How do I know if my 1996 Nissan Maxima needs a new Serpentine Belt?

Asked by Fred Apr 01, 2014 at 01:57 PM about the 1996 Nissan Maxima SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

The car has been squealing when started, and now battery dies before I can get it started.

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Fred answered 10 years ago

I tightened the tensioner. This seems to have done the trick, However, I intend to replace the belt, if needed or not. When doing this I will check the pulleys.

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