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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Manual Air Conditioning & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Diagnosis & Testing -> Altima -> Diagnostic Test -> Frontier & Xterra -> Maxima -> Operational Tests -> Pathfinder -> Quest -> Sentra -> Symptom Base Diagnosis
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

Operational Tests

  • Turn fan switch to 1 speed. Blower should operate on 1 speed.
  • Turn fan switch to 2 speed and continue checking blower speed until all speeds have been tested.
  • Leave blow on 4 speed.
  • Press each mode switch. Ensure discharge air comes out according to air distribution table, Fig. .
  • Press REC or MAX A/C switch. Recirculation indicator should illuminate.
  • Ensure intake door position changes by listening for slight change in blower sound.
  • Slide temperature control lever to full cold. Ensure cold air is discharged at...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Battery Ground Cable -> Brake Fluid Safety
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

Battery Ground Cable

Prior to service, disconnect battery ground cable and isolate as required.

Brake Fluid Safety

Do not allow brake fluid to ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

Front

Before removing front axle assembly, remove wheel sensor from assembly. Move it away from front axle assembly area. Failure to follow these instructions may result in damage to sensor wires and wheel sensor becoming inoperative.

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • On models equipped with ABS, remove ABS wheel sensor. Note before removing front axle assembly, remove ABS wheel sensor from assembly, then position it aside. Failure to follow this instruction may result in damage to sensor or s...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air intake duct.
  • Remove harness protector...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Four Wheel Drive (4WD) Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

When the ignition switch is placed in the on position, the 4WD warning lamp will light as a bulb check but should go off soon after the engine is started. If a malfunction in the 4WD ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Bypass -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

Inlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heater core.
  • Remove hose from heater core.
  • Reposition hose clamp at water outlet.
  • Remove hose from water outlet.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Outlet

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container by loosening drain plug of radiator.
  • Reposition hose clamp at heate...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

  • Loosen lock nut on power steering pump.
  • Loosen adjusting bolt on power steering pump.
  • Remove power steering pump drive belt.
  • Loosen lock nut on alternator belt idler pulley.
  • Loosen adjusting bolt on alternator b...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Front Door Harness Diagram for 2001 Nissan Maxima  3.0 V6 GASFront Door Harness Diagram for 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Door Speaker
  • Door Lock Actuator
  • Power Window Switch
  • Door Lock Switch
  • Power Window Regulator
  • ABS Components Diagram for 2001 Nissan Maxima  3.0 V6 GASABS Components Diagram for 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Wheel Speed Sensor
  • ABS Warning Lamp
  • ABS Control Unit
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 Nissan Maxima  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • LH Rear Combination Lamp
  • RH Rear Combination Lamp
  • High Mounted Stoplamp
  • 2001 Nissan Maxima  3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • A/C Switch
  • A/C Control Unit
  • Mode Door Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C SYSTEM O-RING SEAL LEAKS
    Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: WINDSHIELD CRACKING
    Vehicle: 2001 Nissan Maxima 3.0 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Glass, Doors, Hood, Decklid, Tailgate, Liftgate, Locks
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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