Frontier XE King Cab 2WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (2001)
Timing Belt: Service and Repair
CAUTION:
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Do not bend or twist timing belt.
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After removing timing belt, do not turn crankshaft and camshaft separately because valves will strike piston heads.
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Make sure that timing belt, camshaft sprocket, crankshaft sprocket and belt tensioner are clean and free from oil and water.
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Installation should be carried out when engine is cold.
Removal
1. Remove engine under cover.
2. Drain engine coolant from radiator.
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Be careful not to spill coolant on drive belts.
3. Remove radiator.
4. Remove engine cooling fan and water pump pulley.
5. Remove the following belts:
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Power steering pump drive belt
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Compressor drive belt
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Alternator drive belt
6. Remove all spark plugs.
7. Remove distributor protector.
8. Remove compressor drive belt idler bracket.
9. Remove fresh-air intake tube for rocker cover.