They took it to a transmission shop owned by someone they know, and were told everythin. Manual transmission problems of the 2004 nissan maxima. Its to the point now that when i come to a stop it down shifts so erraticly that the tires chirp. Its my mothers car, they bought it new and she doesnt drive much. Your cars engine transfers power to the transmission via a clutch. To see how frequently 2004 nissan maxima problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. It was a one owner with about 90,000 highway miles, i loved the car and had no problems until feb 2010. Diagnosing symptoms of a bad manual transmission axleaddict.
Used 2004 nissan maxima for sale with photos cargurus. Extra weight is given to the more serious areas such as major engine or transmission problems. Altho the 06 was probally the better year since the internals were changed, you would have thought nissan would offer this service for 2004 5ats and add a external cooler. What are the most common problems with manual transmission. Sector forks in the transmission select which gear will be put into use. Jul 08, 2017 in this video i am replacing timing chains, timing tensioners, tensioner shoes, chain guides and a water pump on a 2004 nissan maxima 3. May 25, 2012 2004 maxima transmission fluid change and general inspection.
This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. Mar 29, 2012 2004 nissan maxima 5 speed automatic transmission not shifting out of 5th gear. The transmission has been acting up for a couple of months its a 5 speed auto. I have a 2004 nissan maxima with the serious transmission problems, driver s side window motor and one motor used to control the driver side power.
Nissan maxima standard transmission 2004, manual transmission mount by westar. The following chart shows the 24 most common problems for 2004 nissan maxima. Our 04 maxima did the same thing, all codes were transmission related had rebuilt transmission put in, the problem only got worse with different transmission issues, then put new valve body in which brought new issues no power car still jerking into gear so the shop put in nissan valve body had all sensors replaced but still not working now shifting hard into reverse and still losing power so after a month this shop still has our car and now saying oil valves to transmission not enough pressure. Car complaints, car problems and defect information latest news. Low fluid level can manifest in a number of different problems while your maximas automatic transmission is trying to shift. My 2004 nissan maxima is jerking when it changes gears.
Common problems with the nissan maxima vary depending on the model year, with the most common complaints involving transmission problems. The video above shows how to fix minor transmission fluid leaks in a 2004 nissan maxima. If you have automatic transmission problems in your maxima, ie. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicles power train with 914 problems.
Jan 22, 2015 nissan maxima power train manual transmission problems. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Most recent 2004 nissan maxima recall on january 16, 2006, nissan recalled 102,551 nissan maxima. Nissan maxima power train manual transmission problems. Jan 22, 2015 multiple 2004 and 2005 nissan maxima s have transmission problems due to installation of faulty transmissions, yet no recall has been issued. Search over 12,000 listings to find the best local deals. Has the 2005 nissan maxima transmission been recalled. Went to start the car this morning, and out of nowhere found. It may fix your problem and may not most likley yes. I have a 2004 nissan maxima with the serious transmission problems, driver s side window motor and one motor used to control the driver side power seat is out. The worst complaints are jerks when shifting, transmission failure, and transmission slips. Sounds like the abs is trying to engage every time you hit the brakes. Automatic transmission parts for nissan maxima ebay. Within 60 days of purchasing the car, i had to take it back to the dealership due to a malfunction with the brakes.
If your nissan maxima is experiencing transmission problems, there are only a few repairs you can perform yourself, such as checking and changing the transmission fluid and replacing the transmission filter. Automatic transmissions are more common these days, but for people who still enjoy the handson approach, a manual, or standard, transmission can present a few problems. My parents have a 2004 maxima with 70k miles on it. The second most common problem is related to the vehicles tires 7 problems. Nissan maxima transmission shifting problems it still runs. I may do the struts soon, front a rear, but other than that manual trans is sweet, clutch is working fine. Sparkys answers 2004 nissan maxima, transmission will. Transmission problems are the most common complaint, most often reported with the 2004, 2005 and 2006 models. How to troubleshoot a manual transmission that will not. Craig douglas, president of highly rated automotive service group in indianapolis, says just like an automatic transmission, manual transmission fluid needs to be replaced to keep the internal components operating correctly. Multiple 2004 and 2005 nissan maxima s have transmission problems due to installation of faulty transmissions, yet no recall has been issued. The complaint alleges that nissan maxima my 200406, altima my 200506, and quest my 200407 vehicles with the 3. Most other automatic transmission problems require specialized tools and the knowledge of a professional mechanic.
