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Old 11-02-2008, 09:47 AM
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Default 2002 Sentra XE 1.8 stalling/rough idle

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I was reading some of the forum posts pertaining to the Sentra. My problem with my Sentra model is that it stalls and idles rough while stopping at a traffic light or stop sign. This problem first occured @36K miles usually with the A/C on in the summer but has progressively gotten worse with it now occuring during the winter with the heater on. The car is hitting 90K miles, took it to the dealer with no luck diagnosing the problem except ajusting the idle and telling me it was the gas grade and quality I was using. I changed the air filter and the stalling/idling problem stopped for about 4 months but has sinced returned. The check engine light has not come on recently but has come on in the past which the dealer could not get a code. When it stalls out I can restart the car right away. The car has also stalled out going around a corner.

I cleaned the MAF using the CRC MAF spray and the problem has seemed to gone away for now. Could anything else be contributing to this problem such as a stuck EGR valve?
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Old 11-02-2008, 11:02 AM
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Could anything else be contributing to this problem such as a stuck EGR valve?
Yes, but is not very common. Probably the most common problem is the MAF and since the problem changed with the new air filter and cleaning the MAF, the probabilities that the problems is the MAF are higher.
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Old 11-02-2008, 12:29 PM
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Old 11-10-2008, 04:54 AM
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i seem to experioence the same problem with the sentra stall and engine goin off..i think the fuel grade is the problem bcos i changed my grade to a cleaner one and it has stopped malfunctioning.what is the MAF and how do i clean mine?
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Old 11-10-2008, 06:05 AM
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SNIP...what is the MAF and how do i clean mine?
Briefly, A Mass airflow sensor is a device used by the engine control computer to measure the amount of air entering the engine through its air intake system.

I pulled this from your Service Manual Section EC - ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM...

MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR

The mass air flow sensor is placed in the stream of intake air. It measures the intake flow rate by measuring a part of the entire intake flow. It consists of a hot film that is supplied with electric current from the ECM. The temperature of the hot film is controlled by the ECM a certain amount. The heat generated by the hot film is reduced as the intake air flows around it. The more air, the greater the heat loss.

Therefore, the ECM must supply more electric current to maintain the temperature of the hot film as air flow increases. The ECM detects the air flow by means of this current change.
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Old 11-18-2008, 03:52 PM
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I have the same car and problem.. it stall's at light's , parked and when idled in traffic also the check engine light is not on
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Old 11-20-2008, 06:02 AM
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Default 2000 1.8 Sentra hesitation

Has anyone had a hesitation problem on exceleration at start up speed?
it has become quite obvious, other than that the response is fine.

Throttle posirion sensor?

Mass air flow?
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Old 11-20-2008, 08:11 AM
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I had this same exact problem on my 2000 GXE. It almost feels as if the tranny is going at times. Other times it stalled at lights, idle, and when ever it felt. The MAF had to be replaced and the car was back to new.

The OEM MAF does not work well or at all for the Sentra. It will not last long and you are stuck having to get Nissan original parts. It ain't too cheap. It cost me $750 for the part and labor.
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Old 02-23-2011, 07:30 AM
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my car started stalling when ever i slowed down or stopped.all i did cleaned the cable connection going in MAF. it is fixed now. thanks for giving me idea.
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Hello I have a 01 sentra gxe 1.8.
when cold starting, rough idle and even kills motor, try to feed gas, acts like its flooding with gas. after engine warms(several starts and stalls later) when press gas, acts like not enough, dies down and almost stalls. however, if you just slightly feather down the gas pedal, it will run just so smoothly. should i also try this maf solution? or any other known issues? thanks - M_Poplin
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Old 06-26-2012, 05:24 PM
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My 2004 Sentra 1.8 idles rough and stalls. It also is missfiring at various speeds (45, 60 etc). Nissan had the vehicle for 4 days and cannot diagnose the problem. Nothing showing up on the computer. I need a mechanic with a tool box instead of a laptop!
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Old 06-27-2012, 11:27 AM
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Fortunately laptops are now the mechanic's new tool box. Even the good 'ol "Mr. Goodwrench" will not survive in today's drive-by-wire vehicles if he didn't keep up with the latest in car electronics.

I start by asking you to tell us (1) what sort of regular maintenance that you do, (2) and do you do all of them yourself, or some of them, or none at all, (3) what new parts, i,e. (oil change, coolant change, spark plugs, ignition coil, t-stat, O2 sensors, et., etc.) have been installed in the last 12 months and how many miles your car has. Thank you.
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Old 06-27-2012, 06:22 PM
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I change the oil and filters. That's about it. Bought the car about 8 months ago. It has 106k on it. When it first started a mechanic(not Nissan) changed the plugs and cleaned the throttle body. My son only drives it to school and work.

A few possibilities I've heard are:
Crankshaft Position sensor
Camshaft Position Sensor
Variable Timing Control Sensor
Throttle Body Failure

I think Nissan would've discovered these issues right? Thanks for the assist.
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Old 06-27-2012, 11:51 PM
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Yes, if "ses" was lit they would come up with dtc. It is possible tho the failure is still developing. The car still run, right. Also verify the type of spark plugs the mechanic installed. It should be NGK, double or single platinum is up to you. Before replacing the cpk and cps sensors, do the power balance test.

Bring up engine to normal operating temp. Take it for a drive about 10 min. With engine at idle, remove the engine cover, Then disconnect the power supply connector to the ignition coil one at a time. After disconnecting, take note of what you observe. If engine stumble and even stall, that's normal, reconnect the power supply asap. If engine speed (rpm) do not change that coil is suspect and take note. Repeat until you've done all four. A failing ignition coil will exhibit no problem during cold start. After it heats up that's when the symptoms shows. You said you have a misfire at 45-60 mph. Also check and replace if need be your air cleaner. Let us know of the results.
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Old 05-02-2013, 06:08 PM
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Smile Hope I've found the solution

My 2002 Sentra GXE has this exact problem. FINALLY it stalled enough times that the Service Engine Soon light came on. I immediately took it for a diagnostic test and was relieved to find out it was a Mass Air Flow code. Thankfully, I had purchased an after market sensor online for $35 that very same day. This solution was a shot in the dark after reading several forums, but it was a better solution than replacing the throttle body at $600 as suggested by my local Nissan dealership.

With 77k miles, my Sentra is certainly worth spending a few hundred dollars to fix but who doesn't want to save as much money as possible? Anyway, I had the MAF sensor replaced today for an additional $35 in labor, and I can't wait to find out if the problem is currently resolved.

Like the OP, it didn't matter if I was driving or stopped at a light. I also had put premium gas for the last two weeks prior to replacement and the problem only seemed to get worse (probably due to waiting so long). In addition to replacing the sensor today, I also installed a new air filter.

My A/C and heat control is broken at the moment so I'm not sure if using the temperature controls added to the problem.

Time warp back to 6 months ago when I took it to the dealer, this is what happened:

- mechanics couldn't replicate the problem after several test drives
- they adjusted my idle
- they cleaned my fuel injectors
- they cleaned the throttle body

No code was being thrown and I was told to pick it up. As soon as they pulled the car up for me to take, it stalled. Still, no code. At least someone besides me got to witness the problem.

As this seems to be a rampant problem, I will update if any problems arise after this latest "fix". Fingers crossed.

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