Diagram reference number 8 in the image below:
" Fitment: 2008 NISSAN MAXIMA SL - 4 door

Application Notes:

Category: Body

SubCategory: Hood

Position: Left

Part Number: 65471ZK30A


This is a Hood Lift Support that fits the 2008 NISSAN MAXIMA SL - 4 door with the VQ35DE engine. The Hood Lift Support is designed by NISSAN to be part of the Body-Hood. The Hood Lift Support has a position on the vehicle of Left. The 2008 NISSAN MAXIMA Hood Lift Support is a factory made NISSAN OEM part and it comes with a 12 month 12,000 mile warranty (parts only). Do not be fooled by an aftermarket NISSAN MAXIMA Hood Lift Support! Buy a factory NISSAN part and receive peace of mind!
This factory part has a part number of 65471ZK30A.