I just got a '97 Maxima and while I was replacing the bumper I noticed this. I knew the car had gotten into an accident but I just don't know how to fix this. There was a big dent in the bumper and fender. When I took off the old bumper, I noticed there is a bar or piece that connects from under one headlight to another and it is bent which causes the driver side headlight to be higher than the other. Here's some pics.

http://i25.tinypic.com/nd6aec.jpg

http://i26.tinypic.com/10ye1du.jpg

http://i25.tinypic.com/261bwwy.jpg

So what do you guys think and what is that part called? Can it be banged out back into place or should I just buy a new one (if so, how much would it cost?) Thanks

 

Anyone have any ideas?

 

Well what do you know that actually worked. When I jiggled the key after turning and nothing happened, the car started right up. That was perfect, thank you. I guess I know now that I may be needing a new ignition switch... wonderful. Thanks Wizard.

PewterSS

 

When recharging AC, how much PSI should it be when its full?

 

If you're doing it properly, you'll have put in 1.43 lbs of refrigerant.

 

i am connecting an aftermarket radio, im almost done but when i connect the dashboard lights to the power its powered on but when i turn on the headlights it shuts off, the fog lights when i connected them to the power supply the dashlights dont work aat all do you know what this could be?

 

Well its not empty, just topping off to get cold again. How many psi is that on low end?

Also, Can you identify what #1 is and where I could find it? Cant find anywhere and mine are warped and torn.

 

i have a 98 maxima. When my car sits for a few hours is starts right up but when i turn if off and try to turn it back on it doesnt start. it doesnt turn over. i recently replaced the battery and starter. i tested the alternator and its good. what can it be?

 

Ok , so me and my wife are obviously new to the site and had a couple questions for some maxima ownwers. We are looking to buy a maxima and there are two different ones we are looking at. One is a 96 5-spd ( but it has cooling problems). The other is a 92 that looks fairly good being a 92. the 96 is only a thousand dollars and the 92 is like 1500. To make a long story short are the performance part for the 92 going to be harder to find since its older ? I really just want some honest solutions. Like for example if the 92 has some kind of underlieing problems v/s the 96. which is more likely to be quicker and cheaper to fix up , etc...
Thanks in advance.

 

...do you not think it would be more logical to ask about a 3rd gen in the 3rd gen subforum?

 

Do you know exactly how much is in there now? If so, then do some simple math and add that much refrigerant.

I won't help with adding refrigerant from a can and judging by pressure, as that is in no way an accurate method. Do it the proper way or don't do it at all, really.

Did you not try a dealer, or a Nissan parts site?
54329-39U00, $9.27 each at Courtesy

 

Sorry man ! I wasnt tring to ask only about the 92 . I was wondering about the 96 also. Ill take the other questions to the 3rd gen forums sorry. I was wanting to know about both but somehow how more questions about the 92 came out , lol. My fault..

 

I have a 96 nissan maxima s.e will an condenser/radiator fan assembly work from a 97 maxima? thanks

 

hoping someone can still help me with my problem?

 

For this picture, the first bolt at the top that secures the strut. Does it have to be tight? Everytime I try and tighten it the strut just spins feely. Is that normal? When I drive it sounds like something is loose could that be it?
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More than likely those parts will work just fine.

 

That is definitely not normal. This is more than likely the source of the problem.

 

How would I go at fixing that? The Tokico Illuminas state that any tool used on the shock will void the warrenty and I cannot tighten the Strut nut at the top without using a tool to hold the strut.

 

You need a tool to hold the strut.

 

anybody know?

 

It could be many things. When you say 'turn over' are you (incorrectly) referring to cranking?

 

Where can I get #11 and #12 on this picture and for cheap?





and also, when I turn my car on I think some sort of belt squeaks really loud until I press the gas a few times while in park and it goes away. What is that and what do I have to do/how much do I have to pay to fix that?

TY

 

If its still under warranty see if they'll replace it, if not wrap the hell outta the piston with somethin and go for it

 

For the part (11) go to Courtesyparts.com, everythingnissan.com or a junkyard


belt issue, get some anti squeal grease from an auto parts store....http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJzpT...2C64F&index=15

 

yesss

 

Junkyard, someone parting out a car here, Dave Burnette from Southpoint Nissan if you want it new.

 

Do you know what the tool is called?

 

When I start up my car i get this Loud winding noise-from the passenger side wheel area. Ive been told its my power steering belt, and that its loose. How do i go about tightening it.

Auto 1996

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJzpT...2C64F&index=15

 

yay no more codes only the 1101 for the transmission but that can wait. so now my next issue, when i move the steering wheel (L( <- and -> )R) there is a clicking noise first i thought it was a rock or a nail stuck onto the wheel but i wasnt, when i start driving the car and making a left or right turn it clicks ill post some videos of it uploading to youtube. what can it be......

 

Probably one of your axles if its only when your turning. try to see which side its coming from and replace it

 

okay so here it is this is the only good sound clip i got the other ones you can barely hear it http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mVHpdVx0DLg


also i had a leak in my front valve cover so i replaced the gaskets for it and the leak is still there
what is going on.

 

so..my mom bought me wax for my car. i figured great, make my car nice and shiny...little did i know it was for red cars. so now the rubber around the windows and all the scratches turned pink. the car is shiny, but my car has pink on it too. how do i get it off? =/

 

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I know how to tighteb the ac/alternator belt but the power steering is on the other belt

 

ok i dont know where to begin i bought a 95 maxima after only a thousand miles the engine bearing went. I have what my dad swore at the time was another 95 at the house with a blown tranny. over the last two weeks my friend who is a mechanic and I have gone about ripping out two motors and putting the motor from the maxima with the blwon tranny into the maxima i just bought. now come to find out that maxima we used as the replacement motor was a 94 therefore OBD1 well everything else including wiring harness and such are OBD2. now my question this. is the motor swap now even feasible and what will it take i need ths ca rback on the road asap to go to work and college without reling on other people for rides, i also live in conneticut and the emmisions law says any 95 and older gets the snake up the tailpipe, well anything 96 and above gets plugged in. i cant legally pass emissions if my "95" maxima is plugged in but it will pass for the snake. am i safe or is that law just a technicality and any garage will plug in an OBD2 car?

 

So you're trying to swap in an engine from a 3rd gen? ...why? That's rather pointless, when a VQ is so cheap.

If it's older than '96, everywhere will put it on the rollers. That's just how it is.

 

Did you use RTV on the valve cover gasket, or just throw it on without reading any instructions?



Have you taken a look at it yet?

 

so i found out that i my e-brake does not work. meaning that when i pull it, the back tires still spin as if it isn't engaged. guy at the inspection place told me this without even looking (which amazes me). so my question is where can i get a good brake kit (calipers, rotors, pads, fluid) for my 95 SE??

also my whole center console doesnt work (clock and bose). when I bought it (3 weeks ago) it didnt work and i assumed it was because the car is 14 years old. So how would i go about fixing the clock??? as for the stereo...would it be wise to buy an aftermarket or just get a different HU?

thanks for the help

 

see id love to go out and buy a new engine but iv allready spent a ton on parts and bought the car for $1800 i have very little money left and i need this car back up and running now because if i dont i cant get to my job or school. now is this even a feasible project to switch the 94 motor into the 95 or is this a waste of effort