Stuttering Micra 2001 S 1.0 Problem

[Monkey1800]

Right, bit of an on going issue.

I bought my Nissan Micra S 1.0 about 3 months ago. Has 80k on clock. This is a problem i've always had.

I took my car to maybe look at buying a new one to be horrified by the dealer offering me £450 for a car i paid £1400 for about 3 month ago.

The car turns over ok on a cold, and revs up fine. Althogh when warmed up or on a warm start, there is a delay on the power when you put the foot down. It means it doesnt deliver the power immediately and can mean i need to wait just half a second before lifting the clutch. the dealers will see this as a fault.

The car idles okay ish, some times dips a little and you can feel a bit of vibration, but sitll seems ok. Any ideas what's causing this lag in the throttle? i understand the k11 engines have a fault with the throttle body frequently going. You'll have to go easy on the terminology and explain things carefully for me too guys, i'm a little new to this scene.

Also, to note, when stood, if i turned the steering fast it can make the engine dip in revs and then it comes back. THis is very odd, and only happens when i turn the steering. not sure if at all relevant.

Hope you guys can help =)

 

[frank]

the dip in the revs is just the engine "labouring" as the power steering pump kicks in, and your is the later bosch throttlebody (which does,nt need soldering)

 

[piper1st]

Sounds like it could be ignition related. Has it had new spark plugs, HT leads, Rota Arm or Dizzy Cap recently?

the dip in the revs is just the engine "labouring" as the power steering pump kicks in

 

[Monkey1800]

Ok it's an idea to check all?

Does it cost much at garage to check/replace? Not a clue how to do it my self. If you have the patience to explain in very simple terms i'd have a go

 

[frank]

you,re best to check for any faultcodes first really (yours has the full eobd2 diagnostic system)

 

[Monkey1800]

I dont have the tools to check for the faults. Would be a garage job

 

[r-reg-sr]

fault code reader is fairly priced for your model k11

 

[micra.jas]

the dip in revs when turning your steering is simply the power steering pump working like it should,lol.(Y)

 

[Monkey1800]

I've had an electrician to look at the car today and was hooked up for full diagnostics. Issue has been linked to the mass air flow meter faulty, looks like a new one required! Any ideas on best place to purchase? Thanks!

 

[r-reg-sr]

that auction buy it now site should do you

 

[Noddie]

that auction buy it now site should do you

yeah, you can get them off ebay fairly easily i think...
pretty sure this is the one: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NEW-NISSAN-MI...CarParts_SM&hash=item255dc7378a#ht_6659wt_754

 

[Slug]

Note if you want to swap out the sensor for a new one, you'll need a set of Torx TS screwdriver bits. These are shaped like 5-sided stars with a hole in the middle.

See here:
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B003ALOG06/ref=oss_product

Also be wary of the quality of aftermarket sensors. I just put one in this week and it's been rubbish. Why oh why don't Bosch sell the sensor on its own!?