Starting problem??
09-13-2006, 03:36 PM
#1
Starting problem??
I know this has been discussed a million times but, I searched and tried everything there is to try.
This is what happens when the car is sitting for 5 or more hours(doesn't matter temp) it cranks for like 10-12 seconds stumbles a little ad then starts. I tried alot of things including cleaning the throttle body,iacv,pvc,changing fuel filter, ergc selenoid valve, and the satarter was replaced right before i bought it and many other things. I have no check engine light or any other problems.The only thing I can think of now would be the fuel pump, but would that affect the overall performance of the car?? I am hoping some of you max guru's can help me out.
This is what happens when the car is sitting for 5 or more hours(doesn't matter temp) it cranks for like 10-12 seconds stumbles a little ad then starts. I tried alot of things including cleaning the throttle body,iacv,pvc,changing fuel filter, ergc selenoid valve, and the satarter was replaced right before i bought it and many other things. I have no check engine light or any other problems.The only thing I can think of now would be the fuel pump, but would that affect the overall performance of the car?? I am hoping some of you max guru's can help me out.
09-15-2006, 04:26 AM
#15
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Hey everyone.. Sorry to hijack this thread, but I tried to post one and since I have not yet 15 posts I cannot, and apparantly I can't earn those posts in the test forum...
My max is having problems starting, too.. but its like the starter just dies completely.
I can whap it with a screwdriver a few times and it will start but it's been getting weaker over the last 6 months and more frequent. Do I just need to have the starter replaced for the 2nd time? the first time this happened I had it replaced but it didn't solve the issue.
Also, when inspecting it, I've found two cables that are disconnected, one male one female, but, they do not fit together. They are right near the starter but seem to be for different purposes, both disconnected. One is red and one is black. Anyone know what these might be for or to where they go?
Here is a photo (click to enlarge)
Edit: They do reach each other, just one has 3 holes in the socket (red) and the other has one wide blade in the plug (black) ((even though the black looks like a socket and the red looks like a plug.. *shrugs*))
My max is having problems starting, too.. but its like the starter just dies completely.
I can whap it with a screwdriver a few times and it will start but it's been getting weaker over the last 6 months and more frequent. Do I just need to have the starter replaced for the 2nd time? the first time this happened I had it replaced but it didn't solve the issue.
Also, when inspecting it, I've found two cables that are disconnected, one male one female, but, they do not fit together. They are right near the starter but seem to be for different purposes, both disconnected. One is red and one is black. Anyone know what these might be for or to where they go?
Here is a photo (click to enlarge)
Edit: They do reach each other, just one has 3 holes in the socket (red) and the other has one wide blade in the plug (black) ((even though the black looks like a socket and the red looks like a plug.. *shrugs*))
09-15-2006, 06:36 AM
#16
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Join Date: Nov 2004
Posts: 21
babymac, I had the same problem a few weeks ago. Two problems:
1. Dying battery. New battery - helped a little especially since it's getting cooler in the morning.
2. Dying coil. This reared it's ugly head this week with alot of stumbling and service engine light coming on - replaced it and *poof* easy starting.
BTW ... my service engine light comes on every year just before emissions checking. What a pain!
1. Dying battery. New battery - helped a little especially since it's getting cooler in the morning.
2. Dying coil. This reared it's ugly head this week with alot of stumbling and service engine light coming on - replaced it and *poof* easy starting.
BTW ... my service engine light comes on every year just before emissions checking. What a pain!
09-18-2006, 04:24 PM
#21
Originally Posted by gassian
babymac...try grounding your trannny.
This problem is making me go crazy
09-18-2006, 05:58 PM
#22
May want to try replacing the ignition switch its cheap and if it dont fix ur problem just return it. it cost me $38 bux at nissan and it fixed 2 of my problems. That was one of them odd but true.
09-18-2006, 06:01 PM
#23
Originally Posted by overseaz
May want to try replacing the ignition switch its cheap and if it dont fix ur problem just return it. it cost me $38 bux at nissan and it fixed 2 of my problems. That was one of them odd but true.
I'll put it on the list
09-18-2006, 06:02 PM
#24
good luck with this, I have the same problem. I've come to the conclusion that its a fuel problem. Its just a guess, but hopefully when I get it checked out next week it will be fixed. Ill let you know what the tech's say if you're still having problems.
09-18-2006, 08:49 PM
#26
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was just tryin to get some info on this problem myself and came across something that i havent read on any of the maxima sites. try changing the coolant sensor. http://auto.consumerguide.com/Auto/U...ewreliability/
check out that link from consumer guide magazine. thas something that has never been mentioned.
check out that link from consumer guide magazine. thas something that has never been mentioned.
09-18-2006, 09:17 PM
#27
Not in this particular thread but a shyte load on this forum... 
Originally Posted by HYTE
check out that link from consumer guide magazine. thas something that has never been mentioned.
09-18-2006, 10:16 PM
#28
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ignition switch
it's very cheap.
http://www.rockauto.com/ref/Airtex/D...tml?1S6365.jpg 23 bux
the plastic inside the switch wears out... this cause starting problem when the key is turned but it doesn't turn the switch all the way.
If your starter is good, ..it's very likely this problem. Starter relay will rarely go bad..almost never(starter relay are cheap though).
check the fuse under on the driver side under panel. There is a fuel pump fuse.
http://www.rockauto.com/ref/Airtex/D...tml?1S6365.jpg 23 bux
the plastic inside the switch wears out... this cause starting problem when the key is turned but it doesn't turn the switch all the way.
If your starter is good, ..it's very likely this problem. Starter relay will rarely go bad..almost never(starter relay are cheap though).
check the fuse under on the driver side under panel. There is a fuel pump fuse.
09-19-2006, 03:44 AM
#29
Originally Posted by NmexMAX
Not in this particular thread but a shyte load on this forum...
btw I really appreciate everybodies help.
09-19-2006, 08:14 AM
#32
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Join Date: May 2005
Posts: 258
the coolant temp sensor is located right after your rubber hose coming off the radiator from the front of the engine. You will see it screwed to a metal piece from that rubber hose..
I can't get a pic now but did my best on describing..
good luck...
BTW..i replaced my coolant sensor --> nothin
replaced ignition switch --> you feel difference but was still there
grounded the tranny and the starter itself and there was a difference
I can't get a pic now but did my best on describing..
good luck...
BTW..i replaced my coolant sensor --> nothin
replaced ignition switch --> you feel difference but was still there
grounded the tranny and the starter itself and there was a difference
09-24-2006, 05:23 PM
#36
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Location: New City, NY
Posts: 552
CPS dude, had the same problem last year round this time and had exactly the same symptoms, i had the cps changed and no problems since. A word of the wise, dont hit the gas pedal in an attempt to start the car, i did it and ended up flooding two o2 sensors. Big money.
09-24-2006, 06:09 PM
#37
Originally Posted by 97maximaman
CPS dude, had the same problem last year round this time and had exactly the same symptoms, i had the cps changed and no problems since. A word of the wise, dont hit the gas pedal in an attempt to start the car, i did it and ended up flooding two o2 sensors. Big money.
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