1.5L VC-Turbo Engine Complete Assembly for 2024-2025 Nissan Rogue

A quick look at your own vehicle makes sure the right engine shows up:

• Check your VIN's 1st Digit (Build Country): Confirm the first digit of your VIN is 1, 4, or 5 (indicating US built).
• Check your VIN's 4th Digit (Engine Code): Confirm that the 4th digit of your 17-digit VIN is 'B'.
• Confirm your Drivetrain (FWD vs AWD): Verify whether your vehicle is Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD) to transfer correct brackets.
• Inspect your Turbocharger: Confirm that your existing turbocharger is in perfect working order before planning to transfer it.

What the install really takes — plan and budget with confidence:

Special tools this job needs:

• Nissan Multi-Purpose Tool Set (OEM Part # 99501-6FV0A or 99501-6RR0A)
• High-end OBD2 diagnostic scanner capable of performing Nissan-specific electronic throttle relearns and ECM calibrations
• Precision torque wrench

Budget for these consumables at install:

• Engine Oil (5.0 quarts of SAE 0W-20 full synthetic motor oil)
• Genuine Nissan oil filter (Part # 15208-65F1B or 15208-65F1A)
• Genuine Nissan Blue Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant
• New intake manifold gasket
• New exhaust manifold gasket
• New turbocharger mounting gaskets/washers
• New OE-spec iridium spark plugs
• New oil drain plug crush washer/gasket

What your vehicle’s computers will need after the swap:

What’s involved: Engine Control Module (ECM) software update/calibration, Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning, Idle Air Volume Learning, and Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Variation Relearn.

A Nissan CONSULT-III Plus or an equivalent high-end professional diagnostic scan tool is required to perform these calibrations. The vehicle will not idle or run correctly without completing the throttle body and crankshaft relearn procedures.

Pro tips for a smooth first start-up — hand them to whoever does the install:

• The Plastic Oil Pan Trap (TSB NTB22-003): The lower oil pan is plastic with a metal threaded insert. NEVER tighten the drain plug past 25 ft-lbs (33.5 N·m) or the insert will spin out.
• Turbocharger Transfer: Since this engine is sold 'less turbo,' you must transfer your original turbocharger. Ensure all oil feed and return lines are thoroughly flushed of any debris from the previous engine failure.
• Variable Compression Actuator Sensitivity: The VC-Turbo system relies on an external actuator motor that controls the multi-link mechanism inside the block. Do not drop, bang, or manually force this actuator.
• AWD Transfer Case Alignment: If your Rogue is AWD, carefully align and transfer the Power Take-Off (PTU) / transfer case. Ensure splines are clean, lubricated with OE-spec grease, and seals are replaced.
• Check for Recall Completion: Since this is a used engine from a 2025 model, the installing technician should ensure the vehicle's ECM has the latest software from Nissan after the swap.

Easy to get right once you know them:

• Ordering for a Japan-Built Rogue: Buying this US-built engine for a Japan-built vehicle (VIN starting with 'J').
• Reusing Contaminated Turbocharger Oil Lines: Reusing these components without a meticulous flush or replacement will feed metal debris directly into your new engine, instantly voiding your warranty.
• Over-torquing the Oil Drain Plug: Reusing the old drain plug gasket or using an impact gun on the plastic oil pan.
• Skipping the ECM Relearns: Attempting to drive the vehicle immediately after physical installation without performing the electronic throttle and crankshaft relearns.
• Ignoring the 'Less Turbo' Note: Failing to plan for transferring or sourcing a turbocharger.

Not issues with the units on this page — the manufacturer documented these for every engine of this family, wherever you buy one. Handy for your installer: