NOOBIES: "I AM NEW HERE BUT HAVE A QUESTION" thread. Read FIRST post BEFORE posting!

[brwnNbrusd46]

Originally Posted by nicki

the stickies say how to find out what the trouble codes are. but i didn't see anything about clearing them. is there a special way the codes need to be cleared, maybe by the dealer only?
i've been having some trouble with my car. i had the transmission rebuilt. after driving it for a day the engine light came back on with the same transmission code. i called the shop & they said it could be that they weren't able to 'fully clear the code'. i will be taking the car in on monday to get looked at. i'm just wondering if the problem wasn't fixed or if their equipment is really not able to clear out the code. thanks
nicki

The only way to clear it is with a code reader that you've got to buy. If the idiot light returns, the problem hasn't been fixed.

[brwnNbrusd46]

What is a bbk?

[T Keck]

Originally Posted by brwnNbrusd46

What is a bbk?

big brake kit, try search next time

[brwnNbrusd46]

Ok thanks for clearing that up. I only figured that out after visiting the Stillen website. I'll search next time.

[brwnNbrusd46]

Can anyone tell me if there are major differences between a '95 and a '99 Maxima? Aside from the updated appearance.

[brwnNbrusd46]

I'm itchin to post a thread! Arrrrggh!

[brwnNbrusd46]

Open a thread sorry

[brwnNbrusd46]

is what i mean

[internetautomar]

Originally Posted by brwnNbrusd46

Can anyone tell me if there are major differences between a '95 and a '99 Maxima? Aside from the updated appearance.

99 got an immobilizer and has side airbags.

[craigism]

Hello, this is my first post and I could not start a thread so here is my question...

I can not get the headlight switch to click into the "on" position. The off and driving light works ok but the headlight on will not click or turn all the ways. It just springs back to the drivng light. Is the switch broken? Mt had light or hi-beams will not go on. The pull back will turn on the left hi-beem only. The fog lights will not turn on either. The turn signals work also.

I took out the switch and it looked good - not burnt. I want to order a new one but I need someone to confirm that their switch clicked into the on position. I'm assuming that there is no auto-off sensor.

Thanks.

[craigism]

I understand the 15 post rule but how do I help others if I'm new to Maxima? I will try but my posts might have to be more of the "good job" nature.

Either way will my question (prev. in this thread) get answered or do I need 15 posts first?

Thanks.

[craigism]

Originally Posted by brwnNbrusd46

I'm itchin to post a thread! Arrrrggh!

Did you get there yet?

[craigism]

My first Question:

Originally Posted by craigism

Hello, this is my first post and I could not start a thread so here is my question...

I can not get the headlight switch to click into the "on" position. The off and driving light works ok but the headlight on will not click or turn all the ways. It just springs back to the drivng light. Is the switch broken? Mt had light or hi-beams will not go on. The pull back will turn on the left hi-beem only. The fog lights will not turn on either. The turn signals work also.

I took out the switch and it looked good - not burnt. I want to order a new one but I need someone to confirm that their switch clicked into the on position. I'm assuming that there is no auto-off sensor.

Thanks.

New post (sorry I can not start a tread for 12 more posts):
If I get a miles gauge and replace the kilo. gauge will it work?

Thanks.

[The Wizard]

Originally Posted by internetautomar

99 got an immobilizer and has side airbags.

Some 98's have side airbags too. Mine does.

[The Wizard]

Originally Posted by craigism

Hello, this is my first post and I could not start a thread so here is my question...

I can not get the headlight switch to click into the "on" position. The off and driving light works ok but the headlight on will not click or turn all the ways. It just springs back to the drivng light. Is the switch broken? Mt had light or hi-beams will not go on. The pull back will turn on the left hi-beem only. The fog lights will not turn on either. The turn signals work also.

I took out the switch and it looked good - not burnt. I want to order a new one but I need someone to confirm that their switch clicked into the on position. I'm assuming that there is no auto-off sensor.

Thanks.

Sounds like your stalk needs replacing, but I'm just guessing. Relax bro, when someone knows the answer, they'll post up. How do you know your foglight bulbs are still good? As for the rt side high beam not working, to bulb could be bad since it's a dual filament bulb.

