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P0081 2008 Nissan Maxima Code - Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Bank 2

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What are the Possible Causes of the DTC P0081 2008 Nissan Maxima?

NOTE: The causes shown may not be a complete list of all potential problems, and it is possible that there may be other causes.
  • Faulty Intake Valve Control Solenoid Valve
  • Intake Valve Control Solenoid Valve harness is open or shorted
  • Intake Valve Control Solenoid Valve circuit poor electrical connection

Code Tech Notes

Since the Intake valve timing control solenoid valve uses oil flow to control timing, dirty oil can cause the valve to stuck open or close. Before replacing the valve, change engine oil and filter and reset engine code.

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How to Fix the DTC P0081 2008 Nissan Maxima?

Check the 'Possible Causes' listed above. Visually inspect the related wiring harness and connectors. Check for damaged components and look for broken, bent, pushed out, or corroded connector pins.

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What is the Cost to Diagnose the Code?

Labor: 1.0

The cost to diagnose the P0081 2008 Nissan Maxima code is 1.0 hour of labor. The diagnosis time and labor rates at auto repair shops vary depending on the location, make and model of the vehicle, and even the engine type. Most auto repair shops charge between $75 and $150 per hour.

When is the Code Detected?

An improper voltage is sent to the Engine Control Module (ECM) through intake valve timing control solenoid valve.

What are Code Possible Symptoms?

  • Engine Light ON (or Service Engine Soon Warning Light)

What Does the P0081 2008 Nissan Maxima Code Mean?

Intake valve timing control solenoid valve is activated by ON/OFF pulse duty (ratio) signals from the Engine Control Module (ECM).
The intake valve timing control solenoid valve changes the oil amount and direction of flow through intake valve timing control unit or stops oil flow.
The longer pulse width advances valve angle. The shorter pulse width retards valve angle. When ON and OFF pulse widths become equal, the solenoid valve stops oil pressure flow to fix the intake valve angle at the control position.

P0081 2008 Nissan Maxima Code - Intake Valve Control Solenoid Circuit Bank 2

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