Engine Belts Shot after 27K Miles???

[brickz52]

Sup Rogue Forum! I have been pushing my 2011 Rogue S AWD for over two years now, and really have not had any mechanical problems. I always stay on schedule with maintenance/oil changes etc, and only bring it in to Nissan for service. However, just as I broke 27K miles last week, the engine belts started screaching when I accelerate everytime. Is this normal for such little mileage on a new car? How much do replacement belts cost? What kind of labor costs as well? Just want to makes sure there is not a more serious issue that lies below, and do not want to get ripped off fixing it either.

Thanks!

Greg

[dtam83]

If it's the serpentine belt, it should last 100,000 miles. I did just replace the one on my Altima. The belt itself only costs $20 or so and labor will run you about $80 at an independent mechanic. Since it's still under warranty, maybe have the dealership diagnose it for you first?

[kerrton]

dtam is right, the one and only serpetine belt is a cheap item, and is about a 30 min job to change if you know what you're doing.

The sound of slipping worn belt is quite alarming, but its not a big deal, just change the belt and you'll be good to go. 27,000 miles/2 years is quite early for the belt to need replacing, but there are so many factors that affect this that I would suggest just changing it and be happy your car is running well and reliably. Chances are you just got a bad one, have a look at it and see if you notice cracking, if so the rubber is dried out and needs to be replaced. If you leave it too long the belt could snap and you will be left stranded in an instant, requiring a tow to the garage and a lot lost time, not to mention cost.

[ImStricken06]

welcome aboard!!

I broke 27K miles last week, the engine belts started screaching when I accelerate everytime.

loose belt

Is this normal for such little mileage on a new car?

no. something got loose: tensioner, alternator mount, or the belt stretched.

How much do replacement belts cost? What kind of labor costs as well?

i think your warranty should cover this.

[Leo2005]

27k miles? Go to the dealership to get it done w/o your wallet.

The belt itself only costs $20 or so and labor will run you about $80 at an independent mechanic,

Small correction. Some "Duralast" brand or something like that was $45 in autozone and $50 oem on ebay. So it is pointless to get aftermarket one. Took me about 1.5 hours to replace the belt but I wasn't rushing/challenging so maybe that's why it took a little longer. I thought I made some pics while changing it but can't find it right now.

[dtam83]

27k miles? Go to the dealership to get it done w/o your wallet.

The belt itself only costs $20 or so and labor will run you about $80 at an independent mechanic,

Small correction. Some "Duralast" brand or something like that was $45 in autozone and $50 oem on ebay. So it is pointless to get aftermarket one. Took me about 1.5 hours to replace the belt but I wasn't rushing/challenging so maybe that's why it took a little longer. I thought I made some pics while changing it but can't find it right now.

ok, it is $50. funny how that is when the altima was for $20 and it's the same engine.

[Rogue One]

ok, it is $50. funny how that is when the altima was for $20 and it's the same engine.

Nissan part 19190771 http://www.jcwhitney.com/2008-2011-niss ... 011j1.jcwx $25.88
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/searc ... e=AC+Delco $27.08
http://www.oehq.com/oeparts_ACD6K711.htm $21.97
http://www.drivewire.com/vehicle/2007-n ... tine-belt/ $19.55

[Leo2005]

Actually Nissan OEM part seems to be 11720-JG30A
http://www.everythingnissan.com/Item-1- ... 743790.htm
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2008-2012-Nissa ... 4e&vxp=mtr

[Rogue One]

Actually Nissan OEM part seems to be 11720-JG30A
http://www.everythingnissan.com/Item-1- ... 743790.htm
http://www.ebay.com/itm/2008-2012-Nissa ... 4e&vxp=mtr

It looks like the number I posted is a GENERAL MOTORS OE number. Nissan has two corresponding numbers 11720-JG30A and 11720-ET80A. The belt is used for Nissan vehicles with the QR25DE engine, which includes the Altima, Rogue, and Sentra. Oh, and it fits GM's '92 Olds Cutlas Supreme. Go figure!