Nissan Patrol 2001: 3.0-litre turbo-diesel has blown up

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I RECENTLY bought a 2001 Nissan Patrol with the 3.0-litre turbodiesel engine, and the engine has since blown up. I have seen the stories in the Carsguide about the piston problems with this engine and have been told the EGR valve causes it. I would appreciate your advice.

Answered by CarsGuide

7 December 2007

Graham Smith

BLOWN pistons are a common problem on the 3.0-litre turbodiesel Patrol, particularly those early ones like yours. I recommend you contact Nissan Customer Relations, ph: 1800 035 035, and ask them to rebuild your engine.

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