1996 Nissan Maxima Consumer Discussions

Nissan Maxima Audio System Questions

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima Setting up Sound System [andomaxima]

  Written by: spicolli916 on Feb 4, 2012 5:18:05 AM

  easy setup u got. just go to bestbuy or a car stereo shop tell them the year of your car and tell them u need a wiring harness to connect the deck they"ll give u the right one for your car u just connect all the wires from the back of your deck to the harness there all matching colors just connect the matching colors together then the harness will plug ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Electrical Issues

• Car Stalling & hard starting

  Written by: majorplus on May 29, 2010 5:24:47 AM

  I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima. It is an automatic transmission. It is a very good car, but sometimes when I drive it maybe 10 miles and then go to the store or somewhere for 10 minutes I come out and my car will not crank. It turns over so it isn't the battery. It also smells like gas very bad and I have white smoke coming out of the mufflers. ... Read More

• Help me with the 1996 maxima from hell

  Written by: jcioffi852 on May 22, 2010 7:13:24 PM

  Hi, My stepson has the 1996 Nissan Maxima from .... Every major artery has been changed in order to get the car crank and turn over. All sensors replaced, fuel pump, alternator, starter, coils, plugs...you name it. We just changed the ECM Computer...The car ran great for four hours then suddenly decided not to start. We spoke to the mechanic and he says that he thinks the plugs are fouled with ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: NY Quotes [mvs828]

  Written by: jones101 on Apr 29, 2010 6:44:22 AM

  My visit to Nissan... in FL 2010 Maxima SV Premium+ Prim Tech Pkg MSRP price... $39580 + protection package ($995) + Spoiler ($370). -Total Sticker: $40945. -Internet price 33899 + Tax and Tag. (After rebate..) Final price after 1hr at dealer = $33,000 OTD. With 0% finance (I had $1500 trade for 1996 Maxima GXE). Also, I had to pick from their lot. They had only Black and Crimson Black with ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima Warning light-error code P0500 (Vehicle Speed Sensor) [ytim]

  Written by: fari on Dec 10, 2009 11:08:12 AM

  Dear YTIM, Were you able to find out the cause of the codes (message #3588)? I have the same problem. It would be appreciated if you could share the solution with me. You can contact me at farirafati@yahoo.com Thanks

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima Warning light-error code P0500 (Vehicle Speed Sensor) [ytim]

  Written by: fari on Dec 10, 2009 10:59:01 AM

  Dear YTIM, Were you able to find out the cause of the codes? I have the same problem. It would be appreciated if you could share the solution with me. You can contact me at farirafati@yahoo.com Thanks

Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Camry

• 1996 Nissan Maxima

  Written by: alligator2 on Mar 16, 2009 2:40:03 PM

  Hi, I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima that has 107,000 miles and was running great! Love this car. I was hit in January on the left front fender and both air bags went off and the insurance company totalled it. I had just put $3900. to keep it running great. I purchased the car back from the insurance company and would like your recommendations on how I should sell it. NJ ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Audio System Questions

• 1996 Nissan Maxima Setting up Sound System

  Written by: andomaxima on Dec 20, 2008 2:00:50 PM

  I recently got a 1996 nissan maxima base model from my dad. It does not have the bose system. It is the maxima with the tape and am/fm player. I bought a subwoofer and I have an amp at home and the head unit. My cousin is going to be hooking everything up but he said I need things like wiring "taps" and wiring kits and an adapter. Can someone please ... Read More

2009 Nissan Maxima

• Re: The CVT experience [flightnurse]

  Written by: habitat1 on Aug 1, 2008 6:35:51 AM

  I distinctly remember that the 1995 Nissan Maxima went head on head and matched the 328i in various automotive magazine comparisons, which is partly why at least a couple gave it COTY award. I test drove it against the 328i myself and concluded that it was damn competitive in performance, with better back seat room and a $7k+ lower price tag. Nissan didn't have to toot its own horn with a ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima Fuse Box [kanej316]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on May 2, 2008 7:38:59 PM

  Send me an e-mail.

• 1996 Nissan Maxima Fuse Box

  Written by: kanej316 on May 2, 2008 2:56:56 PM

  On the lower dash of my car underneath the lever to pop my hood there are fuses. There has been no cover on them since the day I got the car, and I am now having someone look at my car and they have requested that I find something on-line that describes what the fuses are. Again, I know nothing about cars so my apologies if I am making no sense. ... Read More

• My Car Won't Start!!

