Your Nissans motor depends on various complicated, interconnected components that get you the characteristic Nissan Versa drive you cant live without. Some parts are linked by a series of belts, and one of the most important belts is the Serpentine Belt.
Your Nissan Serpentine Belt is a sturdy, continual belt that transmits power through and to the alternator, power steering pump, car A/C compressor, and, in some models, water pump. Some refer to the Serpentine Belt as the accessory or fan belt because it engages your Nissan engines peripheral devices. However, you shouldnt underestimate its importance.
Nissan Serpentine Belts are typically made of reinforced rubber engineered to withstand the friction and heat involved in transferring energy from one engine component to the next. But, like all good things, even Serpentine Belts dont last forever!
Serpentine Belts can tear or crack with age, or they can malfunction if they become soaked due to coolant or oil leaks. They can also lose alignment, slip, or lack tension, because of faulty tensioners, which may result in needing to replace both the tensioner and the Serpentine Belt, or re-adjusting the belt, depending on its condition. Common signs of Serpentine Belt issues include: rattling or squealing sounds coming from the engine, subpar air conditioning or steering capabilities, an overheated engine, and apparent signs of wear like cracks on the belt.
Generally, your Nissans Serpentine Belt is supposed to last hundreds or thousands of miles, but its life can be cut short due to lack of maintenance, oil leaks, and other issues. You should get your Serpentine Belt inspected when you change your oil, or get a professional inspection from a Nissan service center in your area.
The process of replacing your Nissan Serpentine Belt is dependent on the tensioner mechanism in your Nissan. Consequently, its best to check your Nissans manual before replacing the Serpentine Belt yourself.
In most cases, youll need a Serpentine Belt thats designed to fit your model and year, and a specialized belt-tensioning tool. Note that if your Nissan relies on a manual or hydraulic tensioner for the Serpentine Belt, visiting your nearest Nissan service center is advisable.
When youre ready to get started, snap a photo of your belts current placement and of how it winds around the motors different parts. Then, use a ratchet to release the tensioner and gently unwind the Serpentine Belt, taking care not to mess with any accessories.
Once the old Serpentine Belt is out, inspect it for signs of coolant or motor oil leaks, tears, and breakage to pinpoint issues that go beyond-the-belt! Thread the new Serpentine Belt back into place and release the tensioner, adequately tightening it with a wrench. Lastly, crank the engine and allow it to idle while inspecting operation to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Whether you decide to replace your Nissan Serpentine Belt at home or get professional replacement services at your local Nissan service center, ensuring proper fitment of all your replacement parts is crucial. Order genuine Serpentine Belts made for your Nissan model and year directly from the manufacturer itself! Purchase a new Nissan Serpentine Belt guaranteed to fit your Nissan Versa Note 2014-2018 and Nissan Versa 2012-2019. See the What This Fits tab for more details.
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