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2003 Nissan Maxima Consumer Discussions
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Re: camry vs Maxima vs Altima [int64]
Stay away from the Maxima -- the 04-06 auto transmission will give you problems sooner or later and also the 04-08 engine's timing chain tensioners have a crappy design so both of those are costly repairs (check out forums.maxima.org and look around there) -- look for clean 02-03's they should be less problematic or an 07+ I had a 95 Maxima for my first car (my dad bought it in 2003) ... Read More
Nissan Maxima
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Re: 2003 nissan maxima overheating [trace66usa]
Would stand to reason that the coolant level would be the first thing to check.
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2003 nissan maxima overheating
my 2003 nissan maxima is overheating in the warm weather what is the first thing I need to check
2010 Nissan Maxima
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Re: 2010 Nissan Maxima [2000protege]
Couldn't disagree more on the face styling. I've owned a 2003 and currently own a 2006. The 2003 looked great from profile and from the front, but looked odd and perhaps even a bit "cheap" from behind. The 2006 nose design is far too mainstream for this car and the grill is ugly. It almost stopped me from buying the car, but the deal I got was too good to pass ... Read More
2009 Nissan Maxima
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Re: my 1-year old 2009 Maxima [cyberpunk]
I've heard that same sound in two previous generations of the Maxima (2003 and 2006), and both times it turned out to be a failed tie-rod end. When they fixed the 2003, the dealer told me it was a common failure. In 2006, they wouldn't admit that to be the case, but seems to me that if I had the same thing happen in two different installments, then Nissan might have ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Lease Questions
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Short Credit History Problem - Trick or Fact?
Invoice for the car is $34,739, then there's $750 dealer cash. Holdback is $600. Are Maximas selling out west? There are very few on the road around here. As a first time customer, I'd doubt the Dealer would give you their holdback. I'd say start at invoice offering $34,000, see what they say, if no, offer $34,250. I wouldn't go any higher than $500 over - you're only benefiting $250 of ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Nissan Maxima SE $2865 repair surprise [dx1hf]
I had a 2003 Maxima SE and had to have my O2 sensors replaced after the Check Engine light came on. Luckily for me, it was still under warranty at the time (makes you wonder when a part like this fails at the 20k mileage point). Perhaps a common point of failure?
2009 Nissan Maxima
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Re: BMW [flightnurse]
Why are people stuck on a marketing gimick that Nissan has for the new Max? Maybe you should be asking a different question - to Nissan. As in, why are they using a 13+ year old label that clearly no longer applies to the Maxima? It seems that Nissan is the one that is "stuck" here, not those that call the company to the carpet for not delivering the goods. I ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Maxima engine problems
I own a 2003 manual Maxima SE that has 150k miles. I have already had two complete engines replaced under warranty. Nissan could not (or would not) tell me why either of the engines replaced failed, though oil consumption was main indicator. Now the third engine is using oil (quart every 500 miles), even though engine only has 45k on it, and of course is no longer under warranty. I have ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Accessories and Modifications
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Re: 2003 nissan maixma foglights [acgrunt19]
I had same Idea for my 05 maxima. Now real xenon are expensive and fakes burn fast so though they are ugly while on next to xenons, halogens are your only choice
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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What the Heck!!!
I dont know if i am luck or unlucky. I bought a 2003 Maxima GLE in july. Immediatley i noticed that the engine was not holding oil. There were no obvious leaks, but after about 1500 miles of each oil change, the engine would be almost bone dry. At first the dealer replaced the Gasket Seal, But this did not fix the problem. After taking it back to the dealer a ... Read More
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Rear Brake Wear; 2003 Max SE with 46k miles
Just got an oil change at Nissan and the tech said my REAR brake pads may need replacing soon. I thought Front brake pads wore out first on all FWD vehicles. No other brake problems to date (5 year old Maxima; original owner). Any ideas out there?
Nissan Maxima Tires and Wheels
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Re: Is there another tire that can be used on 2003 Nissan Maxima [maximagle
I have assurance triple tread on my old Buick and out of all GoodYear tires I find them best compromise for rain and Snow, but unless you get snow in Florida this summer ( to the enjoyment of Gorbal warming, which stands for Al Gore and his global warming movie, supporters) you have no use for them. I have Eagle RS-As on my Maxima and I hate them for everything but ... Read More
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Re: Is there another tire that can be used on 2003 Nissan Maxima [perna]
I am shopping tires also for my 03 Maxima GLE. Goodyear is recommending the Assurance Triple Tred but I am reading mixed reviews and I am not too concerned about wet/snow traction living in FL although we have heavy rains but my main concern is for ride comfort and longer wear. The Turanza's that are on there went for about 60K so far but need replacing soon. Anybody have any other ... Read More
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Re: Is there another tire that can be used on 2003 Nissan Maxima [mj69bowl]
You should really buy new rims if you're not going to buy the "standard" size tire. Personally, I bought 4 Bridgestone Turanza LS-Vs (GREAT tire, BTW, destroys the Potenzas) for around $550-600 installed. IMO, this really isn't a car you want to put cheap tires on.