  Written by: kanej316 on May 2, 2008 1:23:07 PM

  I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima that won't start. When I put the key in the ignition and turn it all the lights come on and the stereo comes on, but when I turn the key further to start the car nothing happens. It doesn't even make any kind if noise or clicking or anything. I'm a single mom who knows nothing about cars, and I'm having to do this on ... Read More

Nissan Customer Service

• Warranty of Front Struts on 1996 Maxima

  Written by: hijacker on Jan 3, 2008 12:07:36 PM

  I bought my 1996 Maxima brand new in October of that year. My previous car, a 1990 Maxima, was totaled and we needed a new car. I was very impressed with the '90 so my wife and I opted to look at the new cars and bought this one. For the next 10 years we were very satisfied with and had no maintenance issues other than oil changes and filter changes ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 1996 Maxima SE has rattle in front end [rbell90]

  Written by: zheka on Nov 27, 2007 9:33:53 AM

  Based on my experience with my '97 Maxima SE 5 speed, it can be some of the 4 things below:: 1. Ball joints are trashed. This would also make the car twitchy and unstable, and if not repaired on time, they start to rattle and eventually fall off, taking a wheel with them. A mechanic can check this in 5 minutes, once the car is lifted. 2. Sway bar links are ... Read More

• Rear Axle bent

  Written by: car4you on Apr 15, 2007 7:17:32 AM

  I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima. I was in an accident and the other car hit my rear driver side tire. The axle looks bent. Does anyone know how they repair and at what it would cost? I searched repair but did not see anything similar. Thanks

• 1996 Nissan Maxima Warning light-error code P0500 (Vehicle Speed Sensor)

  Written by: ytim on Feb 2, 2007 1:27:54 PM

  I have 1996/Nissan Maxima/GLE/V6/3.0 Automatic Transmission/100K mileage. Recently I am getting problem with My vehicle code error "P0500" (Vehicle Speed Sensor). 1st time my mechanic got in his meter codes are P0500 and P0600.At that time he changed my Vehicle speed sensor with new VSS . After I drove my car for 3 days again I got check engine light. My mechanic checked again on his meter and got P0500 again.He ... Read More

• Re: 2004 Maxima Transmission Grinds [blb]

  Written by: tsemple on Jan 19, 2006 11:22:54 AM

  I've got exactly the same problem and two, count 'em, TWO Nissan dealerships said they could find nothing and could't reproduce the problem. One even kept him for two days so they could test the transmission cold. Overall, I agree with the comments here that the quality is slipping on the Maxima. My 1996 was smoother, quieter, had higher low-end torque and just seemed to be a better-engineered product. :P

• Factory Service Manual

  Written by: white96maxima on Jul 1, 2005 11:45:24 AM

  Where can I get a Factory Service Manual for my 1996 Maxima? What would be the price range? Is there any place to get this besides Nissan?

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima--Emission Light [ryanpdx]

  Written by: nissantech8yr on Jun 7, 2005 4:54:37 PM

  it will most likely be a o2 sensor or the vent contol valve

Nissan Maxima

• Re: How do I determine model type? [papafred]

  Written by: pat on May 18, 2005 5:57:32 AM

  You might be able to figure it out by checking out the specs of each model from this page: http://www.edmunds.com/used/1996/nissan/maxima/index.html Meanwhile, someone might come along who knows from what you've said here.

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima--Emission Light [morehp]

  Written by: suydam on May 3, 2005 9:17:44 AM

  If you consider a component that lasts over 100,000 miles to be disposable, I guess so. http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com/media/townhall/webxicons/emotorcons- /emo_smiley.gif smile

• Re: 1996 Nissan Maxima--Emission Light [ryanpdx]

  Written by: morehp on May 3, 2005 7:54:35 AM

  The majority of the times when my CEL would come on, it was an 02 sensor, although one of the times it was BOTH an O2 sensor and a knock sensor. The 02 sensors on these cars are indeed disposible, it would seem. Good luck.

• 1996 Nissan Maxima--Emission Light

  Written by: ryanpdx on May 2, 2005 7:55:57 PM

  The "Check" light for emissions just came on. I have a 1996 Maxima 3.0 with 105,000 miles. Anyone venture to guess what the problem might be before I take it to the mechanic? I would at least like to know what the possibilities are before I enter the dance...

