Vehicle report

1996 NISSAN MAXIMA

Service bulletins

71 bulletins

Technical service bulletins are instructions a manufacturer sent its dealers about a known fault. They are not recalls and the work is usually not free, but they are the clearest signal of a problem the manufacturer already knows about.

NTB08-097L

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB23-049

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations are expected to promote uniformity during the connection process, therefore reducing the number of incorrect “Test with DCA” and “Replace” results. HINT: If 12 volt batteries are allowed to discharge for a prolonged period of time, battery life may be drastically reduced. This condition may lead to premature battery replacement and customer dissatisfaction. IMPORTANT:  CPX-900 is now an accepted testing tool to use along with or in place of the DSS-5000  CPX-900 operating instructions are found at: https://nissancpx900.midtronics.com/  DSS-5000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandss5000.midtronics.com/  DCA-8000 is now a required testing tool to be used for all warranty replacement decisions. The DCA-8000 is also a more efficient charger than previously available, and will charge any available 12 volt lead acid battery safely and accurately as long as all precautions and inputs are made correctly. The DCA-8000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandca8000.midtronics.com/

NTB23-053

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury, do not directly spray Silicone-based lubricant or grease, or inadvertently overspray Silicone-based lubricant or grease onto any interior electrical components. These types of lubricants can be detrimental to the proper operation of electrical components.

NTB13-107F

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB16-003C

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB09-081J

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB13-028H

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB08-097K

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB10-126C

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB99-001F

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB99-001e

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.

NTB98-073b

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 1996 MAXIMA MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ISSUES Service Campaign ID #s P8132 & P8152 are no longer active.  Repair orders opened after this bulletin’s published date are no longer eligible for reimbursement under Campaign ID #s P8132 & P8152.  Discard all previous versions of NTB98-073.

NTB-08-055-A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NISSAN: SRS PRECAUTIONS DURING SERVICE;IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING INCORRECT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE SRS, CAN LEAD TO A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUSED BY UNINTENTIONAL ACTIVATION OF THE SRS ON ALL NISSAN MODELS WITH THE SRS SYSTEMS. *PE UPDATED 2/21/14. *PE

NTB08055C

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.

NTB92123D

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming may no longer continue to meet these standards and may be seriously damaged. Therefore, Nissan most strongly discourages, and recommends that these wheels NEVER be subjected to, aftermarket chroming. See this bulletinfor further detail.

NTB00033E

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the vehicle, steering wheel or brake pedal when the brakes are applied. c. Pedal Feel: The effort needed to operate the brakes is too high or too low. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based on the description in the Service Information above. 3. Follow the appropriate repair procedure(s), listed on the following pages, for your specific incident. See this bulletin for further details.

NTB04094A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical support or service can be obtained by calling 1-800-543-6618. NOTE: Brake rotors may need to be resurfaced during routine brake repair or for brake "judder" incidents. - Brake judder: A brake pedal pulsation and/or steering wheel shimmy when braking that occurs when there is too much thickness variation of the brake rotors (see NTB00-033). See this bulletin for further detail.

NTB98018G

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed self diagnosis of major emissions systems and components. - In these instances the State may require completion of the SRT before permitting the emissions inspection to proceed. Refer to this Bulletin for further details.

NTB-13-038

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NISSAN: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. *JS

NTB99001A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod resistance/noise issues. See this bulletin for further detail.

NTB-09-101

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB

NTB-09-129

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NISSAN: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. WHEN REPLACING THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE FOR REASON: USE THE ONE LISTED ON PAGE 2; FOR VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE MANUALS (ESM; WHEN INSTALLING THE NEW VALVE, DO NOT ADD ANY LUBE TO ITS O RING; FOR FRONTIER (D40 SERIES) ONLY, INSTALL THE PROTECTOR LISTED IN PARTS INFORMATION. *PE INCLUDES 2005-09 FRONTIER. UPDATED 12/8/10. *PE

NTB-09-030

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE

99022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT

NTB99022C

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT

NTB99053B

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE. *TT

NTB01063

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION ON VALVE SHIM LIFTER SET.*JB

NTB01057

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. *SLC

NTB01044

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING INNER TIE ROD WRENCHES. *SB

NTB99022B

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT

NTB01023

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION REGARDING ESSENTIAL TOOL: THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR TEST CONNECTOR. *SLC

NTB00079

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ON APPLIED VEHICLES, THE POWER AUDIO ANTENNA IS INOPERATIVE, THE ANTENNA ASSEMBLY CIRCUIT BOARD MAY BE CORRODED DUE TO IMPROPER WATER DRAINAGE. *TT

NTB96078B

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ON DUE TO WATER ENTERING THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSION (EVAP) CANISTER. *TT

NTB96086A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS A NEW TIMING CHAIR TENSIONER, TENSIONER GASKET AND GUIDE IF A RATTLE OF EITHER SEVERAL SECONDS OR CONTINUOUSLY IS HEARD COMING FROM THE AREA OF THE TIMING CHAIN COVER WHEN THE ENGINE IS STARTED AFTER A COLD SOAK FOR VEHICLES WITHIN CERTAIN VIN RANGES. *TT