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Is there another tire that can be used on 2003 Nissan Maxima
I'm looking to purchase new tires for my 03 Nissan Maxima. 225 50 R 17 tires. Is there another size tire that can be used. If so does anyone recommend any in particular? Where can I find? Price of the 225 50 R17 ranges from $580 (4 tires) to $1200 (4 tires) - Anything cheaper?
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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2004 Nissan Maxima struts
I would like to know how many people have had trouble with their 04 & up front Struts? I have 9 pages right now from the NHTSA website (www.nhtsa.dot.gov) of complaints about them. I baby my Maxima. I bought it a month after they came out in 2003. I only have 23,900 miles on it and for the last 8 months have had a rattling noise from the front. Now I ... Read More
2007 Nissan Maxima
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my opinion
my guess nissan is moving maxima up market to position against Avalon. Since Avalon has no manual tranny, nissan chose same thing. I agree with kwk1 Altima is really next generation of maxima after 2003. I also wish that 07 maxima had more HP(270+)and AWD.
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Why no manual speed with Maxima 07 ?
I am a big fan of the maxima. I upgraded from 98 to 2000 to 2003 with manual transmission maxima. I love my 6 speeds 03. But unfortunately for me it looks like Nissan is moving away from manual trans maxima. Why ? Does Nissan plan to make no more maxima manual speed ? I am seriouly looking into alternative V6 manual shift car.
Nissan Maxima vs. Toyota Camry
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The real King of Cars.
My 2003 Maxima SE has made me a Nissan customer for life. The car is just shy of its 4th birthday in my house, and I STILL look forward to getting into it every day. At its 30k mile service (it now has 40k miles), I had 75% of my front pads remaining, and even more on the back. My rotors are perfect. Maybe the key to buying a perfect car ... Read More
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Toyota or Nissan????
Untill Nissan can prove to me that they have fixed some things I'll not buy another one in the near future. It may be minor to some folks but here's my experience. In 2000 I purchased a new body style Maxima. Loved it. However at 10,000 miles the rotors needed turned and at 20,000 they needed replaced. Then within 6000 miles it was giving me the shakes and needed turned so ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Re: 2006 Maxima [maximafan]
It's still REAL bad here in South Florida. Here's the results of a Google news search on Maxima Headlights: POLICE REPORT Miami Herald, FL - Jul 23, 2006 ... Headlights valued at $2,500 were stolen from a 2002 Nissan Maxima at an apartment in the 1900 block of Northwest 207th Street between 1 and 6 am July 6. ... Miami Herald, FL - Jul 6, 2006 ... A thief stole both ... Read More
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Re: Zeph vs. Max [azazel]
I cross-shopped these cars a month ago and bought the Maxima two weeks ago. The Zephyr has a wonderful interior, actually difficult to match anywhere near that price point. Although I never compared size specs closely, the Maxima seems much larger in all respects. Also has a more powerful engine, although the Zephyr would seem to get the nod with the new 6-speed auto tranny (latest Maxima tranny is very smooth ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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lukewarm news
"Owners of Nissan Maximas whose headlights were stolen between December 2002 and November 2003 will share in part of a $325,000 payment the company is making to New Jersey to settle a lawsuit the state brought over the thefts." Nissan pays $325,000 to settle stolen headlight issue (Straightline) Steve, Host
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Re: GET OUT OF LEASE [tidester]
I traded in my 2003 Maxima SE in January 2004 for a new Toyota Solara without xenons and I now sleep much better. Most upscale new cars including BMW, Nissan,Lexus,Infiniti,Acura,etc. have these desirable xenons. Most Toyota models do not including my Solara. Trade in values on Maximas are very low and insurance rates are astronomical, especially here in NJ. A class action lawsuit against Nissan by the State of NJ is ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Expectations in years 3-5
I have a 2003 Nissan Maxima that was purchased in summer of 02 (first 03 sold in the city actually). Since the car's factory warranty was only 3yr/36k, I am no longer under warranty protection and did not buy an extended warranty. Increased fuel costs combined with an upcoming transition into a sales role has made me consider trading in for something with better gas mileage (getting between 15.5-17.5 MPG depending ... Read More
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stolen airbag control module
My module was removed before I purchased my 2002 maxima gle. I am trying to locate a used one that will clear the light.I recently tried a 2003 module,but the light would not go out.My nissan mechanic scanned the computer and found no codes.His response was "must not be the correct module" although the parts guy says both cars( vin #s) take the same part #.All junk yards say all 2002-2003 ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Re: HID Headlights 2003 nissan maximas [cornellpinoy]
