1997 Nissan Altima Service and Repair Manual

This factory service and repair manual for the 1997 Nissan Altima is built around the 2.4L four-cylinder (KA24DE) as it left the factory for this specific year, so the torque values, wiring routes, and diagnostic steps inside match your car rather than a generic Altima writeup spanning multiple model years.

Engines covered

• 2.4L inline-four — DOHC, naturally aspirated, gasoline

Body styles covered

• 4-door sedan

Trims covered

• GLE
• GXE
• SE
• XE

Known issues on the 1997 Altima. Three recalls are on federal record for this model year, all tied to aftermarket replacement parts rather than original factory equipment. The first covers front strut mounts sold as replacement equipment that were missing a required weld between the bearing housing and rate plate, letting the strut come out of its mounting position under extreme driving and increasing crash risk. The second covers replacement corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold without amber side reflectors, which can leave the vehicle poorly illuminated. The third covers replacement seat belt buckle assemblies with an improperly heat-treated buckle base, which can fail to restrain an occupant in a collision. Owners have filed 117 complaints for the year. The factory diagnostic and repair procedures behind each of those systems are here.

Whether you're inspecting front suspension, verifying lighting and restraint hardware, or working through a routine service interval, it keeps you on the OEM procedure and correct specification for your specific 1997 Altima.