Nissan Vk56vd engine

The 5.6-liter V8 engine Nissan VK56VD has been produced at the factory in Yokohama since 2010 and is installed in the largest and most powerful models such as Armada, Patrol, and many Infiniti models. There are two different versions of this engine: for off-road vehicles and for sport sedans. The VK family also includes other engines: VK45DE, VK45DD, VK50VE, and VK56DE.

Technical specifications of the GM LSJ 2.0 Supercharged engine.

Modifications for off-road vehicles:
TypV-type
Number of cylinders8
number of valves32
Exact capacity5552 cm³
Cylinder diameter98 mm
Piston stroke.92 mm
Power systemdirect injection
Power390 - 405 HP
Torque530 - 560 nm
Compression ratio10.8
Fuel type95
Environmental classEURO 5
Modifications for sports sedans:
TypV-type
Number of cylinders8
number of valves32
Exact capacity5552 cm³
Cylinder diameter98 mm
Piston stroke.92 mm
Power systemdirect injection
Power408 - 420 HP
Torque550 - 565 nm
Compression ratio11.5
Fuel type95
Environmental classEURO 5

Fuel consumption Nissan Vk56vd engine

Using the example of the 2015 Nissan Patrol with an automatic transmission:
City20.6 litry
Route11.0 litry
Mixed14.5 litry

Engine Overview and Common Failures

The weight of the VK56VD engine according to the catalog is 225 kg. The engine number VK56VD is located between the cylinder heads. Scratches in the cylinders. The most well-known problem with this engine is the formation of scratches in the cylinders, leading to increased oil consumption and the appearance of a characteristic diesel sound during engine operation. The cause is the suction of crumbs from a deteriorating catalyst or wear products from the fuel injection pump lifter, as well as distortion of the sleeves due to engine overheating. Even in the American market, a recall campaign was conducted to replace these engines. Timing chain stretching. Many owners have experienced timing chain stretching with mileage of less than 100,000 km, and in some markets, a recall campaign took place for their replacement even after the warranty period. Failure of the fuel injection pump. Due to the use of low-quality fuel in the engine, the fuel injection pump lifter wears out quickly, and its wear products are spread throughout the engine's oil system and can enter the cylinders. Engine overheating. It is necessary to carefully monitor the condition of the cooling system of your engine, as it is prone to overheating, which can lead to distortion of the sleeves and the formation of scratches in them. Other problems. At mileages above 200-250 thousand km, this engine often experiences injector seat failures, as well as malfunctions in the Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) system.

Engine Nissan Vk56vd

Infiniti
M 4 (Y51)2010 - 2013
Q70 1 (Y51)2013 - 2019
QX56 2 (Z62)2010 - 2013
QX80 1 (Z62)2013 - CE
Nissan
Armada 2 (Y62)2016 - CE
Patrol 6 (Y62)2010 - CE
Titan 2 (A61)2015 - CE

Engines from the same line as Nissan Vk56vd engine

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