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When shoul i change the timing belt on my nis sentra 88

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There are two engines that the 2002 Sentra can come with and they both use a timing chain (not belt). So the answer is "you don't change it".

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Anywhere between 60,000 and 80,000 miles should do.

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1996 Nissan/Datsun Sentra 1.6L SFI DOHC 4cyl

Nissan Sentra/Pulsar/NX 1982-1996 Repair Guide
The alternators for Pulsar and Sentra have not changed much over the years. However, the 1987-88 alternators for Pulsar and Sentra have a different internal diode assembly.
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  2. Disconnect the 2 lead wires and connector from the alternator.
  3. Loosen the drive belt adjusting bolt and remove the belt.
  4. Unscrew the alternator attaching bolts and remove the alternator from the vehicle.
To install:
  1. Install the alternator and retaining bolts loosely.
  2. Install the belt and connect the wiring.
  3. Adjust the belt as outlined in . Torque the retaining bolts to 25 ft. lbs. (34 Nm).

I hope help you with this (rated this help).
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