Come along with Eric O. at the SMA shop as he repairs a fast idle cam actuator or some times referred to as a thermostatic fast idle solenoid on a 2001 Nissan Frontier. In this case the actuator was still work however it was leaking coolant pretty bad.
Interested in stuff seen in the videos or the tools and toys Eric O. likes and uses? Check out the S.M.A. "A-Store" and help support the channel! : http://astore.amazon.com/httpswwwy0837-20
If an SMA Video has helped you out please consider giving using "Patreon" to help support us. The videos take real time to create and pull us away from real work that pays our bills. CLICK HERE: https://www.patreon.com/southmainauto
THANKS A MILLION!!
--Eric O.
WANT AN "SMA" STICKER OF YOUR OWN!?!
Simply send and E-mail to SMAstickers @outlook.com including: your shipping address and e-mail address in the text, I in turn will send you a paypal invoice for $5 each USA or $6 each international. Let me know how many you want and as soon as the paypal invoice is paid I will ship them out ASAP! Thanks for your support of our channel!!
--Eric & Vanessa O.
Feel like sending some swag to SMA because you love the videos but don't know where to send it?
Just ship it here:
South Main Auto Repair
47 S. Main St
PO Box 471
Avoca, NY 14809
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of South Main Auto Repair, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. South Main Auto Repair assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. South Main Auto Repair recommends safe practices when working with power tools, automotive lifts, lifting tools, jack stands, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of South Main Auto Repair, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not South Main Auto Repair.

50 thoughts on “Nissan frontier – thermostatic fast idle solenoid fic actuator”
  1. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars T says:

    Now does this Also control your idle? My screw was bent on my 3.3l not sure if that affects it have low idle

  2. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Rusty Bown says:

    What was its symptoms. That's why I'm looking on here to try to find out what is causing my symptoms. He just goes straight to the fix. Fix for what? Mine surges at idle.

  3. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Richee Rich says:

    Thanks for this video!!!!!!!

  4. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mikey Curtis says:

    Yo Eric O @southmainautorepairllc the throttle body mounting gasket is the big circular gasket. The one under that spacer adapter thing that goes from a big circle to 4 smaller ones, comes with the intake manifold gasket kit. I've never been able to find that gasket by itself.. loosening those bolts does loosen that gasket under that plate that we didn't see in the video, but because u didn't remove or even mess with that plate, should be absolutely fine… Lol on mine, I removed it all and then realizes I didn't have either gasket! Haha used rtv and believe it or not, I TOTALLY have a vacuum leak go figure. Stupid me hahahaha. Love ur channel man! I'm always watching!

  5. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Alex Suniga says:

    What brand of hood light are you using they look bright I like them is it a Astro?

  6. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Gabriel Cregar says:

    What were the symptoms of the failing fast I’ll thermal control valve?

  7. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brice Hale says:

    Will this make the truck run ruff I'm having issues that no mechanic can seem to figure out

  8. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Antonio Claudio Michael says:

    Nice easy fixes Good Work as always Eric O Sweet Underhood Light BTW @SouthMainAutoRepairLLC

  9. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michael Hance says:

    I was just wondering about the light, funny shit

  10. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Michael Hance says:

    Great job, that really helped.

  11. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Johnny Sechrist says:

    Three bond has saved me more than once when I forgot that gasket order.

  12. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Freightshaker says:

    I have a 2004 xterra and when I put a new intake gasket i bend the plate where the screw hits that sensor and after that I had a high idle,when cold it was 1,500 and it will drop to 1,100 so I bend that bracket that way it wont touch the sensor and now 1,000-900 cold and 750 when hot,I dont know why but this is what that sensor suppose to do but on my truck it seems like it dont need it😂

  13. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Daniel W says:

    I have an 88 hardbody, owned it 14 years and every philips/flathead screw ive come across in my endeavors is now socket ready.

  14. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars CEO 33 says:

    Where did you find this part?

  15. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Hola! Bad Sherlockian says:

    That might be a stupid question, but why exactly does a throttle body need to be cooled? I don't think my Civic has a coolant hose attached to it…Hmm.

  16. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Thinman says:

    If you can video it, I can watch it. Nice light and a good fix. Thanks

  17. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars IvannCastro says:

    Hey is this to fix a low idle or high idle?

  18. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Courtney Johns says:

    Do you have the video of you changing the water pump, if so where can I find it

  19. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Courtney Hicks says:

    Hello my friend. I have the exact same issue with my Frontier. I can't seem to find that part anywhere. Can you please tell me where you ordered that part from. I really need to find one. Can you help me please?

  20. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Vincent Bozzone says:

    Was the spring and cage just packaging for the part?

  21. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Vincent Bozzone says:

    Loved the drill brush

  22. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Vincent Bozzone says:

    Auto zone sells a gasket rejuvenating product that is great when you have to reuse a gasket.

