1998 Nissan Maxima Consumer Discussions

Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair

• Nissan maxima starting issue

  Written by: sdheepaks on Jan 26, 2011 12:38:45 PM

  I have a 1998 Nissan Maxima with 146K miles and I'm living in Kansas. When I start my car in the winter early morning for the last few days, the engine is cranking without starting. The engine will crank for few seconds and it will shut off. After 9-10 tries, the engine will start. The battery seems to be fine.After I drive the car for some time and if I start ... Read More

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• Re: 1998 NISSAN MAXIMA BRAKE QUESTION.. [execute007]

  Written by: t2sons on May 19, 2008 5:08:31 PM

  about the rear brake i find after awhile a rust ridge forms around the outside of the brake pads and the rotor. when it rotates the rust ridges then rub on the pads.also the noise that you may hear on the back right may be the metal bracket that is used to tie down a load in the trunk. i put tape on it and i did not hear this noise ... Read More

• Re: 1998 NISSAN MAXIMA BRAKE QUESTION.. [execute007]

  Written by: 99maximase on Oct 22, 2005 8:16:25 PM

  I had a similiar problem with my 99 maxima se. Inside the brake calipers there are a few little clips that put pressure on the brake pads. What happened is that they wore away and now the pads are ratling in the caliper. I went to AutoZone and got the coreect clip kit (ONLY 5.00) and that took care of problem. Hope that helped. ;)

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• 1998 Maxima GXE turning signal problem

  Written by: netsfan on Sep 4, 2005 8:15:33 AM

  Need your help! I have brought my 1998 Nissan GXE Maxima to both a master mechanic and a well respected Nissan dealership and they cannot resolve my problem. My turning signal do not work because the fuse keeps blowing out. When the fuse is replaced, I drive the car for a day or so and then I hear a clicking sound (sounds like the directional are on; but there not) and ... Read More

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• Re: 1999 Nissan Maxima failing Emissions [suttonj01]

  Written by: hunter1ut on Jun 5, 2005 8:31:35 PM

  I have a 1998 Nissan Altima with the exact same problem. I was wondering if you fixed your problem and which of the three parts required replacing?

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• Re: Electronic Engine Mounts/Computer Short [slj930]

  Written by: kumibear on Jun 2, 2005 6:38:26 PM

  Hey, I'm new to this website, but I'm having the same problems with my 2000 nissan maxima that slj930 had (report #1998) re: electronic engine mounts/computer short. To reiterate, a buzzing noise after the engine is turned off, $800 to replace engine mounts, and another $900 if the problem has extended to the ECM. Does anyone remember or know the best way to handle this problem?

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• 1998 NISSAN MAXIMA BRAKE QUESTION..

  Written by: execute007 on May 3, 2005 8:41:59 AM

  in the back right brake, when i drive under 5mph and brake, they make noise. also, there is a rattling sound that can be heard in the car on the back right as well ( i wonder if they are related?) anyone have any ideas as to what this is?

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• 2005 Maxima Disappointing

  Written by: mastj on Mar 23, 2005 5:07:02 AM

  Here's the lengthy letter I'm sending to Nissan and attaching to my JD Power survey. If you don't want to read it - here's the jist .... basically I'm very disappointed with the car after owning it for only 3 months. Anyone else having similar problems??? TO: Nissan North America RE: Comments on 2005 Nissan Maxima SE VIN: 1N4BA41E35C806482 Overall: This is my first non-GM vehicle. I purchased it because of ... Read More

• This might help:

  Written by: alcan on Mar 15, 2005 7:28:22 PM

  Starter Nissan Maxima 1993-1998 Repair Guide REMOVAL & INSTALLATION Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery. On the VE30DE and VQ30DE engines, remove the air duct. Disconnect the starter wiring at the starter, taking note of the positions for correct installation. On the VE30DE engine, remove the connector brackets. Remove the starter-to-engine bolts ,and remove the starter from the vehicle. To install: Holding the starter in position, insert and tighten ... Read More

• 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

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• Reliability of Nissan Maxima's Transmission

