How much should it cost to have a diagnostic on my Max?

Thanks!

 

Do it yourself. Its extremely simple, just read the FAQ's and get a small screw driver. Read the flashing codes directly from the ECU and then look up the code. All the info is available though "Maxima.org"

Shop rates very however it is possible to get free scans. Autozone offers a free code scan service right in the parking lot of their store. Just ask an employee to scan your car.

 

I suggest buying a scanner. MUCH easier. (or do the toggle switch conversion.

 

No.

The screwdriver is not difficult at all. It takes a total of 15 seconds to do.

 

The screw is made of plastic and could wear out quite easily. Then what? You're....well....screwed.:laugh

 

Wow, really. I just checked mine and it looks like steel, sounds like steel, and oh god no way, feels like steel too. Maybe I'm just better than you...

 

WRONG! Take a closer look. A white plastic screw in a blue plastic housing. It is a three pole switch (like a 3 position toggle) Perhaps you are looking at the wrong screw... Why would that make an electronig component out of a material that will oxidize? Or better yet, make one out of a material that CONDUCTS electricity yet half of its life is spent INSULATING from electricity. It sure isn't steel, Dingo...

 

Mine looks steel or alum ( dull silver).

 

What is the Toggle switch conversion?

 

Make sure you are looking at the correct end. You should be looking near the accelerator ped. Remove the service cover and follow the procedures for placing the ECU into diagnostic mode.

 

 

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