Nissan Qashqai J11 1.6 DIG-T Carbon Build-Up
The 1.6 DIG-T direct injection petrol engine in J11 Qashqai accumulates carbon on intake valves as fuel does not wash them. Rough idle and hesitation above 60,000 miles. Walnut blasting costs £300-500.
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