  23. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jason Pirelo says:

    MY 99 is running fast as hell. once it warms up the idle goes up and down if it is in park or neutral. if it's in gear it idles at around 1,000 RPM. I noticed mine is covered in corrosion.

  24. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars johnnie johnson says:

    I like ur vid ;; like I’m stand in a strain beside you . Hahaha

  25. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars AngeredKabar says:

    I'm sure this has been brought up, but there is a Japanese Standard for Phillips head fasteners that is slightly different than standard Phillips.

    I work on Japanese industrial electronics and I bought a screwdriver after I found this out and have yet to cam out of the head. I don't know if this is always true, but the japanese screws have a dimple on the head.

  26. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Brenda Iavecchia says:

    JUST WATCHED THIS VIDEO. HAVING TROUBLE WITH HIGH IDLE. CHECKED IACV. TOOK OFF AND CLEANED. DIDN'T BENCH CHECK. NO CEL's LIVE IN LAS VEGAS. REAL HOT HERE. DID A BYPASS ON COOLANT LINES TO THROTTLE BODY. COULD THAT BE A PROBLEM IF NOT THE PROBLEM?

  27. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars VonZegen says:

    Great video!!! Where does one get that plunger anyway? I'm about to do the same but cannot find it anywhere!

  28. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Joshua Wilson says:

    Hey, like the video, I just bought a 99 frontier and it runs and drives but its idling funny and kinda boggs down with no gas, could it be this issue with the throttle body?

  29. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars David Wright says:

    "There's no factory service info on how to install this part, just a picture", CORRECTION MR.O; there is now a complete video with documented screwdriver trick on how to remove and install this solenoid thanks to YOU!!!

  30. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Andrew Villanueva says:

    Thank you Eric O. For the best car repair videos on YouTube.

  31. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Steve Herring says:

    hi mr O, is that magnetic light bar a snap on part?

  32. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars John Guntherberg says:

    Where did you find it?

  33. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jason Brookshire says:

    Ive got a 91 nissan d21 4×4 with the 2.4 ka24e in it. I just spent over 2k on having the head gasket..water pump..plugs …radiator..oil.. antifreeze…and 2 new fuel injectors on it. Ran fine for about 2 weeks then started sputtering like a fouled plug…replaced the plugs and fuel filter in it and it still sputters and lacks power..noticed one of the new injectors is leaking could that cause the sputtering in it? Thanks for any info

  34. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Lyndon Chappell says:

    Apparently that Bees wax is reliable stuff. I fly a jet that uses a similar bees wax canister inside the engine fuel control. Rolls Royce Spey engine.

  35. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bub Dawg's What do you think? says:

    When you show the brake clean my sub woofer rocks the house!

  36. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Bub Dawg's What do you think? says:

    Cowgirl up!

  37. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Wes Hawkins says:

    Wire it up and back to the large air cleaner stud.

  38. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars vladimir nesen says:

    Oldest Datsun Best now pies of G………………

  39. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Pinkie Love says:

    break cleaner for life…lmao

  40. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars WCGwkf says:

    What a ridiculous design

  41. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Mark Wheeler says:

    I have a question about Phillips head screws: On God's green Earth, why?

  42. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sothea Mam says:

    Hi. I have a 1994 Nissan xe has 204500miles .. has engine shakes when idling, what could be the problem..help

  43. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Moe Shouse says:

    why is there an air filter bigger than the engine? they have a million things ran by the computer. BUT NOT the fast idle?

  44. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars 85rx7se says:

    Eric, Just so you know, they make special Phillips Drivers for Metric ISO screws. The American version, while it does somewhat fit, is not quite the same. Also if they are really tight, try a Phillips Pozidrive tip (with the little serations on it) … it grips better)…
    JIS Screwdriver Set JISPH1 PH2 PH3 4pc Set for Japanese Standard Screws
    by AB Tools-Laser … available on Amazon and other sites

  45. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Sid Calimlim says:

    FIC adjustment, what will happen if you turn the screw on top of the FIC valve clockwise or counter clockwise? I have 02 Nissan Frontier 2.4L. Thanks in Advance

  46. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Glyn Watkins says:

    hey eric crack open a beer scratch ya melon while ya figure it out

  47. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Ivette Vestfal says:

    Tie it open with safety wire…

  48. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars cold spring says:

    12 ga ?

  49. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars keving52002 says:

    Classic Nissan 70 to 80% of what you do on any Nissan is working blind.

  50. Avataaar/Circle Created with python_avatars Jason S. says:

    I have an 87 D21 pickup. VG30i v6 5 speed. I can’t find this valve anywhere and my truck just started idling at 2k last night in cold weather after it warmed up. I’m suspecting this

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.