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So I just dealt with my steering lock issue and I told them I was getting a periodic oil lamp icon which was followed by a slight vibration of the

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Old 03-02-2018, 06:29 PM   #1 (permalink)
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So I just dealt with my steering lock issue and I told them I was getting a periodic oil lamp icon which was followed by a slight vibration of the car.

They did a deep diagnosis and this is what they gave me. Almost a 4k repair

I'd hate to lose this car. I live in the tri-state area (delaware to be exact) and I was wondering what opinions people have for this issue. I'd be willing to drive a bit to get a trustworthy place to handle it cheaper.
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Your oil pressure issue is due the oil galley gaskets on the front timing cover. Maybe someone in your area can post a trusted shop.
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Do a search on here, they are serviceable. You don't need to replace the whole front timing cover as it appears they want you to do.
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If you post this in the Engine & Drivetrain section you will get a better response.
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There was a big discussion on the myg37 site about this. I believe someone did replace just the gaskets. Seems to affect pre 2012 model cars.
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i just did this job on my 2012, its fairly simple and straight forward if you are mechanically inclined. plus it will save you hundreds of dollars
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Here is his thread.

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Cool, thanks for the help.

I took it to a place around me that works with nissan/infiniti. They replaced some sensor and performed an oil change. The light went away.

However, the dealer did a deep investigation so I know the gaskets are still a problem. They are going to replace parts in the timing chain area and I'm going to do a couple other bits of maintenance while they got it open.

My real concern now is making sure they use the new metal gaskets. I am waiting on a invoice from them showing what they are going to use.
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