Removal and Installation: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the drive belt onto all of the pulleys.CAUTION: Confirm belts are completely set on the pulleys.
- Release tensioner, and apply tensions to belt.WARNING:
- Avoid placing hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
CAUTION:- Do not loosen the auto-tensioner pulley bolt. (Don't turn it counterclockwise. If turned counterclockwise, the complete auto-tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including pulley.)
- Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
- Confirm tensions of belt at indicator is within the allowable use range. Refer to "CHECKING DRIVE BELTS ".