2018 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

4 Connecting Rod Bearing parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and TOPLINE.

In the High Performance grade, KING ENGINE BEARINGS supplies 2 parts: engineered beyond original-equipment specification. A representative part number is KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775XP.

The Standard Replacement section lists 2 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS and TOPLINE — built to original-equipment specification. KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775CP is listed in this group.

Listed part numbers: KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775XP, KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775XPX and KING ENGINE BEARINGS CR6775CP, 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

6 Conversion / Lower Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from ENGINETECH, FEL-PRO, AJUSA and 3 other brands. ENGINETECH NI35CSB carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes ENGINETECH NI35CSB, FEL-PRO CS26511 and AJUSA 54270200 and the remaining parts above.

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

5 Crankshaft Main Bearing parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — KING ENGINE BEARINGS and TOPLINE. The "Popular" part is TOPLINE TWD34.

The High Performance section: 2 options from KING ENGINE BEARINGS. KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4058XPX is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from TOPLINE and KING ENGINE BEARINGS. A representative part number is TOPLINE TWD34.

Listed part numbers: TOPLINE TWD34, KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4058XPX and KING ENGINE BEARINGS MB4058XP, plus the other parts above.

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

3 Crankshaft Repair Sleeve parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — BCA, NATIONAL and WJB / INMOTION PARTS.

Listed part numbers: BCA NS99189, NATIONAL 99189 and WJB / INMOTION PARTS WS99189.

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

12 Crankshaft Seal parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 10 brands — WJB / INMOTION PARTS, NATIONAL, BCA and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is BCA NS710356.

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

7 Cylinder Head Bolt parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from AJUSA, ENGINETECH, APEX and 4 other brands. AJUSA 81047800 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 81047800, ENGINETECH HB182 and APEX AHB534, plus the other parts above.

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

13 Cylinder Head Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from APEX, FEL-PRO, AJUSA and 4 other brands. APEX AHG562L carries the "Popular" badge.

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

5 Cylinder Head Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from FEL-PRO, ENGINETECH, APEX and 1 other brand. ENGINETECH NI35HSD carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH NI35HSD, APEX AHS5062 and FEL-PRO HS26511PT, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the block heaters that warm the coolant or oil in cold weather. Read more

3 Engine Block Heater parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from KAT'S HEATERS.

Listed part numbers: KAT'S HEATERS 16600, KAT'S HEATERS 11412 and KAT'S HEATERS 28500.

This table covers the Engine covers. Read more

5 Engine Cover parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from TECHPRO and VARIOUS MFR. TECHPRO NI1228159 carries the "Popular" badge.

This group includes TECHPRO NI1228159, TECHPRO NI1228160 and TECHPRO NI1228164 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

3 Engine Kit Gasket Set parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from AJUSA, ENGINETECH and TOPLINE.

Listed part numbers: AJUSA 50464600, ENGINETECH NI35K4 and TOPLINE CGSD41A.

This table covers the exhaust valves that let combustion gas out of the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

3 Exhaust Valve parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — ENGINETECH, SBI and TOPLINE.

Listed part numbers: ENGINETECH EM4475, SBI 13221 and TOPLINE EVD41HRL.

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

3 Harmonic Balancer parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from ATP, DAYCO and DORMAN.

Listed part numbers: ATP 102385, DAYCO PB1682N 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 are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from MAHLE / CLEVITE, AJUSA, APEX and 2 other brands. MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19450 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE MS19450, AJUSA 13261900 and APEX AMS5621, plus the other parts 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

3 Intake Manifold Runner Control Valve / Solenoid parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and ULTRA-POWER.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 911506 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RCS103, plus the other parts above.

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

4 Intake Plenum Gasket parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — AJUSA, APEX, FEL-PRO and 1 other brand.

Part numbers include AJUSA 01291300, APEX AMS5620 and FEL-PRO MS97220, among others listed above.

This table covers the intake valves that let air (and fuel, on port-injected engines) into the cylinder. Typical signs include a circuit that will not hold, a whistle, or a code for this valve. A stuck valve is often debris. Clean the ports before installing the new one. Read more

2 Intake Valve parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — ENGINETECH and TOPLINE.

Part numbers include ENGINETECH IM4474 and TOPLINE IVD41HRL.

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

14 Motor Mount parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — PIONEER, SKP, ANCHOR and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is ANCHOR 9808.

The Economy section lists 3 options from SKP — the catalog's value-priced group. SKP SKMA4365HY is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 11 parts, from PIONEER, ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and 1 other brand. A representative part number is ANCHOR 9808.

This table covers the Motor Mount kits. Read more

This group shows a single part: 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

35 Oil parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — VALVOLINE, LIQUI MOLY, IDEMITSU and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is LIQUI MOLY 22044. They are grouped as Full Synthetic, High Mileage (>75,000 Miles) and Racing, with Full Synthetic the largest group at 26 parts from LIQUI MOLY, VALVOLINE, IDEMITSU and 2 other brands.

This table covers the heat exchangers that cool engine oil. Typical signs include oil at the cooler fittings, or coolant that looks like a milkshake. Pressure-test both circuits after a cooler swap — a leak here mixes oil and coolant. Read more

2 Oil Cooler parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — ACKOJA and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Part numbers include ACKOJA A38600022 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS OCK78.

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

2 Oil Cooler Seal parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from FEL-PRO and MAHLE / CLEVITE.

Part numbers include FEL-PRO 71863 and MAHLE / CLEVITE B33344.

This table covers the Oil Dipstick tubes. Read more

2 Oil Dipstick / Tube parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — AUTOTECNICA and DORMAN.

This group includes AUTOTECNICA NI1421464 and DORMAN 917445.

