5th Gen "I AM NEW HERE BUT HAVE A QUESTION" thread

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Jun 21, 2007 | 08:35 PM
  #2321  
HEHE thanks Josh ...

Quote: they sell them....but keep in mind it's an OEM Nissan part...which means it costs about 10x as much as comparable aftermarket products.

keep your eye on junkyards
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Jun 21, 2007 | 08:36 PM
  #2322  
I want to get the Stillen Kit eventually

Quote: yea that is true. but most people these days go with the stillen lip it looks 10x better. then the AE kit.
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Jun 21, 2007 | 08:40 PM
  #2323  
i think the stillen kit is a little more rounded, and the ae kit is sharper? anyone else?
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Jun 21, 2007 | 08:43 PM
  #2324  
Quote: You know what Craigs..

Im still pretty new to Maintenance etc for the Max's. But i had my Belt replace when it was making a really bad WINNING noise when the engine was cold as well as the weather.. And also notice it was cracking..

Now after i got the belt replace it was too lose and still made the Winning noise so you tighten the Tension on it .. But if its too tight it will make a whistling kind of noise ..

(hope that make sense)
everything is good info to me, thanks always. i thing the noise is coming from the actual pulley tho, all it is is a big bearing that the belt is riding on
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Jun 22, 2007 | 08:14 AM
  #2325  
Quote: Check out housecors site. Its in the stickies under lighting mods in the FAQ link. I have the link at work computer.
Can you please post that link when you get a chance? Thanks.
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Jun 22, 2007 | 08:31 AM
  #2326  
Quote: Can you please post that link when you get a chance? Thanks.
Can you please at least read the stickys
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Jun 23, 2007 | 06:12 PM
  #2327  
I bought a 2k 5spd SE today and wanted to know if you guys had any objections to buying a 5th gen over a 5.5. I know about the 3.5l engine but did not see any major reason not to get it because of the price i got the car for. Is there any real BIG things ill miss out on besides the power?
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Jun 23, 2007 | 08:42 PM
  #2328  
Quote: Can you please post that link when you get a chance? Thanks.

its

innerbeam.com/housecor
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Jun 23, 2007 | 09:09 PM
  #2329  
Quote: I bought a 2k 5spd SE today and wanted to know if you guys had any objections to buying a 5th gen over a 5.5. I know about the 3.5l engine but did not see any major reason not to get it because of the price i got the car for. Is there any real BIG things ill miss out on besides the power?
the joy of adding oil every couple weeks?

In truth, I don't care about the 3.5 engine itself, but I surely would love to have the 6MT on the 5.5 gen...for gear ratios AND for highway gas mileage.
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Jun 23, 2007 | 09:31 PM
  #2330  
Quote: the joy of adding oil every couple weeks?

In truth, I don't care about the 3.5 engine itself, but I surely would love to have the 6MT on the 5.5 gen...for gear ratios AND for highway gas mileage.

I saw what you did there. Not all the engines have the ring issue. The 6mt is nice, the engine is a little bit more powerful. My 96 engine was solid. My 03 engine is solid. The 6mt allows me to cruise at 75 at 2k rpm. I dont like the look of 6th's, I prefer 4th's, but 5th's are growing on me.
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Jun 24, 2007 | 07:58 AM
  #2331  
Quote: its

innerbeam.com/housecor

http://forums.maxima.org/showpost.ph...postcount=2315
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Jun 24, 2007 | 09:34 AM
  #2332  
ive got a question would anybody happen to know where the 02 sensor bank 2 rear?..ive been trying to locate it but cant seem to find it...ive tried autozone and oreilly and advance auto and they tell me each and every different 02 ?..the codes are p0158,p0159,and p0160
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Jun 25, 2007 | 03:38 PM
  #2333  
Hey guys,

I'm going to take off the splash guards on my '02 and just wanted to know if there is any way to do it besides taking off the wheel. Looks like the only possibility to me. Thanks.
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Jun 25, 2007 | 03:44 PM
  #2334  
Quote: Hey guys,