I have a 2004 maxima sl, about 144,000 miles on it. Based on this data and further analysis, we predict. Manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. The contact stated that while driving at 65 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and the gear shift failed. I have had problems with my 2004 nissan maxima since purchasing it brand new. I have found 2030 internet reports of faulty 2004 and 2005 nissan transmissions. The past few weeks ive noticed, when the engine gets warm, that the shift from 1st to 2nd gear is a hard shift for lack of technical term. Sparkys answers 2004 nissan maxima, transmission will not. Senew transmission thermostat problem warmed my 2004 nissan maxima 3. The second most common problem is related to the power train 200 problems. The 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2010 year models of the car garnered the most reported issues as of 2015.
Table 1 shows 26 common power train related problems of the 2004 nissan maxima. Most manual transmission issues originate not with the transmission itself, but from related components like the clutch assembly, linkage, or driveline. It has 101k miles and i think thats a bit early to need a new transmission, could it be a thermostat pro. Max from stateline, nevada on thu mar 22 2007 i really like the power, the style and the comfort of the 2004 maxima. To see how frequently nissan maxima problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Nissan maxima automatic transmission 2004, eco plus automatic transmission fluid, 1 quart by eneos. Truedelta 2004 nissan maxima transmission problems. After it cools down and is restarted, it drops back to normal.
Dangerous when happening in traffic, car does not shift fast enough to get the proper speed to move out of the way of traffic coming from behind. Westar is a widely recognized manufacturer and exporter of rubber to metal bonded parts for all types of trucks and automobiles. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission 409 problems. You may also experience gears slipping and delayed or rough shifting. Power train related problems of the 2004 nissan maxima. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the drivers seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat. He adds that manufacturers have direct specifications, but recommends a fluid change around 45,000 to 60,000 miles. The 2004 nissan maxima has been recalled 2 times by nhtsa.
I have a 2004 nissan maxima with the serious transmission problems, driver. It wont go into drive from park without a 35 second delay, it dosent down shift properly when coming to a stop. The transmission was a 5 speed automatic aisin warner 5550 also known as a re5f22a. Senew transmissionthermostat problemwarmed my 2004 nissan maxima 3. Transmission solenoid problems of the 2004 nissan maxima. New transmission speed sensor 319358e006 fits nissan cube versa sentra maxima fits. Nissan maxima 4 out of 5 stars 9 product ratings 9 product ratings new transmission speed sensor 319358e006 fits nissan cube versa sentra maxima. This 2004 nissan maxima came in with the complaint that the transmission would not shift properly. We have been owners of nissans for more than 22 years. The customer stated it felt like the transmission was starting in a high gear. I bought the 2004 nissan maxima sl for my wife in 2008. I really did not want to work on this vehicle as the customer informed me that the engine and transmission had both been replaced with continue reading 2004 nissan maxima, transmission will not shift.
Complete manual transmissions for nissan maxima ebay. My nissan maxima 2004 has a higher idle than expected it has 3. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Tachometer stays at 0 transmission indicator blank. Similar to what it would feel like if you were popping the clutch on a shift between first and second on a manual transmission. On october 17, 1984, the first frontwheel drive maxima based on the bluebird u11 was introduced for the 1985 model year. The 2004 nissan maxima has 17 nhtsa complaints for the power train. Twice, when the engine has reached its maximum temperature, the transmission has become stuck in 5th gear which i can tell after i stop and shift to the manual override. Jan 21, 2019 manual transmission problems can develop due to high mileage, abuse, or lack of proper maintenance. Nice but unreliable nice interior, bose sound system. What are some common problems with the nissan maxima. I really did not want to work on this vehicle as the customer informed me that the engine and transmission had both been replaced with continue reading 2004 nissan maxima, transmission will not.
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