1997 Nissan Maxima rear speaker replacement: how do I get access to the rear deck speakers so that I can replace them? They seem to be screwed in from the top, rather than the bottom where I can get to them (from inside the trunk). Is there a way to lift off the rear deck panel? I tried to pry off the speaker grilles on top, but they seemed locked to the panel or otherwise unmovable. Thanks.

SOURCE: 1990 nissan maxima trunk release switch

Actually, this car has security system that prevent the trunk opened without using the master key. I often use this to lock my trunk. Just slid up the tiny lever upward to allow the trunk open from inside. the lever is on the back trunk (in the center, behind the Tail light) where the trunk door hook up with the lock system.
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SOURCE: 1997 nissan maxima-no communication from the data link connector

theo other way is do do the codes by the computer should have to lights on the side and flashes red and green if there not there the data link my be screwed up a little try blowing in it make sure the connectors are in good shape check all fuses and wiring to the link

SOURCE: Nissan Maxima 1997- Battery

Sounds as if you need the electrical portion of the ignition switch. The contacts inside are most likely worn out.

SOURCE: 1997 maxima emission code repair on 400 & 500

P0400 is auxillary emmisions control and P0500 is vehicle speed idle speed control auxiliary inputs.

SOURCE: Starter motor and ignition switch and O2 sensor and pipe 1997 Nissan Maxima

You need to remove all of the air intake and other things behind the battery. The start motor is held in with two bolts. You might need a breaker bar to break loose the one bold as I did. Once you remove all of the air intake equipment. This will help you gain access to the starter motor. You might not need to remove all the air intake equipment I know it made it alot easier for me to remove the starter and I took it to the auto store and had it tested.