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Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
07-07-2020, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 772
Posted By evintho

I'm in California so yeah, Calif smog controls. ...

I'm in California so yeah, Calif smog controls. Dang tree huggers!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
07-06-2020, 10:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 772
Posted By evintho

Which O2 sensor is bank 2, sensor 2?

I got a 158 code on my '99 Maxima. O2 sensor Hi Volts/bank 2/sensor 2. Which one is it??
Thanks in advance!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-21-2020, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 392
Posted By evintho

Yes but if the belt was slipping or the alt not...

Yes but if the belt was slipping or the alt not charging the battery that should trigger the charge warning light on the dashboard. I slapped another battery in the car and it fires right up but no...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
01-21-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 392
Posted By evintho

Question on warning lights.

Should my 'charge warning light' come on when I turn the key to the 'ON' postion?
It doesn't, and I'm wondering if the light itself is burned out. '99 Maxima - 190k. My grandson was driving on the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-21-2019, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,648
Posted By evintho

Thanks! Great time to use my Amazon $25 gift...

Thanks! Great time to use my Amazon $25 gift card I got for Xmas!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-20-2019, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,648
Posted By evintho

I've noticed, when the car is cold and I take off...

I've noticed, when the car is cold and I take off from a standing start the trans slips just a little and then grabs however, it shifts into 2nd and 3rd just fine when cold. When the car is up to...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-15-2019, 01:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,648
Posted By evintho

Should I flush my trans, change it or leave it alone???

'99 Maxima with 187k miles. Bone stock. AFAIK the tranny fluid has never been flushed or changed. I've owned it for 7 years. Fluid is dark, definitely not red. Tranny seems to shift fine except...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-03-2018, 06:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,192
Posted By evintho

Mode Door Motor Replacement......W/PICS.

Fixed my non working climate control with a mode door motor replacement. Took some pics while I was at it to hopefully help the next guy who does it. The beast in question is my '99 GLE.
Here's the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
11-24-2018, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,032
Posted By evintho

Thanks for all the replies! Ran the diagnostic...

Thanks for all the replies! Ran the diagnostic and it looks like the mode door motor is the culprit. KP11520......nice little write-up! It shows me exactly where it is and how to R&R. Many thanks...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
11-23-2018, 10:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,032
Posted By evintho

Mode selector doesn't work on my climate control.

'99 Maxima GLE. The icons light up when I tap the mode selector (feet, defrost, dash, etc) but air only blows through the dash vents, not the foot vents, defroster or any combination. In addition,...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
08-10-2017, 10:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,994
Posted By evintho

Slight slipping in transmission

My '99 Maxima GLE 3.0 V6 with 180k has been a great car but lately I've noticed when taking off from a stop the tranny seems to slip a little bit, then grabs. Nothing really bad but definitely...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-22-2014, 01:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 665
Posted By evintho

I knew that, I was just testing you guys! ...

I knew that, I was just testing you guys!
Sometimes I'm my own worst enemy, haha!
NGK V-power it is! Thank you gentlemen!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
12-22-2014, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 665
Posted By evintho

Plug and plug wire recommendations, please.

Tune-up time on my '99 GXE. I know Nissan calls for platinum plugs but are they really necessary and if so, which brand? Also, plug wire size and brand, please. Don't want to pay inflated dealer...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
08-04-2014, 11:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,683
Posted By evintho

Thanks for all the replies! I bought a...

Thanks for all the replies!
I bought a headlight restoration kit. The Meguiars Heavy Duty kit was $30. Right next to it on the shelf was a Turtle Wax kit on sale for $8.99. It had the same...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
08-03-2014, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,683
Posted By evintho

How to fix dim headlights?

On my '99 GLE I don't think it's a voltage issue. The lights don't get dimmer as you roll down the windows or anything of that sort. They're just not very bright. When driving at dusk I always...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
06-03-2014, 12:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,281
Posted By evintho

All good responses, thanks guys! I ran codes and...

All good responses, thanks guys! I ran codes and all good. Changed the oil and filter and went to synthetic. The knock sensor went out last year and I removed it but couldn't get the new one in so...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
05-27-2014, 09:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,281
Posted By evintho

Thanks for all the responses guys! The car is in...

Thanks for all the responses guys! The car is in really good shape. I think I'll go with dwapenyi's post. I pulled up a youtube video on plug changing and the rear plugs aren't as hard to get to...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
05-26-2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,281
Posted By evintho

What to do/check before 1500 mile roadtrip?

The wifeys '99 Maxima with 148K. Well maintained throughout it's life, no codes and runs good. It's got a timing chain so I'm not too worried about that. Not sure if it's ever had a full tuneup. ...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-21-2014, 05:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By evintho

Thanks guys. Just saved $500!

Thanks guys. Just saved $500!
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
04-21-2014, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By evintho

'99 GLE - timing chain or belt?

Quick question. Does my '99 GLE have a timing chain or a belt?
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