How to remove the piston and connect rod assemblies from an engine on Nissan Maxima?

Prior to removing the piston and connecting rod assemblies, ensure the cylinder heads, oil pan, and oil pump pick-up are removed if not already done. Use your fingernail to check for a ridge at the upper limit of ring travel, approximately 1/4-inch down from the top of each cylinder. If ridges are present due to carbon deposits or cylinder wear, they must be completely removed with a special tool according to the manufacturer's instructions, as failure to do so may result in piston breakage. After removing the cylinder ridges, turn the engine upside-down with the crankshaft facing up. Before removing the connecting rods, check the side clearance with feeler gauges, sliding them between the first connecting rod and the crankshaft throw until the play is eliminated; the side clearance should not exceed the service limit. If new connecting rods or a new crankshaft are installed, ensure the side clearance meets the specified minimum, and consult an automotive machine shop if machining is necessary. Check the connecting rods and caps for identification marks, and if they are not marked, use a small center punch to create indentations. Loosen each connecting rod cap nut by 1/2-turn until they can be removed by hand, then take off the number one connecting rod cap and bearing insert without dropping the bearing insert. Protect the crankshaft journal and cylinder wall by slipping a short length of plastic or rubber hose over each connecting rod cap bolt as the piston is removed. Remove the bearing insert and push the connecting rod/piston assembly out through the top of the engine using a wooden hammer handle, ensuring all ridges have been removed if resistance is felt. Repeat this process for the remaining cylinders. After removal, reassemble the connecting rod caps and bearing inserts in their respective connecting rods and install the cap nuts finger tight to prevent accidental damage to the bearing surfaces. Avoid separating the pistons from the connecting rods.

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Nissan Maxima Piston W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-8J110
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.; Piston
- Manufacturer Note: STD GRADE 1
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2008 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXEL, SE, SEL, SES, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston With Pin
Part Number: 12010-V7103
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.50
- Replaces: 12010-V5903, 12010-V5913
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1988 Nissan Maxima | DX, SE, SL/GL | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Nissan Maxima Piston W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-8J172
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.20
- Replaces: A2010-8J171
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXEL, SEL, SES | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston With Pin
Part Number: 12010-4RA2A
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin; Piston
- Manufacturer Note: STD GRADE 3-0
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2023 Nissan Maxima | 40th Anniversary Edition, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston With Pin
Part Number: 12010-4RA1A
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin; Piston
- Manufacturer Note: STD GRADE 2-0
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2023 Nissan Maxima | 40th Anniversary Edition, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston With Pin
Part Number: 12010-4RA0A
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin; Piston
- Manufacturer Note: STD GRADE 1-0
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2023 Nissan Maxima | 40th Anniversary Edition, Platinum, Platinum Reserve, S, SL, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-7Y002
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin; Piston
- Manufacturer Note: GRADE 3, PIN GRADE 0
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- 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima | SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-7Y001
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.; Piston
- Manufacturer Note: GRADE 2, PIN GRADE 0
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima | SE, SL | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston W/Pin
Part Number: 12010-9N02C
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.; Piston
- Replaces: 12010-9N02B
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2014 Nissan Maxima | LE, Premium, S, Sport, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston W/Pin
Part Number: 12010-9N01C
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.; Piston
- Replaces: 12010-9N01B
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2014 Nissan Maxima | LE, Premium, S, Sport, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston W/Pin
Part Number: 12010-9N00C
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin. This item subject to a 40% restocking fee if returned.; Piston
- Replaces: 12010-9N00B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2014 Nissan Maxima | LE, Premium, S, Sport, SR, SV | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-8J171
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.20
- Replaced by: A2010-8J172
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2001-2002 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXEL, SEL, SES | 6 Cyl 3.5L | VQ35DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston W/Pin
Part Number: 12010-V5901
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: STD
- Replaced by: 12010-V7101
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1986 Nissan Maxima | DX, SE, SL/GL | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-39U71
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.20
- Replaced by: A2010-38U71
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston With Pin
Part Number: 12010-V5913
$70.71 MSRP: $99.87
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.50
- Replaced by: 12010-V7103
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1987 Nissan Maxima | DX, SE, SL/GL | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Nissan Maxima Piston With Pin
Part Number: 12010-V5903
$70.71 MSRP: $99.87
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.50
- Replaced by: 12010-V7103
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1985-1986 Nissan Maxima | DX, SE, SL/GL | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VG30E
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-2Y971
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: OS=0.20
- Replaced by: A2010-2Y976
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2002 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, GXEL, SE, SES | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-2Y900
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: STD GRADE 1
- Replaced by: A2010-2Y910
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2002 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, GXEL, SE, SES | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-39U02
$85.41 MSRP: $120.63
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: GRADE 3
- Replaced by: A2010-38U12
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE
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Nissan Maxima Piston,W/Pin
Part Number: A2010-39U00
$85.41 MSRP: $120.63
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- Other Name: Piston-W/Pin
- Manufacturer Note: GRADE 1
- Replaced by: A2010-38U10
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1995-1997 Nissan Maxima | GLE, GXE, SE | 6 Cyl 3.0L | VQ30DE

