The Nissan Altima consumes the required amount of power, but the key attraction in this car is the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). It performs a superb job of behaving just like a transmission of fixed gear and also offers excellent economy of fuel. This car is one of the best in the market with its CVT feature. It has a complete system based on a hard drive with constant traffic reports and music storage which is onboard. The display is 4.3 inches and is a color one, which shows... Read Full Story
Installation will take at least two hours. This could be done faster, but if you are removing the stock airbox and being very fastidious about the install, it is difficult to go any faster than 1.5 hours. Car used in these instructions was a 1997 Nissan Maxima GXE 5-speed owned by Cheston Chiu, lowered and with an FSTB. Both of those notes may affect the pictures and may or may not affect your installation. We removed the stock ram air scoop in this install, which while not required... Read Full Story
Those dangerous emissions that come out of a vehicle's exhaust are reduced by catalytic converters. It was a requirement in 1975 when the Clean Air Act was administered. Vehicle emissions had to be reduced by 75% on all new vehicles as per the "Act." Every vehicle sold since early 1975 to the present is equipped with catalytic converter. Read Full Story
A clutch is needed because the engine spins all the time, but the car's wheels do not in your Nissan Maxima as in other cars. To enable a car come to halt without the engine getting switched off, the wheels have to be disengaged from the engine. By controlling the slippage between them the presence of a clutch allows us to smoothly engage a spinning engine to a non-spinning transmission. Read Full Story
A faulty timing chain can damage a vehicle severely. The timing chain is critical for keeping your car running properly, as it helps control the engine’s camshafts. It's vital that camshafts turn at the correct time; this is the reason timing chains are adjusted to function synchronized with the pistons. Read Full Story
In the Nissan Altima as in various other cars, a clutch is required as the engine spins all the while, but the car's wheels do not. To stop a car, the wheels need to be disconnected from the engine. This should be done without killing the engine. The clutch in an automobile controls the slippage between a revolving engine to a stationary transmission. It allows the driver to smoothly engage and disengage. Read Full Story
Removal of the Stock Air Intake System
a) Remove the three plastic fasteners that secure the air scoop. And remove it.
b) Remove the bolt securing the connector tube to the chassis, loosen the hose clamps as shown, and remove the connector tube assembly.
c) Loosen the indicated bolt, unplug the MAF connector, and remove the air filter assembly.
d) Loosen the four bolts, and remove the MAF sensor from the air filter assembly.
e) Remove the three plastic fasteners and two screws securing... Read Full Story
The oil filter keeps your oil clear of dirt so that it can properly lubricate the engine. Internal-combustion engines require an oil filter in the automobile. Don't forget to replace your oil filter frequently if you want to keep your car running efficiently. Read Full Story
Follow carefully the instructions listed on these pages and use the template provided, do not over tighten bolts. Do not use silicone on any connections, use mastic. Ensure that safe work practices are followed when installing your Airflow Snorkel. Protective ear and eye wear should be worn at all times when using power tools.
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