• Re: Need help find fuel filter for a 1996 nissan maxima V6 [highroller]

  Written by: alcan on Mar 13, 2005 5:10:37 AM

  Fuel Filter Nissan Maxima 1993-1998 Repair Guide The fuel filter is located in the engine compartment, next to the power brake booster. REMOVAL & INSTALLATION Remove the fuel pump fuse from the fuse panel. Start the engine. After the engine stalls, try to restart the engine. If the engine will not start, the fuel pressure has been released. Turn the ignition switch OFF. Using a shop rag to absorb the excess ... Read More

• Need help find fuel filter for a 1996 nissan maxima V6

  Written by: highroller on Mar 13, 2005 1:36:12 AM

  Does anyone with a 1996 Nissan Maxima V6 or knows a little about this car know where the fuel filter located(if it's inside the fuel tank or outside of it and etc.)? I've tried looking in my owner's manual but they don't state anything about it. I'm hoping that the fuel filter for this car can be found just as similar as the oil filter: quick and easy access. Thanks in ... Read More

• Keyless remote/Bose system/Dash & clock lights

  Written by: pepper3 on Jan 18, 2005 12:01:55 PM

  1996 Nissan Maxima SE owner since 1999. No major problems until paid off 6 mo ago. Brake light stays on- fluid ok, new brakes Brakes squeal in any weather, especially loud in summer, Bose system radio is fine, CD works when it wants to, usually when heater is on in car. No display lights on radio dial, must use psychic lady for correct scanning.... lets see..... keyless remote stopped working, so ... Read More

Nissan Maxima

• I am a new 04 owner...

  Written by: ericu on Jan 21, 2004 11:56:36 AM

  There seems to be a lot of negative vibes in this forum, but I am a new 04 owner... and after one month of use and 1500 miles later, I am very happy with my first car ownership ever. And I do have prior experience driving other cars owned by other people - parents, sister, friends, rent... (Volvo, Toyota, Nissan, Audi, Honda, Dodge, Mitsubishi). Maybe I am just lucky, but thus ... Read More

• Owners Manuals in PDF format

  Written by: mtkaplan on Jul 13, 2002 3:12:39 PM

  If anyone wants a PDF format copy of the owners manual for 1996-2003 Maximas, (other Nissan and Infinity vehicles manuals also available at that site) you can download it at: http://www.nissan-techinfo.com/deptog.asp?dept%5Fid=37

• Synthetic Oil changes

  Written by: kvsm3 on Jul 6, 2002 9:05:33 AM

  inetdee, I have 2 nissan maximas, a 1996 GXE and a 99 SE. I bought the GXE new, and after 1000 miles, I changed the oil with regular oil but when the car hit 5K miles, I changed it to mobil one synthetic, and every 5K miles, I change the oil. 150K miles later, the car is running like a champ. engine is as good as new. So I would use ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Re: check engine light

  Written by: jmei on Jun 13, 2002 3:49:42 PM

  Nissan has a Technical Service Bulletin on 1996 Maxima regarding CEL TSB96-021 code: P0440/P0443/P0446 (EVAP system) http://www.alldata.com/TSB/41/96411757.html

Nissan Maxima

• realyecat: Maxima vs. I35 quality...

  Written by: habitat1 on Dec 17, 2001 2:47:13 AM

  ..I'm not sure you will find any one person who has owned both, but I have a 1995 Maxima SE and a good friend who has a 1996 Infiniti I30. We have both kept detailed records of our cars. My Maxima has 118k miles and has required virtually no repairs of significance. I don't count resetting an airbag warning light for $75 (had to do full diagnostic test to make sure ... Read More

• C/D Article Online

  Written by: prayerfor on Nov 30, 2001 2:49:52 PM

  The long-term test from January 1996 is available online: http://www.caranddriver.com/xp/Caranddriver/bg/reviews/reviews.xml Just select Nissan and then Maxima.

• trying to decide

  Written by: bigcheez on Oct 28, 2001 10:32:15 AM

  I have driven the Altima 2.5 S. and the Maxima se (think). I have read lots of comments on the Altima(mainly about the interior), and several on the Maxima. I can afford to wait until next year to purchase but am still unsure which to purchase. It is hard to make up your mind only driving both for short trips. I currently drive a 1996 Intrepid, and have never owned a ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Bad 02 sensors

  Written by: hbe2 on Oct 22, 2001 9:40:43 AM

  I have a 1996 Maxima SE. My engine light has been on for a few days so I took it to the dealer to have checked out. Outcome is both front 02 sensors are faulty (codes P0150 and P0130). I know from reading postings on 02 sensors, to replace with Bosch, not Nissan. Is replacing the 02 sensors something that I would be able to do?

