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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks from 1990+
Nissan -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> COMPRESSOR, REPLACE
Vehicle: 1994 Nissan Maxima GXE 3.0 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable and discharge and recover A/C system.
- Loosen A/C idler pulley and remove drive belt from compressor pulley.
- Disconnect compressor electrical connector.
- Disconnect refrige...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks from 1990+.
NISSAN, HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEM -> PROPORTIONING VALVE -> AXXESS -> MAXIMA -> PATHFINDER & PICKUP -> SERVICE -> TESTING -> Type B
Vehicle: 1991 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS
SERVICE
On models with external proportioning valves, when replacing proportioning valve refer to Figs. through .
TESTING
AXXESS
If dual load sensing valve is damaged, replace as an assembly.
- With one person sitting in drivers seat, set rear axle load to 1544 lbs. by positioning weight in luggage area.
- Install pressure gauge KV991V0010 as shown in Fig. . Then bleed air from front and rear brake lines.
- Apply brakes, bring front brake pressure up to 711 psi. Refer to Fig. for specifications.
- Apply brakes, bring front brake pressure up to 1422 psi. Refer to Fig. for specifications...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Nissan/Datsun -> Component Locations -> 1985-99 Maxima V6 3.0L Engine
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Maxima SE 3.0 V6 GAS
Refer...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2009 Nissan Maxima SV 3.5 V6 GAS
Front
Before removing front axle assembly, remove wheel sensor from assembly. Move it away from front axle assembly area. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to sensor wires and wheel sensor becoming inoperative.
- Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
- Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
- On models equipped with ABS, remove ABS wheel sensor. Note before removing front axle assembly, remove ABS wheel sensor from assembly, then position it aside. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to sensor or s...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Wiring Diagrams -> Wire Color Code Identification
Vehicle: 2007 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Remove air intake duct.
- Remove harness protector...
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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2002-03 Maxima
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Maxima 3.5 V6 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Remove the glove compartment.
- Remove the instrument panel lower trim panel.
- Remove the cabin air filter cover retainer clip.
- Slide the cover upward to remove.
- Remove the cabin air filter...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Nissan -> Check Engine Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2003 Nissan Maxima 3.5 V6 GAS
The Check Engine lamp will light when the ignition is on with engine not running. When the engine is started, then lamp should go out. If it does not, a diagnostic trouble code has been stor...
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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks from 1990+
Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2002 Nissan Maxima 3.5 V6 GAS
Inlet
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
- Remove hose from heater core.
- Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
- Remove hose from water outlet.
- Remove hose from vehicle.
- Reverse procedure to install.
Outlet
- Disconnect battery ground cable.
- Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
- Reposition hose clamp at heate...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 1992 Nissan Maxima SE 3.0 V6 GAS
- Loosen lock nut on power steering pump.
- Loosen adjusting bolt on power steering pump.
- Remove power steering pump drive belt.
- Loosen lock nut on alternator belt idler pulley.
- Loosen adjusting bolt on alternator b...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Component Parts & Harness Connector Location Diagram for 2006 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
Component Parts & Harness Connector Location Diagram for 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS Components on diagram: |
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
2008 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
1996 Nissan Maxima GXE 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram Components on diagram: |
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OUTPUT GEAR WHINE (60-70 MPH) - REVISED Vehicle: 1995 Nissan Maxima GXE 3.0 V6 GAS Symptoms: |
Document: BATTERY TESTING: NISSAN ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT AND GENUINE NISSAN REPLACEMENT BATTERIES - REVISED Vehicle: 1985 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.
- Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
- Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
- Minimum brake lining thickness.
- Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs
A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.
- Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap
COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules
QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.
- Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
- Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Final drive fill & drain plug torques
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
- Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
- Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
- Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
- Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
- Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
- Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+
- Airflow sensor electrical specifications
- Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
- Barometric pressure sensor specs
- Battery group number and cranking performance
- Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
- Engine compression pressures
- Coolant temperature sensor specs
- Computer advance.
- Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
- Distributor advance specifications
- Ignition pickup coil resistance
- Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
- Engine fastener torque values
- Firing order diagrams
- Fuel system pressures
- Generator (alternator) specs
- Intake air temperature sensor specs
- Ignition coil specifications
- Fuel injector resistance
- Engine idle speeds
- Knock sensor resistance
- Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
- Mixture control solenoid resistance
- Voltage regulator specs
- Spark plug applications & gaps
- Starter motor electrical specs.
- Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
- Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
- Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
- Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
- Throttle position sensor specs
- Vacuum sensor valve specs
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