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Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-04-2013, 11:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 763
Posted By ddcoons

Problem resolved...for now

The dealer swapped out the ECU and the engine no longer would start. I had warned him of this, but the dealer told the shop that this car should not have the security system.

So they put the old...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
03-01-2013, 06:06 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 763
Posted By ddcoons

Definitely not copper. I'm pretty sure I used...

Definitely not copper. I'm pretty sure I used platinum NGK's, but would have to take one out at this point to be sure.


I found that it was too late to cancel the ECU replacement without having...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
02-28-2013, 10:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 763
Posted By ddcoons

Thanks for the advice. I have my own code...

Thanks for the advice. I have my own code reader, so I can do that. I also have a few, spare coil packs in the garage. I'll give it a try. The MAF was replaced around 2007 or 2008, but I...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
02-28-2013, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 763
Posted By ddcoons

More info

I should have mentioned that the first mechanic suggested spark plug replacement, but I declined because the plugs only have about 30K miles on them.

They also did what they call "3 step gum out...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
02-28-2013, 08:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 763
Posted By ddcoons

ECU replacement?

I have a 1999 Maxima with about 150K miles.
It's been running rough for a while. Generally, at highway speed and steady, it's fine. But when accelerating or idling, it's quite rough.

My...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-07-2012, 12:55 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 168,459
Posted By ddcoons

same symptom here. Just recently had the UIM off....

same symptom here. Just recently had the UIM off. Now I have P1105.

Can you provide any hints to find the suspect hose?
Forum: Infiniti I30/I35
01-02-2012, 08:29 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 73,515
Posted By ddcoons

I get the same results as you. I am testing with...

I get the same results as you. I am testing with coil packs out of the engine. It shouldn't matter whether the coil is in the car or not, since the coil only contacts the plug electrode and does...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-02-2012, 07:04 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 144,653
Posted By ddcoons

Found the following in a another thread: In...

Found the following in a another thread:

In order to test the coil, take it out. Measure the resistance in the following manner:

POS to 1 and NEG to 2 -- should show infinite resistance
POS to...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-02-2012, 06:55 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 144,653
Posted By ddcoons

My local mechanical quoted me $400 to replace two...

My local mechanical quoted me $400 to replace two coil packs. I can get a complete set of new coils on Ebay for $120 with free shipping.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-02-2012, 06:46 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 144,653
Posted By ddcoons

Could we clarify the testing process? That...

Could we clarify the testing process? That earlier post that called out a "0" reading and infinite resistance was confusing as pointed out by Moderator. I believe the Moderator suggested that the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-02-2012, 06:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 36,588
Posted By ddcoons

If you go to the effort of replacing the valve...

If you go to the effort of replacing the valve covers, you'll also want to replace the PCV valve and probably the intake manifold gasket. And perhaps most important, clean out the EGR tube.

But...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-02-2012, 06:21 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 36,588
Posted By ddcoons

Get a flashlight and try to find the source of...

Get a flashlight and try to find the source of the leak from above the engine. Since the oil should flow down, the leak source is going to be at the highest point that is oily. When the engine is...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-30-2011, 11:55 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 92,056
Posted By ddcoons

I spent what seemed like hours trying to get the...

I spent what seemed like hours trying to get the carbon out of my EGR tube. I used carb cleaner, wires, pipe cleaners, degreaser, water and nothing would budge the gunk in the middle of the pipe...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2011, 11:43 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 54,992
Posted By ddcoons

Thanks. I'll pick one up today. I removed the...

Thanks. I'll pick one up today. I removed the sensor and will take it along with me. The O-ring appears to be very stiff and inflexible, so clearly worn out.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2011, 11:07 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 54,992
Posted By ddcoons

While working on my valve cover gasket job, I...

While working on my valve cover gasket job, I noticed that there's a sensor on my timing chain cover that is leaking oil.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/raccoons/6583019145/

I'm trying to figure...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2011, 09:20 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 54,992
Posted By ddcoons

Any help on how to remove the hoses back by the...

Any help on how to remove the hoses back by the EGR tube would be most appreciated. I believe that's the last items I need to remove now.

Perhaps these are the hoses that some people mentioned...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-27-2011, 09:06 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 54,992
Posted By ddcoons

Tried to find the offset wrenches, but apparently...

Tried to find the offset wrenches, but apparently my parts stores (autozone and discount) no longer carry them. Guy at Autzone said they are not being manufactured any more. Anyway, it was very...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-26-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 36,588
Posted By ddcoons

Big screwdriver was the key! Popped them out by...

Big screwdriver was the key! Popped them out by using a large screwdriver as a lever. from the inside of the valve cover, I stuck the screwdriver under one side of the ring and pressed down using...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-26-2011, 06:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 36,588
Posted By ddcoons

Thanks. I'll keep trying, but it's incredibly...

Thanks. I'll keep trying, but it's incredibly stuck, so I'm having trouble imagining how I'll get six of them out.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-26-2011, 02:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 36,588
Posted By ddcoons

more on plug seals

I saw some posts that indicate that with some valve covers, the plug seals are built-in. Is that true for 1999 4th gen?


They certainly seem to be permanently atttached, but I have damaged one...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-26-2011, 01:43 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 36,588
Posted By ddcoons

trouble with spark plug gaskets

I got my valve cover off easily. The gasket came away clean.

But the spark plug seals seem to be nearly impossible to remove.

Am I missing something? can they possibly be this hard to deal...
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