  Written by: jimmyb123 on Jan 16, 2004 10:34:27 AM

  If anyone out there can help I would really appreciate it. I have a 1998 Nissan Maxima. A mechanic did faulty work that caused the transmission to completely deteriorate. The mechanic knows he performed the faulty repair, but will not pay for it. Does anyone have information on the reliability of Nissan Transmissions? This will help me extremely in small claims court. Thanks

• 6 speed Maximas

  Written by: p100 on Nov 12, 2003 4:40:02 PM

  It appears that manual transmission vehicles in the US are disappearing fast: Ford Explorer no longer offers manual transmission (did until 2002) Nissan Pathfinder dropped the manual transmission option several years ago Land Rover Discovery dropped the manual option in the late nineties Cannot get a manual on any full size American car or SUV anymore, and often manual transimssion on midsize and compact cars are only available with smaller base ... Read More

• p100

  Written by: habitat1 on Jul 13, 2003 5:55:07 AM

  I hope your 1998 SE is holding up as well as my 1995 SE has (knock on wood). I think "extreme" is an apt way of describing the direction Nissan has taken with vehicle / interior design. Again, not to age myself, but back in 1995, the Maxima fit nicely on the continuum between less expensive cars like the Accord and Camry and the more expensive BMW and Mercedes offerings. And ... Read More

• perna

  Written by: p100 on Jun 10, 2003 9:42:13 PM

  comparison of Japanese vehicles I owned built in Japan vs built in the US: 1992 Mazda Protege LX: built in Japan Problems in 125 K miles and 7 years: 1. Replaced auxiliary cooling fan at 76K miles which wore out due to constant A/C use in Florida 1999 Mazda ES V6: built in the US Problems in 67K miles and 4 years: 1. Alignment out of spec from the factory - ... Read More

• 1998 Nissan Maxima Antenna

  Written by: joekool35 on May 12, 2003 3:00:18 PM

  Does anyone know if there is any way to keep the power antenna on the 1998 nissan maxima to stay up? It gets very annoying for it to always go up and down.

• jimxo

  Written by: habitat1 on Oct 4, 2002 6:58:22 AM

  I can somewhat sympathize, but I also think you need to be realistic. You didn't say what you were asking for the car, but what would you pay for a 3+ year old car with 65k miles when a brand new Maxima SE can be had for $25k or less? And, by the way, the difference in performance with the 255 hp 6-speed 2002/3 is significant. I have a 1995 SE ... Read More

• New 2003 Maxima

  Written by: jpierce26 on Jul 23, 2002 7:23:51 AM

  Hi all, I have been in the Passat newsgroup for about 3 months getting ready to purchase a 2002 Passat GLX V6 w/4motion. I was leaving a resturant the other day and saw the Nissan Maxima 2003. I had to check it out. Now that I have seen 2003 and the Passat 2002, I am soooo stuck. Not sure which to go with. I currently own a 1998 Maxima. I never ... Read More

• re: Nissan Maxima

  Written by: kvsm3 on Jun 29, 2002 8:06:24 PM

  NMCHOP, First of all $14995 is way too much for a 1998 Nissan Maxima SE. If you want to find out the TMV (true market value), check the TMV value for used cars at the Edmunds site. Second, The Nissan Maxima is a great car and is way better then the Dodge Stratus by a long shot! I have a 1999 SE 5 speed with 45K miles and it hasnt given ... Read More

• looking at a used Maxima

  Written by: nmchop on Jun 28, 2002 6:16:23 PM

  I'm considering trading "down" but really up to a Nissan maxima (1998 SE)...it's got the Bose and sunroof, cloth seats (i like that since I live in the desert and it's 100-degrees every day). It's dark green with a little bit of sun damage around the fake wood where the dash goes around the radio (very minor, the plastic covering is coming up a little, it happens out here). I got ... Read More

• RE: Timing Belt or Timing Chaing on 02 Maxima?

