The 1995 Nissan Maxima has a timing chain, not a timing belt. If the shop is telling you that you need to replace the engine's timing belt, time to find a different mechanic!
The original fuel injectors on that model were recalled - did you ever have them replaced?
What problems will a bad speed sensor cause on a 1999 Nissan Maxima
Even though you have already replaced the thermostat, there are other issues that can cause your Nissan Maxima to overheat. Your fan may be stuck and not operating as it should.
Replace the battery, yours is likely old and weak, wont hold a charge. I havent had the problem re-occur on my 93 Maxima since i replaced mine. Many electrical weirdness problems can be due to a weak battery.
The bumper cover changed in 1997. A '97, '98, or '99 fog light will not fit on a '95 or '96 maxima
If your '99 Maxima will not start even after you have changed the starter, you might have a dead battery or a bad starter solenoid. You could also have an empty gas tank.
There are a number of ways through which you can diagnose tach problems on a 1996 Maxima. The most basic thing that you can do is to ensure that the connection is correct and that the fuses are not blown.Ê
Timing belt may need to be replaced No time belt on this motor. It has a chain. When was the last time your spark plugs were changed?
You don't,they need replaced !
Should last the life of the engine and is normally changed during an overhaul.
I changed the spark plugs on a 1998 Nissan maxima se with the instructions from the car manual. It tellsyou exactly how to change them and it has pictures.
about every 75000 miles