Can you remove engine splash shield?
Yes, you can leave it off. Yes, that will allow all sorts of junk to get in there under the engine.
Can I drive without my splash guard?
It is probably okay to drive your car without a splash shield for a short period of time. You should just avoid going off of the main roads. However, your car will be much quieter if you have a shield and they do keep mud off the engine. If you drive without a shield for a long time, your engine may get debris in it.
What’s the look of the new Nissan Maxima?
The redesigned 2009 Nissan Maxima returns from styling obscurity with a race-ready exterior. The four-door sedan market spans the entire design spectrum, from forgettable, dull styling to head-turning good looks. With the all-new 2009 Nissan Maxima, Nissan designers don’t let the opportunity to create a head-turner pass them by.
What kind of suspension does a Nissan Maxima have?
The 2009 Nissan Maxima has one of the sportiest suspension calibrations for a front-wheel-drive sedan, and for 2009, the suspension gets a new geometry aimed at eliminating torque steer—the tendency for high-powered front-drivers to pull to the side on hard acceleration.
What kind of gas mileage does a Nissan Maxima get?
The official EPA numbers bear out the claim, as they estimate that the 2009 Nissan Maxima will get 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. Power and acceleration tell only part of the performance story; the other aspect of performance centers on a car’s handling characteristics.
What’s the difference between the 2009 Nissan Maxima and Altima?
Built on a new platform shared with the Altima mid-size sedan, the front-wheel-drive 2009 Nissan Maxima takes a sportier and more luxurious direction than the Altima. Compared to last year’s version, the new Maxima is a few inches shorter in overall length yet slightly wider.