2009 Rogue.
Back again and wanting some more info... before taking a leap off the deep end ( many part changes).

1) I plan to replace the belt tensioner and idler pulley. When I checked the space, it looks like it may be not enough room to remove the bolt from the idler pulley.
Has anyone removed the bolt from the idler pulley without having to shift the engine to make room? Or is there a trick?

2) The Chilton manual says to change the oil every 3,000 miles. Is this true? I have 4 other cars and they are changed every 4,000-7,000 miles.
4,000 if it is city driving or 7,000 if it 50% or more highway driving.

3) The rear door button is gummy. Whenever I put my hand under the button to open the door, my fingers stick to the rubber.
I tried using Windex to clean it off and it didn't work. I am thinking about ammonia, but not sure if it will hurt the rubber.
I checked and a new one is about $130 - not worth it. Does anyone have any idea what I can clean it with?
I doubt is it something someone else put on it, I think it just just gummy from age.

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That being said.

1). I think someone has, but I don't recall the details.

2).The topic of oil changes has been covered extensively. Follow the owner's manual.
CHATROOM: Engine Oil & Filter (schedule, type, etc)
That's found under this heading...
08-13 ROGUE DIY REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE, FAQ & INFO, TIPS, etc

3). Goo Gone. Sold in plastic bottles. Very inexpensive and is sold everywhere. Do NOT confuse it with Goof-Off which is sold in a metal can. That stuff will eat the rubber and damage your car's finish.

I apologize... still learning here. Next time I will keep topics separate.

Answers to #2 and #3 sound good. thanks for the info!

Guess I will need to just give it a try and see how it goes on #1.

Rockhoundrob wrote: ↑

Mon Aug 24, 2020 10:01 am

2009 Rogue.
Back again and wanting some more info... before taking a leap off the deep end ( many part changes).

1) I plan to replace the belt tensioner and idler pulley. When I checked the space, it looks like it may be not enough room to remove the bolt from the idler pulley.
Has anyone removed the bolt from the idler pulley without having to shift the engine to make room? Or is there a trick?

You'll need to remove the inner fender cover. It's held on by a bunch of locking plastic plastic push-pins. I suggest you you get a bag of these, then you won't have to worry about breaking any. Look here:
https://smile.amazon.com/100pcs-Nissan- ... ive&sr=1-5

After the cover is removed (or folded back to gain access) you'll have plenty of room - with the tire off, of course.

Thanks phmichel, I'll give that a try. Will be a few weeks before I get to it.
I have about 12 things to order (RockAuto), then start tackling them one at a time.