Pathfinder 4WD V6-3.3L (VG33E) (1996)
Timing Belt Alignment Marks
(1) Align white lines on timing belt with punchmarks on camshaft sprockets and crankshaft sprocket.
(2) Point arrow on timing belt toward front belt cover.
(3) Number of teeth.
5. Loosen tensioner lock nut, keeping tensioner steady with hexagon wrench.
6. Turn tensioner 70 to 80 degrees clockwise with hexagon wrench, and temporarily tighten lock nut.
7. Turn crankshaft clockwise at least 2 times then slowly set No.1 piston at T.D.C. on its compression stroke.
8. Push middle of timing belt between R.H. camshaft sprocket and tensioner pulley with force of 98 N (10 kg, 22 lbs.).
9. Loosen tensioner lock nut keeping tensioner steady with hexagon wrench.