Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1991 Nissan-Datsun Sentra SE-RFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Engine Stall: Cold
- Check fast idle system. See IDLE CONTROL SYSTEM in I - SYS/COMP TESTS .
- Perform power balance test.
- Perform appropriate test in INJECTOR MALFUNCTION diagnostic chart in I - SYS/COMP TESTS article in the ENGINE PERFORMANCE Section. Use DIAGNOSTIC CHARTS DIRECTORY table in I - SYS/COMP TESTS article to locate chart.
- Check for spark using spark tester.
- Check spark plug for improper gap or fouling.
- Ensure fuel pressure is within specification.
- Check ECU harness connector.
- Check ECU power source and ground circuit. See ECU POWER SOURCE & GROUND diagnostic chart in I - SYS/COMP TESTS. Use DIAGNOSTIC CHARTS DIRECTORY TABLE in I - SYS/COMP TESTS article to locate chart.
- Try a known good ECU.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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