Which type of 12 V automobile battery is required for my 2004 nissan maxima? I should replace it after 5 years. Is it size 34? The owner and maintenance manuals do not specify.

Some cars have these included with accessories. If your other accessories work, then your windshield wiper motor requires replacement. Otherwise, read the inside cover of the fuse box the symbol for windshield wipers looks like a windscreen with two wiper blades on it.

Basically first check battery voltage under load with headlights, fan etc on and give about 2500 rpm and check battery voltage with digital meter and expect to see about 12 volt range if Alternator faulty. If ok would be 14 volts approx.
Assuming battery voltage low. First remove negative battery terminal and proceed to take of drive belt by taking strain of belt by slackening tensioner on belt then remove and check belt for cracks etc on inside once removed. if damaged replace. Proceed and remove cowls, bolts etc as required to remove alternator. Before removing disconnect wires on Alternator. Assemble in reverse to above. Just a basic outline of how to do it.

Generally speaking, NO.

If you were replacing a 5-speed with a 5-speed, then I would be inclined to say YES, providing it was the same model transmission.

Replacing with a different type of transmission, may cause a compatability issue with the ECM computer.

loose battery cable or weak battery, replace battery.

3.5L Engines

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
   
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   • Negative battery cable
     
   • Right side engine undercover and side inspection cover
     
   • Radiator on Maxima
     
   • Radiator fan on 350Z
     
   • Drive belt
     
   • Alternator and A/C compressor harness connectors
     
   • Upper and lower alternator bolts
     
   • Alternator
     

Install or connect the following:

• Alternator
  
• Upper and lower alternator bolts. On Maxima tighten the upper bolt to 12-15 ft. lbs. (16 -20 Nm) and the lower bolt to 32-38 ft. lbs. (44-52 Nm). On 350Z, tighten the upper bolt to 48 ft. lbs. (65 Nm) and the lower bolts to 21 ft. lbs. (28 Nm).
  
• Alternator and A/C compressor harness connectors
  
• Drive belt
  
• Radiator on Maxima
  
• Radiator fan on 350Z
  
• Right side engine undercover and side inspection cover
  
• Negative battery cable
  

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Hello,

Any of these battery will be good for your 2004 nissan maxima,

GOLD DURALAST 24F-DLG

DURALAST 35-DL

VALUCRAFT 26R-VL

OPTIMA BATTERY 35

OPTIMA BATTERY D35

Take care.