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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-29-2024, 05:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 413
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Your side note question about the unplugged grey...

Your side note question about the unplugged grey connector on the battery side of the engine bay. May have once been connected to an electronic motor mount underneath the front of the engine. If so,...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-15-2024, 05:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,270
Posted By Ksnelgrove

I see you also have modified your valve body. Or...

I see you also have modified your valve body. Or did you install a big bore? I used a block off plate for awhile, eventually went back to stock. I was losing too much low end acceleration.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-08-2024, 05:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,270
Posted By Ksnelgrove

I’d be very interested what modifying you did on...

I’d be very interested what modifying you did on your UIM…
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
04-01-2024, 06:29 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 275
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Xmas in April. Thanks for the tip!

Xmas in April. Thanks for the tip!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-01-2024, 06:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 257
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Hard to tell from the pics but I think you’re...

Hard to tell from the pics but I think you’re talking about the crankshaft seal. Just had mine replaced. Lasted 20 yrs. If so, important to make sure the pulley is still in good shape. Inexpensive...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
03-25-2024, 05:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 275
Posted By Ksnelgrove

some amazing deals here. Anyone know an easy way...

some amazing deals here. Anyone know an easy way to discern parts that are 5th gen compatible?
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
01-01-2024, 04:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 337
Posted By Ksnelgrove

LESSON: always start with the simplest, most...

LESSON: always start with the simplest, most obvious culprit. Glad you didn’t go down some electrical rabbit hole.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-02-2023, 05:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 403
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Assuming you have the stock vias butterfly valve...

Assuming you have the stock vias butterfly valve on your plenum, then yes it should be plugged in, unless the butterfly valve is faulty in which you will have poor acceleration through some gears &...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-25-2023, 05:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 303
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Your fans are programmed to turn off / on based...

Your fans are programmed to turn off / on based on coolant temp, even when ac is on.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-11-2023, 06:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 486
Posted By Ksnelgrove

I’ve also had this happen when I quickly shifted...

I’ve also had this happen when I quickly shifted to park on level ground. On startup steering wheel would not unlock, ignition wouldn’t budge. Wrestled with it for an hour and gave up. Then realized...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-21-2023, 07:32 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,416
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Never tried a closed catch. Used a vented sys for...

Never tried a closed catch. Used a vented sys for years and works well, very little blowby overall. If you have yet, examine ALL your coils for oil. Yes it means pulling the plenum, but an important...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-14-2023, 06:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,416
Posted By Ksnelgrove

My 03 5.5 has same mileage, similar consumption,...

My 03 5.5 has same mileage, similar consumption, vented catch can. I use BG 109 and MOA to help with seals / rings. Not sure if it really makes a difference. Make sure tube seals aren’t leaking,...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-14-2023, 05:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 423
Posted By Ksnelgrove

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0327_621205ea1e712bb994405c75a14329d92c630ef5.jpeg
I have your twin, also in Atlanta, maybe I’ll see ya round 😉
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-19-2023, 07:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 681
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Experienced the exact same thing on my 5.5 some...

Experienced the exact same thing on my 5.5 some yrs ago, replace all 3 cps and problem fixed with ONE caveat. DONT buy aftermarket, must be hitachi.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-17-2023, 05:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 291
Posted By Ksnelgrove

P0447 P0455 EVAP CODEs HELP

I bench tested the canister vent valve and the purge solenoid valve and they BOTH open/close with 12 volts power. Hoses seem to be in good shape, nothing obvious that is. Undercarriage of my car is...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-20-2023, 05:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 320
Posted By Ksnelgrove

So impressed you clock 300k on the original...

So impressed you clock 300k on the original engine.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-20-2023, 05:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 510
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Love the visual documentation, what’s the overall...

Love the visual documentation, what’s the overall plan here?
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
12-12-2022, 05:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 32,704
Posted By Ksnelgrove

:laugh:

:laugh:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-21-2022, 06:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 423
Posted By Ksnelgrove

I agree w/Uptown, did mine a few years ago. ...

I agree w/Uptown, did mine a few years ago. Simplest mod in the world and idle is solid and smooth.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-14-2022, 05:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 423
Posted By Ksnelgrove

You’re right, 120k is very low for a bad CAT. ...

You’re right, 120k is very low for a bad CAT. Look for underlying prob. 5th gen VQ 3.5s are oil burners. Carbon buildup may be fouling your cats. Lots of posts about it.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-07-2022, 06:58 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,392
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Probably (2) of the most comprehensive vids on...

Probably (2) of the most comprehensive vids on removing plenum & rear valve cover, the most complicated parts of the procedure.
1. ...
Forum: Garage and Workshop
11-07-2022, 06:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,666
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Get rid of the airbox mess altogether. Replace...

Get rid of the airbox mess altogether. Replace with a CAI: Not expensive: 02-06 Nissan Altima / 04-05 Maxima 3.5L V6 Cold Air Intake - Red (protuninglab.com) ...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-08-2022, 05:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,138
Posted By Ksnelgrove

With that many miles, and the carbon build up you...

With that many miles, and the carbon build up you described, dollars to donuts your have one or more clogged cats, and exhaust back flowing.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-01-2022, 06:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 426
Posted By Ksnelgrove

Common problem. There's a reset button inside...

Common problem. There's a reset button inside the armrest. No too difficult to access, but will require some disassembly. There's a vid on YouTube that shows how to do it. Once you reset, issue...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-04-2022, 06:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 680
Posted By Ksnelgrove

To remove the large bolt to access the REAR...

To remove the large bolt to access the REAR mount, I remember having to come through the driver wheel well with a lonnnnng a@@ extension to get a socket on it. Use pb blaster or heat, it’s likely...
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