2015 Nissan Maxima Engine Parts

This table covers the bearings in the connecting-rod big ends. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

5 Connecting Rod Bearing parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS and MAHLE / CLEVITE. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1857P6.

The High Performance section lists 2 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS — engineered beyond original-equipment specification. KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775XP is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, MAHLE / CLEVITE and KING ENGINE BEARINGS supply 3 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1857P6.

Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE CB1857P6, KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775XP and KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775XPX, plus the other parts above.

This table covers lower / conversion gasket sets for oil-pan and related joints. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

3 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — AJUSA, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

This group includes AJUSA 54331600, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS 0922712 and MAHLE / CLEVITE CS54587.

This table covers the main bearings that support the crankshaft in the block. Typical signs include a growl that rises with speed, or play in the shaft or hub. Set preload the way the notes specify. A dry or crushed bearing fails quickly. Read more

KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies the 3 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima.

High Performance: 2 parts, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4058XPX.

The Standard Replacement section: 1 option from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4542CA is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4058XPX, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4058XP and KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4542CA.

This table covers the sleeves used to restore a grooved crankshaft seal surface. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — BCA NS99189.

This table covers the front and rear seals that keep oil in at the crankshaft. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

4 Crankshaft Seal parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from AJUSA, ELRING and SCHAEFFLER.

Part numbers include AJUSA 15092900, AJUSA 71008800 and ELRING 576160, among others listed above.

This table covers the bolts that clamp the cylinder head to the block. Read more

3 Cylinder Head Bolt parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — AJUSA, ELRING and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include AJUSA 81047800, ELRING 267660 and FEL-PRO ES72900.

This table covers the head gaskets that seal the block to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

11 Cylinder Head Gasket parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 6 brands — FEL-PRO, AJUSA, ELRING and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO 26511PT.

This table covers multi-piece gasket sets for a cylinder-head job. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

6 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — FEL-PRO, ENGINETECH, AJUSA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ENGINETECH NI35HSD.

This group includes ENGINETECH NI35HSD, FEL-PRO HS26511PT and AJUSA 52644000 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers full gasket kits covering the joints opened in an engine rebuild. Typical signs include the leaks that sent the engine or gearbox to the bench. Use every gasket the set is meant for that opening — leftover unused pieces usually belong to another configuration. Read more

This group shows a single part: AJUSA 50572400.

This table covers the crankshaft pulleys / harmonic balancers at the front of the engine. Read more

2 Harmonic Balancer parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — ATP and DORMAN.

This group includes ATP 102385 and DORMAN 594433.

This table covers the gaskets between the intake manifold and the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Intake Manifold Gasket parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — ELRING, MAHLE / CLEVITE, AJUSA and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19450.

Part numbers include MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19450, AJUSA 13261900 and ELRING 874820, among others listed above.

This table covers the Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

2 Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve / Solenoid parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — DORMAN and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 911506 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RCS103.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Intake Plenum. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

2 Intake Plenum Gasket parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from AJUSA and FEL-PRO.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 01291300 and FEL-PRO MS97220.

This table covers the mounts that hold the engine to the chassis. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

10 Motor Mount parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, PIONEER and 2 other brands. ANCHOR 9808 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, SKP supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is SKP SKMA4365HY.

The Standard Replacement section: 9 options from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, PIONEER and 1 other brand. ANCHOR 9808 is listed in this group.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — ANCHOR 300313.

This table covers the engine oils listed by grade and specification for this engine. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking after a long interval, or oil that has gone thin and black well before the next service. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes (and on the filler cap). The tables group grades — they are not interchangeable. Read more

VALVOLINE supplies the 6 Oil parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima. VALVOLINE VV955 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: VALVOLINE VV955, VALVOLINE 904564 and VALVOLINE 891678, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Oil Cooler Mounting kits. Read more

2 Oil Cooler Mounting Kit parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from HAYDEN.

Listed part numbers: HAYDEN 238 and HAYDEN 153.

This table covers the seals at the Oil Cooler. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

This group shows a single part: MAHLE / CLEVITE B33344.

This table covers the Oil Dipstick tubes. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — DORMAN 917445.

This table covers the drain plugs in the oil pan. Read more

4 Oil Drain Plug parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, AGS and ELRING.

Listed part numbers: AGS ODP00011, DORMAN 090038 and DORMAN 090049, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the crush washers and gaskets under the oil drain plug. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

4 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — DORMAN, AJUSA and ELRING.

This group includes AJUSA 01140600, DORMAN 097134 and DORMAN 997134CD and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the caps on the oil filler neck. Read more

2 Oil Filler Cap parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN and MOTORAD.

Part numbers include DORMAN 90200 and MOTORAD MO107.

