Nissan Altima: Drive belt - Maintenance and do-it-yourself - Nissan Altima Owners ManualNissan Altima: Drive belt

QR25DE engine

QR25DE engine

1. Power steering fluid pump pulley
2. Water pump pulley
3. Generator
4. Air conditioner
5. Crankshaft pulley
6. Drive belt Automatic tensioner

WARNING

Be sure the ignition switch is placed in the OFF or LOCK position before servicing drive belt. The engine could rotate unexpectedly.

1. Visually inspect the belt for signs of unusual wear, cuts, fraying or looseness. If the belt is in poor condition or is loose, have it replaced or adjusted by a NISSAN dealer.

2. Have the belt checked regularly for condition and tension in accordance with the maintenance schedule found in the “NISSAN Service and Maintenance Guide”.

VQ35DE engine

VQ35DE engine

1. Power steering fluid pump pulley
2. Idler pulley
3. Generator
4. Air conditioner
5. Idler pulley
6. Crankshaft pulley
7. Drive belt Automatic tensioner

    Variable voltage control system
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    Spark plugs
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    Disarming the alarm
    Press the Unlock button on the remote key. > Two short flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that all doors are unlocked. ...