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MAINTENANCE
Nissan Factory Maintenance Schedule
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How to replace in cabin air filter
How to use Deep Creep (Seafoam) to clean the intake passages.
SUSPENSION
Springs and Struts
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RSB
Installation of RSB
What to expect from a RSB
FSTB
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ENGINE
VG Engine Info
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My 5th Gen Maxima/I 30/I35 uses oil.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
My windows roll up, then down a few inches. (5th Gen)
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Do I need hood Pins for my carbon fiber hood?
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Credit for this goes to Audtatious. I simply copied it to here!
HOW TO
Here's a thread of "How To's" and Information. If you have any you wish to add, please list them and I will add'em to the list by order of year.
General:----- Generation Specific Detailing Tips - PrinzII----- Recalls and TSBs----- Maxima Bulb Chart (all years) - audtatious----- Replacing CV boots - NISTECH----- Installing Wheel Spacers - Fezzik----- Strut Boot Info - phenryiv1 ----- Stock Nissan and Infiniti Offset chart----- Differences between USDM intake manifold and MEVI manifold -NSR A32------ How to Paint Your Wheels - blackmax23----- How to install white LEDS for you automatic (a/t) gear selector - G4nismo
3rd Generation(1989-1994):----- 3rd Gen SES/CEL Codes----- How to Turbo a 3rd Gen Maxima----- How to program a new digital entry system code - draven822k
4th Generation(1995-1999.5):----- 4th Gen SES/CEL Codes----- Auto to 5sp Conversion - hlh0501----- How to retrieve your CEL (Check engine light) codes - vbxmaxima----- How to retrieve your TCM codes----- What your CEL codes really mean - vbxmaxima----- How to change your spark plugs - VQpower.com----- How to replace your fuel pump - vbxmaxima----- How to replace your fuel injectors (front & rear) - vlad----- How to change your engine coolant - motorvate (Frank)----- How to change your power steering fluid - motorvate (Frank)----- How to replace your fuel filter - vbxmaxima----- How to troubleshoot your TPS (throttle position sensor) - vbxmaxima----- How to remove/install a valve cover - max-world----- How to install a MEVI (Middle eastern variable intake) - VQpower.com----- How to install a 2000 VI Manifold install on a 95-99 max - sdot82----- How to replace clutch slave cylinder hose - VQpower.com----- How to re-grease your starter - motorvate (Frank)----- How to wire your cooling fans for manual use - Jime (Jim)----- How to remove your speed limiter (model specific) - Ben Garner----- How to install Stillen supercharger (Part One) - max-world----- How to install Stillen supercharger (Part Two) - ericj----- How to clean your IAC valve ----- How to test/replace your knock sensor - motorvate (Frank)----- How to reset your SRS/Airbag light ----- How to replace your motor mounts ----- How to replace your oxygen sensors ----- 4th Gen Audio Wiring Schematics - audtatious----- SE gauge Install- phenryiv1----- How to reprogram key fob----- Maxima strut/spring replacement 4th Gen -beancooker------ 4th Gen IACV cleaning ----- How to change the high-mount brake light.----- Dallas Taillight Mod. - VQpower.com----- How to remove/install factory fog lights - nismo1219----- How to replace valve cover gaskets - Evil I 30----- How to make your headlights like new - Evil I 30----- How to Install Transmission Cooler - !240RB!----- How to replace sway bar end link bushings - allensteiner----- How to: Q45/J30 brake conversion - rustest86
5th Generation Maxima (2000 - 2003):----- Adding Ipod to '01 I30----- 5th Gen SES/CEL Codes----- Front Speaker Replacement - audtatious----- Subwoofer Enclosure - audtatious----- Addco RSB Installation - audtatious ----- Fog Light Replacement - audtatious----- Injen Intake Installation - audtatious----- 5th Gen Audio Wiring Schematics - audtatious----- How to Make a Ghetto Air Box - Fezzik----- How to Install Heated Side View Mirror - Fezzik----- How to Install Coilovers - Fezzik----- How to Install Chrome Gauge Rings - Fezzik----- How to Install a PCV blow-by oil catch - beancooker----- How to advance your timing - beancooker----- Maxima strut/spring replacement 5th Gen -beancooker------ How to Custom Tint Your Maxima tail lights - lightsout----- How to Black Out/Paint Inside of Head Lights - A33
6th Generation Maxima (2004 - 2008):----2007-08 Bumper Upgrade/Swap - VQpower.com----2009 Maxima Side Mirrors Install - VQpower.com----Chrome Roof Strip Removal - VQpower.com----Install an 07 Spoiler - VQpower.com----Nissan OEM iPod Install - VQpower.com----Nissan Satellite Radio Installation - VQpower.com----Kinetix intake manifold on 04 Maxima - VQpower.com----Berk Intake Install - VQpower.com----NWP Manifold Spacer Kit Install - NWP Engineering, Inc.----Ypipe Install - VQpower.com----Center Console Disassembly - VQpower.com----Fix armrest rattle----Indiglo Gauge Install - VQpower.com----Interior Panel Removal----Package Deck Removal----Removing Center Console - VQpower.com----Sunroof Memory Reset - VQpower.com----Door Handle LED Install----Body Color Headlight Assembly - VQpower.com----Clear Step Lights----Driving/Fog light Rewire - VQpower.com----Halo Install - VQpower.com----Headlight Cleaning - VQpower.com----Headlight Clearing DIY - VQpower.com----HID Fog-light Install - VQpower.com----LED Tailight Replacement - VQpower.com----OEM HID Projector Retrofit -VQpower.com----Wiring Sidemarkers/LED mirrors - VQpower.com----Eibach Suspension Noise Fix----KONI Sport Inserts Install - VQpower.com----Lowering Spring Installation - VQpower.com----Progress Spring install - VQpower.com----Active Tuning STS - VQpower.com
7th Generation Maxima (2009 - 20??):----Navigation Bypass Tutorial - VQpower.com----Change Mirror Blinker LED's----Interior LED Bulb Swap - VQpower.com
HOW TO
Here's a thread of "How To's" and Information. If you have any you wish to add, please list them and I will add'em to the list by order of year.
