Tune Up tools
10-12-2002, 04:03 PM
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Tune Up tools
I recently bought a Maxima and it had close to 90k miles on it. My dad would like me to perform the tune up myself so....
What tools do I need to perform a tune up at 90k miles? I have the Nissan maintenance manual but there is no tool list in the MA section. Also, how do I flush fluids? Is there anything else I should know for a beginner?
-Gambit
PS: What's the most gas efficient RPM?
What tools do I need to perform a tune up at 90k miles? I have the Nissan maintenance manual but there is no tool list in the MA section. Also, how do I flush fluids? Is there anything else I should know for a beginner?
-Gambit
PS: What's the most gas efficient RPM?
10-12-2002, 09:42 PM
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Re: Tune Up tools
Originally posted by gambit
I recently bought a Maxima and it had close to 90k miles on it. My dad would like me to perform the tune up myself so....
What tools do I need to perform a tune up at 90k miles? I have the Nissan maintenance manual but there is no tool list in the MA section. Also, how do I flush fluids? Is there anything else I should know for a beginner?
-Gambit
PS: What's the most gas efficient RPM?
I recently bought a Maxima and it had close to 90k miles on it. My dad would like me to perform the tune up myself so....
What tools do I need to perform a tune up at 90k miles? I have the Nissan maintenance manual but there is no tool list in the MA section. Also, how do I flush fluids? Is there anything else I should know for a beginner?
-Gambit
PS: What's the most gas efficient RPM?
SuDZ
10-12-2002, 09:59 PM
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Re: Tune Up tools
Originally posted by gambit
I recently bought a Maxima and it had close to 90k miles on it. My dad would like me to perform the tune up myself so....
What tools do I need to perform a tune up at 90k miles? I have the Nissan maintenance manual but there is no tool list in the MA section. Also, how do I flush fluids? Is there anything else I should know for a beginner?
-Gambit
PS: What's the most gas efficient RPM?
I recently bought a Maxima and it had close to 90k miles on it. My dad would like me to perform the tune up myself so....
What tools do I need to perform a tune up at 90k miles? I have the Nissan maintenance manual but there is no tool list in the MA section. Also, how do I flush fluids? Is there anything else I should know for a beginner?
-Gambit
PS: What's the most gas efficient RPM?
socket for the plugs and other than that just basic socket set,
pliers and a screwdriver. The latter two items will help out when
you change the fuel filter. For good info and details on how and
what to do go here: MaximaDriver.com
Just click on HOW2 in the left pane and select your activity from
the links on the right. Probably worthwhile to start with the 60K
tuneup section.
Cheers,
JK
10-12-2002, 11:01 PM
#7
Originally posted by gambit
Thanks for all your replies. Btw, what does a panel popping tool look like?
-gambit
Thanks for all your replies. Btw, what does a panel popping tool look like?
-gambit
You simply wedge the crowbar end between the hose and the piping it's attached to, and pry the hose off. it works perfectly, and also keeps you from accidentally ripping a hose from pulling on it.
IanS
10-12-2002, 11:23 PM
#8
Originally posted by gambit
Thanks for all your replies. Btw, what does a panel popping tool look like?
-gambit
Thanks for all your replies. Btw, what does a panel popping tool look like?
-gambit
i think it was like $5 from crutchfield.
10-12-2002, 11:39 PM
#9
Other tools you may need:
A 10" extension for the rachet set:
Helps out in lots of hard to reach places. Including replacing spark plugs.
A Torque wrench: For tightening all those bolts to Spec
A Breaker bar: For loosening all those old rusted stock bolts that won't move with the normal rachet. (ie. Struts, Starter..)
Have fun.
A 10" extension for the rachet set:
Helps out in lots of hard to reach places. Including replacing spark plugs.
A Torque wrench: For tightening all those bolts to Spec
A Breaker bar: For loosening all those old rusted stock bolts that won't move with the normal rachet. (ie. Struts, Starter..)
Have fun.
10-13-2002, 06:05 PM
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If I may add my suggestions (from experience):
ViseGrips - gets off what won't come off otherwise. Often, you'll have to replace the bolt, but if somethin is broken, you need it fixed.
A lot of common sense - taking stuff apart/putting it back together is not too tough, as long as you think it through.
The search function - if you haven't discovered it already, its at the top right and will SAVE you so many times.
If all else fails:
http://forums.maxima.org ... but you already found that!
ViseGrips - gets off what won't come off otherwise. Often, you'll have to replace the bolt, but if somethin is broken, you need it fixed.
A lot of common sense - taking stuff apart/putting it back together is not too tough, as long as you think it through.
The search function - if you haven't discovered it already, its at the top right and will SAVE you so many times.
If all else fails:
http://forums.maxima.org ... but you already found that!
10-19-2002, 01:18 PM
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I've been looking everywhere and I can't find a panel popper. 
I've checked Sears, Kragen, Autozone, and Pep Boys. I live in Orange County, CA. If anyone knows a place where I can purchase a panel popper, it'd be greatly appreciated.
-gambit
I've checked Sears, Kragen, Autozone, and Pep Boys. I live in Orange County, CA. If anyone knows a place where I can purchase a panel popper, it'd be greatly appreciated.-gambit
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