1997 Nissan Maxima Starting Trouble

ACHYBALA

MEMBER
1997 NISSAN MAXIMA
6 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
124,000 MILES

I've starting trouble in my car. It always cranks for some time and then it starts, but at times starts immediately as well. So I checked with Firestone, I was given the below explanation, " Car has broken air inlet tube before mass airflow meter. Would need air box from mass air flow to throttle body." They showed me a black tubular structure broken. And if that is replaced it should fix the problem. They also told me to replace the starter. And gave an estimate for $365 to replace it.

my question is, what would be the cost to replace the air box. And will replacing the airbox fix the problem or should I replace the starter as well. How can I isolate that the problem is with starter or not.
Thanks in advance for your help.

1 Reply

2CARPRO JACK

MECHANIC
11,533 POSTS

They may have misunderstood you when you said "wont start", if it cranks every time, it sounds like th estarter is ok. As far as the air intake tube, that will cause all sorts of driveability issues. You will most likely have to call Nissan to get that, have your cars VIN# handy when you call so they can get the right one. Cost varies so it would be best if you asked the dealer. This is something you can do yourself, it only requires minimal tools