5th Gen "I AM NEW HERE BUT HAVE A QUESTION" thread - Page 65

hokie1525 · 08-01-2007, 12:42 PM

I suppose I could put the old stereo back and see if the light goes off. It just seems like a big coincidence to me so I was wondering if others have noticed this problem.

*Bufflomike* · 08-01-2007, 01:59 PM

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Originally Posted by hokie1525

I suppose I could put the old stereo back and see if the light goes off. It just seems like a big coincidence to me so I was wondering if others have noticed this problem.

Go to Autozone and have them pull the code and then we can tell exactly what the problem is. It may be your stereo has so much base you are kicking off the knock sensor code...

hokie1525 · 08-01-2007, 05:02 PM

Ok. I took it to Autozone. The code came up P0011 and P0021. They are "Camshaft Position Actuator A - Bank 1" and "Bank 2" respectively. "Timing Over - Advan."

I had him erase the code. I then drove home (about 3 miles) without the radio. The warning did not reappear. I'm going to drive without the radio in the morning and see if it comes on. If not, my guess is the poster above was right...some loud bass during my testing of the unit may have triggered a sensor to register a bad number. So I guess I have to limit my bass in the future...

*irish44j* · 08-01-2007, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by hokie1525

Ok. I took it to Autozone. The code came up P0011 and P0021. They are "Camshaft Position Actuator A - Bank 1" and "Bank 2" respectively. "Timing Over - Advan."

I had him erase the code. I then drove home (about 3 miles) without the radio. The warning did not reappear. I'm going to drive without the radio in the morning and see if it comes on. If not, my guess is the poster above was right...some loud bass during my testing of the unit may have triggered a sensor to register a bad number. So I guess I have to limit my bass in the future...

We don't bass here in Fairfax anyways

*MetalBlueMaxx* · 08-01-2007, 06:54 PM

----------irish44j

Hey, I got the ES FSB bushings you suggested..

To change em out there wasn't enough room for me to break the nuts with a socket, what do I do? You could remove the subframe bracket.. don't tell me I have to do that for 2 bushings..

*irish44j* · 08-01-2007, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by MetalBlueMaxx

----------irish44j

Hey, I got the ES FSB bushings you suggested..

To change em out there wasn't enough room for me to break the nuts with a socket, what do I do? You could remove the subframe bracket.. don't tell me I have to do that for 2 bushings..

what do you mean there isn't room?

I'm pretty sure I used a socket....maybe you need a smaller one

or just use box-end wrench with another one flipped over on the end as a cheater for leverage....

The bolts aren't really very tight. Douse them in PB blaster and you shouldn't have any trouble breaking them free.

tsk808 · 08-02-2007, 10:26 AM

From this link: http://forums.maxima.org/showthread....193#post548193

The writeup talks about a scanner. I just want to tap an LED in there. I know the yellow/red is 12V when ign is OFF. Do I use the black wire on the harness for my negative lead?

ty

*MetalBlueMaxx* · 08-02-2007, 02:39 PM

Yeah I have really bad tools with lots of play Lol. I didn't think of the wrench.. I"ll try that. Thx. PB blaster.. who needs PB blaster. Yeah ok.. I'll go pick some up. Thanks for the advice woo FSB bushings, new boots, cut bumps, and new strut bearings my car is going to float

SE My 6sp · 08-02-2007, 05:58 PM

just wanted to know if the Skyline R32 front brake calipers are the same as the 300zx calipers and could be used in the maxima bbks like the blehmco kit. they look similar in design and structure but the R32's ar a bit beefier

imported_eddie_D · 08-02-2007, 09:02 PM

I can't seem to find a write up on how to install reverse indigo glow gauges.
Anyone have any pointers? I know how to take the cluster out and thats about all. I don't want to flush mount the switch just, put in the gauges. I have an 01 maxima. and the gauges look like this

Any help would be appreciated.

*Bufflomike* · 08-03-2007, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by eddie_D

I can't seem to find a write up on how to install reverse indigo glow gauges.
Anyone have any pointers? I know how to take the cluster out and thats about all. I don't want to flush mount the switch just, put in the gauges. I have an 01 maxima. and the gauges look like this

Any help would be appreciated.

Hey where did you get those because I bought my car with them:

sirjinx21jay · 08-03-2007, 12:48 PM

Can someone tell me how to replace the spark plugs in my car it's a 2000 SE Max????

Jay

*NmexMAX* · 08-03-2007, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by sirjinx21jay

Can someone tell me how to replace the spark plugs in my car it's a 2000 SE Max????

Jay

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2076435/5

sirjinx21jay · 08-03-2007, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by NmexMAX

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2076435/5

Thanks im going to check it out now.....

sirjinx21jay · 08-03-2007, 01:08 PM

Now how hard is it to do this cause it looks easy but i dont want to be fooled by the pics.....

*NmexMAX* · 08-03-2007, 01:24 PM

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Originally Posted by sirjinx21jay

Now how hard is it to do this cause it looks easy but i dont want to be fooled by the pics.....

Follow the instructions it's not that hard.

sirjinx21jay · 08-03-2007, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by NmexMAX

Follow the instructions it's not that hard.

