Common questions

What is the solenoid valve on a swirl?

What is the solenoid valve on a swirl?

The solenoid valve controls swirl control valve’s shut/open condition. This solenoid valve is operated by the Engine Control Module ( ECM ). The swirl control valve control solenoid valve responds to signals from the ECM. When the ECM sends an ON (ground) signal, the solenoid valve is bypassed to apply intake manifold…

Where is the swirl valve located?

The swirl control valve solenoid is located on the passenger side fender next to the battery. The swirl control valve itself is located on the rear of the engine, just above the bell housing.

Which is swirl control valve solenoid valve on Nissan Pathfinder?

A forum for the legendary Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4. I took it to Pepboys and the lady said “P1140”. Thus my thread on P1140 elsewhere. I got my reader back and it was P1130, Swirl Control Valve.

When do you close the swirl control valve?

While idling and during low enginespeed operation, the swirl control valve closes. This increases the velocity of the air in the intake passage, promoting the vaporization of the fuel and producing a swirl in the combustion chamber.

What is part number for swirl control valve solenoid valve?

Part number 14596-1P101. (shown on parts diagrams at 14596U). Just under $100 shipped. Just replaced, will post in a week or so if the code stays clear. I’m pretty confident. OK. It has been about a week and over a tank of gas. No new SES light.

A forum for the legendary Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4. I took it to Pepboys and the lady said “P1140”. Thus my thread on P1140 elsewhere. I got my reader back and it was P1130, Swirl Control Valve.

Why is my swirl control valve not working?

I think that may be because the factory manual lists several other things that can cause the problem besides the solenoid valve. Frankly, the manual is confusing.

Where can I get a solenoid valve replaced?

Another owner got the code after removing the airbox to replace the headlamp. So I just ordered the solenoid valve online. Part number 14596-1P101. (shown on parts diagrams at 14596U). Just under $100 shipped. Just replaced, will post in a week or so if the code stays clear.

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