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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.

Engine coolant

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:

Seat belt extenders
If, because of body size or driving position, it is not possible to properly fit the lap/ shoulder belt and fasten it, an extender that is compatible with the installed seat belts is available for purchase. The extender adds approximately 8 in (200 mm) of length and may be used for either the driver ...

ProPILOT Assist system operation
Steering-wheel-mounted control (left) Vehicle information display Steering-wheel-mounted control (right) ProPILOT Assist switch The ProPILOT Assist system has the following two functions: Intelligent Cruise Control (ICC) The ICC system can be set to one of two cruise control modes: Conve ...

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 ...