Checking Drive Belts

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Nissan Altima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Drive Belt Routing Diagram

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

NOTE: On vehicles not equipped with A/C, there is an idler pulley in the position for the drive belt routing.

WARNING: Inspect the drive belt only when the engine is stopped.

Make sure that the stamp mark of auxiliary drive belt auto-tensioner is within the usable range.
NOTE:
- Check the auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
- When the new drive belt is installed, the range should be A.
- 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.