Top 20 2005 Nissan Maxima Questions & Answers

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Yes, you need a technician with a professional grade scan tool computer, to do a full scan. It will tell you where all the issues are. It sounds like bad sensors.

You must programme it first, before use.

Check your fuel pressure under a load. Possible fuel line restriction. Also check the tps for on open signal at WOT wide open throttle.

The most obvious first place to look is at the heater coil. Sounds like it's history.

There might be a vacuum leak, check leaks on the inlet manifold and other areas after the MAS.

Can you return the car for a refund? Check your state's anti lemon law.

get into the car , close and lock all doors. insert your key into the ignition in and out 6 times or until your directionals flash. that's when the car is in program mode. you need to pay attention to it while putting key in and out of the ignition. watch your dash for flashing. its kinda hard, but you can do it. so just take your key and put it inside of the igniton and take it out 6 times in a row or until lights flash. when lights flash, put the key in the ignition and turn it to accesorries position (do not start the car). when the dash / cluster lights up after you turn the key, press any button on the remote. your hazards should flash on the dash again. after that happens, take the key out of the ignition and unlock the door with the door lock switch and open the door. remote is now programmed. congrats. you did it.

unplug the engine mount. you will never know the difference if its plugged in or unplugged.

have the OBD codes read, this should give you code numbers relating to what is causing the problem

when you remove the pan, its right there, 8 torx head bolts

You need to have a live data scanner hooked up to verify the powertrain control module (PCM) is actually receiving the signals from the CMP sensors you replaced, there is no more guessing here and no quick answers, it is a possibility the wiring harness and connectors to the sensors is defective, the wiring should always be replaced whenever the sensors are replaced on this engine ALWAYS, as they are frequently the problem and not the sensors themselves. But due to the difficulty of replacing the CMP's they both are replaced as a unit repair. Also it may be helpful for you to read the info at the link below. P0345 2005 Nissan Maxima Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Bank 2

check oil level.

The light is probably on because there is something wrong with one of the ABS sensors near the hub. The sensors are pretty fragile and not really surprising that one goes bad after several years. They cost about $110-140 at a dealer for the part.

Do u have lights? CK fuses, relays, make sure ground connection is good on both ends (same pos cable)

If it's because of a mechanical problem you may need a new engine . Has the engine overheated ? Stoped for no reason . Made any strange noise's . Did you try turning the engine over by hand with a socket an 1/2 drive breaker bar ?

Can you hear the fuel pump working?

Boyd, the dealer can change ignition and fobs/remotes and the program to differ from original. "I hope this helped you out, if so let me know by pressing the helpful button. Check out some of my other posts if you need more tips and info."

Hi Sharlene, The link below is a youtube video on how to test for a bad coil on a Nissan Maxima motor, The guy shows the firing order at 48 seconds into the video and unfortunately spark plug/coil number 3 is middle at the back... Good luck.......CHEERS.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZPiD7nv9Bw

where your brake pedal mounts to the pedal assembly there is an electric switch on the brake pedal arm that has a tang that is pushed in when you apply the brake. Replace said switch. If this is confusing watch this video; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6MdAVgr-y8