2012 Nissan Xterra Ignition Parts

This table covers the sensors that report camshaft position to the ECU. Typical signs include a stall, a no-start, or a code for cam or crank correlation. Check the connector and the reluctor gap before replacing the sensor. Read more

32 Camshaft Position Sensor parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra come from 17 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ASTEMO / HITACHI, WALKER PRODUCTS and 14 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK907716. Grades run from Economy through Standard Replacement; Standard Replacement is the most populated section, led by ASTEMO / HITACHI, DELPHI, WALKER PRODUCTS and 6 other brands.

This table covers the sensors that report crankshaft position and engine speed. Typical signs include a stall, a no-start, or a code for cam or crank correlation. Check the connector and the reluctor gap before replacing the sensor. Read more

18 Crankshaft Position Sensor parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra come from 16 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER PRODUCTS, DORMAN and 13 other brands. The "Popular" part is ASTEMO / HITACHI CPS0017.

The Economy section lists 8 options from DORMAN, FAMOUS BRAND, HOLSTEIN and 5 other brands — the catalog's value-priced group. DORMAN 907795 is listed in this group.

The Full Service Kit section lists 1 option from WALKER PRODUCTS — grouped under the catalog's "Full Service Kit" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. WALKER PRODUCTS 23591277 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, ASTEMO / HITACHI, DELPHI, NTK and 6 other brands supply 9 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is ASTEMO / HITACHI CPS0017.

This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off. Read more

21 Ignition Coil parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra come from 17 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WALKER PRODUCTS, SKP and 14 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SKIC013.

The Economy section: 9 options from SKP, ULTRA-POWER, AUTOTECNICA and 6 other brands. SKP SKIC013 is listed in this group.

The Full Service Kit section: 1 option from WALKER PRODUCTS. WALKER PRODUCTS 92192023 is listed in this group.

In the Premium grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ASTEMO / HITACHI and DELPHI supply 4 parts: a step above OE specification in materials, tolerances or warranty terms. A representative part number is ASTEMO / HITACHI IGC0006.

Standard Replacement: 7 parts, from WALKER PRODUCTS, DENSO, BECK/ARNLEY and 3 other brands. A representative part number is DENSO 6734023.

This table covers the lock cylinders in the ignition switch. Read more

4 Ignition Lock Cylinder parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra come from 3 brands — WELLS, LOCKSMART and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

The Economy section: 1 option from LOCKSMART. LOCKSMART LC64990 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from WELLS and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS US452L.

Listed part numbers: LOCKSMART LC64990, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS US452L and WELLS 4H1740, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine. Read more

13 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Xterra, from NGK, DENSO, CHAMPION and 3 other brands. CHAMPION 446 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Copper / Nickel grade, CHAMPION supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is CHAMPION 446.

The Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 8 options from DENSO, NGK, BOSCH and 2 other brands — grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 4469 is listed in this group.

In the Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel) grade, ACDELCO, DENSO and NGK supply 3 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Platinum (lasts up to 2x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO 20.

In the Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability) grade, NGK supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "Ruthenium (maximum durability & ignitability)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is NGK 96355.

This table covers the silicone and rubber boots that insulate the coil-to-plug spark path. Typical signs include a misfire in the rain, carbon tracking on the boot, or a snap when you pop the coil off. Replace boots as a set on a high-mileage engine; one cracked boot will take the coil with it. Read more

6 Spark Plug / Ignition Coil Boot parts for the 2012 Nissan Xterra come from 6 brands — WALKER PRODUCTS, NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is NGK 58913.

The Economy section: 1 option from WALKER PRODUCTS. WALKER PRODUCTS 900P2049 is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 5 parts, from NGK, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ACDELCO and 2 other brands. A representative part number is NGK 58913.

Part numbers include NGK 58913, WALKER PRODUCTS 900P2049 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SPP51E, among others listed above.

This table covers the seals at the Spark Plug Tube. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

This group shows a single part: APEX AES508.