2003 NISSAN X-TRAIL Electronic Repair Manual

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual FRONT DISC BRAKE
BR-23
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3. Remove union bolts and torque member mounting bolts, and
remove caliper assembly.
4. Remove disc rotor.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
lRefill with new brake

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual BR-24
FRONT DISC BRAKE
2. Using a slotted screwdriver, remove piston seals.
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY
Cylinder Body
CAUTION:
Use new brake fluid to clean. Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual FRONT DISC BRAKE
BR-25
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Thickness Inspection
Using a micrometer, check thickness of the disc rotor. If the thick-
ness is outside the standard, replace the disc rotor.
ASSEMBL

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual BR-26
FRONT DISC BRAKE
2. Use medium brake pedal/foot effort to bring the vehicle to a complete stop from 50 km/h (31 MPH).
Adjust brake pedal/foot pressure such that vehicle stopping time equals 3 to

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual REAR DISC BRAKE
BR-27
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REAR DISC BRAKEPFP:44000
ComponentEFS0017X
WA RN ING:
lClean dust on brake caliper and pad with a vacuum dust collector. Do not blow with compressed
air

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual BR-28
REAR DISC BRAKE
Pad Replacement
EFS0017Z
REMOVAL
CAUTION:
When replacing brake pads, always replace inner shims, outer shims, and shim covers as a set.
1. Remove master cylinder reservoir tank c

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual REAR DISC BRAKE
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Caliper Removal and InstallationEFS00180
REMOVAL
1. Connect a vinyl tube to the air bleeder.
2. Drain brake fluid gradually from air bleeder while depre

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NISSAN X-TRAIL 2003  Electronic Repair Manual BR-30
REAR DISC BRAKE
5. Place a wooden block as shown in the figure. Blow air into union
bolt mounting hole to remove pistons and piston boots.
6. Using a slotted screwdriver, remove piston seals.
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