95.maxima

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i wouldnt have bought the car 3 weeks ago if it had major problems.

one-via

1)faulty #5 coil pack replaced.
2) replace O2 rear bank sensor

Otherwise, car is trouble free.

kahpitahn

My problems are dealing with a lot of issues with the body rusting out, the leaking every time it rains, the knock sensor, Maf sensor, egr solenoid (why the CEL is on now), Two front struts replaced, can't shift due to either slave cylinder or master clutch cylinder or air in the system, water comes in the trunk if I take it to the car wash, and I can't think of anything else.


Other than that I guess I'm good.
P.S. The two front axles and a rack, and both the lower control arms in the front.

I should start a poll. Who thinks that I should part this B!@#% out? Raise your hands now.

kahpitahn

Forgive me I just remembered that the Exhaust had rotted out from the cat back and I had that replaced. Please continue.

MorpheusZero

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'97 SE with 182k miles.

Possible inner tie rod replacement needed
Front struts just blew out, have replaced one of them (don't ask)
Front O2 sensor and EVAP code
Starter just completely went out, have to push start or roll start (good times)

Other than that, still going strong, original engine and tranny. No major problems.

winman15

injectors need replacing...otherwise shes been flawless for the las 6 years Iv owned her

kris3983

i put about 60k miles on mine and the only thing i had to replace is the thermastat and 02 sensor(whitch i havent replaced yet)

gatorsteeler

just bought a 99 max gle...like it but...ses light is on and i cant wait til i have these codes read to find these obvious hunkacrap materials that they used for the ignition, and emissions system...im a honda guy and bougth this car for a good price ( i thought) god i hate problems

wahoohead

Owned since new a 95 Max SE auto. Big items that wore out as would be expected, were the shocks, exhaust system,and the CV joints. Replaced the shocks, (and they are due again) and the cv joints with the full axles from RAXLES, had the local shop do the exhaust system, and it ended up being $200 for a cheap muffler.

Small stuff that also wore out, pads, rotors, fuel filter, starter, knock sensor, both o2 sensors, numerous air filters, lots of oil (synthetic from day two) and filters and gas, not to mention three sets of tires.

Auto trans has had 2 changes, and two flushes, along with one AUTO RX treatment. No slippage at 140,000. Also did two AUTO RX treatments on the engine. Never has burned a drop of oil, ever.

It will be hard to not try another Max, as this car has been just about trouble free. Not too sure about the CVT in the 6th gens.

menace_1877

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95 SE Dk Grn, 151K+ had since 01 with 85K

Starter
Alternator
Battery
Blower motor resistor
knock sensor
ETCS
Rear O2 sensor
CV drive axel
tranny pan seal
driver and passenger rear window regulators (within 2 weeks of each other)

All in All a GOOD car... no major complaints

nateap88

184,xxx struts went out, but i had a gf that lived down a ridiculously bumpy road. o2 sensor, tranny finally went(i race it), jiffylube effed up my radiator. still smokes hondas left and right

NismoMax1119

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120k miles. only had to replace 02 sensors and a battery since i got the car.

ajcool2

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I replaced my axles, starter, and knock sensor. I need a new emergency brake line and a strut mount. I'm not complaining though my car has been good to me and I love it.

hiren_patel_83

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1997 Nissan Maxima Gle

190K

These are list of things i've replaced

Alternator
Starter
Timing Belt
Fuel Injectors
Auto Transmission
CV Axles
3 O2 Sensors
Knock Sensor
Ignition Switch
Bose CD Player
Alternator Belt

Good thing I know how to replace all of this or i'd be on the street getting these parts fixed by a dealer or a mechanic.

