fdh Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 2000 Nissan Maxima. Quits on me if it sits idle on the first startup in the morning (after a cold, cold night). Keeps quitting on me whenever I have to come to a complete stop when the engine is still cold. Car shakes like I'm in a paint mixer or something at stop lights when the engine is still cold. When it's warmed up there are no problems. If I drive in the morning and wait til the evening to drive again, or if I don't crank up the car til the afternoon for the first time, there is no problem. Took it to the Nissan dealership and they couldn't get any codes to popup nor could they figure out what was wrong. They did the carb cleaner on the intake manifold and deduced that my problem might be fixed if I paid $1200 to have the intake manifold replaced. I don't want to pay 1200 for a possible fix. I don't really wanna try replacing just the intake manifold gasket either. 1) I don't have the tools to keep the engine lifted and 2) I'm not sure if that would solve my issue. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slazenger Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 My only suggestion would be to break into the X5 behind your car. Much simpler and cheaper than trying to fix your issue. Thinking back, a friend had an issue very similar to this on a 1998 Bonneville. I'm pretty sure he replaced the gasket and it resolved the issue...Good luck though! =[ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasTormenture Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 I drive a 1992 Toyota Celica GT convertible. My car shakes like mad in this cold too while idling. The problem may literally be that its TOO COLD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredTacos Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 Clean your MAF. How to remove MAF, should be similar on your car http://www.moodym.com/maxima/tech/injen.html Use this http://www.autobarn.net/maairflsecl1.html?site=google_base to clean it, DO NOT touch any of the inside wiring, you can spray it down real good to remove dirt. You can pick up MAF cleaner at advance auto parts. Not sure if vatozone or oreillys has it. This is a cheap solution that may fix your problem. Report back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clark Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 vatozone.....rofl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CantBeFaded Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 wow terry you are right every time i go in there i have to get a translator... and you noobs need to learn to let your car warm up before you drive it in cold weather....its not good on your engine to start up and drive immediately Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttaM Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 My 99 Altima sits there warming up for a good 20 minutes before it warms up its a bitch. recently it isn't starting smoothly at all in the mornings though... fucking cold Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LaMigra Posted January 12, 2010 Share Posted January 12, 2010 I can drive my friends 89 blazer straight into it and insurance can pay you off Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 wow terry you are right every time i go in there i have to get a translator... and you noobs need to learn to let your car warm up before you drive it in cold weather....its not good on your engine to start up and drive immediately I can't let it sit in idle on startup or it just dies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 Clean your MAF. How to remove MAF, should be similar on your car http://www.moodym.com/maxima/tech/injen.html Use this http://www.autobarn.net/maairflsecl1.html?site=google_base to clean it, DO NOT touch any of the inside wiring, you can spray it down real good to remove dirt. You can pick up MAF cleaner at advance auto parts. Not sure if vatozone or oreillys has it. This is a cheap solution that may fix your problem. Report back. I have access to a screwdriver and hammer rofl. I'll have to buy/borrow all the other tools. Might report back by this weekend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J3TTA Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 helmin get a new car broski. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 helmin get a new car broski. send $$$ yes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I AM Your Reason Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 Is the flux capacitor powered to 1.21Gw? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bahl Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 My only suggestion would be to break into the X5 behind your car. Much simpler and cheaper than trying to fix your issue. X5's suck cock. I've driven one, we have one (my grandfathers) sitting outside. It's so lame... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredTacos Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 vatozone.....rofl thats right wow terry you are right every time i go in there i have to get a translator... and you noobs need to learn to let your car warm up before you drive it in cold weather....its not good on your engine to start up and drive immediately Yup...thats how you hurt it especially when its cold as fuck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttaM Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 thats right Yup...thats how you hurt it especially when its cold as fuck! help me geek! