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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
01-20-2011, 02:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,528
Posted By davemac

^Excellent suggestions. You can also jam a small...

^Excellent suggestions. You can also jam a small chisel in the flex plate and against the transmission housing under the car (behind plastic cover). I've also put long bolts into the threaded holes...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
03-05-2009, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,897
Posted By davemac

If the clutch pedal is not returning it is more...

If the clutch pedal is not returning it is more likely the master clutch cylinder that needs replacing. When the slave cylinder is shot you won't be able to move the clutch, but the pedal will return.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-07-2008, 02:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 737
Posted By davemac

You don't remove exhaust bolts you cut them. Oxy...

You don't remove exhaust bolts you cut them. Oxy acetylene torch would be used by a shop, but an angle grinder will do the same thing. Get an angle grinder and a couple of extra cutting wheels for...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-07-2008, 01:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,116
Posted By davemac

2 posts up - canister, valve and shipping ~$220. ...

2 posts up - canister, valve and shipping ~$220.
1 post up - call Dave B. at Southpoint Nissan.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2008, 05:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 546
Posted By davemac

Sounds like dirty or corroded switch contacts in...

Sounds like dirty or corroded switch contacts in both cases. However if the fan only works on high then it is the blower resister module.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2008, 04:54 PM
Replies: 988
Views: 210,258
Posted By davemac

If you can buy with cash then its a good deal. A...

If you can buy with cash then its a good deal. A used car with 147K miles is not worth taking a loan. Otherwise it looks pretty good. It will need repairs and if you want to replace headlights it is...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2008, 04:36 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,166
Posted By davemac

I feel your pain. I once replaced some struts and...

I feel your pain. I once replaced some struts and ended up mangling an outer CV boot putting things back. I don't believe the axle will become disconnected - just some extra play with the center axle...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2008, 04:02 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,166
Posted By davemac

The lower control arm is loaded by the sway bar....

The lower control arm is loaded by the sway bar. So when you disconnect the steering knuckle from the lower control arm (ball joint) or from the strut you'll find things will not easily line up. A...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-06-2008, 03:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,116
Posted By davemac

Replacing the evap canister and purge valve is...

Replacing the evap canister and purge valve is actually pretty easy - just a little expensive ~ $200 for the set if you buy parts only from online Nissan dealer. If you are lucky enough to have under...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-05-2008, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,551
Posted By davemac

177K is pretty good service. I hate to defend...

177K is pretty good service. I hate to defend dealer but they are between rock and hard place. They are not set up to source and install a used engine - and if their diagnosis is correct that is...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-05-2008, 04:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 832
Posted By davemac

If it were me I'd bring it to the shop that did...

If it were me I'd bring it to the shop that did the diagnosis and have them complete the repair. Nothing to lose.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-05-2008, 04:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 24,166
Posted By davemac

Your wheel won't fall off, but I wouldn't be...

Your wheel won't fall off, but I wouldn't be surprised if the CV joint is noisy without the circlip. Easy for me to say, but I'd replace the circlip.
The circlip keeps the bearing cage attached to...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-04-2008, 03:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,433
Posted By davemac

Wow that's crazy. 100K miles should be average...

Wow that's crazy. 100K miles should be average life for wheel bearings.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-04-2008, 03:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,433
Posted By davemac

I'm with CMax03. The nut never touches the...

I'm with CMax03. The nut never touches the bearing - just the outside of the hub. You'll also see the hub sticks out beyond the bearing so only the hub contacts the outer CV and axle. That axle nut...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-04-2008, 03:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,433
Posted By davemac

Though your wheel bearing is definitely shot...

Though your wheel bearing is definitely shot squeak is not typical wheel bearing noise. I'd guess sway bar link or ...?

Remember when you turn left you load the right wheel.
Forum: 5th Generation Classifieds (2000-2003)
08-26-2008, 06:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 525
Posted By davemac

pm sent

pm sent
Forum: 4th Generation Maxima (1995-1999)
11-07-2007, 12:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 31,880
Posted By davemac

To service the axle you need to remove the wheel...

To service the axle you need to remove the wheel so you need a hydraulic jack and jack stands to support the vehicle.

Also I am compelled to shatter a few myths in earlier posts:

- There is no...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-30-2007, 11:50 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 72,457
Posted By davemac

If you could replace the spark plug tube grommets...

If you could replace the spark plug tube grommets separately it would be just gaskets. But, the grommets are built into the valve cover, so ... new valve cover.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-30-2007, 11:29 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 72,457
Posted By davemac

I couldn't understand the difference in $ and...

I couldn't understand the difference in $ and couldn't see how the valve cover could be different between 02 - 06. But, I believe the 02 - 03 are aluminum and the 04 - 06 are plastic - but should...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-26-2007, 03:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 27,667
Posted By davemac

Aftermarket gas caps made for the Maxima are...

Aftermarket gas caps made for the Maxima are acceptable you do not need to go to the dealer. It is also unlikely the gas cap will complete the fix, but worth the attempt. When the SES light returns...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-30-2007, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,073
Posted By davemac

I will add that the OP problem sounds like engine...

I will add that the OP problem sounds like engine / tranny mounts which should be checked before jumping into a problem with the tranny itself.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-30-2007, 02:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,073
Posted By davemac

It is hard to know if you're super sensitive or...

It is hard to know if you're super sensitive or not. Really doesn't matter since if you think it is a problem then it is.
My Max is 1 yr newer and about same miles. No thump audible or otherwise on...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-24-2007, 02:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,264
Posted By davemac

I had one rear one sieze at about 40K. It...

I had one rear one sieze at about 40K. It happens. Replace, bleed and move on. Driving around with one dragging even slightly means you'll be replacing pads very soon.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-24-2007, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,052
Posted By davemac

It sounds like you know what you are doing. And,...

It sounds like you know what you are doing. And, if you never completely drain the master then you shouldn’t in theory even need to bleed the system.
One tip I have picked up over the years is to...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
07-22-2007, 06:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,673
Posted By davemac

A reciever stlye hitch can be really handy. And...

A reciever stlye hitch can be really handy. And when you're not using the hitch which is likely often you don't have to drive a truck.
I've done this on several cars, though not my Max. Anyway it is...
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