Wobbly idler pulley. Should I replace it? Video
#1
Wobbly idler pulley. Should I replace it? Video
I have a 2000 Maxima with ~130k. The idler pulley is slightly wobbly. It's been like this for about 4 months and I haven't had any issues so far, but does it need to be replaced? Am I running any risks driving 90miles/day?
Thank you for any input
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10wX...IAjQi-19dejiLw
Thank you for any input
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=10wX...IAjQi-19dejiLw
#2
Absolutely yes, replace it. It may not be all that bad at the moment, but guaranteed it will get worse.
When it self destructs, it probably won't damage much but without an alternator, you can't drive 90 miles and you will be a roadside attraction.
When it self destructs, it probably won't damage much but without an alternator, you can't drive 90 miles and you will be a roadside attraction.
#7
In my experience owning Maxima's (97, 03, 10) the aftermarket parts work but can cause problems later. I've had to replace aftermarket parts such as alternators, radiators, O2 sensors and starters with OEM because they failed prematurely. Based on those experiences if the part is one that can leave me stranded I strictly use OEM. Plus the idler pulley is a key part that can cause damage to other things if it fails at speed.
#9
I guess it depends on who makes the part itself. My 97 SE had 130k miles on it and I replaced the starter and it went out 2 months later. My 03 SE had 120k on it and I had to replace the after market alternator that my shop got from Advance Auto 3x because it didn't put out enough power for the charging system. I also had a problem with an aftermarket radiator on my 03 as well. It lasted one year before the seams gave out and it started leaking again. From that point on I spend a little more for the OEM part whenever it's a major component.
#11
GRRR I replaced the idler pulley today but it is still wobbling. I actually installed it several times trying to figure out what is causing the issue. On my last attempt I removed everything, including the bracket attaching the assembly to the car, and very carefully put everything back together. I've been using a diagram from courtesy nissan to make sure I assemble everything in the correct order. The current assembly is bolt, bracket, washer, adjuster bolt, 1/4" spacer, dust shield, pulley, washer, nut. I tried several combinations but no difference. Is there anything else that might be causing this issue?
Thanks again for all your help.
New pulley:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjtP...IAjQi-19dejiLw
Thanks again for all your help.
New pulley:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XjtP...IAjQi-19dejiLw
#12
Check the rubber on the harmonic balancer.
Maybe it's cracking and about to separate.
I'm assuming your year has this possibility because it's still a 3.0 and 4th gens have this problem and share that motor other than the oovi.
Maybe it's cracking and about to separate.
I'm assuming your year has this possibility because it's still a 3.0 and 4th gens have this problem and share that motor other than the oovi.
#13
Now that you mention it I remember the harmonic balancer went on my previous 2k maxima and it caused the belt to snap. It didn't occur to me that it might cause the idler pulley to wobble. I'll inspect it soon as I get a chance, thanks.
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