Then problem relates to computer. Be careful with the bottom screen of the pump, it's fragile. Socket Set Steps: Step 1 Open the hood and locate the fuel filter. We recommend wearing safety glasses whenever you are working under your Maxima. If the fuel filter is not in the engine compartment, follow the fuel line from the tank until the fuel filter is located.
Changing the fuel filter in your Nissan Maxima depends greatly on the year. The seat cushion slides right out. Popular Genuine Nissan Maxima Parts and Accessories Nissan Maxima was a compact and mid-size but is a full-size vehicle now manufactured by the exceptional Japanese automaker Nissan Motor Company Ltd since 1981. This seal must be replaced each time the filter is changed. Sort of like a condom. It's a 15 amp fuse.
Push on the plug at the top until the pump slide out. Fuel will be leaking all over. Tools Used: Tools, Wrench, Phillips screwdriver Change a Fuel Filter 2000 and Later Remove the fuel-pump fuse from the fuse box in the passenger compartment. This is how we know your answer helped. People with same problem about transmission and they helped others to diagnose earlier as they said signs about this problem also include difficulty in shifting and illuminated Check Engine Light, which you may think it only indicates engine problem. Drain the fuel from the filter into a container and inspect the condition of the fuel. Disconnect the fuel pump electrical connector hold the sides of the fuel pump line quick disconnect connector,completely depress the connector tabs and pull out the tube inserted in the retainer.
Most importantly, you get a chance to look around under your Maxima for potential trouble spots. Be forewarned that some fuel may squirt out when the hose is removed since there may still be some pressure in the line. Just press the nail in toward the top of the tab until it lifts the tab up enough to release it. The fuel level float and sending unit are delicate. Buying genuine parts for Maxima from us is risk-free as all our parts are expedited directly from Nissan dealers and covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Pliers will squeeze and move the fuel line clamps, the hoses can be gently pried away from the filter. Remember which hose goes to each connector. Unhooking the two fuel lines remember which one is which inside the housing first, plus unplugging the snap plug inside + and - , make it easier to remove. I'm replacing the fuel pump on my 2000 maxima and couldn't remove the two hoses inside the pump how did you take them off? There is a fuel pump relay also in same under hood fuse box. On a Maxima made prior to 2000, the filter should be mounted within the engine compartment onto the firewall near the brake master cylinder. There will be some wires attached too. It's attached to the other side of the metal plat … e.
Very well could not be what your problem is but it's worth a shot mentioning. To relieve the pressure in fuel injected systems, remove the fuel pump fuse and run the engine. There are two smaller relays with it. For most Nissans, you can wrap an old belt around the oil filter and unscrew it by hand. Remove that rubber piece and slide back on to the top of the pump. Note the floater arm assembly hanging off the passenger side of the assembly. It's the blue 15amp fuse 4th from the right on the bottom row.
Then with 12 volt external battery give power to fuel pump connector and see, if the fuel pump starts, then its clear that fuel pump relay is faulty. Fuel pump receives power through fuel pump relay contacts. Unless you have a injector that is stuck open I would look at the fuel pump as the problem. Also remove the fuel cap. Since 1886, Bosch has developed innovative products—including spark plugs, starters, brakes and steering system parts—for the automotive aftermarket. There's a rubber piece inside of the top portion of the filter where the top of the fuel pump enters the pump. All of our Fuel Filters are guaranteed to fit if you use enter your Nissan Maxima into your Year Make Model selector.
Step 4 Install the new fuel filter making sure that the flow is in the correct direction. The seventh-generation Nissan Maxima A35; 2008-2014 was first unveiled at the 2008 New York International Auto Show and built at the Nissan D platform with Nissan Altima and Nissan Murano. Jul 17, 2011 check fuel pump relay on firewall passenger side if it has power and power when the key is turned on will click test power through relay to fuel pump disconnect connector at fuel tank make sure you have a good ground test for power at sending unit when key is os or in start if power the sending unit has rotten corroded wire going to fuel pump you will have to remove the fuel tank test power right at the pump if there is no power replace sending unit if power a pump use teslight one end on ground terminal and other lead on power terminal at pump if you have power replace the pump if this is helpful plz leave a comment like and if you need more help ask once you eliminate pump good luck Jan 16, 2011 Did you check the fuel inertia switch in the passenger side kick panel? There is a metal plate with two screws. We recommend wearing safety glasses whenever you are working under your Maxima. Should you need further help please just ask. Do this job outside due to the gas fumes, or have a fan near by.