Inspection After Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Nissan Titan XD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect the drive belt for reuse.
- Measure the clearance between the drive belt auto-tensioner spring case (1) and the drive belt auto-tensioner arm (2) to verify drive belt auto-tensioner wear-out and uneven bearing wear. If the clearance at the measurement point (A) exceeds 3 mm (0.12 in) at any point, the drive belt auto-tensioner is damaged and must be replaced as a complete assembly.NOTE:
- Drive belt auto-tensioner generally show a larger clearance gap (A) near the lower portion of the spring case, resulting in the upper portion rubbing against the tensioner arm.
- Always replace the drive belt when a drive belt auto-tensioner is replaced. However, it is not always necessary to replace a drive belt auto-tensioner when a drive belt is replaced.
- Inspect the drive belt auto-tensioner for evidence of the tensioner arm contacting the tensioner cap. If there is evidence of the two areas making contact (A), the pivot tube bushing has malfunctioned and the drive belt auto-tensioner must be replaced.
- With the belt removed, verify that the drive belt auto-tensioner arm stop is in contact (A) with the spring case stop. If they are not touching (B), the drive belt auto-tensioner must be replaced.