2001 INFINITI G20

Typical onset: 100,000-150,000 mi

Symptoms: Knocking or rattling from lower engine, Loss of oil pressure, Metal shavings in oil, Sudden engine seizure in severe cases

Fix: SR20DE engines suffer rod and main bearing failure when oil change intervals are extended or wrong oil weight used. Requires full engine rebuild or short block replacement. 18-24 hours labor for short block R&R including timing chain, water pump, all gaskets, and fluids.

Estimated cost: $3,500-5,500

Typical onset: 120,000-180,000 mi

Symptoms: Coolant loss with no visible leaks, White smoke from exhaust, Overheating under load, Milky oil on dipstick or cap

Fix: Multi-layer steel head gaskets fail, often after cooling system neglect. Head removal, resurfacing, new gasket set, timing chain components, and coolant flush required. 12-16 hours labor. If heads are warped beyond .003 inch, replacement needed.

Estimated cost: $1,800-2,800

Typical onset: 80,000-140,000 mi

Symptoms: ATF pooling under vehicle, Transmission running hot, Burnt smell from transmission, Low fluid level on dipstick

Fix: Steel cooler lines rust through where they pass over subframe, especially in salt-belt states. Requires replacement of hard lines and often flex hoses. 3-4 hours labor including fluid refill and leak check.

Estimated cost: $400-700

Typical onset: 70,000-120,000 mi

Symptoms: Clunking when shifting from Park to Drive, Excessive engine movement visible from engine bay, Vibration at idle in Drive, Harsh engagement into gear

Fix: Front and rear transmission mounts deteriorate, causing powertrain movement. Front mount is particularly prone to tearing. Replacement requires supporting engine/trans, 2-3 hours labor for both mounts.

Estimated cost: $350-550

Typical onset: 60,000-100,000 mi

Symptoms: Oil seeping around distributor base, Oil on spark plug wires, Occasional misfire when wet, Oil smell from engine bay

Fix: O-ring at distributor base hardens and leaks oil onto back of engine. Remove distributor, replace o-ring, reset timing. 1.5-2 hours labor. Preventive replacement recommended during timing chain service.

Estimated cost: $150-280

Symptoms: Hesitation under acceleration, Rough idle, Hard starting when warm, Stalling after extended highway driving

Fix: In-tank fuel filter sock clogs from sediment, especially if tank has rust. Requires fuel pump assembly removal. Often discovered only after external filter replacement doesn't solve symptoms. 2-3 hours labor.

Estimated cost: $350-600

Typical onset: 150,000-200,000 mi

Symptoms: Rattling noise on cold start for first 3-5 seconds, Metallic noise from timing cover, Check engine light with cam/crank correlation codes, Rough running

Fix: Upper timing chain guide wears, and tensioner may lose pressure. If chain jumps timing, bent valves result. Timing chain set, tensioner, guides, water pump replacement recommended. 8-10 hours labor.

Estimated cost: $1,200-1,800