Nissan Altima (L32) 2007-2012 Service Manual: Drive belts
Checking Drive Belts
1. Power steering pump
2. Drive belt auto-tensioner
3. Crankshaft
4. Idler pulley
5. A/C compressor pulley
6. Generator pulley
7. Idler pulley
8. Drive belt
A. Indicator
B. Possible use range (for new belt)
C. Belt replacement
WARNING:
Inspect and check the drive belts with the engine off.
1. Inspect belt for cracks, fraying, wear or oil adhesion. If necessary,
replace with a new one.
2. Rotate the crankshaft pulley two times then check the belt tension.
NOTE:
• Inspect drive belt tension when engine is cold.
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: Rear Door Alert
The Rear Door Alert system functions under
certain conditions to indicate there
may be an object or passenger in the rear
seat(s). Check the seat(s) before exiting the
vehicle.
The Rear Door Alert system is initially disabled.
The driver can enable the system
using the vehicle information display. ...
Windshield-washer fluid
Windshield-washer fluid reservoir
Fill the windshield-washer fluid reservoir
periodically. Add windshield-washer fluid
when the "Low Washer Fluid" warning appears
in the vehicle information display.
To check the fluid level with the dip tube,
use your finger to plug the center hole A of
the cap/tu ...
Avoiding collision and rollover
WARNING
Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe
and prudent manner may result in loss
of control or an accident.
Be alert and drive defensively at all times.
Obey all traffic regulations. Avoid excessive
speed, high speed cornering, or sudden
steering maneuvers, because these driving
practices co ...
Engine maintenance (VQ35DE)
Engine coolant