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Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
09-24-2002, 08:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 448,619
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Basic Car Questions Answered Several...

Basic Car Questions Answered

Several Maxima.Org members have asked how they may learn more about the mechanical aspects of the automotive hobby. This post contains specific suggestions. The...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-20-2001, 06:27 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,948
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Goodbye for a while ...

Some Maxima.Org members have noted my absence. Changes in my personal situation prevent me from spending very much time "on the air".

Please understand that I have not discontinued serving...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 11:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 393
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Attn: Daniel B. GXE Model Question

I don't know the answer to your question. Sorry.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 11:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,103
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Glazing is not typical but it does happen. I...

Glazing is not typical but it does happen. I think your rotor would have to get really hot to become glazed. I've owned several cars of several different makes which were equipped with disk...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 10:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,103
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

A glazed rotor is one which has developed an...

A glazed rotor is one which has developed an extremely smooth, almost mirror-like surface. A glazed rotor does not have good friction characteristics.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 10:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 672
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Chiltons Manual Symbols

Those symbols mean ...

left side, top to bottom,
1) Leave the connectors connected.
2) HS indicates the diagram in the upper right hand corner is looking at the Harness Side.
3) Make this test...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 10:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 635
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Can someone help with Check Engine Light and Resetting ECU??

Go to Steve Cutchen's excellent MaxFAQ page:
http://web2.airmail.net/scutchen/max_faq/

Click on SUBTOPICS below Maintenance.
Click on Diagnose the Check Engine Light
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 10:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 603
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: bent valves? engine misfire?

Stand next to the car next time he starts it. Then you will have a better idea of all the symptoms. If this was a one-time situation you have nothing to worry about. Some Maxima owners have...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 09:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 695
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Re: More information please

Thank you for the additional detail.

Regarding signatures: It's a good practice to put all relevant information in the body of your post, not in the signature. The reason is that some...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-07-2001, 09:47 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,227
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Correct. The factory service manual says ... ...

Correct. The factory service manual says ...

Remove idle air adjusting unit assembly (IACV-AAC valve is built-in) from engine. (The IACV-AAC valve harness connector should remain connected.) ...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 01:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,362
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: What Are Correct Voltage Reading Before/During/After Crank

The after-crank reading is too low. These voltage readings are useful measurements but they don't tell the whole story. For example, they don't tell you if you have pure direct current or if...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 365
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: HELp!!! auto to manual trans. switch!!!!

The cost depends on how much you have to pay for the used 5-speed parts. It might be best to buy a wrecked car to use as an "organ donor". That way you get everything you need in one package.
...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 10:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Daniel B. M., a question for you if you don't mind...

The Automatic Climate Control is a sophisticated computer-controlled device. You would have to know the embedded computer code and have the means to reprogram it. I think modifying the computer...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 10:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 711
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: fuel gage problems

If the dealer will fix this at no cost, let him do it. If you have to do it yourself, read on ...


The fuel pump is located inside the gas tank. The fuel gauge sending unit is attached to...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 10:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 695
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

More information please

Whenever you post a technical question it is helpful to specify ...
- model year
- transmission
- odometer reading
- mods (if any)
- recent repair history
- a detailed report of symptoms
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 09:47 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,524
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Torque Converter

I truly don't know. The torque curve of the VQ30DE engine is fairly flat. The torque at lower engine speeds isn't very different from the torque at higher engine speeds.

I don't share your...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 09:33 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,524
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Proposed TCC mod

I think this could be done without a computer mod. My Maxima is a 5-speed so I have neither the means or motivation to prototype it. Warning... this is "top of the head" (i.e. untested)...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 09:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: daniel b martin... i have another question

Replacing the Mass Air Flow Sensor should have no effect on the idle. Cleaning the throttle body... that might have an effect. Did you clean the TB by removing it and doing the cleaning "on the...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: daniel b martin... i have another question

Here is some text copied from the factory service manual.

"Idle Air Control Valve (IACV) -- Auxiliary Air Control (AAC) Valve

This system automatically controls engine idle speed to a...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-06-2001, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 783
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Re: daniel b martin... i have another question

This kind of leak is called False Air and it results in a racing idle. Maury reports the opposite problem, a slow idle speed.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-05-2001, 11:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,916
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Anyone gutted out thier cat

Don't do this. It is illegal. It is bad for the environment. It will gain you little improvement.
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-05-2001, 10:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 690
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

The second 100K

Thanks for remembering that maxim. The full text is ...

The man who drives moderately and maintains meticulously during the first
100K is rewarded with reliable service during the second 100K....
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-05-2001, 09:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,524
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: ???

Nobody said this was for drag racing. It isn't. The benefit is to give the driver full control over which gear is being used and when shifts should be made. It would be helpful in everyday...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-05-2001, 08:27 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,524
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Re: Re: Tiptronic for the 4Gen Maxima

In my opinion the TC lockup clutch could be used in all four forward speeds, but there is no benefit in doing so. Its purpose is to improve fuel efficiency and there is not much savings to be had...
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
10-05-2001, 07:44 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,524
Posted By Daniel B. Martin

Tiptronic for the 4Gen Maxima

I imagine a person with good electronics "savvy" could do this. My Maxima is a 5-speed so I have neither the means or motivation to prototype it. Warning... this is "top of the head" (i.e....
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