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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-22-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,751
Posted By tophersmadmax

Did you check the threads for your year? This is...

Did you check the threads for your year? This is the 5th gen section 200-2003
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-22-2012, 05:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,363
Posted By tophersmadmax

I have 01 and I use 10w/30 full syn. It does not...

I have 01 and I use 10w/30 full syn. It does not like 5w/30 syn. I do my own oil changes now as my local shop seems to think they should use 5w/30. Then I found out they used a blend in and charged...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-20-2012, 04:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 95,571
Posted By tophersmadmax

I did mine today. Dropped the pan and cleaned...

I did mine today. Dropped the pan and cleaned magnets and the screen on the filter. I bought the valvoline dex III for high mileage. Whole process was like 4 hours. Drives and shifts much smoother!...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-19-2012, 06:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,893
Posted By tophersmadmax

It will get to the point that it gushes all over...

It will get to the point that it gushes all over the place. You will need to replace it eventually. It's not that hard to replace! Takes about 1.5 hours to do. Trust me that clamping it will just...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-18-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 1,892
Views: 131,497
Posted By tophersmadmax

I made the mistake of buying the cheapest starter...

I made the mistake of buying the cheapest starter and it failed in a year. It was replaced under warranty.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-18-2012, 06:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 694
Posted By tophersmadmax

Would need to see pictures of the damage, but in...

Would need to see pictures of the damage, but in my opinion, you could sell the car for no more than $3500 in it's present condition. More like $3,000. Our 10-12 year old cars that were $25k-$40K new...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-18-2012, 06:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,107
Posted By tophersmadmax

I will try this fuelly thing

I will try this fuelly thing
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-18-2012, 05:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,107
Posted By tophersmadmax

I live in florida (always hot) and I always use...

I live in florida (always hot) and I always use premium always keep the oil changed and air filters. I can only get 320 at best. I dont know how anyone would get 490. You must live near the...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-17-2012, 08:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,736
Posted By tophersmadmax

Please let me know if this works. I am curious to...

Please let me know if this works. I am curious to know.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-17-2012, 04:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,736
Posted By tophersmadmax

Squeaky noise coming from front end....5 year search is over!

Long explanation, I know, but wait for it....

For the last 5 years my 2001 max would squeak when going over bumps, closing the doors or anything that would cause vibration to the front end. I...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-17-2012, 06:19 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 14,985
Posted By tophersmadmax

I used toothpaste last night after looking on...

I used toothpaste last night after looking on youtube. All I can say is wow!! They look 90% better and I can actually see in thru the plastic. I could see thru them before. The only thing is that...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-15-2012, 03:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 872
Posted By tophersmadmax

Yeah I agree about the timing chain! Thorzdad (a...

Yeah I agree about the timing chain! Thorzdad (a member of the forum) has 400k+ on his 5th gen max and no timing chain replaced. You only need to change it if it stretches or breaks.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-15-2012, 06:02 AM
Replies: 1,892
Views: 131,497
Posted By tophersmadmax

2001 SE Anniversary Edition w/125XXX miles on it ...

2001 SE Anniversary Edition w/125XXX miles on it

I have replaced the following:

Radiator at 65k
Replaced factory battery at 90k
Revolution Speed Sensor at 100k
Harmonic balancer 114k (oe...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-12-2012, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,102
Posted By tophersmadmax

I used Bosch Platinum +4 on mine. Replaced the...

I used Bosch Platinum +4 on mine. Replaced the original NGK with these. Did it about 10,000 miles ago. Went a little over recommended mileage. Excellent quality and smooth running!!:D
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-12-2012, 05:15 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 74,936
Posted By tophersmadmax

Okay, to follow up, I did this today and was...

Okay, to follow up, I did this today and was super easy. I bought the relay from digikey as mouser was sold out. Part was $9.75 with shipping. We have a soldiering station at my work so I fixed it...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 07:06 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,971
Posted By tophersmadmax

I have heard that the aftermarket ones work fine,...

I have heard that the aftermarket ones work fine, but fail sooner than the oem.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,971
Posted By tophersmadmax

I would follow Dennis' advice before doing...

I would follow Dennis' advice before doing anything
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 06:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,971
Posted By tophersmadmax

Great idea!

Great idea!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 06:24 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,971
Posted By tophersmadmax

The MAF sensors on 5th gens are very sensitive!!...

The MAF sensors on 5th gens are very sensitive!! Cleaning doesn't ever really help. They have to be replaced. If you look at other threads, others have said the same or had the same results as you....
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 05:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 11,971
Posted By tophersmadmax

That's what i would do. Have you ever changed the...

That's what i would do. Have you ever changed the MAF sensor? Throttle body might need a good cleaning too. Just cleaned mine with the seafoam spray. It worked wonders for my idle.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 04:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,133
Posted By tophersmadmax

Wow! I still have original sticker in my glove...

Wow! I still have original sticker in my glove box for $33k. I would be lucky to get $6k now and mine looks much cleaner. I would say no way! Glad they showed a pic of where the gas goes LOL!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 739
Posted By tophersmadmax

Had same problem. Replaced revolution sensor in...

Had same problem. Replaced revolution sensor in mine as friend at Nissan (service mgr) told me to do and it fixed the problem. Not sure if this is the same problem, but sounds similar. hit gas and...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 04:34 PM
Replies: 436
Views: 248,885
Posted By tophersmadmax

Replaced mine 2 weekends ago. PITA, but worth the...

Replaced mine 2 weekends ago. PITA, but worth the money I saved. Dealer wanted almost $600. It took about 1.5 hours and I spent $135 on the hose on ebay. It was Nissan OEM brand new and spent $6 on...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 04:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,166
Posted By tophersmadmax

Here is a link with pics for the rev sensor ...

Here is a link with pics for the rev sensor
...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-11-2012, 04:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,166
Posted By tophersmadmax

Pre cat o2 and MAF go hand in hand. I doubt very...

Pre cat o2 and MAF go hand in hand. I doubt very seriously that it is your MAF though and the o2 sensor is seperate from your transmission problem. When you replace the o2 sensor, try to replace with...
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