General:----- Generation Specific Detailing Tips - PrinzII----- Recalls and TSBs----- Maxima Bulb Chart (all years) - audtatious----- Replacing CV boots - NISTECH----- Installing Wheel Spacers - Fezzik----- Strut Boot Info - phenryiv1 ----- Stock Nissan and Infiniti Offset chart----- Differences between USDM intake manifold and MEVI manifold -NSR A32------ How to Paint Your Wheels - blackmax23----- How to install white LEDS for you automatic (a/t) gear selector - G4nismo
3rd Generation(1989-1994):----- 3rd Gen SES/CEL Codes----- How to Turbo a 3rd Gen Maxima----- How to program a new digital entry system code - draven822k
4th Generation(1995-1999.5):----- 4th Gen SES/CEL Codes----- Auto to 5sp Conversion - hlh0501----- How to retrieve your CEL (Check engine light) codes - vbxmaxima----- How to retrieve your TCM codes----- What your CEL codes really mean - vbxmaxima----- How to change your spark plugs - VQpower.com----- How to replace your fuel pump - vbxmaxima----- How to replace your fuel injectors (front & rear) - vlad----- How to change your engine coolant - motorvate (Frank)----- How to change your power steering fluid - motorvate (Frank)----- How to replace your fuel filter - vbxmaxima----- How to troubleshoot your TPS (throttle position sensor) - vbxmaxima----- How to remove/install a valve cover - max-world----- How to install a MEVI (Middle eastern variable intake) - VQpower.com----- How to install a 2000 VI Manifold install on a 95-99 max - sdot82----- How to replace clutch slave cylinder hose - VQpower.com----- How to re-grease your starter - motorvate (Frank)----- How to wire your cooling fans for manual use - Jime (Jim)----- How to remove your speed limiter (model specific) - Ben Garner----- How to install Stillen supercharger (Part One) - max-world----- How to install Stillen supercharger (Part Two) - ericj----- How to clean your IAC valve ----- How to test/replace your knock sensor - motorvate (Frank)----- How to reset your SRS/Airbag light ----- How to replace your motor mounts ----- How to replace your oxygen sensors ----- 4th Gen Audio Wiring Schematics - audtatious----- SE gauge Install- phenryiv1----- How to reprogram key fob----- Maxima strut/spring replacement 4th Gen -beancooker------ 4th Gen IACV cleaning ----- How to change the high-mount brake light.----- Dallas Taillight Mod. - VQpower.com----- How to remove/install factory fog lights - nismo1219----- How to replace valve cover gaskets - Evil I 30----- How to make your headlights like new - Evil I 30----- How to Install Transmission Cooler - !240RB!----- How to replace sway bar end link bushings - allensteiner----- How to: Q45/J30 brake conversion - rustest86
5th Generation Maxima (2000 - 2003):----- Adding Ipod to '01 I30----- 5th Gen SES/CEL Codes----- Front Speaker Replacement - audtatious----- Subwoofer Enclosure - audtatious----- Addco RSB Installation - audtatious ----- Fog Light Replacement - audtatious----- Injen Intake Installation - audtatious----- 5th Gen Audio Wiring Schematics - audtatious----- How to Make a Ghetto Air Box - Fezzik----- How to Install Heated Side View Mirror - Fezzik----- How to Install Coilovers - Fezzik----- How to Install Chrome Gauge Rings - Fezzik----- How to Install a PCV blow-by oil catch - beancooker----- How to advance your timing - beancooker----- Maxima strut/spring replacement 5th Gen -beancooker------ How to Custom Tint Your Maxima tail lights - lightsout----- How to Black Out/Paint Inside of Head Lights - A33
6th Generation Maxima (2004 - 2008):----2007-08 Bumper Upgrade/Swap - VQpower.com----2009 Maxima Side Mirrors Install - VQpower.com----Chrome Roof Strip Removal - VQpower.com----Install an 07 Spoiler - VQpower.com----Nissan OEM iPod Install - VQpower.com----Nissan Satellite Radio Installation - VQpower.com----Kinetix intake manifold on 04 Maxima - VQpower.com----Berk Intake Install - VQpower.com----NWP Manifold Spacer Kit Install - NWP Engineering, Inc.----Ypipe Install - VQpower.com----Center Console Disassembly - VQpower.com----Fix armrest rattle----Indiglo Gauge Install - VQpower.com----Interior Panel Removal----Package Deck Removal----Removing Center Console - VQpower.com----Sunroof Memory Reset - VQpower.com----Door Handle LED Install----Body Color Headlight Assembly - VQpower.com----Clear Step Lights----Driving/Fog light Rewire - VQpower.com----Halo Install - VQpower.com----Headlight Cleaning - VQpower.com----Headlight Clearing DIY - VQpower.com----HID Fog-light Install - VQpower.com----LED Tailight Replacement - VQpower.com----OEM HID Projector Retrofit -VQpower.com----Wiring Sidemarkers/LED mirrors - VQpower.com----Eibach Suspension Noise Fix----KONI Sport Inserts Install - VQpower.com----Lowering Spring Installation - VQpower.com----Progress Spring install - VQpower.com----Active Tuning STS - VQpower.com
7th Generation Maxima (2009 - 20??):----Navigation Bypass Tutorial - VQpower.com----Change Mirror Blinker LED's----Interior LED Bulb Swap - VQpower.com
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