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Nissan Maxima Piston

The Piston is an integral component of the Nissan Maxima which is the flagship model of the Nissan brand. Extremely useful as the tool to convert the power of combustion into kinetic energy, the piston stands as the primary component in the performance of the engine. The Piston made from tough materials such as aluminum alloy so the car mechanism can benefit from durability of difficult wearing conditions. Maxima's models use disparate types of pistons; racers using lightweight pistons ideal for performance at the top personnel RPM, and trunk pistons that can take side forces and have oil rings for lubrication. It adds to the efficiency of the Maxima not only because of the improved internal efficiency of the engine but also adds to the safety of the car by eliminating irregularities in the engines' combustion processes. It is noteworthy that the Piston is usable across generations of the car to sustain the dependability of Maxima in the market sphere. Additional constraints like cooling cavities as well as gas tight designs put the Piston under a special targeting in the automotive market which sets it out from the rest as a special part that improves the driving of the car. It is therefore evident that Piston is critical in the delivery of the energetic performance that is inherent with the Maxima, given the car comes with a mind-bowing 3.5L V6 engine and sophisticated transmission options. All in all, the Piston represents both the company's quality oriented policy and serves as an important building block for the Maxima as a sports luxury car.

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Nissan Maxima Piston Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Piston W/Pin
A2010-8J110
Q: How to remove the piston and connect rod assemblies from an engine on Nissan Maxima?
A:
Prior to removing the piston and connecting rod assemblies, ensure the Cylinder Heads, oil pan, and oil pump pick-up are removed if not already done. Use your fingernail to check for a ridge at the upper limit of ring travel, approximately 1/4-inch down from the top of each cylinder. If ridges are present due to carbon deposits or cylinder wear, they must be completely removed with a special tool according to the manufacturer's instructions, as failure to do so may result in piston breakage. After removing the cylinder ridges, turn the engine upside-down with the Crankshaft facing up. Before removing the connecting rods, check the side clearance with feeler gauges, sliding them between the first connecting rod and the crankshaft throw until the play is eliminated; the side clearance should not exceed the service limit. If new connecting rods or a new crankshaft are installed, ensure the side clearance meets the specified minimum, and consult an automotive machine shop if machining is necessary. Check the connecting rods and caps for identification marks, and if they are not marked, use a small center punch to create indentations. Loosen each connecting rod cap nut by 1/2-turn until they can be removed by hand, then take off the number one connecting rod cap and bearing insert without dropping the bearing insert. Protect the crankshaft journal and cylinder wall by slipping a short length of plastic or rubber hose over each connecting rod cap bolt as the piston is removed. Remove the bearing insert and push the connecting rod/piston assembly out through the top of the engine using a wooden hammer handle, ensuring all ridges have been removed if resistance is felt. Repeat this process for the remaining cylinders. After removal, reassemble the connecting rod caps and bearing inserts in their respective connecting rods and install the cap nuts finger tight to prevent accidental damage to the bearing surfaces. Avoid separating the pistons from the connecting rods.