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Forum: 7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
09-01-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 670
Posted By soundquest

Good to know -- I have done the same on other...

Good to know -- I have done the same on other vehicles with the same result (silence).
Forum: 7th Generation Maxima (2009-2015)
09-01-2020, 08:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 670
Posted By soundquest

Front-end noises: your input is appreciated

I have a 2012 Maxima with 160,000 miles on it and the front end clunks like crazy going over bumps and undulations. Super noisy, super annoying. I have determined that the end links and outer tie...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-09-2015, 12:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,015
Posted By soundquest

Which part number did you use to replace your...

Which part number did you use to replace your o-ring?
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
05-29-2015, 10:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,015
Posted By soundquest

And the second question -- since this is a gen...

And the second question -- since this is a gen 5.5, do I need to replace the oil cooler o-ring with a 2003+ o-ring? For example, DORMAN 917-036

And lastly... I notice from a lot of the threads...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
05-29-2015, 09:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,015
Posted By soundquest

Oil Leak Query - Oil Cooler O-Ring Vs. Oil Pan Gasket Leak

2002.5 Maxima. Taking a poll here: wondering which item fails more commonly than the other -- the O. cooler O ring or the O. pan gasket? Or... do they both fail past 100K? Thanks!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-01-2012, 12:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 105,975
Posted By soundquest

Actually, you guys wont' believe this but the...

Actually, you guys wont' believe this but the solenoid was not bad at all. THE MAF HAD FAILED AND IT WAS CAUSING A SECONDARY FALSE POSITIVE P1800 CEL FOR THE SOLENOID. So... I replaced the MAF with...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-23-2012, 04:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,464
Posted By soundquest

*Need help - Replacing front struts... WHAT ELSE SHOULD i REPLACE WHILE i'M IN THERE?

Am replacing my front struts on my 2002 Max in conjunction with changing my front bearings and hubs. Is it totally necessary to replace the strut mounts and if so why? What exactly fails with the...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-21-2012, 01:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,522
Posted By soundquest

Please remember this is a 2002, a 5.5 gen Max,...

Please remember this is a 2002, a 5.5 gen Max, not a 5th gen Max, and as such, IT DOES NOT HAVE THE BROKEN VIAS LINKAGE ISSUE LIKE THE 5TH GEN HAS.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-21-2012, 12:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,522
Posted By soundquest

It absolutely is your MAF -- I just had to...

It absolutely is your MAF -- I just had to replace the MAF on my 2002 and I had the same symptoms. I did a 2000 20 2002 MAF swap as is seen in the forums in a nice DIY writeup (just search under MAF...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-18-2012, 09:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,330
Posted By soundquest

minutes after posting I came to the same...

minutes after posting I came to the same realization after comparing the two engines side by side. It's just confusing as I would see posts regarding the JB weld fix from a person with a 2002 Maxima...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-18-2012, 04:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,330
Posted By soundquest

2002 Maxima VIAS box location???

I have been to thread after thread, pouring over info on the infamous VIAS box and the infamous VIAS "fix". Have seen pictures of the VIAS box zoomed in, but nothing at all showing you exactly where...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-16-2012, 12:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 105,975
Posted By soundquest

I would not buy it from the dealership, it is...

I would not buy it from the dealership, it is waaaay too expensive, like $139 we're talking at my local stealership. I found one online for $39 a few weeks back. Now... if I could only find it...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-13-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 105,975
Posted By soundquest

you guys are awesome -- looks like I will be...

you guys are awesome -- looks like I will be ordering a new solenoid. I have read that disabling the system by a block destroys some of the low end power. Any truth to this? IF that is the loss,...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-12-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 105,975
Posted By soundquest

Trouble Code P1800 - the infamous VIAS solenoid trouble code

2002 Nissan Maxima. Have pulled and erased CODE P1800 several times to verify that it is a legitimate and permanent trouble code. Some folks mention that they are able to repair their VIAS rod...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-03-2012, 09:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,064
Posted By soundquest

BINGO! craiggers I can't thank you enough! ...

BINGO! craiggers I can't thank you enough! :highfive:
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-03-2012, 07:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,064
Posted By soundquest

Thanks for the reply. I came up empty handed for...

Thanks for the reply. I came up empty handed for a sticky or DIY on bearing replacement for this gen. Anyone know where I might find this? Since a shop press is needed, would you recommend I just...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
04-03-2012, 06:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,064
Posted By soundquest

wheel bearing noise. SUPER BAD!

My 2003 Max is making horrible grinding noise from the front axle -- it can only be wheel bearings I am convinced at this point based on what I was able to see/inspect last night and based on what I...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-21-2010, 11:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By soundquest

ANYONE???!!! BUMP! OH SNAP, I JUST...

ANYONE???!!!

BUMP!

OH SNAP, I JUST REALIZE MY DIAGRAM AND PICTURE LOOKS LIKE **** CHENEY. TRIP.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-21-2010, 02:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 999
Posted By soundquest

GUYS, PLEASE HELP! Brake Pad Installation issues with squeal clips and shims (w/pic)

Some questions for you guys...

Installing pads on a 2002 Max and have run into some trouble (as this setup has some peculiar additions compared to a typical setup). First, all 4 replacement pads...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
10-14-2010, 12:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,602
Posted By soundquest

'02 Maxima Throttle Body relearn procedure won't take

I have tried for hours and hours to reset my idle back to factory 850 RPM on my '02 MAX to no avail. I get all the way to the very last step and the RPMs drop to 850 and stay there perfectly. All...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-24-2009, 11:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,667
Posted By soundquest

SUCCESS!

Thanks for everyone's help on this. I AM PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE I have achieved full resolution to this problem. The collar had indeed become loose and needed to be screwed back in all the way. I...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-24-2009, 12:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,667
Posted By soundquest

Yes, classically DIY, but DOY in the plural as I...

Yes, classically DIY, but DOY in the plural as I was using it. DIYD in your case. (Do it Yo Damself!)
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-24-2009, 10:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,667
Posted By soundquest

Realize a mechanic would do nothing more than...

Realize a mechanic would do nothing more than throw new parts at the problem HOPING it would fix the problem and charge me $90 an hour for the labor I could so easily do myself. Not to...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-24-2009, 09:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,667
Posted By soundquest

Anyone else have the same experience with that...

Anyone else have the same experience with that collar only screwing in that far and then stopping? I will have to pop over to the other side of the car to see if it looks the same.

The good thing...
Forum: 3rd Generation Maxima (1989-1994)
06-24-2009, 12:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,667
Posted By soundquest

Okay, FINALLY I have something for you. A...

Okay, FINALLY I have something for you. A picture paints a thousand words. Please observe this photo and tell me if you see anything wrong. My first suspicion is that the strut assembly collar is...
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