When do I have a problem with my maxima?
You have a problem when there is a rattling from the timing chains that doesn’t go away after a minute or two. That Maxima has a VERY reliable engine that should be good for another 90K or more. If the timing chain starts to give trouble, you will know it. Pretty doubtful that it will anyway.
When to change the timing chain on a maxima?
EVERY Maxima built after 1994 has a timing chain. The chain doesn’t have to be replaced. The chain guides and hydraulic tensioners will have problems before the chain. If/when the guides/tensioners need service then change the chains. You have a problem when there is a rattling from the timing chains that doesn’t go away after a minute or two.
How often do Nissan Altimas need to be serviced?
As always, your mileage may vary. For buyers planning to keep their Nissan vehicles for extended periods of time, the company offers the prepaid Security+Plus Prepaid Maintenance program that ranges in length from 12 months / 10,000 miles to 96 months / 80,000 miles.
When to get last service done on Nissan?
Depending on the model, your mechanic should suggest having this last service performed anywhere between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. As car owners know, keeping up with routine vehicle care can seem like a major inconvenience.
You have a problem when there is a rattling from the timing chains that doesn’t go away after a minute or two. That Maxima has a VERY reliable engine that should be good for another 90K or more. If the timing chain starts to give trouble, you will know it. Pretty doubtful that it will anyway.
Do you need to replace the timing chain on a 96 maxima?
Wondering if I should replace the chain when I do the water pump next. but I believe your 96 Maxima has a timing belt not a timing chain. EVERY Maxima built after 1994 has a timing chain. The chain doesn’t have to be replaced. The chain guides and hydraulic tensioners will have problems before the chain.
Why does my Nissan Maxima engine not start?
There are a lot of issues that can cause your Maxima to crank, but not start. The engine needs air, fuel, and a spark in order to run. It is highly likely that if the engine is cranking, but not starting that it has thrown an OBDII code. It is definitely worth it to use an OBDII scanner to check and see if the engine has thrown any trouble codes.
What’s the trouble code for a Nissan Maxima?
P0340 is the trouble code for an issue with the vehicle’s camshaft position circuit. The circuit includes the sensor built into the distributor, as well as the wiring that carries the signal to the computer. If the distributor is… It sounds like the fuel gauge is stuck in the e position.