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my car need new brake pads . it been stock ever since(2000-2007) including the brake disc. should i go with the stock pad at the dealership or is there other pad out that are good for my car? i see ppl are choosing the hawk hps is that better than the stock? also what type of Brembo brake disc to use cause there are alot of type?
Okey, I'm a total newbie to Maximas. I have a modded Grand Prix GTP right now and I'm looking to buy a 5th gen Maxima as a daily driver. I have a few questions.
-I will most likely be buying an 02-03 with the 3.5 engine but if I find a good deal on an 01 I'll settle with it. Is the 3.0 engine any less reliable than the 3.5?
-I'll probable be buying one with a stick shift, but again if I find an automatic for the right price. How reliable are the auto transmissions in these cars?
-Any silly annoying common problems with these cars?
Okey, I'm a total newbie to Maximas. I have a modded Grand Prix GTP right now and I'm looking to buy a 5th gen Maxima as a daily driver. I have a few questions.
-I will most likely be buying an 02-03 with the 3.5 engine but if I find a good deal on an 01 I'll settle with it. Is the 3.0 engine any less reliable than the 3.5?
-I'll probable be buying one with a stick shift, but again if I find an automatic for the right price. How reliable are the auto transmissions in these cars?
-Any silly annoying common problems with these cars?
Thanks.
The 3.0 is known to be more reliable in a sense. The 3.5 has been known to burn oil but both motors good. MAF sensors go bad on 02's sometimes, coilpacks go bad. Others will add more.
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Need details of this. Are you sure you didn't get water into anything?
This means you have a misfire(multiple cylinder).
Why not check the 3 rear?
This portion of your post seems to point to a MAF problem.
Check the cam sensor (specs)
They may have already been bad.
Stop with the theory making and just check and see what codes are popping up.
Let me say I am a dumbass for refering to the coils as "wires". To be honest, none of my other VQ's ever had any engine problems. I changed the oil, plugs, filters, O2 sensors on my 01, but that was it.
No, I didnt spray my engine down, I just had a damp rag and wiped the engine cover, and the air intake. I made sure not to touch any wires or plugs.
I didnt check the 3 rear coils because it was already 11:30pm and I wouldve had to take off the manifold and collectors, which I didnt have time for. Plus, I didnt touch them in the first place, so I didnt think that was the problem.
The codes I pulled were
1- Multiple cylander misfire (pending)
2- Timing overadvanced (Bank 2 )
3- Camshaft sensor
4- Vacuum leak (Large)
*That was a cracked gas cap, which I replaced
But now, none of the codes are pending, and the idle is smooth. Is it possible that by me resetting the ECU that the computer is now compensating for the misfire? I thought that was a long shot because I dont think that if I was only producing power with 5 cylinders, that It would run as smooth as it does now at idle and under acceleration and highway speeds.
Let me say I am a dumbass for refering to the coils as "wires". To be honest, none of my other VQ's ever had any engine problems. I changed the oil, plugs, filters, O2 sensors on my 01, but that was it.
No, I didnt spray my engine down, I just had a damp rag and wiped the engine cover, and the air intake. I made sure not to touch any wires or plugs.
I didnt check the 3 rear coils because it was already 11:30pm and I wouldve had to take off the manifold and collectors, which I didnt have time for. Plus, I didnt touch them in the first place, so I didnt think that was the problem.
The codes I pulled were
1- Multiple cylander misfire (pending)
2- Timing overadvanced (Bank 2 )
3- Camshaft sensor
4- Vacuum leak (Large)
*That was a cracked gas cap, which I replaced
But now, none of the codes are pending, and the idle is smooth. Is it possible that by me resetting the ECU that the computer is now compensating for the misfire? I thought that was a long shot because I dont think that if I was only producing power with 5 cylinders, that It would run as smooth as it does now at idle and under acceleration and highway speeds.
Never mind guys, (and gals ) Today my ses light turned itself off and the car runs great. Maybe it was the humidity when I did all this, because about 5 min after I plugged everything back in and went on my way, It started pouring like hell. Either that or it was the Magical Maxima Fairy who fixed it......
I am looking for LED bulbs for a few things in my interior, but i am having a hard time locating the model numbers... I have looked up almost every lighting application guide, but still no help. When i call or go to a Nissan dealer, they just give me an internal part number... no help!!!
can anyone else help???
These are the ones i'm looking for...
1) ashtray light
2) glovebox light
3) sunvisor/vanity mirror lights
4) front map lights (not the dome... already got that one)
5) instrument cluster/dash lights & how many are there???