I'm going to take off the splash guards on my '02 and just wanted to know if there is any way to do it besides taking off the wheel. Looks like the only possibility to me. Thanks.
Why are you taking them off?
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Jun 25, 2007 | 04:55 PM
  #2335  
I have an 02 and I was wondering if there was a way to make the foglights come on when u just have the parking lights on, and if so, do u know how or can u direct me to where I can find out how to do it... Thanks all.
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Jun 25, 2007 | 05:01 PM
  #2336  
Quote: I have an 02 and I was wondering if there was a way to make the foglights come on when u just have the parking lights on, and if so, do u know how or can u direct me to where I can find out how to do it... Thanks all.
http://www.innerbean.com/housecor/fog_rewire.html
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Jun 25, 2007 | 07:39 PM
  #2337  
I got a 2001 SE and my abs light just recently came on. I tried researching the problem on here but there doesn't seem to be a common cause to the problem that I could find.

I know I need to replace my rotors & pads (just from driving not from the light) but do you think this could have caused my ABS light to come on? If not what could be the problem...and the bottom line, how much is this going to cost me?
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Jun 25, 2007 | 07:58 PM
  #2338  
If the ABS light went on, not to be mistaken fro the Brake light, then it is probably one of your 4 wheel sensors.
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Jun 25, 2007 | 10:02 PM
  #2339  
It's the ABS light and I also notice a low sounding rumbling coming from my brake pedal area whenever I start the car. Sounds like something starting or trying to kick in...very low sound but I'm an observant person lol.

If it is one of the sensors how much do you think that'll cost?
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Jun 26, 2007 | 05:16 AM
  #2340  
Because I want to..Think it will look better. Are they really necessary?
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Jun 26, 2007 | 06:50 AM
  #2341  
Quote: It's the ABS light and I also notice a low sounding rumbling coming from my brake pedal area whenever I start the car. Sounds like something starting or trying to kick in...very low sound but I'm an observant person lol.

If it is one of the sensors how much do you think that'll cost?
That low rumble you're hearing is the ABS module running a diagnostic test and it is not finding one of the sensors. The sensor itself is about 115$. Try www.pinnaclenissan.com for it, and as far as install, search on here or download the FSM from phatg20.net.
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Jun 27, 2007 | 12:42 AM
  #2342  
ECU programming time?
A quick question, does anyone know how much ACTUAL time it should take a car dealer to flash the ECU? The crazy **** service guy said 2 hour which sounds ridiculous for a plug and play.

thanks again!
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Jun 27, 2007 | 07:33 AM
  #2343  
does anyone know the top speed on a 5.5 gen with and automatic
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Jun 27, 2007 | 09:32 AM
  #2344  
Quote: does anyone know the top speed on a 5.5 gen with and automatic
Soft limiter @ ~130 MPH.

Quote: A quick question, does anyone know how much ACTUAL time it should take a car dealer to flash the ECU? The crazy **** service guy said 2 hour which sounds ridiculous for a plug and play.

thanks again!
Shouldn't take more than an hour.
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Jun 27, 2007 | 09:37 AM
  #2345  
Any other opinions on how long it takes to flash the ECU? I'm looking to shove something in the service guys face.
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Jun 27, 2007 | 09:41 AM
  #2346  
http://forums.maxima.org/showpost.ph...18&postcount=8
http://forums.maxima.org/showpost.ph...26&postcount=6
http://forums.maxima.org/showpost.ph...9&postcount=12
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=313484
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=239497
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Jun 27, 2007 | 02:30 PM
  #2347  
okay so when i leave my car in park, it will die pretty consistently in about 5-30 seconds. I've learned that this is probably an IACV goin out.

My car's acceleration from rest is very uneven. I will depress the gas pedal and smoothly, but it is like it takes a sec to grab. And when it does get up and go, it jumps up in revs like i floored the thing.

Is this most likely the IACV too? or am i lookin at more than one problem?

this is on a 2k automatic. thanks org.

