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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Nissan/Datsun -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Gasoline Engines -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Service as ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front -> Rear
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 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 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery cables.
  • Raise vehicle on suitable lift.
  • Drain engine coolant by loosening drain plug on bottom of radiator. Never drain coolant when engine is hot to avoid being scalded. Drain coolant from radiator into a clean suitable container.
  • Remove bolt securing air cleaner and duct assembly.
  • Remove battery frame nuts and bracket securing battery then remove battery.
  • Remove bolts securing battery tray.
  • Disconnect hose clamp for upper radiator hose at radiator side.
  • Disconnect hose clamp for lower radiator hose at radiator side.
  • On models equipped with CVT, drain fluid from ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Nissan -> 2005-06 Altima & Maxima
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the glove compartment pins, Fig. .
  • Press in on the sides of the glove compartment door to release the door from the glove compa...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Nissan -> Air Bag Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS

When the ignition key is placed in the on or Start positions, the air bag warning lamp will illuminate for approximately 7 seconds, then turn off. This lamp cycle indica...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

Never remove radiator cap when engine is hot. Serious burns could occur from high pressure coolant escaping from radiator.

  • Drain coolant from radiator into a suitable container.
  • Remove fresh air duct.
  • Remove IPDM E/R bolts and position aside.
  • Disconnect radiator upper and lower hoses.
  • Remove A/T fluid cooler hoses, if equipped.
  • Plug hoses to avoid le...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Rotate or lift the belt tensioner arm, using a suitable tool to relieve tension from dr...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2006 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Component Parts & Harness Connector Location Diagram for 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GASComponent Parts & Harness Connector Location Diagram for 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • ECM
  • BCM
  • A/C Amplifier
  • ABS Actuator
  • Power Door Lock System Diagram for 2006 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GASPower Door Lock System Diagram for 2006 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Key Lock Solenoid
  • BCM
  • Fuse Block
  • Door Switch
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2006 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2006 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Nissan Maxima SL 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Switch
  • Left Door Mirror
  • Right Door Mirror
  • 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Body Control Module
  • Buzzer
  • Left Seat Belt Buckle Switch
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2006 Nissan Maxima cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: A/C SYSTEM O-RING SEAL LEAKS
    Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Heating, A/C, Ventilation, Defogger
  • Document: INTELLIGENT KEY / NATS KEY REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
    Vehicle: 2006 Nissan Maxima SE 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2006 Nissan Maxima AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2006 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 2006 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 2006 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 2006 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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