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Old 10-05-2008, 09:42 AM
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Hi, I have a brand new problem with my Maxima (been having quite a few lately). As soon as I turn on the car I can hear the ABS (Anti-lock braking system) humming even before I hit the brakes. Then when I hit the brakes (below 20 or 25 MPH) the ABS kicks in even on dry surface. Always. The interesting part is that the ABS light does not come on.
I just replaced my tires and also had the brake pads and rotors inspected. My mechanic is clueless what the problem can be as the computer does not pick up any problems. He said that only a Nissan service shop would be able to detect it. Being that the ABS warranty expires after 36,000 miles (I’m at 40,000 now) I’m freaking out at the thought of another major expense on a 2006 leased vehicle. Any suggestions before Nissan takes my pants away?
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Old 10-05-2008, 10:06 AM
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Until a Specialist replies...Jump over to Knowledgebase - 2006 Maxima - Nissanhelp.com and download Service Manual - Brake System 2006 Nissan Maxima. Take a look at TROUBLE DIAGNOSES FOR SYMPTOMS.

Hope this helps for now...
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Did you use the same size of tires?

It sounds stupid, but check all the tires and make sure the size mathes on all tires. I was in a similar situation and the problem was one the tires. Hte customer had just installed new tires and one of the tires was the wrong size.
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Old 10-05-2008, 12:23 PM
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The problem started BEFORE I replaced the tires and the problem continues now after I replaced them, and they're all the same
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The problem started BEFORE I replaced the tires and the problem continues now after I replaced them, and they're all the same
The problem is corrosion in the rear hubs is causing the sensors to be pushed out of alignment with the sensor ring. DO NOT continue to drive the car with this problem. It will burn out the abs controller. That part costs $1300.00. First thing you should do is open the hood of the vehicle and follow the wire for the right front abs sensor. You will see a plug above where the motor mount connects to the passenger inner fender area. Unplug that connector. It will disable the abs system so the pump will stop running.

If you are mechanically inclined you could repair this. The rear hubs need to be removed and cleaned. Also the plastic cap behind the hub needs to be modified. After removing the hub you will be able to remove the plastic cap behind it. You will see a hole in the cap where the sensor goes through it. Cut the top portion of the cap so the hole looks like a U and reinstall it. Clean the corrosion around the bearing mating surfaces and reinstall the rest of the parts. Do this for both rear wheels. Be sure to reconnect the front sensor after the repairs are made. You will need to have the codes cleared after repairing.
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Old 10-06-2008, 05:44 AM
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Interesting. I’m not disputing your claim but my understanding from my mechanic was that he cleaned it all thoroughly. As for unplugging the ABS, I had a hard time picking the right wire. Can you be more descript?
Also, the problem started soon after replacing a baatery, could there be a connection?

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Old 10-06-2008, 04:25 PM
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Interesting. I’m not disputing your claim but my understanding from my mechanic was that he cleaned it all thoroughly. As for unplugging the ABS, I had a hard time picking the right wire. Can you be more descript?
Also, the problem started soon after replacing a baatery, could there be a connection?
He would not have been in that deep while doing a brake job. The connector for the right side sensor is mounted to a flimsy sheet metal part that is near the right side engine mount. Also I am very familiar with this problem. I have repaired at least 40, probably more.
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Old 10-06-2008, 04:31 PM
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Where in NY are you and how much would you charge to repair the problem?
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He would not have been in that deep while doing a brake job. The connector for the right side sensor is mounted to a flimsy sheet metal part that is near the right side engine mount. Also I am very familiar with this problem. I have repaired at least 40, probably more.
East coast problem. I haven't seen one of those here.
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East coast problem. I haven't seen one of those here.
Yes. Definately a salt state issue. We see tons of these around here. Been seeing them since the 04 max came out. There is a tsb for it.
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Where in NY are you and how much would you charge to repair the problem?
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Where in NY are you and how much would you charge to repair the problem?
I am in the Syracuse area.
Our shop gets around $250.00 for the repair.
As a side job $150.00
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The problem is corrosion in the rear hubs is causing the sensors to be pushed out of alignment with the sensor ring. DO NOT continue to drive the car with this problem. It will burn out the abs controller. That part costs $1300.00. First thing you should do is open the hood of the vehicle and follow the wire for the right front abs sensor. You will see a plug above where the motor mount connects to the passenger inner fender area. Unplug that connector. It will disable the abs system so the pump will stop running.

If you are mechanically inclined you could repair this. The rear hubs need to be removed and cleaned. Also the plastic cap behind the hub needs to be modified. After removing the hub you will be able to remove the plastic cap behind it. You will see a hole in the cap where the sensor goes through it. Cut the top portion of the cap so the hole looks like a U and reinstall it. Clean the corrosion around the bearing mating surfaces and reinstall the rest of the parts. Do this for both rear wheels. Be sure to reconnect the front sensor after the repairs are made. You will need to have the codes cleared after repairing.

I've been a technician for 13 years now I'm having the same problem as you mentioned I did like you described and it solved the problem for about hundred miles or so abs lights went off and was perfect about three days later it started it again but the abs pump is running as loud because I pulled them off and went through and cleaned them all again very well the car is from illinois but i'm in tennessee so nobody down here has had that problem. I also put dialectric grease around the inside of the hubs where the sensors run against but it is doing it again I found the plug you are talking about unpluging on the passenger side fender well but thats just to the front speed sensor is that the one you are talking about because my pump is still running sometimes louder and then sometimes quieter I was wondering if it was the rear sensor you was talking about unplugging cause I think it is buried down in the engine bay next to the motor I was just wondering thanks alot if anybody can reply to this its driving me nuts and has my lift tied up at the moment.Thank you Jared Kinser from Greeneville, TN
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Old 10-04-2009, 08:43 AM
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mpe 235
i live in canada
and really need some help
seriously im 18 and think ive made the worst decision in my life after buying this 2005 nissan maxima sl
im having the exact same problem
please help me out
can u send me ur number by email or something so i can talk to u while trying to fix my car
u dont understand how happy i would be
my family is all hating on me for buying this car and i dont know what to do
please help me out
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The problem is corrosion in the rear hubs is causing the sensors to be pushed out of alignment with the sensor ring. DO NOT continue to drive the car with this problem. It will burn out the abs controller. That part costs $1300.00. First thing you should do is open the hood of the vehicle and follow the wire for the right front abs sensor. You will see a plug above where the motor mount connects to the passenger inner fender area. Unplug that connector. It will disable the abs system so the pump will stop running.

If you are mechanically inclined you could repair this. The rear hubs need to be removed and cleaned. Also the plastic cap behind the hub needs to be modified. After removing the hub you will be able to remove the plastic cap behind it. You will see a hole in the cap where the sensor goes through it. Cut the top portion of the cap so the hole looks like a U and reinstall it. Clean the corrosion around the bearing mating surfaces and reinstall the rest of the parts. Do this for both rear wheels. Be sure to reconnect the front sensor after the repairs are made. You will need to have the codes cleared after repairing.
Couple of questions: Does this happen more in snowy climates? (Road Salt).

I assume the passenger side, being near the curb, is the wheel that gets wetter than the driver side.

On my 2007, here in Georgia, where road salt is almost never used, should I remove/inspect/lube the rear ABS sensors just to be safe?

I'm at 34K miles and would not be excited about dropping $1300 on an ABS unit down the road.
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