Well Add me to the list also my 02 maxima had its headlights yanked from it not even 2 weeks after i bought the car! This is insane that the motor companies refuse to do anything about this. Its as if they begg you to buy their car with their billions in advertising then once you buy the car your screwed. I too will never buy another nissan or any other ... Read More
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Re: Maxima vs. Altima [habitat1]
Nor does the current model invoke the owner "passion" that the 4th and prior generations did. Agreed. Also agree with other recent posts about fit/finish, interior, sportiness, handling, etc. about current generation of Max vs 95-99 (gen 4?). Have a 97 SE with 171K miles and excellent reliability - it has essentially been bullitt proof. We have always had all service done at either of 2 Nissan dealers so I always ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Re: HID Headlights 2003 nissan maximas [russianmd]
I feel for you. I have a friend who had the headlamps stolen from her RX300 - parked on her driveway! I also know quite a few folks that have had their Maxima lights stolen. Recently, I saw a CTS that also had the same thing happen - and it only had halogen bulbs, not HID. Do you live in the NY/NJ Metro area?
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Re: HID Headlights 2003 nissan maximas [letgig]
Someone should also get their act together at Lexus: the stolen headlights on my RX400h cost $8400 (!!!) to repair. And, of course, Lexus (dealer and corporate) deny any responsibility. It takes less than a minute to pop those suckers out - how is it not a defect? And we'll see if their fix is as effective as Nissan's.
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HID Headlights 2003 nissan maximas
It is true, they will put the kit on, according to cops doesn't work, the theives will take more than a minute and do more damage...What Nissan should have done was create a different type of light or alarm unit to any proximaty or tampering with those lights or alerting customers before hand (god forbid). I bought mine at nissan nemet in queens, and will never buy from them again, having ... Read More
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Re: 06 Maxima speculation [maxamillion1]
I am not sure if Nissan wants to spend money on the maxima getting updates but it is due for one soon since it has been on the market since March of 2003
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Problems with Gas Door
I have a 2001 Nissan Maxima that I bought new in May 2001. In July 2003, I had a problem with my gas door where it got out of alignment (skewed up on the top right and skewed out on the bottom left). This interfered with the opening and closing of the door. I brought it to the dealership (Barry Nissan, Newport, RI) and they said they could fix it. They ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Nissan's Recent Theft Kit Upgrade (4/29/05)
Recently purchased a 2003 Maxima. Love the car! Live in an area where theft of lights has occurred (Central NJ). Know several people that have had lights stolen. Still purchased the car. Found out through a technician at my dealer that the thiefs aren't interested in the lights but the "ballast" that turns them on and off. Nissan has since improved on its first attempt to rectify the problem. It takes ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Prices Paid and Buying Experience
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Re: Is this a Good Deal?? 2005 Maxima SL [thenebean]
I'm sorry. It's a 2003 Nissan 350Z Performance model....20K miles! And it's Manual. Keep the suggestions coming> Who is Terry? How do i contact him? LOL
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Re: cd player [kzak]
My 2003 maxima is on the second bose CD player. Nissan installed replaced the first one but this one still skips all the time, particularly in the winter. The problem reduces as the car warms up and the air inside gets drier. I thought a couple of my CDs were scratched .....but I am begining to believe that the car player is actually doing the scratching. I am going in for ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Re: NJ SUES NISSAN OVER XENONS by mparis1 [lydette]
i told you so.................dump the maxima it is not worth it...stay away from the 2002/2003...unless you live in the desert........ALL YOU NISSAN LOVERS....WHY DON'T THEY MANUFACTURE NON- XENON REPLACEMENTS..................................MONEY ..THAT IS WHY........................good luck lydette : :
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Re: Nissan Maxima RPM issue
I have an 04 maxima se that has 34,000K miles on it and has been a constant visitor to the dealership for transmission/engine issues. This time I have been without my car for seven days and still no answer to what the problem is. When pulling off from a trtaffic light, then engine revs up like it should for a second then the rpm drops to zero, the car pulses through ... Read More
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Re: 04 Maxima Vibration Service Advisory [glmilmo]
I own a 2003 maxima with similar problem.Mine involves vibration at 60miles when brakes are applied.Dealer claims it is rotor and pad .This cost me $399.I felt swindled considering that car in question has only 22,500 miles on when problem began.My 94 town and country van with 3 years brake pads and rotor,40,900 miles has no such problems.The maxima is driven on the highway 10miles daily 4 days a week.The dealer ... Read More
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Update: Combustion knock - 2003 Maxima
Went to NISSAN dealer today. Engine checked out good; within specs and no DTC codes, but the car is still knocking frequently. Hopefully, it's ONLY some bad gas (in the car). BTW, SES light was never on.