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredTacos Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 help me geek! what bitch Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ttaM Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 My 99 Altima sits there warming up for a good 20 minutes before it warms up its a bitch. recently it isn't starting smoothly at all in the mornings though... fucking cold THIS! It hasn't failed on me yet but it feels like it's getting close. Like in Helmin's case, it warms up and it's fine. I at least give it 15-20 minutes before pulling out(lolol) of the driveway. It's taking longer to start though than it used to in the cold :'( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wild bill Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 you guys suck at starting up you cars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Never trust a hippie Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 (edited) Yea make sure for an older car like that in the winter you should use oil that is more viscous because the oil will sludge in very cold weather and its not good to start your car with no oil going through it. Im sure thats the knocking, possible time for a valve job also(involves getting the clearances back to spec). The car dying sometimes sounds like a possible alternator problem, easy to diagnose that. Also you dont need to take the engine out to do the intake manifold gasket but DEALERSHIPS ARE SCAMMERS, they definately have the tool to diagnose the intake. Find a reputable shop, someone you can trust. Edited January 13, 2010 by Never trust a hippie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Never trust a hippie Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 I have a 2007 civic si for sale for 12,5 also. HG members get a special deal (12,499):lame: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 Yea make sure for an older car like that in the winter you should use oil that is more viscous because the oil will sludge in very cold weather and its not good to start your car with no oil going through it. Im sure thats the knocking, possible time for a valve job also(involves getting the clearances back to spec).The car dying sometimes sounds like a possible alternator problem, easy to diagnose that. Also you dont need to take the engine out to do the intake manifold gasket but DEALERSHIPS ARE SCAMMERS, they definately have the tool to diagnose the intake. Find a reputable shop, someone you can trust. I'm fairly certain the engine is loose in a 00 maxima when replacing an intake manifold gasket. They diagnosed the intake w/ carb cleaner to check for cracks, but they aren't sure thats whats causing it. I got the alternator replaced about a year ago, and no, it's not the alternator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 I have a 2007 civic si for sale for 12,5 also. HG members get a special deal (12,499):lame: I'd start the bidding at 11,299 but since I know you my offer is 5,499. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RetiredTacos Posted January 13, 2010 Share Posted January 13, 2010 THIS! It hasn't failed on me yet but it feels like it's getting close. Like in Helmin's case, it warms up and it's fine. I at least give it 15-20 minutes before pulling out(lolol) of the driveway. It's taking longer to start though than it used to in the cold :'( Try doing what i suggested for helmin as well. Also could be plugs/fuel, change out your spark plugs and fuel filter if external. Then run some fuel injector cleaner with 91+ octane and see if that helps. This is regular maintenance which i doubt has ever been performed on either one of your cars. Yea make sure for an older car like that in the winter you should use oil that is more viscous because the oil will sludge in very cold weather and its not good to start your car with no oil going through it. Im sure thats the knocking, possible time for a valve job also(involves getting the clearances back to spec).The car dying sometimes sounds like a possible alternator problem, easy to diagnose that. Also you dont need to take the engine out to do the intake manifold gasket but DEALERSHIPS ARE SCAMMERS, they definately have the tool to diagnose the intake. Find a reputable shop, someone you can trust. Oil viscosity is fine, no reason to change it with seasons unless you live in extreme climate changes. 5w30 is safe from -30* to 100*. Alot of folks like 10w30 if its hotter year around or on older cars to give a little more oil pressure. Throw in synthetic 5w30 and you're pretty much year around safe in 99% of the US. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fdh Posted January 13, 2010 Author Share Posted January 13, 2010 Try doing what i suggested for helmin as well. Also could be plugs/fuel, change out your spark plugs and fuel filter if external. Then run some fuel injector cleaner with 91+ octane and see if that helps. This is regular maintenance which i doubt has ever been performed on either one of your cars. Recommended fuel injector cleaner ______________________ I filled up the tank with 93 octane today thinking it might help. I'll add fuel injector cleaner upon your recommendation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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