Knowing the specifications of the rims on your 2004 Nissan Maxima is important if you want to purchase aftermarket rims. Just as when purchasing tires, you must purchase a set that is designed to fit on your wheels, it's necessary to know the bolt pattern on your Nissan Maxima to select the correct rims.
The bolt pattern of a wheel is determined by the number of lug nuts and the distance between them. The Nissan Maxima utilizes a 5 x 114 mm bolt pattern. This means that there are five lug nuts on each wheel, and the distance between the outside of any lug nut and the middle of the third consecutive lug nut is 114 millimeters.
The 2004 Nissan Maxima comes with two different-sized wheels. One of the wheels has a 17 inch diameter and a 7 inch width. The other wheel offered on the Nissan Maxima has an 18 inch diameter and a 7.5 inch width. When purchasing tires for these wheels, it is important to get one that has the proper width and diameter. It is also worth noting that larger wheels have more expensive tires.
Both the 17- and 18-inch Nissan Maxima wheels are made of aluminum alloy. These wheels tend to be both lightweight and strong. They are not as cheap is steel wheels but are more affordable than chrome wheels. Aluminum alloy wheels on the Nissan Maxima have a painted surface that not only looks good, but also resists corrosion and tends to wear well.
