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.

1998 Nissan-Datsun 200SX SE-R, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine/VIN Identification

ENGINE/VIN ID ⁽¹⁾

Model

Body Code

Engine ⁽²⁾

Engine ID

Ignition System

Altima

2.4L (KA24DE)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

Frontier

2.4L (KA24DE)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

Maxima

3.0L (VQ30DE)

⁽³⁾ DIS

Pathfinder

3.3L (VG33E)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

Quest

3.0L (VG30E)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

Sentra

1.6L (GA16DE)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

200SX

1.6L (GA16DE)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

2.0L (SR20DE)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

240SX

2.4L (KA24DE)

⁽⁴⁾ Optical

⁽¹⁾	Engine code is located at left rear (4-cylinder) or right rear (V6) of cylinder block, at cylinder head mating surface.

⁽²⁾	All engines use SFI fuel systems.

⁽³⁾	A distributorless system using a crank angle sensor and one ignition coil for each spark plug.

⁽⁴⁾	This system may also be referred to as DI (Distributor Ignition).

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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.