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Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-12-2014, 12:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By mattndawna

Hell, I assumed that both were done! Nothing on...

Hell, I assumed that both were done! Nothing on the receipt to say which one... here is a bad pic of the dipstick... the oil looks semi clear...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-12-2014, 11:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By mattndawna

oil was changed when the head work was done......

oil was changed when the head work was done... about 70 miles ago. I assume they used what was called for in the manual
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-12-2014, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By mattndawna

no oil pressure light right now, would those...

no oil pressure light right now, would those symptoms point to a problem with the work that was done? Definitely sounds like it to me but i dont know squat...
Thanks again!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-12-2014, 11:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By mattndawna

so that does sound like valve noise, right? I am...

so that does sound like valve noise, right? I am not wrong in thinking they just got paid thousands of dollars to fix this and it aint right am i?
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-12-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By mattndawna

Head rebuilt, now engine noise - with video

I just had the head rebuilt, and it cost a fair bit more than the mechanic had told me because of "milling the head and valve lash work" Now when it runs, it is extremely loud under the hood and it...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
02-12-2014, 08:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdLY3BTme2Y&authuse...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdLY3BTme2Y&authuser=0ok, so I had the head work done. It ended up involving milling the heads and some extra valve lash work. 2200 smackers later I get the car back....
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-27-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

so is this Bars stuff even worth trying? I could...

so is this Bars stuff even worth trying? I could ask the mechanic to try it... Just really can not afford to replace the motor right now...:(
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-26-2012, 02:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

I would just like to say one other thing......

I would just like to say one other thing... !@#$!#@%$!^%!#$!@%!#$^%!#$^!$%!$%!!#$%!%$#%
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-26-2012, 02:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

I am just about the polar opposite of a backyard...

I am just about the polar opposite of a backyard mechanic. My wrenching skills leave MUCH to be desired. I was extremely proud that I was able to change out the radiator with the guide here, so me...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-26-2012, 12:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

So it has been in the shop. The mechanic says it...

So it has been in the shop. The mechanic says it is getting backpressure into the radiator, so blown headgasket. He is saying I may as well look for a new motor?? No way can I afford to do that...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-19-2012, 06:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

i wonder if it is worth doing the old key reset...

i wonder if it is worth doing the old key reset trick...?
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-19-2012, 05:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

yeah, but that means it was not the fuel pump......

yeah, but that means it was not the fuel pump... probably worse
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-19-2012, 02:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

yup, i can hear it run....dammmit!!!!!

yup, i can hear it run....dammmit!!!!!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-19-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

not sure... can i test the fuel pump somehow?

not sure... can i test the fuel pump somehow?
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
06-19-2012, 01:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,209
Posted By mattndawna

aaaaaaaargh!!!! Headwork problem

So the radiator developed the infamous leak and started overheating (but the guage would never go up past the middle). I told the wife to fill it with water before leaving anywhere and not go far. ...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-17-2009, 06:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 691
Posted By mattndawna

Huge thanks to Scottygill!!!!!! Picked up my...

Huge thanks to Scottygill!!!!!! Picked up my baby from the dealer last night. They installed and flashed his ECU and it is back running like a champ!!
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-11-2009, 06:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 691
Posted By mattndawna

Mine is at about 105k now so the 80k has passed. ...

Mine is at about 105k now so the 80k has passed. I ended up purchasing scottygill's ECU that he had for sale and will have it at the dealer to flash and install Friday with a little luck. Thanks...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-10-2009, 09:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 691
Posted By mattndawna

ECU replacement Questions

So via my drove through water thread, the dealer says my ECU is fried and I need a replacement.:bawling:
So what do i need to know to find a correct replacement. Mine is an 02 SE AT, do i need the...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-07-2009, 02:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,109
Posted By mattndawna

nope, never replaced the MAF. Didnt seem...

nope, never replaced the MAF. Didnt seem warranted from the info I got here and what the mechanic found. Unplugged all connectors and sprayed them out with electrical cleaner then let dry before...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
11-07-2009, 02:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,109
Posted By mattndawna

update... the car just went to the dealer after...

update... the car just went to the dealer after months at the (small) mechanic. It will idle fine, but will not rev past 2k. It has a new throttle body and accelerator pedal (with sensor). The...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-04-2009, 03:26 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,109
Posted By mattndawna

Well the mechanic has replaced the throttle body,...

Well the mechanic has replaced the throttle body, which has the TPS on it. He is now telling me the sensor at the pedal needs replacing, that it is putting out negative voltage? Anyone have any...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-03-2009, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,368
Posted By mattndawna

tps is part of the throttle body. Partsgeek as...

tps is part of the throttle body. Partsgeek as it for about $125, I just ordered one.
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
09-02-2009, 05:35 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,109
Posted By mattndawna

OK, Car is at the mechanic. He said he got it...

OK, Car is at the mechanic. He said he got it running, but it still wont rev. He cleaned all the connectors and sensors. He also said I need a new Throttle Body? He gave me a price of 324 on it. ...
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-18-2009, 05:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,109
Posted By mattndawna

ok, how do I pull the carpet? I can put it back...

ok, how do I pull the carpet? I can put it back afterwards, right? This sucks, btw....
Forum: 5th Generation Maxima (2000-2003)
08-17-2009, 01:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,109
Posted By mattndawna

oh hell, so I should pull the carpet and check...

oh hell, so I should pull the carpet and check the ECU? This is in the front center console area? I will do this tonight, fingers crossed that all is dry
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