Can anyone please tell me if if there is someone/place where i can have my angel eyes done, i'm talking about the ones were you have to baked the headlamps and all that good stuff. Anybody in Northern New jersey. A place that doesnt cost an arm and a leg, i went to this place on route 22 they wanted like between $300 and $400 dollars for them. I've had this light sitting in my living room collecting dust for a year anybody please
One thing that I've been wondering in my two weeks of driving is if there's any simple ways to improve gas mileage? It's an 02 with 55k on it and I'm thinking about doing the fuel filter fairly soon and any other suggestions?
Second thing is the in-cabin microfilter. I took out the factory and cleaned it for temporary use. Would you guys suggest getting another factory filter (non-rubber edges) or go for the 2 piece filter? Also what does it mean by carbon activated? I did a quick search and found nothing that explains that one.
One thing that I've been wondering in my two weeks of driving is if there's any simple ways to improve gas mileage? It's an 02 with 55k on it and I'm thinking about doing the fuel filter fairly soon and any other suggestions?
Second thing is the in-cabin microfilter. I took out the factory and cleaned it for temporary use. Would you guys suggest getting another factory filter (non-rubber edges) or go for the 2 piece filter? Also what does it mean by carbon activated? I did a quick search and found nothing that explains that one.
It'll be a little easier if you have a 6-speed, just dont let the revs go above 2500 before you shift. I routienly go 45-50 in sixth and reset my trip computer, I get 31mpg (That's if it doesnt lie, which I think it does a little)
I dont know if the in-cabin microfilter would make a difference. But that is just my .02
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Can anyone please tell me if if there is someone/place where i can have my angel eyes done, i'm talking about the ones were you have to baked the headlamps and all that good stuff. Anybody in Northern New jersey. A place that doesnt cost an arm and a leg, i went to this place on route 22 they wanted like between $300 and $400 dollars for them. I've had this light sitting in my living room collecting dust for a year anybody please
One thing that I've been wondering in my two weeks of driving is if there's any simple ways to improve gas mileage? It's an 02 with 55k on it and I'm thinking about doing the fuel filter fairly soon and any other suggestions?
Properly inflated tires, PCV valve, O2 sensors, clean air filter.
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Second thing is the in-cabin microfilter. I took out the factory and cleaned it for temporary use. Would you guys suggest getting another factory filter (non-rubber edges) or go for the 2 piece filter? Also what does it mean by carbon activated? I did a quick search and found nothing that explains that one.
Well my filter is a little bit beyond the possibility of saving by a good cleaning. Anyone have any preference the straight up factory one or the two piece?
My kind warranty just replaced the 02 sensors which made a big difference. I'll go threw the other ones tommorow and see how they're looking.
Well my filter is a little bit beyond the possibility of saving by a good cleaning. Anyone have any preference the straight up factory one or the two piece?
My kind warranty just replaced the 02 sensors which made a big difference. I'll go threw the other ones tommorow and see how they're looking.
the factory one IS a 2-piece....
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the factory is one piece paper.
the replacement one you buy is two piece and carbon activated.
nissan decided the paper one sucked and started making a better one.
that "increased output" stuff is garbage. They are 60W bulbs and that's what they put out. You can't put out more than you consume! It's just a marketing ploy.
So to answer your question: yes, you will be fine with them and do not need a new harness.
Oh, they put out more, which is why the bulb starts melting after a few dozen hours of use.
But I agree with you, they are garbage. And blinding to oncoming drivers as well.
This might be one of the dumbest things I'm ever going to ask.
Do you think spraying cologne on it would affect the filters performance? lol
For those of us that like a certain smell during driving I'm wondering where I could spray to keep good flow of smell in the car to last the longest between sprays.
This might be one of the dumbest things I'm ever going to ask.
Do you think spraying cologne on it would affect the filters performance? lol
For those of us that like a certain smell during driving I'm wondering where I could spray to keep good flow of smell in the car to last the longest between sprays.
Other people have done it, but "stale" cologne=
I just Febreezed it.
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the factory is one piece paper.
the replacement one you buy is two piece and carbon activated.
nissan decided the paper one sucked and started making a better one.
Is it true that when i get out of my car and lock it via keyless entry and the blinkers flash twice there is a mechanical problem i need to discover?
Mine does that normally. Not sure if there is a mechanical issue at all I thought it was normal. My 96 did the same thing. I believe you can set it to either flash twice or beep, but I am unsure how.
I believe you can set it to either flash twice or beep
That's true. Hold down the lock/unlock buttons on the fob for a few seconds to alternate between the 2. You can also roll up/down your windows by inserting your key into the door, and performing a turn & hold procedure. Where either direction either rolls them up or down. Try it and see.
Only for 02/03 models.
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Are 5th and 6th countershaft gears or is 5th a direct mainshaft gear?
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Can some explain this ...
Here is the story:
10 minutes after I parked car I got smoke under the hood. I was afraid that whole car will burn but eventualy smoke stopped. Could not start the car.Towed to dealeship and they found that chip burned out on my EC module. I checked the price for ECU and it is more less same in different dealerships (around $900).
