1999 Maxima starting problem

Question

My 1999 Maxima has a strange problem. Runs great, went the market, came out and tuned the key -- nothing, no lights, nothing, only thing was the CD and cassette tape were ejected. Came back an hour later, started immediately.

Two weeks later (today) went to the bank, ran fine on the ride there, exact same thing. It's at the bank now. I have done some research, could it be the battery (I strongly doubt the batter has gone dead)? The other thing I discovered is the positive connection of the battery has alot of blue/green granular buildup.

Answer 1

You might want to check the air filter and battery contacts. Also check the engine temp gauge when you drive. I am not a car expert but if the engine over heats (for whatever reason), the car is not starting till the engine cools down.

It is also likely that your battery has gone bad and it might be worthwhile getting it recharged externally.  

Answer 2

First off, the air filter has NOTHING to do with your car not starting as well as the coolant temp. All you need to do is make sure your battery cables are TIGHT on you battery posts. Good job on cleaning them because that was the first step you needed to do. Now inspect them to make sure that the acid that you cleaned off has not eaten away the battery cable end causing a loose connection. A tight connection is all you need and you'll be good to go.