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Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
10-08-2011, 10:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,756
Posted By landover50

How to replace catalytic converters on '05

I ordered some eastern cats to replace my original cats. Once I got into it a little I ran into a couple hiccups and am wondering if anyone can help out.

First, my original cats have threads in...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-17-2011, 10:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 738
Posted By landover50

Tips on Replacing Cats

I just ordered some cats and will be replacing them next week ('05 Maxima SL). I've been looking at it trying to see what needs to be done. Are there any tips on the process? It seems like a few...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-15-2011, 07:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

I just had a mechanic friend look at the car....

I just had a mechanic friend look at the car. Confirmed the bad cats. But as for the noise, it seems it is a bad alternator or belt. Not related to the cats. Whew!!

I've been looking at cats...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-15-2011, 09:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

Yes, the 0420 was the only code coming up, at...

Yes, the 0420 was the only code coming up, at that time. I am checking it again tonight so we'll see if there is anything else.

I plan on replacing cats and O2 sensors. Will I need to replace...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-14-2011, 01:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

Thanks for the input. What are the reasons...

Thanks for the input.

What are the reasons my cat is going bad? Was it just time they go or are they known to have problems? I want to to fix the problem, not the symptoms. If there is something...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-14-2011, 10:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

But will it pass emissions with no cat?

But will it pass emissions with no cat?
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-14-2011, 06:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

GM_Traitor- That would be great Another...

GM_Traitor- That would be great

Another question. I was just looking online at cats. Is it okay to buy them online? Will they work okay? Do they have fittings for all the O2 sensors? Thanks...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-13-2011, 01:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

Also, is there any way to test a cat without...

Also, is there any way to test a cat without taking it into the shop?
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-13-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

I guess I should have mentioned that it did throw...

I guess I should have mentioned that it did throw an SES light. The SES light may have come up briefly after the noise started but has now come back constantly.
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-13-2011, 11:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

I have just read in other posts that the vacuum...

I have just read in other posts that the vacuum created when you start your engine can suck particles from the cat back into the engine and those metal shards can cause engine issues. I was just...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-13-2011, 08:13 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,185
Posted By landover50

Rotten Egg Smell, Engine noise and P0420 code

I have been reading quite extensively here and may have linked some issues and want some input.

I bought an '05 Maxima in '07 with 5k miles. I now have about 82K. From the beginning, I would...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 08:14 PM
Replies: 267
Views: 88,030
Posted By landover50

pushin 82k on my'05. Still have a ways to go

pushin 82k on my'05. Still have a ways to go
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 07:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,593
Posted By landover50

K&N is the best

K&N is the best
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 07:33 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 27,112
Posted By landover50

I have had the rotten egg smell for some time....

I have had the rotten egg smell for some time. Never really thought it was a problem. Now I am getting the P0420 code, which has to do with the cat. So it may be normal, but it seems that they made...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 07:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 19,198
Posted By landover50

I have had the rotten egg smell for some time. ...

I have had the rotten egg smell for some time. Now I am getting P0420 and a high sound coming from the engine. Could they be linked?
Forum: Fluids and Lubricants
09-12-2011, 07:21 PM
Replies: 441
Views: 230,345
Posted By landover50

Good info. I need to change my tranny fluid.

Good info. I need to change my tranny fluid.
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 07:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 20,134
Posted By landover50

Thanks for the "How to Bed" your brakes. Just...

Thanks for the "How to Bed" your brakes. Just recently changed mine and it helped. Thanks.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-12-2011, 07:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,470
Posted By landover50

Just something to think about: I have been...

Just something to think about: I have been advised not to do a flush because the flush can actually damage the tranny by forcing loose material back into the tranny.
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
09-12-2011, 07:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 149,998
Posted By landover50

Never thought about the rotors causing extra...

Never thought about the rotors causing extra stress on the calipers. Good point.
Forum: General Maxima Discussion
09-12-2011, 07:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,168
Posted By landover50

I've had the same issues for a while. I guess...

I've had the same issues for a while. I guess it's time to change some brakes!!!
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 07:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 35,459
Posted By landover50

Thanks for the pics. I've had this issue for a...

Thanks for the pics. I've had this issue for a while. Hopefully this will pin it down.
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 07:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,481
Posted By landover50

I have had this racket for a while. I always...

I have had this racket for a while. I always wondered if it was the exhaust. I'm going to get under and check it out. Thanks for the info.
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 06:51 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 45,188
Posted By landover50

I really don't want to steal anyones thread, but...

I really don't want to steal anyones thread, but I am new to the forum and don't have 15 posts. Although I do have a genuine problem with something similar to what is in this thread.

A while...
Forum: 6th Generation Maxima (2004-2008)
09-12-2011, 06:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,830
Posted By landover50

I have had this noise for quite some time. I...

I have had this noise for quite some time. I need to check this out. Thanks for the info.
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