Retrieve the code that is causing the MIL to illuminate and you will be pointed in the right direction. There are thousands of different parameters being monitored by the car's computer so it is impossible to guess which one is causing the MIL.
Any auto parts store (Autozone, Oreilly, NAPA, etc.) will connect to your OBDII port for free to retrieve the code for you, and you'll have a gearhead that may be able to give you advice and help you diagnose the problem, also for free. A garage may and a dealership WILL charge you to retrieve the code, and they sure wont tell you how to go about fixing it.
Usually 11.5v is enough to start most cars. A fully charged battery is 12.6v
No, but it could cause the check engine light to illuminate.
It sounds like the crank position sensor has failed.
A PCV or connecting hose problem can cause great issues with a 1997 Nissan pickup idling. In fact, this can keep it from running, even if it does start, and the engine turns over.
the blades in the engine start running
Whats wrong when an 86 ford aerostar keeps trying to start after the engine is running?
The NISSAN Vehicle Immobilizer System will not allow the engine to start without the use of a registered key.
There has been a recall on Nissan Xterra 98-03 that the fuel pump terminal on the fuel sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. Thus causing corrosion causing the fuel pump to stop operation. This causes the engine not being able to start or causse the engine to stop running without warning, which can result in a crash. Call Nissan at 800-647-7261
maybe one of the electrical outlets in the engine got electricuted which made the engine not start.
A bad crankshaft in a 96 Altima could cause the engine not to start. Depending on the crank damage, the engine could start but not run properly.
Yes, but not necessary.
put a little bit on gas in the carb and start it up