Put a new coolant temp sensor on 1998 nissan maxima that worked for two days and engine will not start again

Car stopped starting all at one time, will turn over but not start. Replaced the coolant temp sensor and it started fine for two days then stopped again. What else could it be?

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Phil Lovisek

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Posted on Jul 31, 2008

SOURCE: Starting problems 1998 Nissan Maxima SE V6

Hey there, I would look at the switch on tha back of your ignition. Not the ignition it self, but the switch that's on the back of it. Its white round looking thing about 1 1/2 inches in circumference and it has wires coming out of it. I think that its gone. If you are sure, that your battery and battery connections are OK, than look at that switch. Part is replacable at about $50bucks for the part and than if you can put it in your delf, thsm you will save some money there too. Good luck

Anonymous

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Posted on Oct 22, 2008

SOURCE: 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5S, Check Engine Light Problem.

this problem could be caused by the mass air flow censor, i had the same problem with my car. it is really pricey at the dealer so you might want to check elsewhere for this part. I found one at a scrap yard for 85% less that the dealer and i also got life time warranty, the dealer does not offer any warranty on this part.

Anonymous

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Posted on Apr 12, 2009

SOURCE: 2000 NISSAN MAXIMA TRANSMISSION SLIPPING

If you havent already try to change the transmission filter.Sometimes when the filter gets dirty fluid pressure is comprimised and certain pumps and solenoids which control shifting inside the transmission function off of the fluid pressure,

Anonymous

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Posted on Sep 06, 2009

SOURCE: where is coolant temp sensor and knock sensor on 95 nissan maxima

Mine usually stalled coming out the driveway. I went thru replacement of 6 coils and plugs with almost no improvement on my 2000 maxima. Ultimately the mass air flow sensor was replaced. All the engine codes from check engine light would make you think the engine needs overhaul, due to the nature of resultant bad engine performance. You can buy maf sensor $100 online. 5 minutes to install it. I tried cleaning it, but it made no difference until I replaced it. After that it was like 50 more horsepower.

Duane Wong

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Posted on Oct 07, 2010

SOURCE: Hi my 2001 Nissan Maxima

Try a cts coolant temperature sensor if it is out of range.

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