I fixed all of these with the help of posts from MAXIMA.ORG

96DentKING

96 auto with 92XXX miles and still going strong. All she needs is her tune-up!

carnal_c30

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97 5spd 77k miles... runs like a champ
98 I30t 134k miles... runs like a champ
96 Auto 83k miles... runs... yea... needs knock sensor maf sensor

gatorsteeler

dude, just have a manual handy, check the forums here (like i have), go to autozone or whereever and have them check it out (give them the scoop) and do it your damn self.. $AVE CHEE$E and learn more about your car in the process. i know a honda engine inside and out. didnt know squat about this car when i bought it (impulse buy, black leather, sunroof, traction control...can anyone say chick magnet?) i got a good deal so i decided to get a Nissan. now i am a maxima.org member. all i can say is that they have their problems...but they are easily resolved. and the VQ...well that biotch ages like wine. headache CEL's yeah i got them too so what...get advice (w/o paying) and do the work yourself. your baby might run better when u bond with her more so get yer hands dirty and she might put out

andrei3333

haha this poll has certainly turned out like i thought it would be. not the way i intended but its ok.

^^^ that was funny, u make love to ur car in more ways then one.

db99

1995 SE. Bought it at 68,000mi (2004), now at 99,000.

Dealer replaced before I bought it:

1. Knock sensor
2. Evap purge solenoid valve (or something like that)
3. Rear O2 sensor

I've had to replace:

1. Fuel injector
2. Starter
3. CV boots
4. A/C evaporator

Probably more than I expected it to need -- especially the frickin' evaporator! -- but I suppose even if low miles it's still nearly 13 years old (made in mid 1994).

phoenix98

98 max SE 177000Km

2 front axles, 3 seized calipers, both O2 sensors, alternator (recall), clutch, rear bose speaker (amp), shifter somehow began touching the heat shield, shock absorbers

PhatboyNYC

I'm looking to buy a used Maxima and was wondering if 163k was too high. I know Maximas last a long time and the car seems very well maintained and in great shape, but the guy is asking $4100 and is pretty firm on his price. Opinions?

hiren_patel_83

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phatboy nyc, make sure that these items have been replace or you mive have to replace them.

3 02 sensors
Alternator
Ignition Switch
Knock Sensor


These are common problems in a maxima. I know about 8 people who've had to replace thes items after 100k.

Nissan 6

price is too high

PhatboyNYC

Thanks for the quick reply. I'm also looking at another 97 SE with only 110k miles on it but the car's SES check engine light and Airbag light are on. The seller for this car is looking to get $3500 for the car which seems more appealing than the one for $4100 and 163k miles. I'm assuming the check engine light is caused by faulty o2 sensors maybe? If so, how costly is it to replace them? I haven't had a chance to check the codes but are any of the other possibilities for the SES light costly to fix?

P.S. I've tried the push button 10 times trick found in the stickies regarding the airbag light but it didn't work. The car's never been in an accident and the airbags never deployed. Is there a way to shut off the airbag light? Other than the 2 lights, the car seems to drive and run fine.

Eric425

o2 sensors, 2 misfiring cylinders.

konak85

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147,000 on my 98 5spd; had it since 126,000

just regular maintenance and modding.
original motor & gearbox
only replaced leaking clutch line and passenger axle.

svojs

No major problems (yet). My max is still young (a little bit over 100k miles).

Does the defective coil pack of '99 model count?

LeVeL

Lets see... I have a new transmission, new suspension, new brakes and tires, new exhaust, a SES for a buttload of stuff. I think I'll vote for...... everything thats bad

hobokenkid

Calipers froze/ Ignition coils/ Canister seems like these were commonon a lot of maximas

raybone97-I30t

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210,000 miles.......2 alternators, 1 starter, 4 brake jobs (2 with rotors and rear caliper) brakes suck on this car...knock sensor, now have a evap canister control valve prob.....BUT. that aint **** compared to how much ive gotten out of this car,, bought it used in 98 for 12,500 because of scratches on hood,, lol,,,ive put 176,ooo miles on it.. the best car ive owned. still looks good too...

tc97max

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Hell yes i have had major problems in my maxima, the Tranny went out (5 sp). Their have been so many problems with my Maxima I regret buying it. They are expensive to repair, and I was under the empression that the maxima was a reliable and dependable car, well not mine thats for sure, it has 150000 miles on it and i have spent more on repairs then what I bought the piece of **** for.