  Written by: eblum on Jan 18, 2002 2:16:08 PM

  It has a timing chain...I made sure before I bought my 2000 SE. I haven't posted in some time..here are some things about my Max -Just had one of the spark coils replaced under warranty. I was driving up the Garden State Parkway and when I got off the engine started to stumble...I swore it was the tranny. But they found a dead coil...no charge... -Still have knock/pinging issues. I hoped ... Read More

• Navigation System

  Written by: habitat1 on Nov 16, 2001 2:47:12 AM

  I would recommend you get a full demonstration of the Maxima navigation system before you decide to order one. The sales manager at my Nissan dealership is only ordering one Maxima with the system, and that's just to satisfy the regional office. He has seen the system and is not that impressed. I myself have not seen the Maxima system. However, I have seen several others and they vary greatly in ... Read More

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• "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

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• 2002 Maxima V6 & V8 / MPG concerns

  Written by: habitat1 on May 24, 2001 5:19:55 AM

  Stopped by a Nissan dealer yesterday and was told by the sales manager that the 2002 Maxima will be out in September with both a standard 260hp V-6 and an optional 300 hp V-8 available. This was the first I have heard of the V-8 being offered as an option. The particular dealership is not the most professional, so I'm not sure if this is reliable news or not. Unfortunately, it ... Read More

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• Extended warranties

  Written by: deisner on Mar 30, 2001 10:11:35 PM

  I just purchased a 1998 Nissan Maxima SE. Is it worth it to get the Nissan extended warranty at $1690 for a 7year/100,0000 mild/ 0 deductible policy.

• 1998 Nissan Maxima rack seal leak follow-up from previous posting

  Written by: benorris on Feb 22, 2001 2:22:25 PM

  I called the Nissan dealership (where I purchased my Maxima brand new) when I discovered a rack seal leak at 37,450 miles last month. The dealership told me sorry, I am "expired" which I thought was quite rude. I then called Nissan Consumer Affairs and was told that they would not extend their warranty to cover this. My say on this? A rack seal shouldn't be leaking now or at any ... Read More

• 1998 Nissan Maxima has troubling starting first thing in a.m.

  Written by: benorris on Feb 20, 2001 10:46:31 AM

  My Nissan Maxima GLE is having difficulties starting first thing in the morning. I just replaced the battery last month when it went completely dead. I thought this was the problem, but now it is trying not to start in the morning again. Could it be the alternator? This car has been riddled with problems for being only 3 years with 38,000 miles.

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• 1998 Nissan Maxima steering problems

  Written by: chuckmanj on Feb 12, 2001 1:24:03 PM

  Ever since I bought my Maxima new in Aug. of '98, it has never seemed to drive right. It has always pulled to one side or the other when I take my hands off the wheel. I've had the alignment done several times and the tires rotated but nothing seems to get it just right. Recently, I rotated the tires as specified in the owners manual. This caused it to pull ... Read More

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• 1998 Nissan Maxima GLE leaking Power Steering Fluid

  Written by: benorris on Jan 30, 2001 8:04:00 AM

  At 37,000 miles, I noticed a drip under my car. I was told it was a seal leak on the rack (rack and pinion). Of course, this just missed getting fixed under the 36,000 warranty, even though it is something that shouldn't occur on such a young car. Has anyone else experienced this?

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• Maxima Paint

  Written by: widog on Jan 17, 2001 8:27:18 AM

  Our family has a 1998 Maxima SE with black paint. I have noticed that even the slighted door ding results in the black paint coming off and the white primer being exposed. We have another black car, a 1994 Isuzu Rodeo. Door ding never reveal primer. Anyone else have problems with the paint job on their Maxima or other Nissan vehicle? I'm think of getting a new Pathfinder to replace the ... Read More

• flamearrow

  Written by: eblum on Jan 16, 2001 7:12:50 PM

  I had a very good experience with Kimmel & Silverman in Pennsylvania. They are one of the largest lemon law specialist in the country. Check them out at www.lemonlaw.com They helped me get rid of a POS 1998 Grand Prix... Even as an owner of a 2000 Maxima, I can say that Nissan service and customer care sucks...they are rated in the lower tier of customer service ratings.... What dealership did ... Read More

• Will It Last?

  Written by: pathtomax on Dec 29, 2000 10:40:35 AM

  I tried posting a few weeks ago and it seems as though it was 'lost' in the upgrade. Let's try this again. I am the current owner of a 2000 Maxima GXE. I currently have 25,000 mostly highway miles due to my Boston commute being 130 miles daily. Three of the last four cars that I have owned have been Nissan's so I have been pretty brand loyal. My last car ... Read More