Stiff passenger door - 2000 Maxima

Mar 11, 2007 2 Replies

The passenger door of my 2000 Maxima has gotten progressively stiffer over the years, to the point now that it nearly takes a body builder to close it. My wife rarely closes it on the first try, and has resorted to gently kicking it the rest of the way shut because her shoulder was getting sore.



I read a post "2k Max Tight doors?" from 2001, and the only advice given was "lube up the door checks," but I'm not sure what that means. I've sprayed WD-40 on the only visible hinge, but it doesn't feel like it has anything to do with that. Has anyone else experienced tight doors over the years? If there is anything I might be able to do on my own (besides taking it to the dealer), please let me know.



Thanks! Kevin



First, WD40 isn't a lubricant. It's a water displacer (hence the "WD") and quickly evaporates. Use white lithium grease in a spray can. Lube the hinges and both sides of the retainer (part that slides in and out of the door, that's what's really causing your problem).

Huh, wow, I had no idea about WD40, I just thought it was a general lubricant. I read the can and you are right! I sprayed the parts you suggested with white lithium grease and it is much improved. Thanks!

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