Nissan versa HR15DE MR18DE DRIVE BELTS
Component
Checking Drive Belts
WARNING:
Be sure to perform this step when the engine is stopped.
● Make sure that the indicator (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use
range (A).
NOTE:
● Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
● When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (B). Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
● If the indicator (notch on fixed side) is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive belt.
Tension Adjustment
Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Hold the hexagonal part (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner (1) with a wrench securely. Then move the wrench handle in the direc¬tion of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).
CAUTION:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
2. Insert a rod such as short-length screwdriver approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter into the hole (B) of the retaining boss to fix drive belt auto-tensioner.
3. Remove drive belt.
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1.
A.
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Alternator
A/C compressor
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2.
5. B.
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Drive belt
auto–tensioner Water pump
Range when new drive belt
is installed
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3.
6. C.
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Crankshaft pulley Drive
belt Indicator
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Checking Drive Belts
WARNING:
Be sure to perform this step when the engine is stopped.
● Make sure that the indicator (notch on fixed side) of drive belt auto-tensioner is within the possible use
range (A).
NOTE:
● Check the drive belt auto-tensioner indication when the engine is cold.
● When new drive belt is installed, the indicator (notch on fixed side) should be within the range (B). Visually check entire drive belt for wear, damage or cracks.
● If the indicator (notch on fixed side) is out of the possible use range or belt is damaged, replace drive belt.
Tension Adjustment
Belt tension is not necessary, as it is automatically adjusted by drive belt auto-tensioner.
Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
1. Hold the hexagonal part (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner (1) with a wrench securely. Then move the wrench handle in the direc¬tion of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).
CAUTION:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
2. Insert a rod such as short-length screwdriver approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter into the hole (B) of the retaining boss to fix drive belt auto-tensioner.
3. Remove drive belt.
INSTALLATION
1. Hold the hexagonal part (A) of drive belt auto-tensioner (1) with a box wrench securely. Then move the wrench handle in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner).
CAUTION:
Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off.
2. Insert a rod such as short-length screwdriver approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter into the hole (B) of retaining boss to fix drive belt auto-tensioner.
3. Install drive belt.
CAUTION:
● Confirm drive belt is completely set to pulleys.
● Check for engine oil, working fluid and engine coolant are not adhered to drive belt and each pulley groove.
4. Release drive belt auto-tensioner, and apply tension to drive belt.
5. Turn crankshaft pulley clockwise several times to equalize tension between each pulley.
6. Confirm tension of drive belt at indicator (notch on fixed side) is within the possible use range. Refer to EM-13, "Checking Drive Belts" .
