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2001 Nissan Maxima Repair Question


Topics covered: Radiator, Engine, Heater.
Mileage: 200,000 miles.

Asked on January 19, 2013

Nissan Maxima Radiator Problem

My car is 2001 maxima changed thermostat was acting fine got on highway got hot , flushed radiator twice and changed fluid got on highway to test 10 min out fine started to get hot now heater working great but not drawing heat off engine there's no water in oil so the pump according to everyone is fine so what can be the issue . It's killing I've tried everything except water pump and timing I'm missing out on precious time with my kids tell me you have a simple and quick solution

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Replied on January 19, 2013

cannot do that, the type of flush you need is an acid flush. the rad has to be removed and sent to a radiator shop for this type of flush

Roy

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