Top 20 2004 Nissan Maxima Questions & Answers

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Nevr evr replace any part til uknow issue. Unplug computer n clean the pins..it often clears up issue on old cars. Also the ignition module or coils cud be worn. U may needa scan that reads data targeting the problm. Dont go to astealership

check your timing ---and wiring may have knocked off or failed to replace a sensor

Locate cylinder number 1 after searching for year make model firing order Remove spark plugs. Then turn the engine over. Look for the valves on cylinder 1 to be both closed. In the old days, we would hold a long pencil in the plug hole of number 1 and watch it rise and then fall. At the top of the rise is TDC, which should correspond to the marks. The proper way is to have a micrometer that fits into the spark plug threads but the marks will be close enough.

The service and repair manual with diagram will provide you step by step help to locate and fix the problem easily and you will get the manual from the given link https://toolsnyou.com

Get a quality diagnostic scanner on it. Otherwise, it's a guessing game, and an expensive one at that!

right next to the interior fuse box, lower left side of dash

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Was it a new rack & pinion? If so it will be under warranty

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Could be battery or more likely it needs a new starter. The starter has nothing to do with care safety. Buy a new starter not rebuilt or junkyard started. Labor for new starter or maybe starter is the same. You might get lucky and rebuilt starter lasts but it doesn't the labor is paid again.

Remove the fuse.

Turbo manifold, blow off valve, waste gate, intercooler, turbo timer, piggyback or standalone ECU, most likely an all new exhaust system, new intake, filter. An oil cooler may be needed, as those turbo chargers are most likely cooled and lubricated by the oil in the engine, needing to be piped through the turbo itself.

Fuse google it/utube for local

Is it aftermarket alarm? If it is factory try the following, close all doors and lock them. Use remote to unlock doors, put key in igniton and turn to on..do not start, just on. let it stay on for about 10 min or so. The security light should go out after that turn ignition off then on to start.

It's located in the IPDM / ER - intelligent power distribution module - engine room ( under hood fuse box )

If this is a deisel then it's probably some sensor malfunction. It could be one of the sensors in the exhaust system or a simple electrical fault - I have been told it can happen if even just one brake-light bulb is broken

TWO mechanics and they can't identify the problem, just throw parts at it? This could be caused by many things. If the noise occurs all the time, i.e. even when idling, that's something in the engine. Try this: using a LARGE (say 12" long) screwdriver, place the tip on the engine, and the handle on your ear. The screwdriver acts like a stethoscope. You may be able to locate the noise location more precisely. If the noise is a light ticking, that could be a worn or maladjusted tappet. If its a heavy and loud knock, its something more serious. Loose front pulley bolts, AC compressor failure, loose alternator bolts all come to mind. Look for a local expert on your make of car, obviously NOT the dealer.

If switch is in steering wheel hub, you have to remove thehub to gain access to it. Then clean out the switch contacts making sure that there is some air between them for when you push to make contact.