Oh ok....i will do that.... now i have to find a place that sells the ignition coils at a good price....lol

*NmexMAX* · 08-03-2007, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by sirjinx21jay

Oh ok....i will do that.... now i have to find a place that sells the ignition coils at a good price....lol

BTW, you don't need to repalce the coils if they're not bad. You can, if you want to, only repalce the plugs.

sirjinx21jay · 08-03-2007, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by NmexMAX

BTW, you don't need to repalce the coils if they're not bad. You can, if you want to, only repalce the plugs.

i thought that i should do that cause i just bought the car in march of this year and the check engine light comes on and off periodically and the p120 code reads all the time so i was just trying to take baby steps at correcting the issue with what time and resources i have so i was wondering why not change them cause i dont know who did what on this car before i bought it and the dealership where i got the car from is being really "tight-lip" (lol) about the maintenance done to the car.......they probably do not know.... lol

*NmexMAX* · 08-03-2007, 01:55 PM

In that case, it's a good idea.

imported_eddie_D · 08-03-2007, 02:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Bufflomike

Hey where did you get those because I bought my car with them:

http://www.procarparts.com/store-det...0MX%2D12041RGX

Anyone?

Sadida · 08-03-2007, 05:24 PM

what are the cheapest and/or easiest performance mods for a 5th gen auto?

*SoonerFan* · 08-03-2007, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Sadida

what are the cheapest and/or easiest performance mods for a 5th gen auto?

3.0 (00-01) or 3.5 (02-03)?
the answer is in the stickies.
if you have specific questions about a specific mod, post here for more information.

*SoonerFan* · 08-04-2007, 05:47 AM

bump...so people who cant remove their MAF wire harness realize the correct thread for newbies questions

ageezee · 08-04-2007, 12:42 PM

I have new clear marker lights and all the links in the stickies with directions to swap them out are dead....anyone know where a good tutorial is?? I don't have a manual so i'm not sure if it tells you in there or not..2000 GLE

*NmexMAX* · 08-04-2007, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ageezee

I don't have a manual so i'm not sure if it tells you in there or not..2000 GLE

http://www.courtesyparts.com/nissan-manual/index.html

BamaMule · 08-04-2007, 12:52 PM

Anybody know where i can go to find a list of the original colors that the '03 came in?

ageezee · 08-04-2007, 01:17 PM

thanks!!!!!!!

SE My 6sp · 08-04-2007, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SE My 6sp

just wanted to know if the Skyline R32 front brake calipers are the same as the 300zx calipers and could be used in the maxima bbks like the blehmco kit. they look similar in design and structure but the R32's ar a bit beefier

anyone know about the skyline calipers

*SoonerFan* · 08-04-2007, 02:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ageezee

I have new clear marker lights and all the links in the stickies with directions to swap them out are dead....anyone know where a good tutorial is?? I don't have a manual so i'm not sure if it tells you in there or not..2000 GLE

*SoonerFan* · 08-04-2007, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by BamaMule

Anybody know where i can go to find a list of the original colors that the '03 came in?

some answers can be found with google

http://www.carsdirect.com/2003/nissan/maxima/colors

jkmorgan3max02 · 08-06-2007, 07:52 AM

Has anyone replaced the Power Steering high pressure hose on an 02? I need suggestions for getting to the lower side for replacement.

Brunt182 · 08-06-2007, 08:35 AM

Any ideas on how to remove a stuck spark plug socket that is in the chamber? I have tried everything to get it out. My only hope is to wait for the car to cool off a bit, then try to go at it again. The wrench extension just won't hold on to the socket.

SexiMaxSE · 08-06-2007, 09:34 AM

Hows it going... Since its obvious that the whole Helios HID thing didnt work out too well for some folks(my apologies to all who got burned), Is there another company out there who offers HID kits for an 02 SE.. Headlights and Fogs?

*alicious* · 08-06-2007, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by SexiMaxSE

Hows it going... Since its obvious that the whole Helios HID thing didnt work out too well for some folks(my apologies to all who got burned), Is there another company out there who offers HID kits for an 02 SE.. Headlights and Fogs?

Several in the GD section
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=515274
WTB: Stock 02 16" wheel
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=518750

imported_eddie_D · 08-06-2007, 10:59 AM

Quick question whats the bulb size for the map light and the dome light. For a 2001 Se. I remember readint it somewhere, just can't find it again. Thanks in advance.

*KRRZ350* · 08-06-2007, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Brunt182

Any ideas on how to remove a stuck spark plug socket that is in the chamber? I have tried everything to get it out. My only hope is to wait for the car to cool off a bit, then try to go at it again. The wrench extension just won't hold on to the socket.

Is it stuck on the plug or in the chamber? If it's stuck on the plug than yes, and it's going to sound so simple...... Unscrew the plug, take it all back out, and tightly wrap electrical tape around the socket and extension, if it is stuck in the chamber you will need the assistance of some really really long needle nose pliers.

kevinhcraig · 08-06-2007, 11:16 AM

I have a 2003 Maxima and recently installed a trailer hitch. Does anyonehave any idea what the maximum towing capacity is? I am trying to keep it below 1500 lbs.

NJYTHRD · 08-06-2007, 12:17 PM

I was looking at all the good upgrades and suggestions on the other threads , but my question is -- has any body stayed stock and bought rotors from NAPA.....? and if so were they up to par? (with the ceramic pads..)

thanks for the input.....

SexiMaxSE · 08-06-2007, 12:24 PM

thank u Alicious... That helped alot.. I appreciate it.