> Thanks for info..
> at 60,000 had more $$ than time. had dealer do spark plug change.
> now, have more time than $$, gonna do myself. so am looking for information
> on R & R coils. thanks.
Here is a link that covers the procedure for the 02-03 Maximas (with
the 3.5VQ). Your fronts are the same and the rears are easier.
http://greghome.com/Greg's%20Garage/2002MaxSE/SparkPlugReplacement.htm
For your case, 1. there is no engine cover to remove :), 2. the rears
can be accessed directly - you don't have to move the plenum out of the
way.
Off the top of my head.
0. Disconnect negative battery terminal
FRONTS:
1. Remove the Nissan plastic plate over the front valve cover - uses
hex head bolts.
2. Now you'll see the 3 coil packs and harness connectors.
3. Undo harnesses and undo each coil pack (2 screws) and pull coilpack
firmly upwards - they'll pop out - plugs are under there - replace like
any other plugs.
REAR:
1. There is no cover over the coil packs, but if you look between the
passages of the plenum towards the firewall you'll see 3 more
connectors to the rear coil packs.
2. Undo those connectors and undo each coil pack (2 screws). IIRC the
rear right coil pack (when facing the car) has a bracket in the way
that you'll have to undo first...guides the throttle table or something
of that sort.
3. Be careful undoing the rear coilpack screws - easy to drop :)
Good luck! If you decide to do the plugs at the same time, stick with
the NGK platinums (OEM) - you can get those from Courtesy Nissan as
well.
Nirav
Bob - 12 Nov 2006 01:03 GMT
> FRONTS:
> 1. Remove the Nissan plastic plate over the front valve cover - uses
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> Nirav
Hi Nirav -
Thanks for the Info. It was a breeze to do.
I got the parts from Courtesy Nissan, they shipped promptly.
The only issue I had was learning how to disconnect the electrical
connector.
Was unable to find that procedure anywhere online. But now I know..
just push the green piece down till it locks....
Is there a way to check each ignition coil to verify whether it is bad or
good?
Thanks again.. I certainly appreciate it.