Where can i get instructions on replacing the clutch in a 97 maxima 5- speed?

need a repair manual and rite tools--they doit with a special machine in shop and solvent--------try using some amsoil PI 1st----ur issue cud also be ignition components-inspect and test

Sounds like your clutch slave cylinder is bad. It's only a minor, external problem, not an internal transmission problem.

brake pads worn out,wheel bearing collapsed,wheel nuts loose,stone stuck between disc and deflector plater

It's most likely your throw-out bearing. It's located very inconveniently on the front shaft of the transmission and the way to remove and replace is to pull the tranny from the car... While you're at it, inspect the clutch and pressure plates and the pilot bushing (located in the center of the flywheel).

Yes you most likely have a bad throw out bearing. If you replace the bearing you would do yourself a favor and replace the clutch and pressure plate while you are there.

Not many problems with the 5 spds, automatics have concerns.

Have you ever replaced the clutch? If not you may need a new cluctch. It could also be your clutch slave cylinder.

The latter is much less expensive and in some cars very easy to change (i did it myself on an old Mazda Rx-7 and I'm a girl!). Hope these suggestions help.

yes, Briong the pedal up where it belongs, then open an fill your master cylider. Then go below and open the bleeder intil the fluid runs/drips steady and free of any bubbles. Do not pump the pedal. When only fluid comes out, tighten/close the bleeder and give it a try. Good Luck. If peal dives again, replace the master cylinder.

check the mechanical leakage at the clutch housing for binding and wear.

Well, it is usually cheaper then having a shop do it for you. But it will require you to have some tools. In this case probable a 10mm and 5/8 spark plug socket and 6 inch extension and ratchet.

Other than that, you should be good to go.