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i've a problem with my 1997 maxima. the problem is that the car SOMETIMES turns off while driving or when shifting the transmission to "D", knowing that the transmission is automatic. the rpm goes up and down until the engine turns off. as i just mentioned the problem happens SOMETIMES and sometimes the car works properly without any problems regardless of the speed.
i took the car to some workshops and they told me to change the following parts: fuel filter, fuel pump, spark plugs and air filter. i changed all these parts but the problem still exists. the car was checked by computer and the result was "system normal". last thing to mention is that check engine light is turned off.
i'm waiting for your response
The car will be driving fine, then I'll come to a red light and stop, or sometimes, just need to drive slower say from 65-70 down to 25-30, and when I step on the gas to accerlerate the car will move, but not shift up through the various gears! The rpms rev up and down, the engine makes a funny sound, the car moves, slowly and I end up mostly coasting until I can find a safe place to stop. After about 30 minutes, the car will usually be fine. I drive it quite often, with no trouble whatsoever. To work, around to friends, around town - it doesn't seem to like highway driving. It's been doing it on and off for a year.
My mechanic has tested it and cannot find anything wrong. Diagnostic testing, driving it, and other stuff. I don't what to spend a fortune on a new transmission if that's not the problem. I too, would love an expert response! Any thoughts, clues, hapless statements appreciated!
i appreciate your comment, but it seems that we both have invisible problems which might be easy when it is discovered.
may god help us to find a solution for our cars problems
Has the transmission fluid been changed? If not, flush with new synthetic fluid.
How old are the air and fuel filters? Change the air if older than 25k miles and fuel if older than 50k miles.
If these do not work I suspect there is a problem with one of the sensors that tell the computer to tell the transmission to shift gears.
I bought it from Mike Pallone Nissan, but he is out of the Nissan business now. Usually take it to Sheehy for maintenance (they took over Pallone's Nissan business) but they don't do body work.
I want to get an estimate on repairs before deciding if I should fix it or sell it. Any suggestions?
Hi Everyone- Well since my last posting on July 29, 2009 my car has cut off about 3 or more times. But I did find out that my oxygen sensor needs to be replaced and that I have a short in my window wipers, which explains why my battery was being drained since I've used it. I feel better since I've found what may be causing my car grief and I am grateful that it will be paid off this year. Also, I learned that it is very very important to keep up with regular oil changes especially on older cars....
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thanks for asking!
He said it could be also a transmission timing sensor of some sort.
I love my car, but thinking it may be time>. ......
I saw my mechanic today and he thinks same way so I added some gas treatment to see if it fixes this issue.
I'm thinking of taking it in to get the suspension checked out, but I'm worried that if I take it in and complain of suspension issues, the service folks will simply start recommending replacing shocks and springs at-will rather than ensuring there's an actual issue. Any thoughts on ways to be more specific in determining what the issue might be and how to make sure I don't get ripped off?
They can also do the "bounce test" but this is very subjective and proves little unless it were so extreme as to be obvious.
53K is a bit early for new struts but not unheard of.
Had to chanege oxygen sensors, Pre Cat, etc..
I ignored/tried to fix it myself...by reading forums here and at Maxima.org....
Changed one oxygen sensor
Ignition coils
MAF..
Problems will disapper only to reappear again. Finally took it to dealer...
A known problems in 5th gen Maximas
Sanjay
Now in the last few days, it feels like my transmission is "slipping" when giving a bit of gas while coasting in traffic. I'll be coasting through rush hour traffic and just need to give the gas a little tap to keep moving, and the whole car "jerks". Feels like the auto trans isn't catching the gear right away, but I'm far from a gear-head.
Could this be as simple as the auto tranny fluid needing replaced? Anything other ideas?
There are a few things it could be...Oxygen sensor and/or knock sensor. I experienced this one...sounds like your problem. This could cause the car to sputter and worst case completely stall eventually. Or, it could be as simple as a fuel filter, or needing a tune-up.
If you have an AutoZone nearby, they have a decoder to your check your engine when your engine light comes on that can pinpoint parts problems so you know what parts to buy, like fuel injectors, filters, etc. You may just need a tune up. I would try that before I went to a mechanic and start spending a ton of money.
Other obvious possibilities are the kind of gas you are using..could be water in your gas.
Well see what it is?
Mine is a 97 max with 160K miles and had the following repairs till now.
1) All four brake rotor resurfacing - once
2) All four New brake rotors- once
3) Rear brake calipers - three sets
4) Front brake calipers - one set
5) New CV joint - once
6) New alternator - once
7) New radiator - once
8) Oxygen sensor - once
9) Knock sensor - once
10) PCV valve - once
11) Mufflers - twice
12) Exhaust pipes - twice
Those all seem "normal" repairs to me for 160K, except for the rear calipers---that's just not right, 3Xs.
Here’s the problem, he can’t remember the name of the part. He thinks it might be called a “rear suspension crossbeam” or “rear control arm”. (I know what you are thinking, find a new mechanic!) I googled rear suspension and don’t see anything like what he described. Anyone else have any ideas?
Does anyone have any ideas as to good places to take it? I'm new to my area and don't know any good local mechanics, so it's probably going to be some national chain.
Make sure your battery connections are right, tight and clean.
Let me know how you make out.