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Nissan Maxima 2000 Problems

Are you having problems with your 2000 Nissan Maxima? Let our team of motoring experts keep you up to date with all of the latest 2000 Nissan Maxima issues & faults. We have gathered all of the most frequently asked questions and problems relating to the 2000 Nissan Maxima in one spot to help you decide if it's a smart buy.

Used Nissan Maxima review: 2000-2014
Ewan Kennedy reviews the A33, J31 and J32 Nissan Maxima from 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 and 2014 as a used buy.
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Mid-90s Maxima still up to scratch?

Any car from the 1990s is really old and outdated, on safety, equipment and the risk of a mechanical failure. You would be far better served by coming as far as you can afford into the 2000s.

Used Nissan Maxima review: 2000-2012
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Nissan Maxima TI

It seems to be temperature related, and sounds like an engine sensor is playing up, it could be a connection that's faulty. Have a mechanic, preferably a Nissan specialist check the sensors and their connections.

Ask Smithy Xtra Warm Nissan Maxima conks out

The most likely culprit is the idle speed motor. Nissan service specialist Jerry Newman says he’s had to replace a number of them on customers’ cars he looks after.

Used Nissan Maxima review: 1995-2009
Nissan Maxima has enjoyed sales success in Australia over many years.
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Transmission vamp

NISSAN specialist Jerry Newman says that, though Nissan doesn't include a transmission service in its service schedule, he would recommend having it done at about the mileage of your cars. The Maxima doesn't use synthetic transmission oil, so it's not a long-life oil, and oils do become contaminated with use over time.

Best used-car sale

THE A33 Maxima is one of the best-performing used cars there is. It has a good record for reliability. With only 60,000km, the car you're considering also has low mileage.

Take it to the maxima

THE Maxima is a very reliable car. Very little goes wrong with them if you maintain them well, as the car you are considering seems to have been. I wouldn't have a problem recommending the Maxima.

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