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MIDAS and MAF
I'm leary of Midas. I had them here in MN check my brakes and they told me the same thing, 10% left. I think they're full of crap. I didn't get mine fixed and I'm still running on same pads 6 months later with zero problems and zero squeaking, etc. I just brought it there for a free brake inspection because I have 74K on my car and haven't done brakes ... Read More
Nissan Maxima
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Re: Buying an 05 Maxima [blaruffa]
Can anyone provide more information about the 2005 Max interiors, including guages, instrument panel, etc.? Did Nissan decide to make interior improvements in the 2005 Maxima like the huge improvements that they made to the 2005 Altima? I thought the 2003 Max model interior was great, drooling over it when I went to a local dealership. But in my opinion, I think the Nissan Maxima interior regressed for that new 2004 ... Read More
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After-market lights
Potential buyers please take this as a good advise: If you decide to by a new 2005 Maxima, make sure that you opt for the HID lights. The stock maximas come with 55 W hi/lo 9012 bulbs that are unique to the Maxima. They don't have any aftermarket replacements. I tried to upgrade my bulbs to PIAA's or POLARGs, and no one has the 9012 equivalent. Needless to say, that the ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Sensors / 5 th Gen.
Everyone knows that the 2000-2003 Maximas have problems with blown Mass airflow sensors, 02 sensors , Cam and crank angle sensors and Ignition coils. I have read on other forums that there are people that are experiencing " SECOND " failures of some of the above items. Apparently, Nissan is not replacing these parts with improved versions but merely the SAME part number that came with the car. Is my assumption ... Read More
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re:renault
No doubt there are some assembly issues directly attributable to good old American shoddy workmanship. However, there are also cheaper, lower quality parts being used, which accounts for a number of warranty issues. A good example is cheap coils and Bridgestone tires used on 2000-2003 Maximas, which were assembled in Japan. Personally I detest cost cutting measures like introduction of low quality questionable parts in order to save money. No matter ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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More stolen headlights
I too had my headlights stolen from my 2003 I35 in New Jersey. I was told by Infiniti's Consumer Affairs department that it has become something that they are tracking statistics on as it has become a concern in the Northeast. My local dealer and Infiniti USA told me there is no "fix" kit as Nissan offered to the Maxima owners. The local dealer has had customers whose lights have been ... Read More
Nissan Maxima
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Car Prices and availability
Right now Nissan has a special financing on 2004 maximas, I traded my 2003 and without down payment, got myself a 2004, SE, with sunroof for a $30 more a month, not sure exactly, what my total is, as they manipulated the numbers so much. But the thing about it is that I did not loose much money on my trade in. provided I had 42,000 miles on my 2003 max, ... Read More
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Aftermarket parts
Does anyone know, when Nismo will release the cold air intake kit for the 2004 Maxima? They have it for the Altima and the 350Z, but not for Maxima… Did anyone put a cold air intake on his or her Maxima yet? If yes, how is it working for you? Personally, I do not agree with statements that Nissan screwed up the exterior of Maxima. The rear end looks great, it ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Nissan lost another valuable customer
Hey all...first and foremost...NISSAN SUUUUUCK!! I've had a 97 Maxima and loved it, so when I sold it, without question, I went back to Nissan and got this cursed 2003 SE Maxima. THE BIGGEST MISTAKE!! This is a list of all the things that's happened so far...tire blow up-$350, windshield cracked-$300, stolen headlight-$3,100, dead battery-$50, stolen headlights again-$3,000. I am utterly disappointed with Nissan!! I hate this car!!! And I will ... Read More
Nissan Maxima
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oh yeah...
