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Unit: mm (in)
*1: Fuel, engine coolant, and lubricants are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in designated positions.
CANADA
Unit: mm (in)
*1: Fuel, engine coolant, and lubricants are full. Spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats are in designated positions.
Brake SpecificationsINFOID:0000000010112414
Unit: mm (in)
Engine
QR25DE VQ35DE
Tire size 215/60R16 215/55R17 235/45R18
Front (Hf) 708 (27.87) 711 (27.99) 714 (28.11)
Rear (Hr) 706 (27.80) 709 (27.91) 711 (27.99)
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Tire size 215/60R16215/55R17 235/45R18
Front (Hf) 707 (27.83)710 (27.95) 715 (28.15)
Rear (Hr) 706 (27.80)710 (27.95) 712 (28.03)
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Front brakeCylinder bore diameter
57.2 (2.252)
Pad length × width × thickness 114 × 47 × 10 (4.488 × 1.850 × 0.394)
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 296 × 26 (11.654 × 1.024)
Rear brake Cylinder bore diameter
34.93 (1.375)
Pad length × width × thickness 83 × 33 × 8.5 (3.268 × 1.299 × 0.335)
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 292 × 9 (11.496 × 0.354)
Master cylinder Cylinder bore diameter 25 (0.984)
Control valve Valve model Electric brake force distribution
Brake booster Diaphragm diameter 280 (11)
Recommended brake fluid DOT 3
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Fluids and Lubricants
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Description Capacity (Approximate)
Metric US measure Imp measure
Fuel QR25DE
68 18 gal
15 gal
VQ35DE
Engine oil
Drain and refill With oil filter
change
QR25DE
4.6 4-7/8 qt
4 qt
VQ35DE 4.8 5-1/8 qt
4-1/4 qt
Without oil fil-
ter change QR25DE
4.3 4-1/2 qt
3-3/4 qt
VQ35DE 4.5 4-3/4 qt
4 qt
Dry engine
(engine overhaul) QR25DE
5.4 5-3/4 qt
4-3/4 qt
VQ35DE 5.3 5-5/8 qt
4-5/8 qt
Cooling system
(with reservoir tank
at MAX level) QR25DE
7.9 8-3/8 qt
7 qt
VQ35DE 9.2 9-3/4 qt
8-1/8 qt
CVT fluid RE0F10D
7.4 7-7/8 qt
6-1/2 qt
RE0F10E 8.2 8-5/8 qt
7-1/4 qt
Power steering fluid (E-PSF) 1.1 1-1/8 qt
1 qt
Brake fluid ———
Multi-purpose grease ———
Windshield washer fluid 4.5 4-3/4 qt
4 qt
Air conditioner system refrigerant 0.525 ± 0.025 kg 1.158 ± 0.055 lb 1.158 ± 0.055 lb
Air conditioner system oil 150 m5.1 fl oz
5.3 fl oz
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BRAKE SYSTEM
PRECAUTION ................ ...............................3
PRECAUTIONS .............................................. .....3
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ............................................................. ......
3
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top Cover ......3
Precaution for Brake System ....................................3
PREPARATION ............................................5
PREPARATION .............................................. .....5
Special Service Tool ........................................... ......5
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................5
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ..............................6
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING ........................ .....
