You blew by the part I needed to see. When you removed the axle, there is a ring type washer pressed about a foot from the inner spline. I tapped it off the old axle, but on the remanufactured axle it does Press fit on. The diameter is smaller and the washer doesn’t have any way to stay in place. What is it used for...?? Plus, I was hoping to replace the transaxle seal, but it looks almost impossible to access.
I did mine in the driveway alone with just the passenger side jacked up and a jack stand on my back in the dark in less than 2 hours did not remove lower control arm just removed the 2 bolts connecting the strut to hub assembly. When doing the passenger side just jack up the passenger side you will lose far less fluid. The only part I struggled with was the top bolt on the support bracket had to use a 12 mm wrench to break it loose a couple turns as I did not have a swivel at the time.
I just did this while replacing the struts on a 2001 Maxima 5 speed. It was ridiculously easy. Remove the three support bracket bolts (using 12mm wrench w/ 14mm cheater wrench for leverage) and yank. Reassembly was even easier. The vid was helpful tho. Thanks!
I don't get why the lower control arm was loosened if it was just an axle replacement. All you had to do is loosen the 2 bolts at the lower end of the strut and the axle comes out rather easy...?
Like I said earlier, the axle comes out rather easy without removing the lower control arm bolts, only the 2 lower strut bolts. I've done this before on 5th gen maximas and they come out like that.
I've done this a few times lower control arm does not have to be removed also do not pry just tap on the top of the mounting section with the three bolts and it will break free. Good video
@@osos231 I didn't remove the control arms but I did have the strut/spring assembly out for replacing the insert. I had plenty of room but if removing the CAs made it easier then let them have at it.
Thanks 1A auto. This worked on my 2001 Nissan Maxima. Did it in the driveway with jacks and jack stands. Job was very difficult nonetheless. Took me 3.5 hrs without impact tools. Most of the bolts required extra pipe leverage. I couldn't get the 12mm axle bracket bolts out with extensions and sockets, but I was able to get them with a 12mm wrench.
Honestly i have an 04 Maxima and it seems like honestly all maximas give problems like these and even worse ones. If your looking to get one of these maximas please don't. Save yourself money and headaches.
04's are known for timing chain failures caused by work the chain wearing out the plastic guide. my 2002 is at 285,000 miles only main complaint is the throwout bearing has gone out 3 times in 8 years, replaced the dual mass flywheel, and fix the rear main seal leak.. all the other small repairs I don't sweat.
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I live this video bc most videos shows every coming off easy np but here I do see the truth of working in a 24 yeas old
I have an SE 2001, does CV make a real loud banging noise wen it has gone bad need replacement
You blew by the part I needed to see. When you removed the axle, there is a ring type washer pressed about a foot from the inner spline. I tapped it off the old axle, but on the remanufactured axle it does Press fit on. The diameter is smaller and the washer doesn’t have any way to stay in place. What is it used for...?? Plus, I was hoping to replace the transaxle seal, but it looks almost impossible to access.
that right passenger side axle seems like the most difficult
I did mine in the driveway alone with just the passenger side jacked up and a jack stand on my back in the dark in less than 2 hours did not remove lower control arm just removed the 2 bolts connecting the strut to hub assembly. When doing the passenger side just jack up the passenger side you will lose far less fluid. The only part I struggled with was the top bolt on the support bracket had to use a 12 mm wrench to break it loose a couple turns as I did not have a swivel at the time.
My Nissan Maxima 04 is dragon in the front what do y'all think that is do you think it's the CV axle
Nah man you gots the wizards
I just did this while replacing the struts on a 2001 Maxima 5 speed. It was ridiculously easy. Remove the three support bracket bolts (using 12mm wrench w/ 14mm cheater wrench for leverage) and yank. Reassembly was even easier. The vid was helpful tho. Thanks!
+Michael Boykin Thanks for watching! We're glad it was helpful in your installation!
if mine is a manual 6 spd. is there anything else ill need to do?
I don't get why the lower control arm was loosened if it was just an axle replacement. All you had to do is loosen the 2 bolts at the lower end of the strut and the axle comes out rather easy...?
You need to do this in order to have enough room to remove the axle. Hope this helps you out. 1aauto.com 866-403-3393
Like I said earlier, the axle comes out rather easy without removing the lower control arm bolts, only the 2 lower strut bolts. I've done this before on 5th gen maximas and they come out like that.
osos231 you did before on 2003 maxima?
I've done this a few times lower control arm does not have to be removed also do not pry just tap on the top of the mounting section with the three bolts and it will break free. Good video
@@osos231 I didn't remove the control arms but I did have the strut/spring assembly out for replacing the insert. I had plenty of room but if removing the CAs made it easier then let them have at it.
Same procedure for the driver side?
+@vincentbarrios3527 The installation process will be similar.
What if it still leaks from the out putt seal
Read another comment saying is the washer that seals is small
If I replace one side should I replace both sides or not needed??
+Uriel Cruz It's usually good practice to replace both at the same time
you did way too much work. all I did was unbolt the strut from the steering knuckle and remove the brake line and ABS sensor wire from the strut.
Video please lol I was thinking the same thing
1:57 PLEEEEEEASE don't forget to wear safety glasses, people.
+TheAudioExpert Thanks for the tip!
this helped me a lot thanks
Like wrestling a stubborn bore after you shoot it with a 9mm
Thanks 1A auto. This worked on my 2001 Nissan Maxima. Did it in the driveway with jacks and jack stands. Job was very difficult nonetheless. Took me 3.5 hrs without impact tools. Most of the bolts required extra pipe leverage. I couldn't get the 12mm axle bracket bolts out with extensions and sockets, but I was able to get them with a 12mm wrench.
+gtube22 Thanks for watching. Glad we could help! 1aauto.com
Did you have to remove control arm aswell
Super helpful! Thanks!
made easy thanks
Over kill 2 many steps
Honestly i have an 04 Maxima and it seems like honestly all maximas give problems like these and even worse ones. If your looking to get one of these maximas please don't. Save yourself money and headaches.
270,000 on mine and never had a major problem. just gotta treat them right.
04s were built in the usa not japan so they have quality issues compared to 03 and before
04's are known for timing chain failures caused by work the chain wearing out the plastic guide. my 2002 is at 285,000 miles only main complaint is the throwout bearing has gone out 3 times in 8 years, replaced the dual mass flywheel, and fix the rear main seal leak.. all the other small repairs I don't sweat.
@@uptownsamcv 5th gen maxima gang
Yeah i just bought a 5th gen for 100$ and its looking like ive got my work cut out for me