Complete Manual Transmission Removal & Clutch Replacement Nissan Maxima DIY Project Start 2 Finish

Описание: In this detailed DIY walkthrough, I tackle a full clutch and manual transmission replacement on a 2000 Nissan Maxima with a 5-speed manual transmission. The car was having serious issues with fifth gear popping out and not shifting correctly, so I decided it was time for a full transmission swap, clutch replacement, and related repairs. This video covers everything from removing the airbox and battery, disconnecting electrical connections, and removing axles, to carefully taking out the transmission and clutch.

I also replace the slave cylinder, master cylinder, rear main seal, and both axle output seals—all essential maintenance when you’re deep into one of these repairs. You’ll see my step-by-step process for labeling bolts and parts to stay organized, tips for draining transmission fluid (including removing the reverse sensor to improve drainage), and my approach to safely removing and installing components.

Key highlights include resurfacing the flywheel to ensure a smooth clutch engagement, cleaning off factory grease on new clutch parts before installation, and tips for reinstalling the rear main seal without damaging the engine. I also cover tricky areas like loosening the rear motor mount by removing the airbox, as well as torque specs and tightening patterns for flywheel bolts.

This video is ideal for anyone working on manual transmissions, particularly Nissan Maxima owners experiencing gear shifting problems, or for DIYers looking for a thorough, hands-on guide. If you want to learn how to do it right the first time, avoid common pitfalls, and get your car running smoothly again, this guide has it all.

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Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction & problem overview
00:45 - Starting disassembly: airbox, battery, electricals
02:00 - Removing axles and draining transmission fluid
04:00 - Taking off tires, calipers, strut, and axle removal
06:00 - Transmission removal and clutch disassembly
07:00 - Rear main seal removal and preparation
09:30 - Flywheel resurfacing and flywheel bolt torque
14:00 - Cleaning new parts for installation
16:00 - Installation recap and final adjustments
18:00 - Final thoughts and wrap-up

Recommended tools and parts used:

Torque wrench
Screwdrivers & ratchets
New clutch kit
Slave & master cylinders
Rear main seal
Transmission fluid specific for Nissan Maxima
Flywheel resurfacing (professional service recommended)


Thanks for watching, and good luck with your own repairs!