Like so many modern components on our cars, the Infiniti steering rack can be a sneaky little bugger to diagnose. Take, for example, the J30, which uses an Infiniti steering rack very similar to that on other models. On this car, the Infiniti steering rack is located directly in front of the transmission bellhousing, and […]
Replacing Infiniti J30 Knock sensors
J30 Knock Sensors By: Wes Stinson A common problem that has plagued many Nissan and Infiniti vehicles is problem with the knock sensors (also called KS). Bad KS will not throw a CEL (Check Engine Light). Symptoms include loss or poor acceleration and can also cause bucking/jerking problems. Generally, knock sensors do not cause the […]
Replace RB20 RB25 Ignitor with J30 Ignitor
Well, since I sold my ignitor to a friend who needed one, I was left without one for my RB20. Off to the junkyard I go and find a J30 – to my surprise the ignitor they use looks much like the one for the RB20 – however the similarities end there. While the J30 […]
Infiniti J30 Tension Rod Replacement
1. Loosen lug nuts slightly, allows easier removal when wheels are free 2. Jack up car and place on stands, frame area just before it bends to engine bay. Frame will seem heavier there 3. Remove lug nuts and wheels 4. Remove the engine lower cover. This will allow access to the back of the […]
J30 AC Panel Light Replacement
If your AC control BUTTON lights (not the display itself) have gone dark at night, you probably need to replace the four tiny bulbs inside the ac controls unit. To get to them, begin by removing the plastic trim around the shifter. Simply pull up carefully and it should come. With the shifter trim off, […]
J30 angel eye headlight conversion
By: j30t First off you will need to go here: US Plastic and order 4 feet of the 3/8″ acrylic rod. Then look around for LEDs. Try going to radio shack and getting the 1,100 mcd to 5000 mcd leds. Anyway, you will need 8 leds total (2 in each ring). Along with the leds […]
Infiniti J30-Diagnosing a Faulty Fuel Injector
Removing a fuel injector without removing the plenum isn’t without risk. Grinding of the upper plenum will be involved with the possibility of completely grinding through the plenum wall thus ruining the plenum. The trade off is several hours of labor and many dollars saved by not having to replacing a slew of gaskets and […]
Infiniti J30 Specifications and Technical FAQ
By: driverdriver This post is divided into six sections: Post Content: (1.0) J30 General Information (2.0) J30 & Media (3.0) J30 Modifications & Maintenance (4.0) Is this normal? (5.0) What should I look for in a used J30? (6.0) J30 Wisdom (from owners who’ve learned the hard way) (1.0) J30 General Information (1.1) When did […]
The History of the Infiniti J30
In the summer of 1988, a team of designers in La Jolla, California, under the direction Keiichi Shinohara, started work on a “personal” luxury sedan for Infiniti. The Nissan Design International team focused on balance and excellence in all categories – a complete package – not just excelling in a single area. A shape for […]