• Maxima Reliability?

  Written by: rcman13 on Sep 20, 2001 7:55:46 PM

  I'm new to this forum as I am about to buy a 1996 Maxima SE with 77k miles on it. But I have to say I'm getting a little worried by the number of horror stories of people having sensors/wiring harnesses etc.. go bad with rather costly repairs, even on rather new and well-maintained vehicles. There don't seem to be nearly as many maintenance & repair posts from other cars I ... Read More

Nissan Maxima

• 96 GXE, WRX, or the 02 Altima

  Written by: paducci on Jul 26, 2001 4:33:09 PM

  for those of you who remember, i put up a post of couple of days ago in regards to whether or not I should buy my bros 96 gxe with 110k miles on it, or go for a new car. Well, I've been mulling over options, and I've come to this: 2002 Subaru Impreza WRX 1996 Nissan Maxima GXE (110000 miles) -or- 2002 Nissan Altima with the V6 i test drove ... Read More

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• SPEEDOMETER PROBLEMS

  Written by: sonosite on Jun 18, 2001 4:27:28 PM

  I have a 1996 Nissan Maxima with 73k miles. I am having problems with the speedometer. Sometimes it will just stay at 0mph when the car is moving, and then it will "spring" back to the actual mph. This has been occurring more and more often now, and I had the dealer check out the car and they told me the problem is a bad speedometer. Also, the check engine light ... Read More

Nissan Maxima vs. Honda Accord

• "HONDA" HANDS DOWN! (Sorry "Nissan")

  Written by: liposlim on Mar 27, 2001 5:59:13 AM

  I have had two "Nissans" ("Datsun 280-ZX" and "300-ZX") . I was extremely happy with both cars, and I can tell you that "Nissan" IS a great company! Do you know that they issued a "Recall" for my 1995 "300-ZX" for a small problem with the "Fuel Injectors" (Hardly even noticable!) in 1996 (OVER 10 YEARS LATER!)! They replaced all of the "Fuel Injectors" at a cost of over $700.00 per ... Read More

Nissan Maxima

• My friends Maxima

  Written by: scuffernoose on May 21, 2001 4:25:06 PM

  My friends got a 1992 Nissan Maxima. His manual and everything all just say 1992 Nissan Maxima. They don't say if its a GXE GLS SE Or whatever. I want to know this because I want to know how fast his car is. I own a 1996 Toyota Avalon XLS. Do you think I could beat him?

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Purchasing a used 1996 Nissan Maxima GLE

  Written by: jdubois1 on Feb 21, 2001 9:11:27 PM

  Hello all, I am seriously considering purchasing a used 1996 Maxima GLE fully-loaded. It is in great shape and only have 50,000 km on it! Are there any suggestions on things I should look out for when I test drive it? Any known problems with the 1996 model? Any advice in general? What is everyone's opinion of the 1996 Maxima. Thanks for your help. I really appreciate any feedback.

Nissan Maxima

• A Skyline engine in a Maxima....is it possible?

  Written by: launcher on Mar 12, 2001 8:42:22 PM

  I love my Maxima. I think anyone who owns one understands me. I own a 1996 GXE and I recently started reading tuning magazines. A few days ago, I read about a 240SX that had swapped its engine with the Nissan Silvia. That's incredible. So, with that in mind, I was wondering if it is possible for a Nissan Skyline engine to fit into my hood because I really desire Nizmo ... Read More

• HELP

  Written by: bkso on Jan 3, 2001 6:14:51 PM

  I have a 1996 maxima and been really happy with it until yesterday. It hasn't been really given me any major problems. I have 63000 miles on it and have been serviced at the dealer regularly. Two days ago I have a hard time starting my car. Finally I started it after 5 minutes, but the "CHECK" light stayed on. I took it in to the dealer and the service manager ... Read More

• Nissan Maxima Stereo

  Written by: bigmoneymike on Nov 15, 2000 2:10:30 AM

  Hi everyone, I hope this is the right forum to put this topic up here. I scanned a bit in archive but couldn't find the topic. Anyways... I have 1996 Maxima GXE with the standard AM/FM cassette. I went to Best Buy to get a new stereo installed and they told me that because I have the Bose stereo system, the amp in it requires all the wiring to be done ... Read More