I just got a 07 Maxima from my daughter and have a couple questions.
When the engine is cold and I start to drive slowly I hear what seems to be a slight motor knock. I tried power braking and the knock stops. This only happens with a cold engine.
The other thing I have is a delay when shifting to drive or reverse. I have a 09 Murano and it’s not like this.
it has 57k
Thanks for any replies.

 

wow, I guess I am the only one with these questions.

 

Yeah, quite typical of the 07 CVT. Mine does the exact same thing. You change gears, for instance, in a parking lot, while also someone is waiting for you to move out of the way, and it seems like eternity. It is a none issue, for there is nothing wrong with your CVT.

As for the knocking, you need to have all the suspension parts tightened up. These cars of quite heavy; so, after five years, they are going to be a little loose with regard to the play between and among the suspension parts.

As for what you should be concerned about, if they have not been attended to: change out CVT fluid, coolant flush, and change the belts.

 

Thanks much for the reply. I get the same feeling in parking lots. Will have the front end tightened and service cvt at next pm date.

 

I have an 08 Max.....from Drive to Reverse there is a delay.....its annoying however its normal for maximas to have that issue unfortunately.