i think its pretty cool, though, that the car went over a year in production without incentives, and STILL got over the target mark for sales. i have seen lots of people dog on the maxima for being too big, too luxury, etc...but almost a year ago i explained nissan's intentions: the maxima was PURPOSEFULLY moved into the 'entry lux' market to capture tha avalon/TL/gs330 market. this was also done to ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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2001-2003 MAXIMA Headlights
Finally somewhere to vent. It never occurred to me to seek advice from this forum until recently. My mother WAS the proud owner of a 2001 MAXIMA, but not anymore. If you have one get rid of it before it's re-sale or trade-in value disappears! My mom had hers headlights stolen twice!! There are no hood locks, special kits (only available upstate), or alarms to deter the thieves. And if you ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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coils
Coils are about the MOST common problem on the 2000-2003 Maximas. Not sure about the 1999 and prior, or 2004's. Very well known issue in the Max chat board and enthusiast communities. Very well known by Nissan themselves, which is why even though you're out of warranty they fixed it anyway. I've got 64K on my 2000 Max so I figure pretty much anyday my light will come on. I've already ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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HEY GUYS by mparis1
All Nissan has to do is offer non-xenon replacements for the 2002/2003 maximas. Case closed.people will then have a choice.now they are at the thieves mercy, to steal or pass by. They offer this choice on the 2004 . I wonder why??Also ,think guys about the re-sale valve of these 2002/2003. Who would want them? Either they steal the pop-outs or damage your hood and fender trying. Who the hell would ... Read More
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NJ SUES NISSAN OVER XENONS by mparis1
everybody read post no. 111. does anybody know of a similar suit in new york state. how to become part of a class action?SHAME ON YOU NISSAN. I WILL NEVER BUY ANOTHER PRODUCT. They could have put out non-xenon replacements. but never did. Letting customers pay for replacements, higher insurance costs and even charging for the "so-called" bracket fix......which still does damage to the car. SHAME ON YOU NISSAN..........Hope YOU EAT ... Read More
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Maxima reliability/quality
I concur with kenm8, "It seems that there have been more difficulties reported on this message board on the next gen (2000 and later) than there were on the 95-99". I can testify as I own a 2003 Nissan Maxima with the dreaded COLD ENGINE RATTLE that is common with this car. It makes you question Nissan's reliability and quality and where they are headed. Onto another subject, but closely related, ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Popping noise in front end
I'm experiencing the exact same problem as the one described in post item #1691. I recently purchased a 2003 Maxima SE with 15,000 miles also and I noticed the same sort of "popping" noise when I go over bumps. I am having problems with a vibration around 60-65 mph which according to the NISSAN dealer is not related to bad tires, balancing or bad rims. Would it be possible that a ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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BYE BYE MAXIMA
JUST TRADED IN THE 2003 MAXIMA SE AFTER GETTING IT BACK FROM DEALER BODY SHOP. TOTAL REPAIR WAS $4100 WITHOUT THE THIEVES TAKING THE HEADLIGHTS. I HAD DATA DOTS AT THE TIME OF THE VANDALISM. NISSAN OFFERED ME $17,OOO TRADE IN VALUE TOWARD A NEW MAXIMA. MY 2003 MAXIMA WAS IN PERFECT CONDITION WITH 14K MILES. THE NEW CAR THAT I BOUGHT IN APRIL 2003 AND ANOTHER $12,000 WOULD HAVE BOUGHT ... Read More
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Across the U.S.A. -- Maxima Value Crashing
*** Nissan Maxima '02 / '03 headlight theft will spread all over the U.S. *** Due to the defective design of these cars, their value will plummet over the next 12 months -- EVERYWHERE. Nissan's "patch", DataDots and harness change, are not effective -- thieves continue to try, causing thousands of dollars of body damage. If you own a 2002 or 2003 Nissan Maxima, you should expect to incur substantial, serious ... Read More
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I MAY BE ABLE TO HELP--wavi99/bobfuran/elldogg 1999 by mparis1
I may be able to help. write to my e-mail address. the 2001 maxima lights are totally different looking than the 2002/2003. Thieves will be wasting their time for the "cheap"2001/2000 lights. I agree NIssan has left a bad taste in my mouth. I feel sorry for all the guys who OWN their cars.No body is going to buy them in the north east. Have to go cross country to sell ... Read More
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no title
After hearing horror stories from other 2002/2003 Maxima owners AND having my hood,grille,and front fender damaged AFTER I had DataDots installed on my 2003 SE...I went to my Nissan dealer for a possible trade. They are unsympathetic and not willing to come down substantially on a new model Maxima or Altima. The sales manager suggested I call NissanUSA in California and speak to a customer service rep. She was very nice ... Read More
Nissan Maxima
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perna...
actually, i only sold 2 2003 maximas new. i starten selling nissan in may...was with honda before that. however...the buyers of maximas have been slightly older on average, than previous owners. the altima buyers are the same as camry/accord buyers...except the altima SE. LOTS of older max owners have switched. they get leather, heated seats, digital climate control, V6, bose audio, cd changer, power seats, etc...all for ~$26-$28k. instead of a ... Read More
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no title
To most people, a Nissan Maxima is another Nissan, not a Rolls Royce or Mercedes. The current Altima is a fine car and is selling well, and has been a success. It has enough "panache" as the base level Maximas of the 90's. In fact, a lot of pre 2004 Maximas were in rental fleets, a local Hertx lot has three 2003 Max's for sale. Also, I rented one on a ... Read More
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lichtronimo...
nissan isnt offering any kind of rebate on the altima. they have a dealer incentive of $500 for the 2003s, but not a customer rebate. the rest of them are correct. also, did you realize that the other 4 you mentioned are the vehicles that have not been recently redesigned? nissan is trying to move away from the rebate game. interest rates are another thing, but rebates really put a drag ... Read More
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Maxima demand...