Flava_24/7

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Maybe you should have done more research on the history of the car before you bought it.
Ive had my max for a bit over 10 years and its been a great car. The only issues that have popped up are routine things for a car of its age, AC compressor, clutch, alternato, battery and starter.
If a car is beaten and not cared for properly of course its going to have major issues in time. 150k isnt really that much for a max. My last motor had well over 200k and still performed really well. It only came out because of me wanting to go boost. My tranny finally crapped out here recently, but it has close to 300k and it was bound to happen with the mileage and power Im making.
Whenever you have someone else do your work, its going to be a bit costly.
Parts for the max are really reasonable though.

tc97max

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No parts are not reasonable for the maxima and the previous owner was not and idiot he was a family friend and cared for the car the way it should be, it was definatly not beaten around. Dont get me wrong I love my max it is just hard to love it lately with the amount of money I have spent on it. If I had the money I would not care but I am going from pay check to pay check with all the repairs i have done.

Flava_24/7

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So whats not a "reasonable" price for parts? If you think the parts for a 10 year old car are high, dont ever consider buying a newer vehicle that isnt under warranty.
What exactly went out on the tranny? I know the 4th gens trannies arent the strongest but if the car was cared for like you stated i dont see how it just died at 150k. Just what have you had problems with?
You state youve had to spend all this money on all the parts, how much and what parts?
There are many maixmas on this board that have reached over 200k and are still really realiable.

ucmet011

96 maxima 225xxx. put a used tranny in about 3xxx miles ago. just replaced the knock sensor today. car wont start now. have no clue why.

piggoat1

i just put in a spec stage 2 cluch and a new rear main seal

Cant_Get_Ryte

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98 se manual 86k
no major, stupid **** like a dead ac switch, security led died, vinyl split on the doorpanel+console, damn temp gauge died,knock sensor swapped, and vss swapped, other than that nothing more serious.

tc97max

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OK the tranny could very possably have been my fault seeing as how when I first got the car especially after putting the ypipe on I was pretty bad about flooring it at every strait away I found, and I took it to the drag strip twice. It was the bearing in the tranny I think all six. But other than that the crank pully, the EGR valve, calipers, e-brake is all ****ed up, rust were the spoiler connects to the trunk lid, fog light, many others I just cant think of them right now and have to go. Oh and also I mean if I would have bought a **** **** honda civic I woud probably be paying less for part and not buying as many replacement parts mostly because if I had a civic I would not be driving it the way I drive my Maxima.

Flava_24/7

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Like I said, whoever owned it didnt really take too good of care of the vehicle.
Rear or front calipers? Rears are known to mess up but the fronts if cared for and lubed properly when changing pads shouldtnt give you problems.
E Brake? Whats wrong, the tension? If so thats easily adjusted.
Fog lights? What the bulbs? Wiring?

tc97max

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You are right I just have been in a bad mood about my money situation right now and saw the thread and decided to rant. I have probably not taken care of my Maxima the way it should be, but I have a friend with a 96' who drives his like I do and has had no major problems with his and I have a good friend with a 97' GTI VR6 who drives his car even more abusively than I do and he has not had major problems whith his car so I have just been angry at myself and my car. But anyway it was the rear calipers. The E Brake is totaly messed up, at first it would stick in the winter over night, and recently it had been sticking in the summer I had used it one day, dont remember why but I did, and it would not come unstuck. I messed around and could not find were it was hung up or some thing, because the damn thing it hidden up on top of the heat shield and now it wont go up at all its tight as hell. ( before it would go up very easily to a certain point then engage as if it was not releasing which it wasent). IT was a bulb in the fog light. My starter, clutch, and ignition switch, CV boots, lower left ball joint, muffler and b-pipe were totaly rusted out, these are a few more things that have gone wrong with my car that I just remembered.