Also they mentioned that I have to replace part which is in charge for quiet/steady operation of engine itself (engine mounts my guess!?) and that this part caused all trouble shorting the wire and blowing the chip.
Does this story make a sense?
What could cause this? Is it just part got older or any other issues caused this? Is this usual problem on maximas?
I saw some wires on engine mounts: http://market.autopartsfair.com/niss...ine_mechanical
Any info how this system works?
Thank you!
Nissan Maxima 2001 GXE
talking to a service manager, he said that for some reason, electronic motor mounts burn out ECUs. he said they usually unplug them to prevent it and the customer cant tell the difference. when he installed my new ECU, he was gonna unplug them before he realized mine arent electric.
talking to a service manager, he said that for some reason, electronic motor mounts burn out ECUs. he said they usually unplug them to prevent it and the customer cant tell the difference. when he installed my new ECU, he was gonna unplug them before he realized mine arent electric.
Hi Soonerfan. Thanks for respond! Do you have idea what is "some reason" . I think that this is completely stupid engineered if engine mount wearing-out could burn ECU!?
Hi Soonerfan. Thanks for respond! Do you have idea what is "some reason" . I think that this is completely stupid engineered if engine mount wearing-out could burn ECU!?
he said he didnt know why but he has gotten cars with bad ECU and the motor mounts had gone bad.
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Quick question I'm doing the whole 60k tune up (spark plugs, fuel filter, O ring, PCV valve, radiator flush, tranny fluid change, in cabin microfilter) and shopped around for spark plugs trying to find the best price. So going on a recommendation I found on the forum http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....80#post2815980
I just got my loaded 2002 6spd LSD Maxima about a week ago and I have been loving every minute of it. This car has been a dream car for me since it came out and due to my sister totaling my Mazda6 (sis is ok) I know have my dream car. I plan on posting some pics of the car once I get around to detailing it. However in the mean time and have a few noob questions.
First what should I do if I want to make it bi-xenon. Do i need to buy a bi-xenon kit or will buying projectors just for the brights and keeping the OEM ones work. Also what size do i need?
Second I am thinking about getting the windows lightly tinted (35% gray/titanium) and was wondering how much it normally costs. I have a quote for 340 from a reputable place.
Finally one of the bulbs for the heated seat switch dose not work. What type of bulb/led will work and is there any guide on how to do it?
Thanks in advance and I look forward to being a part of this community.
I just got my loaded 2002 6spd LSD Maxima about a week ago and I have been loving every minute of it. This car has been a dream car for me since it came out and due to my sister totaling my Mazda6 (sis is ok) I know have my dream car. I plan on posting some pics of the car once I get around to detailing it. However in the mean time and have a few noob questions.
First what should I do if I want to make it bi-xenon. Do i need to buy a bi-xenon kit or will buying projectors just for the brights and keeping the OEM ones work. Also what size do i need?
Second I am thinking about getting the windows lightly tinted (35% gray/titanium) and was wondering how much it normally costs. I have a quote for 340 from a reputable place.
Finally one of the bulbs for the heated seat switch dose not work. What type of bulb/led will work and is there any guide on how to do it?
Thanks in advance and I look forward to being a part of this community.
1. There are a couple of threads about the lighting kits, I do think they have different way's of doing it. The best way would be to get some ballasts and xenons, but that way, of course, is the most expensive way. If you do a search you should find plenty of info on the subject.
2. 340 sounds a little high, but if they are reputable, then I say go for it. Trust me, You get what you pay for when you pay for tinting But, of course there is a limit. I would ask what kind of tint they will be applying, and if they are really good, should have more than 3 types of tinting, not just color
3, I have no idea lol. I would never even think one of those things would ever burn out. I'm sure someone else knows....
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Quick question I'm doing the whole 60k tune up (spark plugs, fuel filter, O ring, PCV valve, radiator flush, tranny fluid change, in cabin microfilter) and shopped around for spark plugs trying to find the best price. So going on a recommendation I found on the forum http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....80#post2815980
So nobody likes using the copper? I read the whole spark plug discussion and a few like the copper especially for the price, I was trying to economize the plugs a little bit so a no go on copper?
So nobody likes using the copper? I read the whole spark plug discussion and a few like the copper especially for the price, I was trying to economize the plugs a little bit so a no go on copper?
has nothing to do with "liking". it has to do with using the correct ones for the engine.
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) Today my ses light turned itself off and the car runs great. Maybe it was the humidity when I did all this, because about 5 min after I plugged everything back in and went on my way, It started pouring like hell. Either that or it was the Magical Maxima Fairy who fixed it......
mine didn't come with one standard. All I've ever used is the 2-pc that I bought from Nissan.
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