How to remove and install a crankshaft pulley on 3.5L V6 Nissan Frontier?

Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Block the rear wheels and set the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the lower splash shield if equipped. Remove the engine cooling fan and the fan shroud. Remove the drivebelts. Remove the crankshaft position sensor from the front liming chain cover. Use a strap wrench around the crankshaft pulley to hold it while using a breaker bar and socket to remove the crankshaft pulley center bolt. Use a strap wrench to hold the crankshaft pulley while removing the center bolt. A chain-type wrench may be used if you wrap a section of old drivebelt around the crankshaft pulley first. Wedge a prybar or two screwdrivers behind the crankshaft pulley and carefully pry it off the crankshaft. If the pulley is difficult to remove, place a two jaw type puller into the openings in the center of the hub and pull it off. Do not place the puller jaws around the outside of the crankshaft pulley or damage to the pulley will occur. Depending on the type of puller you have it may also be necessary to remove the radiator to gain sufficient clearance to use the puller. To install the crankshaft pulley align the pulley groove with the key on the crankshaft and slide the pulley onto the crankshaft. Install the crankshaft pulley retaining bolt and tighten it to the specific torque. The remainder of installation is the reverse of the removal.

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Nissan Frontier Sprocket-Crankshaft
Part Number: 13021-7Y000
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Gear
- Manufacturer Note: HITACHI FUNMATSU
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2019 Nissan Frontier | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 4.0L | VQ40DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-5S700
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- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2000-2004 Nissan Frontier | SC | 6 Cyl 3.3L | VG33E
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Nissan Frontier Sprocket-Crankshaft
Part Number: 13021-0W000
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Gear, Sprocket, Timing Gear Set
- Manufacturer Note: MAKE USA 32 DIAMETER
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier | SC, SE, XE | 6 Cyl 3.3L | VG33E
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-JA00A
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- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Replaced by: 12303-JA01A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2013 Nissan Frontier | S, SE, SV, XE | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-EA21B
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- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Replaces: 12303-EA21A, 12303-EA200
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2019 Nissan Frontier | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 4.0L | VQ40DE
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Nissan Frontier Sprocket-Crankshaft
Part Number: 13021-4JM0A
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Gear
- Replaces: 13021-6N20A, 13021-EA00A, 13021-EA000, 13021-8J000
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2019 Nissan Frontier | S, SE, SV, XE | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-8J000
$87.76 MSRP: $123.95
You Save: $36.19 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft
- Replaced by: 12303-JA01A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2007 Nissan Frontier | XE | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-EA21A
$303.72 MSRP: $428.98
You Save: $125.26 (30%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft
- Replaced by: 12303-EA21B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2013 Nissan Frontier | LE, Off-Road, PRO-4X, S, SE, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 4.0L | VQ40DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-3TA0C
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- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Manufacturer Note: REFERENCE PARALLE
- Replaced by: 12303-3TA1A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2019 Nissan Frontier | S, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-3TA0A
$297.27 MSRP: $419.87
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Replaced by: 12303-3TA1A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2012-2015 Nissan Frontier | S, SV | 4 Cyl 2.5L | QR25DE
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Nissan Frontier Sprocket-Crankshaft
Part Number: 13021-9BM0A
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Gear
- Manufacturer Note: FFV
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2016-2019 Nissan Frontier | PRO-4X, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 4.0L | VQ40DE
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-EA200
$303.72 MSRP: $428.98
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft
- Replaced by: 12303-EA21B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2005-2006 Nissan Frontier | LE, SE | 6 Cyl 4.0L | VQ40DE
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Nissan Frontier PULLEY-CRANKSHF
Part Number: 12303-9BT1A
$344.76 MSRP: $486.95
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- Other Name: Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Replaces: 12303-9BT0A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2020-2025 Nissan Frontier | Hardbody Edition, PRO-4X, PRO-X, S, SL, SV | 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-4S100
$221.70 MSRP: $313.13
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft; Crankshaft Pulley, Pulley
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier | SE, XE | 6 Cyl 3.3L | VG33E
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Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley
Part Number: 12303-3S500
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Pulley-Crankshaft
- Replaced by: 12303-9WA0A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Nissan's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier | SE, STD, XE | 4 Cyl 2.4L | KA24DE

Nissan Frontier Crankshaft Pulley

The Crankshaft Pulley is a wheel that attaches directly to the engine's crankshaft and transfers force for the serpentine belt in the Nissan Frontier. A Crankshaft Pulley is a component that transfers engine torque to units. These include the alternator, power steering pump, and air conditioning compressor. The result is charging, steering, and cooling motion respectively. Simultaneously, the part serves as a harmonic balancer whose mass and rubber ring absorb crankshaft vibrations and prevent any noise from occurring while also prolonging the lifespan of components. The Crankshaft Pulley in the general component drive arrangement performs work with the tensioner, idler pulleys, and belt to maintain consistent alignment and belt tension to support quiet running and reduce wear. A sound Crankshaft Pulley helps prevent belt slip that might cut alternator output, weaken battery charge, or cause squealing. The Crankshaft Pulley may be a minor part in the eyes of Nissan owners. However, it is crucial for reliable Frontier component performance and smooth Nissan engine operation in varied Frontier driving conditions on the road.

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Q: How to remove and install a crankshaft pulley on 3.5L V6 Nissan Frontier?
A:
Disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery. Block the rear wheels and set the parking brake. Raise the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jackstands. Remove the lower splash shield if equipped. Remove the engine cooling fan and the fan shroud. Remove the drivebelts. Remove the crankshaft position sensor from the front liming chain cover. Use a strap wrench around the crankshaft pulley to hold it while using a breaker bar and socket to remove the crankshaft pulley center bolt. Use a strap wrench to hold the crankshaft pulley while removing the center bolt. A chain-type wrench may be used if you wrap a section of old drivebelt around the crankshaft pulley first. Wedge a prybar or two screwdrivers behind the crankshaft pulley and carefully pry it off the crankshaft. If the pulley is difficult to remove, place a two jaw type puller into the openings in the center of the hub and pull it off. Do not place the puller jaws around the outside of the crankshaft pulley or damage to the pulley will occur. Depending on the type of puller you have it may also be necessary to remove the radiator to gain sufficient clearance to use the puller. To install the crankshaft pulley align the pulley groove with the key on the crankshaft and slide the pulley onto the crankshaft. Install the crankshaft pulley retaining bolt and tighten it to the specific torque. The remainder of installation is the reverse of the removal.