I found one on ebay but it looks a little different than stock. would it still work ?

 

Despite 1 of the 2 vacuum connections being 90 degrees different, it looks legit. Check the return policy. The fact that the seller mentions similar Nissan models is encouraging too.

When I replaced my FPR, I bought an aftermarket one. The shape was wrong compared to OEM, but it had all the correct ports. Installation was a bit more work due to the different shape, but it worked, and still works perfect.

 

Here is a way.


Go to the NAPA auto parts website. enter my vehicle information. then look up the part.


Their website will then show a detailed picture of the part. near the bottom of the part information click on Buyers Guide. That link will show all the cars that the part interchanges with. Then go to the junk yard and look around.


I found two of the sensors at the junkyard. They were in Sentras. Sentras are much more common than Maximas. I paid a total of 15 dollars for 2 sensors. Both of them work.