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I had a p0420 code for the catalytic converter. I cleared the code. The
service engine light with the same code returned about 10 days ago and
again I cleared it. Just returned again.
I have a 2001 Nissan Frontier XE with 4 cylinder (KA24). Truck has
68,000 plus miles.
I found some info on this code on the internet. My question is about the
Nissan Service Bulletin about the p0420 code which applies to the 2001
4 cyc KA24 engine. It says a common fix is to have the ECM
Reprogramed. Have any other members had this done to their 2001
Nissan with the 4 cyc KA24 engine?
I stopped at a Nissan Dealer and the service rep. seamed like he didn't
know much about reprograming ECM. He said this was not a common
problem. So I'm not sure if he is correct about not being common.
Also truck is 2 to 3 months pass 8 year emmisons warranty.
Any suggestions about this or replacing if needed my own catalytic
converter is welcomed.
Thanks for any help.
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NTB02-092 states to reprogram the ECU for this concern. Warranty time pays .7 hr to perform this recall. Sounds like you need to find a dealer that has a BRAIN and is concerned about customer service. You should also ask them about "GOODWILL", which will cover up to $300 for a repair(in this case it is much less). Be also aware that cats do fail, but the first course of action is to do the reprogram.
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Frontierguy, thanks for the info. This coming week I will check with a few
Nissan Dealers in the Portland, OR area. I will ask them about the ECU
reprograming and about a goodwill fix. I hope I find someone in this area
that knows about the service bulletin you mention. Thanks again.
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Frontierguy,
I got my ECU regrogamed today. That took care of the problem. I took it
to the second Nissan Dealer I talked to. The service department knew
about the rerogaming to correct the problem.
I also asked them about Goodwill Fix. Didn't get very far with that
question. I paid them $95.00 for everything. Should I try Nissan Corp. for
refund since it was only a few months pass 8 year emissions warranty. I'm
just happy to have this taken care of and fixed.
Thanks for all your help. 
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Glad you got it taken care of. Call Nissan about the "Goodwill', It won't cost anything but your time.
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