Maxima in the Market

Even with a few years under its belt, the Maxima remains an alluring choice in the large-sedan market. It's aimed at driving enthusiasts looking for a roomy sedan, and it delivers for them. The slight dings against it in the safety and cargo departments shouldn't be enough to stop you from buying one if your test drive wins you over.

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    Audible reminders
    Brake pad wear warning The disc brake pads have audible wear warnings. When a disc brake pad requires replacement, it makes a high pitched scraping sound when the vehicle is in motion, whether o ...

    Air flow charts
    The following charts show the button and dial positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating, cooling or defrosting. The air recirculation button should always be in the OFF position for heating and defr ...

    Accelerator downshift — In D position —
    For passing or hill climbing, fully depress the accelerator pedal to the floor. This shifts the transmission down into a lower gear, depending on the vehicle speed. ...