Posted: Dec 04 2010 at 11:04am | IP Logged

My check engine light show this code

Scan tool p1441 & flash code 0801

 when I get it scanned.  My Haynes repair manual says it's a

Vacuum cut bypass valve.  I can't find anything online or in the book about this part.  I found a picture on ebay for one of these parts for a Maxima.

To me it looks like the map sensor solenoid valve vacuum port.

Any info or experiences with this?

Scan tool p1441 & flash code 0801

Vacuum cut bypass valve

Haynes Repair Manual

Posted: Dec 05 2010 at 6:36am | IP Logged

Well then the book shows the wrong code.  Time to check out a new book?  Is there a better one that you like?

We also have a 1998 Frontier that has had engine light problems since we bought it used in 2003.  It's been a struggle to get the light off to get an inspection every year!  Have to get it scanned again to see what comes up this time!

the fuel sender recall - NOPE wasn't aware of it.  I was pretty sure the recalls recently were for different years.  This could have been an old one?  I'll look it up.  I thought they sent owners a notice?  The truck has been in to the dealer for a dx on a problem, I think it's interesting that they don't automatically check or ask you about it.  Thank you again!  I'll call the dealer tomorrow morning. 

Posted: Dec 05 2010 at 6:44am | IP Logged

we bought the truck in 2004 - August.  I see the fuel sending unit recall started in May 2004.  Is it possible the Saturn dealer we bought it from did not fix the recall?  We'll have it checked out.

Lately it "chugs" a bit on most start ups - not all.  Like it may not start or it will just stall.  Other than that everything else seems fine.