This table covers the oil filters that screw onto this engine's filter mount. Typical signs include low oil pressure after a service, or a filter that will not spin off because the old gasket stayed on the block. Lube the new gasket and tighten to the spec on the box; a double-gasket install dumps the sump on the first drive. Read more

11 Oil Filter parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from VARIOUS MFR, WIX, FVP and 5 other brands. MOTORCRAFT FL816 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 4 parts, from VARIOUS MFR, FVP and PRO-TEC. A representative part number is FVP R1358.

In the High Performance / Heavy Duty grade, WIX supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is WIX 51358XP.

The Standard Replacement section: 6 options from MOTORCRAFT, WIX, ACDELCO and 3 other brands. MOTORCRAFT FL816 is listed in this group.

This table covers the oil pans that hold the engine's oil sump. Read more

4 Oil Pan parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — DORMAN, LILAND GLOBAL, SKP and 1 other brand.

This group includes DORMAN 264534, LILAND GLOBAL INSP24C and SKP SK264534 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the gaskets between the oil pan and the block. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

5 Oil Pan Gasket parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from FEL-PRO, AJUSA, ELRING and 2 other brands. FEL-PRO OS30696 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes FEL-PRO OS30696, AJUSA 59010400 and ELRING 572760 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Oil pumps. Typical signs include noise from the pump, no pressure, or fluid that never arrives at the outlet. Prime or fill the pump as the notes require. A dry start is a common way to kill a new unit. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — ASTEMO / HITACHI OUP0037.

This table covers the pistons that travel in each cylinder. Typical signs include knock, blow-by, or a cylinder that will not hold compression. Piston work is a short-block job. Match bore, pin and ring pack in the notes — not the photo. Read more

This group shows a single part: ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS RY6631.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW271AM.

This table covers the timing chains that keep the cams in time with the crank. Read more

4 Timing Chain parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — CLOYES and FVP.

This group includes CLOYES C721F and CLOYES C730F and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the tensioners that keep the timing chain taut. Typical signs include belt flutter, a chirp that returns after a new belt, or an arm that no longer damps. Replace the tensioner with the belt at higher mileage. Read more

2 Timing Chain Tensioner parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from CLOYES and FVP.

Listed part numbers: CLOYES 95442, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the Timing Cover. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — ELRING 581670.

This table covers the seals at the Timing Cover. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — MAHLE / CLEVITE 67689.

This table covers the crankshaft sprockets that drive the timing chain or belt. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima — MELLING S1221.

This table covers the Torque Strut mounts. Typical signs include a clunk on takeoff, a vibration at idle, or a separated rubber insert. Support the powertrain before unbolting a mount, and torque the fasteners in the notes. Read more

7 Torque Strut Mount parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, WESTAR and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is ANCHOR 9747.

This group includes ANCHOR 9747, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL A7386 and ANCHOR 9551 and the remaining parts above.

This table covers the Valve covers. Read more

5 Valve Cover parts for the 2015 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — DORMAN, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and AUTOTECNICA. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 264787.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 264787, AUTOTECNICA NI1422902 and DORMAN 264786, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the gaskets that seal the valve cover to the cylinder head. Typical signs include seepage at the joint, a burnt-oil smell, or a leak that appears only after a long drive. Clean both flanges and torque in the sequence the notes or the manual call for. Read more

6 Valve Cover Gasket parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from AJUSA, ELRING, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand. FEL-PRO VS50770R carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO VS50770R, MAHLE / CLEVITE VS50496 and AJUSA 56041300, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the seals on each valve stem that control oil into the guides. Typical signs include a wet housing, a drip after sitting, or fluid flung off a rotating shaft. Fix the surface the seal rides on. A new seal on a grooved shaft will leak again. Read more

4 Valve Stem Seal parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from AJUSA, ELRING and FEL-PRO.

Part numbers include AJUSA 12012100, AJUSA 57058800 and ELRING 012410, among others listed above.

This table covers the oil-control solenoids that command the cam phasers. Typical signs include a door or range that will not move, or a click with no motion. Confirm the command signal before replacing the actuator — a failed module looks the same. Read more

7 Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator parts are listed for the 2015 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, ROSTRA, SKP and 2 other brands. DORMAN 917294 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 5 parts, from DORMAN, ROSTRA and SKP. A representative part number is DORMAN 917294.

The Standard Replacement section: 2 options from NTK and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. NTK VV0134 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include DORMAN 917294, SKP SK918195 and DORMAN 918195, among others listed above.