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Nissan Qashqai engine seizure
What are the possible causes of a Nissan Qashqai engine seizing please?
Asked on 2 November 2015 by cliffonly1
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Lack of coolant or failure of water pump; Lack of oil pressure either due to lack of oil, blocked oil sump strainer or failure of oil pump.
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