NTB99031B

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLE MAY EXHIBIT A GROAN OR HUMMING NOISE FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AFTER RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL AND MOVING FORWARD SLOWLY AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH (8 MPH). *TT

NTB00015

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CONCERNS WITH THE TRUCK LID POPPING OPEN. *TT

NTB99017A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME CUSTOMERS MAY INDICATE THAT A LIGHT TICKING OR HUMMING NOISE CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR OF AN APPLIED VEHICLE WHEN THE MOTOR IS RUN AT LOW FAN SPEEDS. *TT

NTB00001

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SUNROOF BINDS; SUNROOF MOTOR RUNS BUT THE SUNROOF WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE; SUNROOF LEAKS. *TT

NTB99082

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

THIS BULLETINS STATES THAT THE SECOND SASH GUIDE WAS DELETED FROM THE SERVICE PART SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY, HOWEVER; DELETION OF THE SECOND SASH GUIDE DOES NOT AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY. *TT

NTB98008B

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING EGI HARNESS WIRE BREAKAGE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR PROCEDURE. *TT

NTB99022A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE STOPPER BUTTON MISSING. *TT

NTB99030A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OUTPUT GEAR WHINE (60 - 70 MPH). *TT

NTB99005A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

KEY VALUE BRAKE PAD SERVICE INFORMATION. *TT

NTB99031A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A GROAN OR HUMMING NOISE FROM REAR AFTER RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL. *TT

NTB99030

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A WHINE NOISE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN BETWEEN 60 AND 70 MPH, IN THIRD AND FOURTH GEAR. *TT

NTB99031

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EXHIBITING REAR BRAKE GROAN / HUMMING NOISE AFTER RELEASING BRAKE PEDAL. *TT

NTB99022

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SUBJECT REGARDING MISSING FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON. *TT

NTB99024

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITNG WIND NOISE. *TT

NTB99005

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE INFORMATION ON KEY VALUE BRAKE PADS. *TT

NTB98073A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLES EXPERIENCING INCIDENTS INVOLVING CERTAIN PARTS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM CAUSING THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) TO ILLUMINATE. *TT

NTB98097

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VARIOUS INFORMATION EXHIBITING INTERIOR SQUEAKS AND RATTLES WHILE DRIVING. *YC

NTB98099

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EXHIBITING A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ON AND A DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0136 STORED IN THE ECM. *TT

NTB98101

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EXPERIENCING FRONT SPRING RATTLE/ BUZZ NOISE. *YC

NTB98081

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLES EXHIBITING STEERING PULL AND / OR DRIFT WHEN DRIVEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. *YC

NTB98080

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME OWNERS MAY COMMENT THAT THE DRIVER'S OR PASSENGER'S POWER SEAT DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. *TT

NTB98076

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR CONSOLE LID REPAIR. *YC

NTB98073

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES ARE EXPERIENCING INCIDENTS INVOLVING CERTAIN PARTS OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WHICH ARE CAUSING THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ( MIL ) TO ILLUMINATE. *YC

NTB98024A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT ON WITH DTCS P0120, P0510, P0731, P0732 OR P0733 WITH NO DRIVEABILITY INCIDENTS. *YC

NTB98061

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION REGARDING INSTRUMENT PANEL INSPECTION AFTER PASSENGER AIR BAG ACTIVATION. *TT

NTB98029A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLES EXHIBITING A MIL 'ON' WITH ONE OR MORE OF THE BELOW DTCS STORED, THE CAUSE MAY BE INSECT NEST(S) IN THE EVAPORATIVE ( EVAP ) EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM. *YC

NTB98050

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EXPERIENCING SPARK KNOCK DURING ENGINE START. *YC

NTB98054

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION REGARDING SECURITY SYSTEM FALSE ALARMS. *YC

NTB98023

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EXHIBITING A STEADY RATTLE NOISE FROM THE FRONT DASH AREA. *YC

NTB98003

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SOME VEHICLES MAY DISPLAY A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE 1335 DUE TO HARNESS CONTACT WITH POWER STEERING PULLEY. *TT

NTB97089

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLE EXHIBITS INTERIOR SQUEAKS AND RATTLES WHILE DRIVING. *YC

NTB97093

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

EXHIBITING A MIL 'ON' AND/OR POOR DRIVEABILITY SUCH AS ENGINE HESITATION OR NO STARTING. *YC

97111598008A

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION AND SERVICE PROCEDURE ON POWER SEAT LIFT MOTOR. *YC

97092498002

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLE EXHIBITING A RATTLE NOISE IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION. *YC

97082797026

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

VEHICLE HAVING DIFFICULTY STARTING AFTER 2 TO 4 HOURS COOLING FROM OPERATING TEMPERATURE. *YC

97081398027

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

INFORMATION ON SPARK KNOCK. *YC

NTB97028

Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURE FOR P0731, P0732 & P0733 (A/T SIGNALS) WITH NO DRIVEABILITY INCIDENTS. *JD

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