Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual: Basic inspection
DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WORKFLOW
Work Flow
DETAILED FLOW
1.COLLECT THE INFORMATION FROM THE CUSTOMER
It is also important to clarify customer complaints before inspection. First
of all, reproduce symptoms, and
understand them fully. Ask customer about
his/her complaints carefully. In some cases, it will be necessary to
check
symptoms by driving vehicle with customer.
2.BASIC INSPECTION
- Check the power steering fluid leakage and the power steering fluid level. Refer to ST-12, "Inspection".
- Check the drive belt tension. Refer to EM-14, "Checking Drive Belts".
- Check the power steering gear for damages, cracks and oil leakage. Refer to ST-12, "Inspection".
- Check the relief oil pressure.
3.TROUBLE DIAGNOSIS FOR SYMPTOM
Perform the diagnosis by sympt
4.FINAL CHECK
Check the input/output standard values for the power steering control unit.
System description
EPS SYSTEM
System Diagram
CONTROL DIAGRAM
System Description
The EPS system controls the power steering solenoid valvethrough the
power steering control unit.
The valve driving voltage ...
Other materials:
TCM branch line circuit
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK CONNECTOR
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
Check the following terminals and connectors for damage, bend and
loose connection (unit side and connector
side).
TCM
Harness connector F1
Harness con ...
The low washer fluid warning continues displaying, or does not display
Description
The warning is still displayed even after
washer fluid is added.
The warning is not displayed even though the
washer tank is empty.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CHECK WASHER FLUID LEVEL SWITCH SIGNAL CIRCUIT
Check the washer fluid level switch signal cir ...
How to park with predicted course lines
WARNING
If the tires are replaced with different
sized tires, the predicted course lines
may be displayed incorrectly.
On a snow-covered or slippery road,
there may be a difference between the
predicted course line and the actual
course line.
If the battery is disconnected or becomes
discha ...
Nissan Maxima Owners Manual
- Illustrated table of contents
- Safety-Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system
- Instruments and controls
- Pre-driving checks and adjustments
- Monitor, climate, audio, phone and voice recognition systems
- Starting and driving
- In case of emergency
- Appearance and care
- Do-it-yourself
- Maintenance and schedules
- Technical and consumer information
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