And oh yeah, any idea on what a new IACV costs?
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Jun 27, 2007 | 05:09 PM
  #2348  
non-s ftl...but they might as well be.
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Jun 28, 2007 | 07:04 PM
  #2349  
Hi
i have a 2001 maxima se 20th anniversary edition
ive had this problem since i bought the car..the left front headlight does not work on low beam
switching the bulbs dint work either
my dad tested all the fuses inside the car and in the hood one by one and they all are fine...what we figured out was that there is no power coming to it

however, the low beam and daytime lights work fine
ive been googling all over and searching this forum for the past 6 months with no results related to my car
i found stuff about the 4th gen having this problem but its probly not related to this

can anyone help me?? pllz
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Jun 30, 2007 | 04:57 PM
  #2350  
bump fts
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Jul 1, 2007 | 11:38 AM
  #2351  
Hey,

Can someone tell me the difference in the air filters for a 2000 max cause mine is due to be changed but i dont know which one to purchase.........i really just need a regular one cause i plan on gettin rid of the car in a lil while anyway..... Any help would be appreciated....thanks
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Jul 1, 2007 | 11:45 AM
  #2352  
Stock air filters are the same from 1995 - 2003.
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Jul 1, 2007 | 12:33 PM
  #2353  
My windows seem to stick to the top of the rubber lining when rolling them down. It even looks like this effect has thrown 2 of my windows off their tracks. Any sort of recommendations on what I should use to lubricate the molding in there?
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Jul 1, 2007 | 01:05 PM
  #2354  
Quote: My windows seem to stick to the top of the rubber lining when rolling them down. It even looks like this effect has thrown 2 of my windows off their tracks. Any sort of recommendations on what I should use to lubricate the molding in there?
clean with wet rag
lubricate with silicon spray (its non-oil based so it wont attract more dirt)
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Jul 1, 2007 | 06:26 PM
  #2355  
Quote: Stock air filters are the same from 1995 - 2003.
Thanks.... but like which brand would be best.......and cheap........???? lol
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Jul 1, 2007 | 06:48 PM
  #2356  
Quote:
bump fts
i dont get it...what was wrong with my question?
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Jul 1, 2007 | 07:12 PM
  #2357  
he was bumping the thead to keep it on top so we dont have lots of little threads

Err untill now i havent really cared about this problem, i was told its common w/ nissans but i really didnt care because i would buy gas at $15 a time lol. But whenever i go to fill up i cant even get to mebey a third of a gallon w/ out the gas sloshing out.... and this is filling it up slow. Is there a breather hose or something i need to clear out?
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Jul 2, 2007 | 11:19 AM
  #2358  
Guys,
I am selling Weapon R short ram intake (foam filter) with cleaning kit. Fits Max 02-03 Used for 6 months. Reason: don’t want loud noise any more. $200.00 originally. Asking $100.00 neg. If you are in NYC area pickup can be arranged. Can ship with UPS, shipping charge depends on your location.Can take payment to PayPal. Please, email to: ikvichan@yahoo.com, if interested. I am not sure if I can post it here, so please let me know if there is a place to sell on the forum where I can post it.
Thanks.
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Jul 2, 2007 | 03:10 PM
  #2359  
Quote: Guys,
I am selling Weapon R short ram intake (foam filter) with cleaning kit. Fits Max 02-03 Used for 6 months. Reason: don’t want loud noise any more. $200.00 originally. Asking $100.00 neg. If you are in NYC area pickup can be arranged. Can ship with UPS, shipping charge depends on your location.Can take payment to PayPal. Please, email to: ikvichan@yahoo.com, if interested. I am not sure if I can post it here, so please let me know if there is a place to sell on the forum where I can post it.
Thanks.
http://forums.maxima.org/forumdispla...aysprune=&f=60
http://forums.maxima.org/showthread.php?t=510835
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Jul 2, 2007 | 03:16 PM
  #2360  
Sorry for asking these noob Q's, as I know this has been covered.. having search difficulties seriously patience is gone. RSB and brakes on the way looking for further suspension complements.

1- LTB (stage 2 of course) eliminates the need for FSTB (or rather makes it not worth it)?

2- Where do you buy the OTTO FSTB as I CANNOT find where. Link for the for the noob please. :/

3- A few tips on using search as I am getting frustrated with it.
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