Nissan Maxima. Manual - part 832

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CVT FLUID  ................................................................

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CVT FLUID : Inspection ..........................................

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CVT FLUID : Changing ...........................................

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WHEELS ...................................................................

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WHEELS : Inspection  .............................................

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WHEELS : Adjustment  ...........................................

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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS ........................

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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL AND LEAKS : Inspection ...

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BRAKE LINES AND CABLES ..................................

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BRAKE LINES AND CABLES : Inspection .............

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BRAKE FLUID  ..........................................................

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BRAKE FLUID : Drain and Refill  ............................

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FRONT BRAKE .........................................................

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FRONT BRAKE : Inspection of Pad  .......................

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FRONT BRAKE : Inspection of Rotor .....................

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REAR BRAKE ...........................................................

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REAR BRAKE : Inspection of Pad ..........................

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REAR BRAKE : Inspection of Rotor ........................

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STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE  ...........................

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STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE : Inspection ......

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POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES  ..................

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POWER STEERING FLUID AND LINES : Inspec-
tion ..........................................................................

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AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS ...........................

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AXLE AND SUSPENSION PARTS : Inspection  .....

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DRIVE SHAFT  ...........................................................

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DRIVE SHAFT : Inspection .....................................

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LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH .....................

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LOCKS, HINGES AND HOOD LATCH : Lubricat-
ing ...........................................................................

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SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, AN-
CHORS AND ADJUSTERS  ......................................

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SEAT BELT, BUCKLES, RETRACTORS, AN-
CHORS AND ADJUSTERS : Inspection .................

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PRECAUTIONS

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PRECAUTIONS

Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT 
PRE-TENSIONER"

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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along

with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain

types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS

system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front

air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.

Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SR and SB section of this Service Man-

ual.

WARNING:

• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in

the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by

an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.

• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal

injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag

Module, see the SR section.

• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this

Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-

ness connectors.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS

WARNING:

• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-

tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a

hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing

serious injury.

• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the

battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.

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PREPARATION

PREPARATION

PREPARATION

Special Service Tool

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The actual shapes of the tools may differ from those illustrated here.

Commercial Service Tool

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Tool number
(TechMate No.)
Tool name

Description

KV10115801
(J-38956)
Oil filter wrench

Removing and installing oil filter
a: 64.3 mm (2.531 in)

KV991J0070
(J-45695)
Coolant Refill Tool

Refilling engine cooling system

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(J-23688)
Engine coolant refractometer

Checking concentration of ethylene glycol in 
engine coolant

S-NT375

LMA053

WBIA0539E

Tool name

Description

Power tool

Loosening nuts, screws and bolts

Spark plug wrench

Removing and installing spark plug

PIIB1407E

PBIC2982E

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

FOR USA AND CANADA
FOR USA AND CANADA : Explanation of General Maintenance

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General maintenance includes those items which should be checked during the normal day-to-day operation

of the vehicle. They are essential if the vehicle is to continue operating properly. The owners can perform

checks and inspections themselves or have their NISSAN dealers do them.

OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be performed from time to time, unless otherwise specified.

INSIDE THE VEHICLE

The maintenance items listed here should be checked on a regular basis, such as when performing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle,

etc.

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Tires

Check the pressure with a gauge often and always prior to long distance trips. 
Adjust the pressure in all tires, including the spare, to the pressure specified. 
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.

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Wheel nuts

When checking the tires, make sure no nuts are missing, and check for any loose 
nuts. Tighten if necessary.

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Tire rotation

Tires should be rotated every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).

WT-58

Tire pressure monitor-
ing system (TPMS) 
transmitter compo-
nents

Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve core and cap when the tires 
are replaced due to wear or age.

WT-10

Wheel alignment and 
balance

If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving on a straight and level road, 
or if you detect uneven or abnormal tire wear, there may be a need for wheel 
alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vibrates at normal highway speeds, 
wheel balancing may be needed. For additional information regarding tires, refer 
to “Important Tire Safety Information” (US) or “Tire Safety Information” (Canada) 
in the NISSAN Warranty Information Booklet.   

FSU-6

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Windshield

Clean the windshield on a regular basis. Check the windshield at least every six 
months for cracks or other damage. Repair as necessary.

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Windshield wiper 
blades

Check for cracks or wear if they do not wipe properly.

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Doors and engine 
hood

Check that all doors and the engine hood operate properly. Also make sure that 
all latches lock securely. Lubricate if necessary. Make sure that the secondary 
latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
When driving in areas using road salt or other corrosive materials, check for lu-
brication frequently.

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Lamps

Make sure that the headlamps, stop lamps, tail lamps, turn signal lamps, and oth-
er lamps are all operating properly and installed securely. Also check headlamp 
aim. Clean the headlamps on a regular basis. 

EXL-151

 (Xenon), 

EXL-

315

 (Halogen)

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Warning lamps and 
chimes

Make sure that all warning lamps and chimes are operating properly.

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Windshield wiper and 
washer

Check that the wipers and washer operate properly and that the wipers do not 
streak.

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Windshield defroster

Check that the air comes out of the defroster outlets properly and in sufficient 
quantity when operating the heater or air conditioner.

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Steering wheel

Check that it has the specified play. Check for changes in the steering condition, 
such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
 Free play: Less than 35 mm (1.38 in)

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