Maxima SE V6-3.5L (VQ35) (2002)
it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1.
Determine if the noise is coming from a VTC sprocket, and which one (left bank or right bank).
a.
Do not start or run the engine for at least 4 hours (cold-soak).
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Overnight "cold-soak" is preferred.
b.
Have one person start the engine while a second person is near the front of the engine to listen for the noise.
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Listen around the VTC sprocket areas.
NOTE:
The incident noise will last for only about 1 second.
2.
Replace the VTC sprocket that is making noise.
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Refer to the appropriate Service Manual (ESM), section EM, for VTC sprocket replacement procedures.
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A very small amount of noise from the new VTC sprocket during a cold start is considered normal and acceptable.