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BL-334
BODY REPAIR
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Change parts
Rear floor rearDifferential mounting bracket assembly
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BODY REPAIR
BL-335
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REAR SIDE MEMBER EXTENSION
Work after rear panel has been removed.
SIIA2495E
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BL-336
BODY REPAIR
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Change parts
Rear side member extension (LH)
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BR-1
BRAKE SYSTEM
F BRAKES
CONTENTS
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SECTION BR
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BRAKE SYSTEM
PRECAUTIONS .......................................................... 3
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER” .................................................................. 3
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top Cover ..... 3
Precautions for Brake System .................................. 3
PREPARATION ........................................................... 4
Commercial Service Tools ........................................ 4
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH)
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................ 5
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ..................................... 5
BRAKE PEDAL .......................................................... 6
Inspection and Adjustment ....................................... 6
ADJUSTMENT ...................................................... 7
Removal and Installation .......................................... 7
COMPONENTS .................................................... 7
REMOVAL ........................................................
..... 8
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL ......................... 8
INSTALLATION ..................................................... 9
BRAKE FLUID .......................................................... 10
On-Board Inspection .............................................. 10
CHECKING BRAKE FLUID LEVEL .................... 10
Checking Brake Line .............................................. 10
Drain and Refill ....................................................... 10
Bleeding Brake System ........................................... 11
BRAKE TUBE AND HOSE ....................................... 12
Hydraulic Circuit ..................................................... 12
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Tube and
Brake Hose ............................................................ 13
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 13
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Tube and
Brake Hose ............................................................ 13
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 13
INSTALLATION ................................................... 14
Inspection after Installation .................................... 14
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER .................................. 15
On-Board Inspection .............................................. 15
LEAK INSPECTION ............................................ 15
Removal and Installation ........................................ 15REMOVAL ........................................................
... 15
INSTALLATION ................................................... 15
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 16
COMPONENTS ................................................... 16
Disassembly and Assembly .................................... 16
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 16
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 17
BRAKE BOOSTER ................................................... 18
On-Board Inspection and Service ........................... 18
OPERATION CHECK .......................................... 18
AIR TIGHT CHECK ............................................. 18
Removal and Installation ........................................ 19
COMPONENTS ................................................... 19
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 19
INSTALLATION ................................................... 19
VACUUM LINES ....................................................... 21
Components ........................................................... 21
Removal and Installation ........................................ 22
Inspection ............................................................... 22
VISUAL INSPECTION ......................................... 22
CHECK VALVE INSPECTION ............................. 22
FRONT DISC BRAKE ............................................... 23
On-Board Inspection ............................................
... 23
PAD WEAR INSPECTION ................................... 23
Components ........................................................... 23
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad .................. 24
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 24
INSTALLATION ................................................... 24
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly
... 25
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 25
INSTALLATION ................................................... 25
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper
Assembly ................................................................ 26
DISASSEMBLY ................................................... 26
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 26
ASSEMBLY ......................................................... 27
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION ............................... 28
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE ................. 28
REAR DISC BRAKE ................................................. 29
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BR-2Revision: 2006 January2006 M35/M45 On-Board Inspection ............................................ ... 29
PAD WEAR INSPECTION ................................... 29
Components ........................................................... 29
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ................... 30
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 30
INSTALLATION .................................................... 30
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper Assembly
... 31
REMOVAL ........................................................
... 31
INSTALLATION .................................................... 31
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper Assembly ................................................................ 32
DISASSEMBLY .................................................... 32
INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY ................ 32
ASSEMBLY .......................................................... 33
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION ............................... 34
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE ................. 34
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS) ...... 35
General Specifications ......................................... ... 35
Brake Pedal ............................................................ 35
Brake Booster ......................................................... 35
Check Valve ............................................................ 35
Front Disc Brake ..................................................... 35
Rear Disc Brake ...................................................... 36
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PRECAUTIONS
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PRECAUTIONSPFP:00001
Precautions for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) “AIR BAG” and “SEAT
BELT PRE-TENSIONER”
NFS000ON
The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WAR NING :
To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death
in the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be per-
formed by an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to per-
sonal injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air
Bag Module, see the SRS section.
Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or
harness connectors.
Precautions for Procedures without Cowl Top CoverNFS000OO
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precautions for Brake SystemNFS000OP
Clean dust on front brake and rear brake with a vacuum dust collector. Do not blow with compressed air.
Recommended fluid is brake fluid “DOT 3”.
Never reuse drained brake fluid.
Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed
on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
Use clean brake fluid, to clean or wash all parts of master cylinder and disc brake caliper, etc.
Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
Use flare nut torque wrench when installing brake tube.
When installing brake tube and hose, be sure to check torque.
Before working, turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect con-
nectors of ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or battery
cable from the negative terminal.
Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing
rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low
mileage. Refer to BR-28, "
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCE-
DURE" (front disc brake), BR-34, "BRAKE BURNISHING PRO-
CEDURE" (rear disc brake).
WAR NING :
Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with a dust collector.
PIIB3706J
SBR686C
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BR-4
PREPARATION
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PREPARATIONPFP:00002
Commercial Service ToolsNFS000OQ
Tool nameDescription
1. Flare nut crowfoot
a:10 mm (0.39 in) / 12 mm (0.47 in)
2. Torque wrenchInstalling each brake tube and hose
Power toolRemoving front and rear caliper
assembly, tires
Pin punch
Tip diameter: 4 mm (0.16in) dia.Removing and installing reservoir
tank pin
NT360
PBIC0190E
ZZA0515D
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NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS (NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING
BR-5
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NVH Troubleshooting ChartNFS000OR
Use the chart below to help you find the cause of the symptom. If necessary, repair or replace these parts.
: Applicable Reference page
BR-23
, BR-29
BR-23
, BR-29
BR-23
, BR-29
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BR-28
, BR-34
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BR-28
, BR-34
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NVH in PR section
NHV in RFD section
NVH in FAX, RAX and FSU, RSU section
NVH in WT section
NVH in WT section
NVH in RAX section
NVH in PS section
Possible cause and
SUSPECTED PARTS
Pads - damaged
Pads - uneven wear
Shims damaged
Rotor imbalance
Rotor damage
Rotor runout
Rotor deformation
Rotor deflection
Rotor rust
Rotor thickness variation
Drum out of round
PROPELLER SHAFT
DIFFERENTIAL
AXLE AND SUSPENSION
TIRES
ROAD WHEEL
DRIVE SHAFT
STEERING
Symptom BRAKENoiseShake
Shimmy, Judder