1996 Nissan Maxima (A32) — Repair Solution

3.0L VG30E 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol · Stalling / Engine Cut-out · Engine

Nissan Maxima (A32) Stalling / Engine Cut-out Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Nissan
Model: Maxima (A32)
Year: 1996
Engine: 3.0L VG30E 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 270,676
Area: Engine
Category: Stalling / Engine Cut-out

Customer Complaint

Very intermittent stalling issue, could be fine for 3 hours or could do it in 5 minutes then not again for the whole day.

Problem Summary

Long test drive showed an almost full engine drop out but it quickly picked its self back up.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Fault Description

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Quick Facts

CodeNISA396120
Vehicle1996 Nissan Maxima (A32)
Engine3.0L VG30E 6cyl 12v SOHC MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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