2004 Nissan Maxima 3.5L Timing Chain Repair Part 1

A look at whats involved in the replacement of the timing chain guide, a common failure on these models. It takes me several hours to do, it should take you two days providing you take your time and dont strip a bolt !
Be sure and leave feedback on what I could do to make it more understandable.

Category:

Comedy

Tags:

• 2004
• nissan
• maxima
• timing chain
• 3.5 engine noise
• sounds like a diesle
• 3.5 maxima engine noise

[DRUMMABOY24]

Were is part 2 of the video



[2012nugget]

@DRUMMABOY24 Should be on my channel.

[kemoblue4u]

Are there any special tools id need other that Philips, flathead, needle nose, and a basic wrench kit? Id really like to tackle this in the summer time just gotta kno how difficult. Thanks.

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u It's hard for me to gauge the difficulty level for others. I have been doing it for quite a while so what seems easy to me may be difficult for others depending on their mechanical ability. .

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u Yep a basic tool kit will have just about everything you need , just be aware that the bolts are very tight and be sure to have a good bite before applying the pressure to break them loose. Also do not over tighten the bolts on reassembly , the small 10 millimeter bolts for example on the cover will not stand for alot of pressure before striping the threads

[kemoblue4u]

I'm going to replace the two plastic guides and the tensioner. If I get the timing cover off do to replace these parts what has to be done to the chain? Do I try t work around it or try to hold it in place?

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u I use a small bungie cord to hold it firmly in place, it doesnt take alot of pressure to hold it at all and the chains are not known for wearing. You should be fine.

[2012nugget]

@kemoblue4u Thanks brother, Charlotte N.C. here.

[kemoblue4u]

Also...where are you located?

[kemoblue4u]

I'm posting this in a thread on my6thgen.org....it is a maxima enthusiast/owner website. i think itll help a lot of people out.