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1999 Nissan Sentra Repair Question


Topics covered: Water pump, Power steering, Power steering pump.
Mileage: 166,873 miles.

Asked on November 26, 2012

Nissan Sentra Water pump Problem

Hi
I'm currnetly doing a service on my car so i need to change the water pump, alternetor & AC compressor belts
I managed to release the alternator & ac belt . but the water pump belt wont move.
I would like to ask how do you remove the water pump belt on my car
we released the the lock nut and the bracket but
the belt will not losen

is there another nut or bolt hidden some where that we need to losen
its a south african moddel nissan sentra 1999 160si

Thanks

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Answer

Replied on November 26, 2012

After loosening the adjusting bolt at power steering pump, the pump should be able to be moved inwards to release the tension on the belt.
Pull hard at the belt. Losen the power steering pump lower bolt if necessary.

Tiny Answered by KHLow2008 (expert)
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