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: Air conditioner operation
Start the engine, turn thefan
speed
control dial to the desired position, and
press thebutton to activate the air
conditioner. When the air conditioner is on,
cooling and dehumidifying functions are
added to the heater operation.
The air conditioner cooling function operates
only when the engine i ...
Cleaning exterior
In order to maintain the appearance of
your vehicle, it is important to take proper
care of it.
To protect the paint surfaces, wash your
vehicle as soon as you can:
After a rainfall to prevent possible damage
from acid rain.
After driving on coastal roads.
When contaminants such as soot, bird
...
System maintenance
The two radar sensors 1 for the BSW and
RCTA systems are located near the rear
bumper. Always keep the area near the radar
sensors clean.
The radar sensors may be blocked by temporary
ambient conditions such as splashing
water, mist or fog.
The blocked condition may also be caused
by objects such ...
Engine maintenance (QR25DE)
Engine coolant