My understanding is that Nissan was building as many Maxima's as they could. Basically being able to shift between Altimas and Maximas on the assembly line. I did see that Nissan is offering a $2500 rebate on remaining 2003 Altimas, Sentras, Frontier, Xterra and Pathfinders.
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kennyg5
"IMHO, Nissan has committed a big blunder this time, and it must carefully rethink its market and design strategies for the "flagship" Max before it becomes a dinosaur. Survival of the fittest, that is the rule of the jungle and the marketplace." Your analysis of the contemporary auto market is flawed because your trying to only look at Maxima vs. Maxima sales results. The auto market in 2004 and forward doesn't ... Read More
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no title
2000-2003 have a lot of changes for one Nissan Upgraded the brakes for 02 and they have larger rotors etc and arent as problematic as the 00/01's. The tranny issue was for 00 that Nissan had and with the 02/03 their hasnt been now where near the problems, the 95-99 isnt known for the best trannies out their lots of issues with them mainly the auto. Like I said many messages ... Read More
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kyle
I guess everyone believes the car they drive is better in comparison to others. I admit I haven't spent much time in 97-99 series Maximas except for brief test drives, but I believe that the quality of the interior materials in the 89-94 series is the best that Nissan ever put into a Maxima. I prefer the interior of my '92 SE to that of a 2003 Max that I test ... Read More
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aristotle...
no. renault has no design or engineering say in the partnership, and they also dont have controlling interest. they only have 30%. basically, if nissan is a woman, then renault is simply a sugar daddy. kennyg... maxima sales are about equal from june to november 2003 as they were from june to november 2002. the problem is that the numbers arent seperated by model year.
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money mag
That's the same guy that ripped the max when it came out. you'll never please everyone. Here's his original article from April http://money.cnn.com/2003/04/22/pf/autos/nissan_maxima/
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FWD torque steer; 6-speed, etc.
I would think torque steer in the 2004 Maxima should not be any worse than the 2002/2003, since the engine power is essentially the same. A couple of my other thoughts on this debate, FWIW: 1) If you are really interested in a true high performance "sport sedan" you shouldn't be looking at any FWD car. No matter how well torque steer is handled through LSD or other methods, the weight ... Read More
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BMW / AMG / Nissan Automatics
Anyone that thinks AMG and Nissan automatics have anything in common has a serious case of wishful thinking. I've driven the C32 and E55 and, notwithstanding my personal preference for manual transmissions, those are the best performing true automatics I've ever driven. They are exceptionally fast shifting and there is no discernable slippage or hesitation under hard acceleration whatsovever. By comparison, the 4-speed automatic version of my 1995 Maxima SE was ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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CALL TO ACTION
Attention all Maxima owners, especially those with 2002 and 2003 models whose headlights have been stolen. I am organizing everyone to hold Nissan responsible and get them to do something about the epidemic of headlight thefts. My lights have been stolen 3 times in a matter of months!!! At this point, I can't park my car in the street. I've already solicited professional help and our chances look promising. To join ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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maxidriver1
Another alternative could be to try and find an owner of a 2004 (2001-2003's?) Maxima (with the 17" wheels) and see if you could trade wheels and tires? You might even end up with some extra cash out of the deal and it would add an additional 1/2 of rubber between your wheel and the road. I recall the same issue surfacing when the 00 Maxima's came out originally with 16" ... Read More
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Coil problems
Our mechanic charged us $500.00 for 2 coil replacement (at 43,000 miles). And problems didn't desapear. Then dealer replaced all coils on our Maxima 99 and charged us $500.00 more. We payed $1000 total fixing known problem. No new nissans for us any more. And now I see proud owners of 2000-2003 Maxima having same problems. Ha-ha-ha! Nissan is great in hiding problems, selecting scrap part manufacturers, forcing thousands customers to ... Read More
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My experience with my 1999 Maxima GXE
I had to replace my ignition coils at 39000 miles. Nissan America picked up the labor costs of replacing the coil and paid about 40% of the cost of parts. After that the car has been driving VERY smoothly. I have about 48000 miles on it. How is the 2003 Maxima? Any known major problems? I see 2003 GXE Automatic cars advertised for about $17k with about 13k miles on them. ... Read More
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00 Maxima SE
Man, your really down on Nissan dealers aren't you? My typing mistake on the timing of the events. The Murano was bought a year later July 26, 2003. The coil repair was in July 2002. The two events are not linked, except that I went back to the dealer and bought another vehicle from them FYI, Most dealers actually charge the retail price to their customers, not their cost price.