Originally Posted by craigism

My first Question:


New post (sorry I can not start a tread for 12 more posts):
If I get a miles gauge and replace the kilo. gauge will it work?

Thanks.

Huh? Did you import a Maxima from a different country or something?

[Frazee_97max]

has anyone ever heard of someone using 88-94 240sx struts and springs to lower their maxima? i was looking at my buddies new suspension and it looks exactly like the max's.

[craigism]

Originally Posted by The Wizard

Huh? Did you import a Maxima from a different country or something?

No I bought it in South FL, but many Canadians and other Snow Birds sell their cars here.

From reading many of the posts it does look like the the US and Canada gauges are interchangeable. I'm just trying to get confirmation before I buy the parts.

[craigism]

Originally Posted by The Wizard

How do you know your foglight bulbs are still good? As for the rt side high beam not working, to bulb could be bad since it's a dual filament bulb.

I do not know. I will know more after I replace the switch (by this weekend).
I will look at the fog bulbs to night and follow up. I ordered my switch with fog on ebay for $46 inc. shipping.

[craigism]

This is my 14th post. I have learned much and I think saved a buck or two. Thanks Maxima.org. I got to know the ropes with the while 15 post thing. I wanted to donate but then found that its $30 or nothing. Why not $5 or $10 options. If I use this forum more and it helps me I will pay the $30 and be happy about it but still I think there should be other options for donating or supporting.

Thanks.

[craigism]

Originally Posted by craigism

This is my 14th post. I have learned much and I think saved a buck or two. Thanks Maxima.org. I got to know the ropes with the while 15 post thing. I wanted to donate but then found that its $30 or nothing. Why not $5 or $10 options. If I use this forum more and it helps me I will pay the $30 and be happy about it but still I think there should be other options for donating or supporting.

Thanks.

15 official posts!

[Kilo15]

Ok, so my foglight flew out while driving down the road, and the lens got a big hole in it. Apparently one of the bolts wasnt in. So I bought a new foglight and it came with the bracket that goes around it. The thing is, I cant put in my new light cause the bolt that was in the original bracket (or whatever you call that metal thing you attach the light to) broke off. So now I either have to some how get the remaining bolt out, or replace the bracket. But how do I get the bracket out of the bumper? Do I have to take off the damn bumper? God, any simple task I try to do turns into some ****ed up ****.

[BLACK DEATH]

Couple of questions.
Is there a difference in the overdrive tranny ratio in an auto vs a 5 spd?
Or is the difference in the axel gears or? Sorry dont know much about fwd cars. Reason is I have a 99 auto but found a 99 5spd and it seemed to be revving higher in overdrive in the 5 spd compared to an auto.
Also is $6800 a good price for a 99 SE limited with 60k miles. Blk/blk leather, 5spd and pretty clean? Thanks guys

[The Wizard]

Originally Posted by BLACK DEATH

Also is $6800 a good price for a 99 SE limited with 60k miles. Blk/blk leather, 5spd and pretty clean? Thanks guys

I can answer your second question.
Assuming it has a clean carfax, and checks out mechanically, that's a fair price. I'd snag it in a heartbeat. Double check the mileage though, sounds a little fishy.

[The Wizard]

Originally Posted by gvrules518

bump just because i need 15 posts

Please don't whore this thread with useless crap (this applies to all n00bs). Go contribute something useful to the forums.....Thank you.

[B_Eaze]

yea, a lot of people have been whoring this thread so they can get 15 post and make a thread thats gonna get locked. ASK QUESTIONS HERE or search. thats what this thread is for

[craigism]

Originally Posted by The Wizard

Please don't whore this thread with useless crap (this applies to all n00bs). Go contribute something useful to the forums.....Thank you.

(lol the post preceding this one asks for the opposite)

That is really impossible for us noobs. For the most part we have never owned a Maxima, that is why we are new. The 15 post rule is to prevent spam bots. A noob can not add new useful info so that is why we have this thread, so not to clutter the main areas with the 15 junk posts. I for one, have made a effort to be helpful in most of my first 15 posts in the main forums and go slammed by dumb people that were more concerned that I might be trying to get to 15 rather than offering valuable information or asking real questions. To each his own but this forum is here to try to help others and that is what I plan to do.

[B_Eaze]

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