Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Drive belts
Checking Drive Belts
WARNING:
Inspect the drive belt only when the engine is stopped.
NOTE:
On vehicles not equipped with A/C, there is an idler pulley in the position for
the drive belt routing.
• Make sure that the stamp mark of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the
usable range.
NOTE:
• Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indicator (notch) when the engine is cold.
• When the new drive belt is installed, the range should be “A” as shown.
• Visually check entire belt for wear, damage or cracks.
• If the indicator is out of allowable use range or belt is damaged, replace the
belt.
Tension Adjustment
• Belt tension is not manually adjustable, it is automatically adjusted by
the drive belt auto-tensioner.
Changing Engine Coolant
WARNING:
• To avoid being scalded, never change the coolant when the engine is hot.
• Wrap a thick cloth around cap and carefully remove the cap. First, turn the
cap ...
Other materials: Speedometer and odometer
This vehicle is equipped with a speedometer
and odometer. The speedometer is
located on the right side of the meter
cluster. The odometer is located within the
vehicle information display.
5 inch (13 cm) Type A (if so equipped)
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates vehicle speed.
7 inch (18 cm) Ty ...
Three-point type seat belt with
retractor
WARNING
Every person who drives or rides in
this vehicle should use a seat belt at
all times. Children should be in the
rear seats and in an appropriate
restraint.
Do not ride in a moving vehicle when
the seatback is reclined. This can be
dangerous. The shoulder belt will not
be against yo ...
Folding rear seat
Interior trunk access
The trunk can be accessed from the driver
side and passenger side of the rear seat for
loading and unloading, as shown.
1. Move the front passenger seat to the
most forward position.
2. Open the access cover on the rear parcel
shelf.
3. Insert a key or another suitable tool
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