, 2008 8:23 am)
definitly the MAF wire it is the leading source to many problems including yours wiggle it or replace it it fixed mine 2 years ago no problems except oil burning since

#25 of 45 Re: 02 Nissan sentra won't start [mmccloud17] by sentra2002

Sep 18, 2011 (9:54 am)

Replying to: mmccloud17 (Sep 09, 2011 4:38 pm)
Wiggle MAF wire that is the primary source of all problems with this car seems i outsmarted the dealer and mechanics and if the wire is really charred it needs to be replaced

#26 of 45 2001 nissan sentra by mammi

Sep 24, 2011 (2:06 pm)

i have a 2001 nissan sentra..the battery is good, the alternator is good. it will only run about 20 minutes then battery needs charged, any ideas?

#27 of 45 Re: 2001 nissan sentra [mammi] by ashhug

Oct 21, 2011 (10:27 am)

Replying to: mammi (Sep 24, 2011 2:06 pm)
I have an 02 sentra that did the same thing. Would run 15-20 minutes fine, and just shut off. Battery and alternator were fine. Turns out it was the crankshaft position sensor, which wasn't super costly to replace. A year later, I found out there had been a recall, and Nissan refused to reimburse me for the repairs I'd had done. Now my sentra refuses to start, and I've done the typical checks again. It's happened before, but after I had it towed to my mechanic, it started up just fine. Diagnostics were run, but no problems were found. I hate to have it towed again if it's going to be the same situation.

#28 of 45 2001 Sentra issue by tb116694

Nov 13, 2011 (4:58 pm)

I have a 2001 Sentra GXE with approx 106000 mi. Recently it started having trouble turning over when cold. My mechanic checked it out and said it was misfiring on #2 cylinder. He changed out the cylinder and it didn't fix the problem it made it worse. He said it was a computer issue and I would have to take the car to the dealer. My car which, was only not turning over well began to shake uncontrollably and want to stall at every stop. It is now sitting at the dealer waiting to be fixed. Any ideas? I sure hope it doesn't cost a fortune! I love my car.

#29 of 45 Re: 2001 Sentra issue [tb116694] by tb116694

Nov 19, 2011 (7:59 am)

Replying to: tb116694 (Nov 13, 2011 4:58 pm)
Ok, so the issue was a computer that needed to be replaced. Paid 1000 to replace it and the next day the service engine light came on again. Back to the dealership and they said that the cataylic converter was going out and that I have a leaking head gasket ($800 and $900 to fix). At this point is it time to trade or should I fix???? Seriously don't know if I can afford a monthly payment but don't know what to do!!! Any advice??

#30 of 45 Re: 02 Nissan sentra won't start [mmccloud17] by kmr106

Nov 23, 2011 (9:42 am)

Replying to: mmccloud17 (Sep 09, 2011 4:38 pm)
Hello, I have bought a Nissan Sentra, 2001 few months ago. I am facing a weired problem. sometimes the engine stop suddenly while running and then when I turn the key the engine starts and run well. It doesnt happen always but frequently like every 15 days or so.
I am a new driver and new owner. no ideas whats going on. It is a matter of safety because it stops while running.
any suggestions would be greatly appreciated

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