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11-05-2023, 03:33 PM
Replies: 19
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Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Yes, but speaking as an engineer and not as a...

Yes, but speaking as an engineer and not as a mechanic uptownsamcv has a point.

Continuous as well as intermittent loads over the rated output current of the alternators voltage regulator will...
11-05-2023, 11:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 698
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Battery is fine. How do you go about testing...

Battery is fine.

How do you go about testing your battery for intermittent sulfate shorts?

Do you monitor the current only going into the battery over time while driving over bumpy roads, hard...
11-05-2023, 10:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 698
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Took almost four months (~3k miles) from when the...

Took almost four months (~3k miles) from when the lights started flickering until they stayed on due to a dead alternator.
The wiring is fine in my case. The regulators just start to become...
07-25-2023, 07:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 698
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Nissan 24076-5Y700 Harness Assembly-ALTERNATOR ...

Nissan 24076-5Y700 Harness Assembly-ALTERNATOR
2001-2003 Nissan Maxima 240765Y700

or it might be

Nissan 24076-4Y900 Harness Assembly-ALTERNATOR

2000-2002 Nissan Maxima 240764Y900

Looks...
07-22-2023, 12:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 47,437
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/500x453/fpr_loc00_5fcdfadabd8e60064020798ff776fdec454daf5e.jpg

This might provide an accurate clue for OEM fuel pump relays.
07-21-2023, 07:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 47,437
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/668x786/fuel_pump_circuit00_42497b33f9b073b2b8a24529749602ec22aaa9a7.jpghttps://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/915x247/wiring_colors00_06dc...
07-21-2023, 01:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 47,437
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Had this happen a couple of months ago. Replaced...

Had this happen a couple of months ago. Replaced the fuel pump relay since there would be no output voltage when the power to its coil was applied. Then later that day the fuel pump also acted up. It...
07-20-2023, 08:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 698
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Grounds are fine. Too bad Nissan went cheap on...

Grounds are fine. Too bad Nissan went cheap on the wiring.

I'll dig into the circuit used to detect what ends up turning those idiot lights on.
07-18-2023, 02:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 439
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Tricky Ed I do all the work myself. Easy...

Tricky Ed
I do all the work myself. Easy decision.
07-18-2023, 01:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 698
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Brake and Alt Lights Flicker at Random Times for a Second

'01 Maxima with no codes but occasionally for a second the Brake and Alternator lights will simultaneously flicker. Some have mentioned this can be an early warning of impending alternator death. It...
07-15-2023, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 431
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwUqCod40jI This...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SwUqCod40jI This video shows how a rack and pinion gear operate. The rack and pinion gears wear over time and will develop some play.

When the car is properly...
07-15-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 439
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Perform the coolant bypass for the IACV. As...

Perform the coolant bypass for the IACV. As preventative maintenance I replaced mine and it leaked a few thousand miles later further damaging the ECU. So buy a good brand such as Hitachi vs lowest...
07-12-2023, 01:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 431
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

How much play do you have when you move the...

How much play do you have when you move the steering wheel back and forth before the knuckles move?
07-12-2023, 01:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,822
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

The threads on the longer bolt are a few inches...

The threads on the longer bolt are a few inches from the head, You can try some penetrating oil on it but I never had an issue.

You can try to do it yourself, and if you can't get the screw loose...
07-10-2023, 07:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,822
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

This was the first time I replaced the starter...

This was the first time I replaced the starter from above and it took about 30 minutes. To reach the long bolt I used a 3/8 deep well 17mm socket (IIRCC) on a swivel head ratchet. It broke free...
07-10-2023, 06:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 466
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Resistance (R) 560 kΩ Current (I) ...

Resistance (R)
560 kΩ

Current (I)
0.0000214 A

Voltage (V)
12V

Power (P)
07-10-2023, 05:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 766
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

You can do it yourself at home IF you get a...

You can do it yourself at home IF you get a hydraulic press similar to
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/maxima.org-vbulletin/1358x659/hf_press00_e595a35c8f3b0a35cc2ef70943498218cf74c195.png
And you can...
07-10-2023, 05:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,822
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

I went with a brand spanking new ACDELCO 3371107...

I went with a brand spanking new ACDELCO 3371107 from Rock Auto for $120 delivered.
06-17-2023, 09:38 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,950
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Well if it was cut by a utility knife then they...

Well if it was cut by a utility knife then they managed to do so without disturbing the adhesive while dropping the pan. Maybe gremlins dropped the pan, cut the gasket and then replaced the adhesive...
06-13-2023, 12:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 553
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Very nice. Thank you. Can you post the files on...

Very nice. Thank you.
Can you post the files on github or similar?
Did you make any extras that you'd like to sell?
06-12-2023, 10:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 11,950
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

I replaced the pan (since it had a deep scrape in...

I replaced the pan (since it had a deep scrape in it from being sideswiped by a Jeep over a concrete median) the filter and the gasket with the WIX58602 kit and the gasket failed after only a few...
05-14-2023, 01:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 432
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

Was a bad fuel pump and replaced the fuel pump...

Was a bad fuel pump and replaced the fuel pump relay as well.

I have had a few issues with preventative maintenance over the years due to counterfeit parts. The fuel pump was replaced a couple of...
05-11-2023, 06:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 432
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

2001 Maxima, No Codes, Stalls After ~15 Minute Warm UP

How often is it the crankshaft position sensor (REF) that stops working after it heats up vs the ECM acting up? Of course the car stalls out 30 miles from home, fuel pressure gauge, tools and the...
01-26-2022, 12:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 518
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

I recently restored the '01 with a 3.0L, so it...

I recently restored the '01 with a 3.0L, so it runs and looks better than new. I have considered making the factory ECU accept the aftermarket coils. But an engine and trans swap is more likely in...
01-26-2022, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 518
Posted By WelcomeToCostco

It's BS like this that made me decide to never...

It's BS like this that made me decide to never buy another Nissan and help with the RE of any Nissan ECU and other issues like this.
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