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

6 Oil Drain Plug parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — DORMAN, AGS, BECK/ARNLEY and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is DORMAN 090038.

This group includes DORMAN 090038, DORMAN 090049 and AGS ODP00011 and the remaining 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

5 Oil Drain Plug Gasket parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from DORMAN, AJUSA, APEX and 1 other brand. DORMAN 097134 carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 097134, AJUSA 01140600 and APEX ADP1904, plus the other parts above.

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

5 Oil Filler Cap parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — MOTORAD, CALORSTAT, DORMAN and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOTORAD MO107.

This group includes MOTORAD MO107, CALORSTAT OC2316 and DORMAN 90200 and the remaining parts above.

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

18 Oil Filter parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 14 brands — VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, WIX and 11 other brands. The "Popular" part is MOBIL M1108A.

The Economy section: 6 options from VARIOUS MFR, BOSCH, FRAM and 2 other brands. BOSCH 72230WS is listed in this group.

The High Performance / Heavy Duty section lists 2 options from MOBIL and WIX — grouped under the catalog's "High Performance / Heavy Duty" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. MOBIL M1108A is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 10 parts, from BOSCH, MOTORCRAFT, WIX and 7 other brands. A representative part number is BOSCH 3300.

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

4 Oil Pan parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from 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

9 Oil Pan Gasket parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — VICTOR REINZ, APEX, MAHLE / CLEVITE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is FEL-PRO OS30696.

Listed part numbers: FEL-PRO OS30696, VICTOR REINZ 703141410 and AJUSA 59010400, plus the other 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

2 Oil Pump parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — ASTEMO / HITACHI and TOPLINE.

This group includes ASTEMO / HITACHI OUP0037 and TOPLINE OPD41M.

This table covers the Piston Pin bushings. Typical signs include a clunk over bumps, or a torn or walked-out bushing you can see. Press the new bushing square. A cocked bushing will tear in a few thousand miles. Read more

2 Piston Pin Bushing parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — ENGINETECH and TOPLINE.

Part numbers include ENGINETECH EB0156 and TOPLINE PBD34.

This table covers the Thrust washers. Read more

This group shows a single part: KING ENGINE BEARINGS TW271AM.

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

7 Timing Chain parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from MELLING, S.A. GEAR, CLOYES and 1 other brand. MELLING 721 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include MELLING 721, S.A. GEAR RC1038 and CLOYES C721F, among others listed above.

This table covers kits that group a timing chain with the related tensioners and guides. Read more

5 Timing Chain & Component Kit parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — S.A. GEAR, CLOYES, INA and 1 other brand. The "Popular" part is CLOYES 90730SB.

The Economy section: 2 options from S.A. GEAR. S.A. GEAR 76280S is listed in this group.

Standard Replacement: 3 parts, from CLOYES, INA and MELLING. A representative part number is CLOYES 90730SB.

Part numbers include CLOYES 90730SB, S.A. GEAR 76280S and S.A. GEAR 76280SW, among others listed above.

This table covers the guides and dampers that keep the timing chain on its path. Read more

11 Timing Chain Guide / Damper parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from S.A. GEAR, CLOYES, INA and 2 other brands. S.A. GEAR 71009 carries the "Popular" badge.

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

14 Timing Chain Tensioner parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 5 brands — S.A. GEAR, CLOYES, INA and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is S.A. GEAR 9441.

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

5 Timing Cover Gasket parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE, APEX and ULTRA-POWER.

Part numbers include APEX ATC5340, MAHLE / CLEVITE B33342 and MAHLE / CLEVITE B33343, among others listed above.

This table covers the wear sleeves used to restore a Timing Cover seal surface. Read more

This group shows a single part: SKF 99189.

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

2 Timing Cover Seal parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 2 brands — MAHLE / CLEVITE and SKF.

Listed part numbers: MAHLE / CLEVITE 67689 and SKF 18857.

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

4 Timing Crank Sprocket parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 4 brands — CLOYES, INA, MELLING and 1 other brand.

Listed part numbers: CLOYES S947, INA ZSS1221 and MELLING S1221, plus the other parts above.

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

6 Torque Strut Mount parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL, SKP and 1 other brand. SKP SKM9747 carries the "Popular" badge.

Economy: 1 part, from SKP. A representative part number is SKP SKM9747.

The Standard Replacement section: 5 options from ANCHOR, DEA / MARMON RIDE CONTROL and PIONEER. ANCHOR 9747 is listed in this group.

Part numbers include SKP SKM9747, ANCHOR 9747 and ANCHOR 9551, among others listed above.

This table covers the Valve covers. Read more

7 Valve Cover parts are listed for the 2018 Nissan Maxima, from APEX, DORMAN, ITM ENGINE COMPONENTS and 1 other brand. APEX VCS528R carries the "Popular" badge.

Listed part numbers: APEX VCS528R, DORMAN 264787 and ACKOJA A380699, 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

9 Valve Cover Gasket parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 6 brands — BECK/ARNLEY, AJUSA, APEX and 3 other brands. The "Popular" part is BECK/ARNLEY 0361755.

Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 0361755, FEL-PRO VS50770R and AJUSA 56041300, among others listed above.

This table covers the pressed-in bronze and cast-iron guides that align valve stems. Typical signs include oil smoke on startup, a guide that has gone oval, or a valve that no longer seats quietly. Guides are a machine-shop fit. Confirm stem diameter in the notes before ordering. Read more

5 Valve Guide parts for the 2018 Nissan Maxima come from 3 brands — SBI, QUALCAST and TOPLINE. The "Popular" part is SBI 1408217.

Listed part numbers: SBI 1408217, QUALCAST 308217 and QUALCAST 308190, plus the other parts above.