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bowke28
I suspect that consumers are reacting to Nissan's past pricing policies / strategy. Name one new model by Nissan or Infiniti that hasn't had incentives or significant discounting within 6 months or less of introduction. I, on the other hand, was pleased to get a Honda S2000 for $880 under MSRP a full 2 years after the vehicle was introduced. And I almost fell off my chair when a neighbor brought ... Read More
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texex
Frankly, as an owner of a 1995 Maxima SE 5-speed with a measely 190hp, I think Nissan has overdone it with 265 hp. I haven't driven the 2004 SE 6-speed yet, but the 2003, with 255 hp, had enough torque steer to be dangerous. And, for all that additional horsepower since 1995, the 2003 was only marginally quicker in real life (at least up to 70 mph). Another 10-20 horsepower probably ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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Maxima Engine Noise at Cold Start Up
Very early on in the 'Nissan Maxima Problems' messages (#3, #10. #14) cold start up engine noise was discussed. The noise is oil starvation clatter due to inferior flow-back valves on the Nissan oil filters. The Purolator PureOne oil filter solves the problem because of its superior silicone anti-drainback valve. BUT TRY TO FIND ONE FOR A 2003 MAXIMA SE! I even have the part number from Purolator: PL14610. BUT TRY ... Read More
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First Year Built in the USA (2004 Maxima)...
give them a chance! look at the excellence sales of BMW X5 being built in the USA! and all of the Japanese brands being built in the USA.... Maxima sports sedans, Xterra sport utility vehicles, Frontier pickup trucks and Altima midsize sedans are manufactured at the company's award-winning Smyrna plant (the most efficient automotive manufacturing operation in North America by the Harbour Report, an honor it has held for eight straight ... Read More
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Replace Maxima HID(2003) lights with regular Lights(2001)
Hi, I have just bought 2003 Nissan Maxima last month(June 2003) and has only 400 miles on it. My Xenon Head lights has been stolen in 10 minute from Mall in NJ. I am thinking to replace lights with regular lights (2001 Maxima). Dose any one tell me what are needed parts except for Regular headlights? Lights, Wire harness, etc. Thanks in advance. Dharam
Nissan Maxima
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md4_cow
I bought my 1995 Maxima from VOB Nissan in Rockville, MD. I have been generally pleased with the customer service since. Interestingly, they had many 2004 Maxima's in stock and pushed me to take one for a test drive. When I asked for a SE 6-speed, they didn't have any and indicated that those versions will be produced in even lower volume/percentages than the outgoing 2003 due to "limited demand". If ... Read More
Nissan Maxima: Stolen Headlights!!
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Stolen Headlights!!
I have a 2003 Nissan Maxima and live in the NE area. My headlights have been stolen twice in the past 5 months. These are very expensive to replace and I am afraid my insurance company will drop me. Has anyone had a similar experience?
Nissan Maxima
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lazette
At that price, have you also looked at the G35 Sedan? According to my neighbor who is in the market, the Acura TLS w/ navigation is being sold near invoice ($31k+/-), the G35 Sedan (nav & premium) at $1,000 over invoice ($32.5k), here in the DC area. They ruled out the 2004 Maxima primarily because they could get over the mental hurdle that - at $31k+ for the SL w/ Journey ... Read More
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2004 Nissan Maxima Pricing
The Maxima has gotten too expensive. A loaded maxima is costing $34,000+. This is ridiculous. I also think the new Maxima is not as nice looking inside compare to the previous generation Maximas(2000 - 2003). I just helped a friend buy a new car two months ago, she was asking about the 2004 Maxima. After going to the dealership and seeing the price of $34,000+ MSRP for the model she wanted, ... Read More
Nissan Maxima Maintenance and Repair
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2003 Maxima paint damage by rear wheel well
I bought my 03 Maxima in August 2002 and currently have just under 14K miles on it. The plastic piece that runs from the front wheel well to the rear wheel well has considerable number of chips/dents in it. This is occurring on both sides of the car. Also, the rear passenger door paint has been chipped away and the body is rusting. I took it to the dealer and Nissan ... Read More
Nissan Maxima
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maxappeal
I wasn't really trying to start a "my Maxima is quicker than your Maxima" debate. But since you asked, here is my summary: 1995 Maxima SE w/ 190 hp/ 205 ft lbs mated to a 5-speed manual was generally tested at 6.6-6.7 seconds 0-60. Why subsequent 4th generations (96-99) were tested slightly slower is beyond me. They added a little weight to the 3,001 lbs of the 1995 model year, but ... Read More
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Cabin microfilter confusion - help!
