1998 Nisson Maxima timming chain

No. If you Maxima has a timing chain, and I think that it does--your owner's manual will mention a timing belt, if it is a belt and not a chain, then you do not need to change the timing chain on a regular interval. Timing chains, unlike timing belts, are not regular maintenance items, and they only need to be replaced if there is a problem or failure.

98 Maxima does NOT have a timing chain it has a notched belt. Just replaced mine at 135K along with the AC drive belt. Not a big deal but it will be a lot easier with a lift. Working under the car and behind the left front wheel is a lot easier when it is on a lift