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Nissan global service manuals cover Patrol tank removal on ladder-frame chassis — expect tank drop. Nissan UK warranty on imports may differ; misfuel remains misuse.
Vehicle information
| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Patrol |
| Market status | Not sold new in Great Britain by Nissan UK in recent generations — common as private import (Y61/Y62); older Y60 had limited UK presence |
| Body styles | Large SUV |
| Generations | Y60, Y61 (import), Y62 (import — petrol V8 and diesel TB48/TD42 derivatives abroad) |
| Engine options | Petrol: 4.8 L inline-six (Y61) and 5.6 L V8 (Y62 import) Diesel: 3.0 L turbo diesel (ZD30 on Y61 imports) and other import-only diesels |
| Fuel tank capacity | Approximately 95–140 litres depending on variant (often dual tank on imports) |
| Fuel system | Conventional petrol injection or diesel high-pressure common-rail on modern imports |
| Access method | Tank drop commonly required — limited anti-siphon bypass without OEM access |
| Anti-siphon | Yes — robust SUV filler protection |
| Service portal | Nissan Service Box — Patrol global manual |
Misfuel risk High
Diesel variants use common-rail injection at very high pressure; petrol in diesel destroys pump lubrication and can contaminate the entire fuel circuit within seconds of running. Large tanks increase contaminated volume; dual-tank imports need both cells drained.
If the engine was not started
Drain all tank sections, replace filters, prime, leak-test under frame.
If the engine was started
High repair cost risk on common-rail diesel imports if petrol was run.
Access procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal and relieve fuel system pressure per OEM procedure.
- Access the in-tank fuel pump module via the manufacturer-specified route (access panel or tank lowering).
- Drain contaminated fuel using approved recovery equipment into suitable containers for hazardous waste duty of care.
- Inspect the tank, sender unit, and lines; replace the fuel filter and any contaminated flexible lines as required.
- Reassemble, refill with the correct fuel grade, prime the low-pressure circuit, and check for leaks before start.
- If the engine was run on wrong fuel, follow OEM guidance for high-pressure pump, rail, and injector inspection before restart.
Notes
- Confirm right-hand drive import spec and whether rear auxiliary tank is fitted.
Frequently asked questions
What should I do if I put petrol in my Nissan Patrol diesel?
Do not start the engine or turn the ignition on. Have the fuel extracted from the tank using OEM-prescribed access methods and dispose of contaminated fuel under your duty of care (Environmental Protection Act 1990). Use a GBIFDA-certified technician where possible.
Will Nissan warranty cover misfuel damage on a Patrol?
Nissan typically classifies wrong-fuel events as customer misuse, which is excluded from warranty. Repairs are usually funded by the driver, insurer, or breakdown cover subject to policy terms.
Can contaminated fuel be siphoned from a Nissan Patrol?
Most UK-market Nissan models have filler-neck anti-siphon features. OEM service information normally requires pump-module access or tank lowering rather than suction through the filler neck.
Does a Nissan Patrol need new injectors after misfuel?
If the engine was not started, draining, filtering, and line flush may be sufficient. If it was driven on wrong fuel, high-pressure pump and injector inspection or replacement is commonly required per OEM diagnostics.
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