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2003 maxima 6 speed shuts off while driving!!

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Old 08-08-2010, 04:12 PM
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2003 maxima 6 speed shuts off while driving!!

I changed my oil myself today with mobile 1 trying to be nice to it since i've had so many issues after the OC i drove it for a while. At a stop light i went to take off and pluaaaah car died!!!! then it wouldnt start back up untill i hit the gas while starting it. it seems to only do this when hot. I also just replaced the cam position sensors as i was getting the code for them. they are OEM from nissan. On my way home i was going up a litle hill and pluahhh car dies again!!?? what gives? wasnt doing that before.
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Cam sensor or crank sensor, or try to rev it pass 4500 rpm if it doesn't then it's probably your MAF....check your connections.....

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Yeah, could be MAF. At least worth checking it out.
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Old 08-09-2010, 09:36 PM
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nope tried today. so thats not it. grr
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Old 08-10-2010, 01:27 PM
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How many miles on it? Have you changed the spark plugs?
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Old 08-10-2010, 01:44 PM
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Isn't there a recall on 02-03 models for crank and cam position sensors? I know that there is for the 02-03 Infiniti I35.
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Did you check all of your fuses and relays?
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Old 08-11-2010, 10:48 AM
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There is a recall for our cars. Call the local dealer and give them your VIN number and set an appointment. They'll do it in 30 min. Best part about is IT'S FREE!!
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Take Tedos advice, they sent a recall letter out a few years ago for the cam sensor. People were shutting down on the highway..... bad news bears
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