I have a 2003 SE and wanted to check out the status of the filter b/c I am getting a strange odor occasionally. I went to the trusty 'maxima.org' site and was directed to the courtesy-nissan parts web site for filter instructions that were supposed to be easy. I didn't think they were that easy and so have written to NISSAN to ask WTF on the cabin microfilter. Now, "warrenul" posts ... Read More
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habitat
My guess is that Nissan wont let the MY 04 Maxima run all the way through Aug 04. The 05 will probably be introduced summer next year, with few alterations. Although this is an assumption, I base this on Toyota's March 2002 introduction of the 2003 MY Corolla. The 2004 Corolla is now being released- with minimal to no changes. So it spent about a 15 month tenure as a 2003 ... Read More
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alpha01 / 2004 Maxima
The 95-99 Maximas have 190hp and 205 ft-lb of torque. My 1995 SE 5-speed weighs almost exactly 3,000 lbs. Which partially explains why the 1995 is quicker than the heavier 2000/2001 with only marginally more torque - and nearly as quick as the 2002/2003 with more torque, but more weight yet. On the 2004 Maxima, yesterday's Washington Post had a reputable dealer advertising all 2004's at a minimum of $1,000 off ... Read More
Nissan Maxima 2004 Redesign
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no title
Another review of the 04 Max not so good although,http://money.cnn.com/2003/04/22/pf/autos/nissan_maxima/i- ndex.htm
Nissan Maxima
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no title
Kind of an unflattering article on the re-design. http://money.cnn.com/2003/04/22/pf/autos/nissan_maxima/index.htm
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niteswmer2
I own a 2000 Maxima SE and have not had any problems with "many TSB's with unresolved coil pack problems and rotor warpage". I have 125,xxx miles on mine now and will tell you that IMO a lot depends on the original owner and how the car was driven and serviced. Can you check the service records on the vehicle at the Nissan dealer or is on another dealer's lot? It ... Read More
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Understanding Nissan's Holdback?
Edmunds lists Nissan holdback as: 2% + 1% of the Total Invoice (holdback = floorplanning allowance) What exactly is the 2% & 1% on? 1.) Is it 2% of the total MSRP and 1% of total Invoice? 2.) Is it 2% of total Invoice and 1% of the total Invoice? I am close to buying a 2003 Maxima SE and need this information. Thank you.
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8000 off msrp?
that would make a fully loaded SE $29,500 being sold at $21,500..... i doubt that'll happen.. dealerships are gonna want to make a lil money off the 2003's since they know no one's gonna even come test drive the 04's let alone buy them. have you guys seen the commerical for the 04's? i hate to say it, but kill off the maxima now... otherwise, we'll be the laughing stock of ... Read More
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Help Understanding Nissan's Holdback
Edmunds lists Nissan holdback as: 2% + 1% of the Total Invoice (holdback = floorplanning allowance) What exactly is the 2% & 1% on? 1.) Is it 2% of the total MSRP and 1% of total Invoice? 2.) Is it 2% of total Invoice and 1% of the total Invoice? I am close to buying a 2003 Maxima SE and need this information. Thank you.
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viche
I'll break rank with aromas and suggest you may be better off with a loaded Maxima SE 6-speed. Here's why: 1. For a FWD sedan, the 2003 Maxima SE is as good as it gets and it's an exceptional value with the current incentives. The G35 is, IMO, a decent value, but it's still second fiddle to either a BMW 3 or 5 series in driving dynamics. Frankly, I wouldn't stretch ... Read More
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Windy6
The sticker on the car your looking at loaded SE less Traction control, Nav, and Meridian, is (should be) $29,784 with an invoice of $26,752. I believe there is also a $1000 rebate on the Maxima taking your invoice down to $25,752. (The dealer is still making the holdback money of 3%.) I think if you go back over this board for a few weeks you'll see practically no one is ... Read More
Nissan Maxima vs. Honda Accord
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accord/maxima
I've owned both an accord and a maxima. I had a 99 accord, then traded it in for a 2001 maxima, then got a 2003 cause the 2001 got totaled. I personally wouldn't get a maxima again after this. The accord's resale value is GREAT and the problems for that car is almost zero. I personally think that the accord will last longer then a maxima. It's hard to compare the ... Read More
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