Instead of turning the igniton key to crank the motor at first, only turn the key a quarter way as if you just want to run your accessories,then, after a second or two, let her crank, by doing this you will activate the fuel pump which will allow instant fuel to your injectors, and thus a creating a cleaner start up.

I'm sure many of you know this simple trick but it really works for EFI cars,and especially for below freezing cold start ups!

NO I'm not a mechanic but yes my brother is a mechanical engineer and he does this every time in his Dakota Sport PU.

The other day I tested this out on the Max, it was below freezing, and I did a regular full key turn at start up. Then the next day I tried the other method. The full ignition at cold start up took 3 cranks to turn over, and the other method started instantly!!!

Give it a try,

$PDP$

 

I have noticed that this works very well for me too!!!

 

i got a 255 lph pump anymore power and it will be blowing fuel out the engine

 

I think I'll try that now, considering there's 9 inches of snow outside...
-Cyrus

 

Yeah, I do that all the time, too. Figure it makes the feul pump relax a bit instead of jolting it awake and being immediately asked to shove as much feul as it can to the injectors

DW

 

great idea! i will try it

 

What version of photo shop you got?


Maxima " Soccer Mom" Wagon??? A$$ dude, A$$


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9 inches. Man you lucky. I am still waiting for the whtite stuff here.

SuDZ

 

Good tip, I'm going to try it the next time I start my Maxima.

One question though, I thought when you turn your key to the ON position (before cranking the motor), you automatically power the fuel pump for a few seconds. Doesn't that do the same thing? If you haven't starved the motor of gas, would it really make a difference?

Just wonderin' ... I might go upstairs and look up the service manual if I have some free time at work today, but someone feel free to beat me to it!

My Max seems to start just fine with one crank, even during winter when I hadn't started it for 3 weeks. Maybe your quick start was just coincidence? Not doubting you, but just wanting to understand the 'technical' advantage!

 

son you don't need 9 inches.. you can get your little tool to bring white stuff if you try hard enough..

 

I have been doing this for a while now. I started when I was told that the "2-step" method would save wear and tear on the starter. Always a clean and even start ever since.

Lovejoy

 

 

great idea! It does work

 

would that work in hotter temperatures also?

 

I think he meant the ON position and wasn't quite clear. In accessory position, the feul pump does not "energize"

DW

 

This works best on a fuel system that isn't able to keep the fuel pressure in overnight. If your fuel system is good then the residual pressure should be enough to give you a smooth start.

But, it couldn't hurt...

 

My 96se (had since new) turns over as soon as i turn the key to start. I just installed a new starter/ignition switch at 156,000 plus miles. Also i use Amsoil 0w-30 full synthetic oil/filter, and my battery is a sears die hard 100 month gold series (new nissan fuel filter every 8,000 miles). I mean literally as soon as i turn the key i get a smooth clean energized start. I then allow it to warm up for 5-6 minutes before slowly driving off, i never race it. Could you guys please give me some feed back, i just want to hear a difference of opinion/experiences. 96se auto 157,800 miles.Thanks!

 

9 inches would be a new World Record

 

great tip

 

we dont get snow

 

That goes in many ways!

 

i noticed that too, though i try to keep my mind out of the gutter

 

YOU GUYS ARE COMPLAINING THAT YOU HAVE SNOW!??!?!
DANG IT... I NEED SNOW DOWN HERE SO I DON'T HAVE TO GO TO SCHOOL...
ARGARGARGARG

 

LMAO
Jules

 

How many quarts of oil does a maxima engine take? is 10w-30 the best oil grade for maxima's engine?

 

[QUOTE]Originally posted by dwapenyi
[B]I think he meant the ON position and wasn't quite clear. In accessory position, the feul pump does not "energize"

DW


Yes I meant the ON position. I asked my bro about this method preventing less wear and tear on the starter and he said Yes!

Sorry for any confusion.

BTW.. Do those Millie Migila's look like the 5th Gen stock 17's???

 

I always knew that Sprint character was a sick b@$tard.


Just teasing ya Sprint.




Thanks for the tip DRVLKE. I live in sunny CA but, hey, it can't hurt anyway.

 

yeah, my remote start waits for about 5 seconds before it cranks my car, so it starts right up. never thought of waiting on the fuel pump, though. great tip!

 

dude, i don't think 0w-30 is a great idea in colder weather. it will be thinner than say, 5w-30. thinner is good for more ponies, but you still need protection. i run 0w-30 in the summer, and 5w-30 in the winter. not alot of difference, but the 0w-30 is actually thinner.

 

My understanding was that it still protects and exhibits the characteristics of a 30 weight oil (primary concern), but that it provides better lubrication, whereas the oil protects against "dry start ups" when most engine wear tends to take place. I have notice this during my morning warm ups i mean the oil gets up there! i believe 5w-20 is way too thin if anything. Besides you do not want a oil to become too thick over time on you (lubrication starvation/poor fuel economy/engine drag etc)Check out www.amsoil.com, i appreciate your response, thanks Happy New Year !

 

hey i live in texas, im lucky i travel or i wouldnt even know what snow looks like

 

How the hell are you 14.2 and NA? with an exhaust and an intake? just curious at how that is possible, is that elevation adjusted?

 

nah, dude. it's simple! 5w-30 means the oil is in theory 5 weight when cold, and 30 weight when hot. it changes thickness in diff weather conditions. that's why 0w-30 is more thin when cold than 5w-30. you should prob use 5w-30 in the colder months of the year, especially with that many miles.

as far as dry start ups are concerned, no oil is on you internals when you start, so even friggin' 90 weight gear oil would "get up there". it's what goes on after lubrication that matters most. look at it this way, if you were gettin' nasty with a hottie, would you rather have ky or water for a lube?!

 

if you were gettin' nasty with a hottie, would you rather have ky or water for a lube?! [/B][/QUOTE]


LOL analogy! They should use that one on the SAT's!!!

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I thought that you should use the 0w-30 for cold weather cuz the 0 lets the oil flow easier in cold weather (real cold)

use the 5w-30 in warmer weather

this is what my car manual says too

 

thanks

 

 

Whoah, that's not quite right.

5W30 in winter, or all seasons.

0W30 in extreme winter, like if your Maxima lived in Alaska or Siberia.

10W30 in summer.

DW

 

theblue is a helluva good driver, thats how

 

Not adjusted. That is his actual times. Nice huh?

SuDZ