Prior to and after a headgasket replacement the car from ...
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MichelleWiganN122
217 days ago
Thanks a lot for the question
Can you connect the OBDII scanner and try to read the fault codes?
If the car doesn't start, we need to check the fuel pressure and if there is sparks. Did you change the [spark plugs](/topics-spark-plug-nissan/)? Are the coil working correctly?
About the other issues, they should be reflected in the OBDII connector.
Thanks!
Customer
217 days ago
Thank you. It is scheduled for a scan on Monday. I was hoping you might provide some insight/direction. is it possible it could it be the ignition timing .??The spark plugs were changed
MichelleWiganN122
217 days ago
Thanks,
I don't believe it is the ignition timming, did you check the coils? And the OBDII scan?
Customer
217 days ago
That will be done on Monday. It will sometimes start with no problem. What is your best guess??Is there anything else that should be checked
MichelleWiganN122
217 days ago
Thanks, \*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\* almost say the coils needs replacing.
Customer
217 days ago
No check engine lights come on..,??
MichelleWiganN122
217 days ago
Probably not
Customer
217 days ago
Ok
MichelleWiganN122
217 days ago
Thanks
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