6
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ................................ ......6
BASIC INSPECTION ....................................7
BRAKE PEDAL .............................................. .....7
Inspection ............................................................ ......7
BRAKE FLUID .....................................................8
Inspection ............................................................ ......8
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ........................ .....9
Inspection ............................................................ ......9
On Board Inspection .................................................9
BRAKE BOOSTER ............................................10
Inspection ............................................................ ....10
FRONT DISC BRAKE .................................... ....11
BRAKE PAD .......................................................... ....11
BRAKE PAD : Inspection ........................................11
DISC ROTOR ......................................................... ....11
DISC ROTOR : Inspection ......................................11
REAR DISC BRAKE .........................................12
BRAKE PAD .......................................................... ....12
BRAKE PAD : Inspection .........................................12
DISC ROTOR ......................................................... ....12
DISC ROTOR : Inspection .......................................12
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE ........................13
BRAKE PEDAL ................................ .................13
Inspection and Adjustment .................................. ....13
BRAKE FLUID ................................. .................14
Drain and Refill .................................................... ....14
Bleeding Brake System ...........................................14
FRONT DISC BRAKE .......................................16
Brake Burnishing ................................................. ....16
REAR DISC BRAKE .........................................17
Brake Burnishing ................................................. ....17
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ...............18
BRAKE PEDAL ................................ .................18
Exploded View ..................................................... ....18
Removal and Installation .........................................18
BRAKE PIPING ................................ .................20
FRONT ................................................................... ....20
FRONT : Exploded View .........................................20
FRONT : Hydraulic Piping .......................................21
FRONT : Removal and Installation ..........................21
REAR ..................................................................... ....23
REAR : Exploded View ............................................23
REAR : Hydraulic Piping ..........................................24
REAR : Removal and Installation ............................24
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ..........................26
Exploded View .........................................................26
Removal and Installation .........................................26
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PRECAUTIONSBR-3
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PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “A IR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severi ty of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. Information necessary to service t he system safely is included in the SR and SB section of
this Service Manual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoper ative, 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 performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including in correct removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional act ivation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SR section.
• Do not use electrical test equipm ent on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identi fied by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Un it or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or el ectric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor( s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers , always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery and wait at least three mi nutes before performing any service.
Precaution for Procedure without Cowl Top CoverINFOID:0000000009463677
When performing the procedure after removing cowl top cover, cover
the lower end of windshield with urethane, etc.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000009463678
WARNING:
Clean any dust from the front brake and rear brake wi th a vacuum dust collector. Never blow with com-
pressed air.
CAUTION:
• Brake fluid use. Refer to MA-11, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubricants"
.
• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
• Do not spill or splash brake fluid on painted su rfaces. Brake fluid may seriously damage paint. Wipe
it off immediately and wash with wa ter if it gets on a painted surface.
• Always clean with new brake fluid when cleaning th e master cylinder, brake caliper and other com-
ponents.
• Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or light oil to clean. They may damage rubber parts and
cause improper operation.
• Always loosen the brake tube flar e nut with a flare nut wrench.
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BR-4
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PRECAUTIONS
• Tighten the brake tube flare nut to the specified torque with
crowfoot (A) and torque wrench (B).
• Always confirm the specified ti ghtening torque when install-
ing the brake pipes.
• Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the ABS actuator
and electric unit (control unit) connector or the battery nega-
tive terminal before performing the work.
• Check that no brake fluid leakage is present after replacing the parts.
• Burnish the brake contact surf aces after refinishing or replac-
ing rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at
very low mileage.
- Front brake: refer to BR-16, "Brake Burnishing"
.
- Rear brake: refer to BR-17, "Brake Burnishing"
.
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BR-8
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BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
InspectionINFOID:0000000009463683
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
• Make sure that the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank is betweenthe MAX and MIN lines.
• Visually check around the reservoir tank for brake fluid leakage.
• If the brake fluid level is excessively low, check the brake system for leakage.
• If brake warning lamp remains illuminated after parking brake pedal is released, check the brake system for brake fluid leakage.
BRAKE LINE
1. Check brake line (tubes and hoses) for cracks, deterioration or other damage. Replace any damaged
parts.
2. Check for brake fluid leakage by depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg-f, 177 lb-f) for approximately 5 seconds
while engine is running.
CAUTION:
If brake fluid leakage occurs around joints, retighten or
replace damaged parts as necessary.
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BRAKE MASTER CYLINDERBR-9
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InspectionINFOID:0000000009463684
Check for brake fluid leakage at the following areas:
• Master cylinder mounting face
• Reservoir tank mounting face
• Brake tube and brake tube connections
• Brake hose and brake hose connections
If any brake fluid leakage is found, repair as necessary.
On Board InspectionINFOID:0000000009463685
LEAK INSPECTION
Check for leaks in the master cylinder installation surf ace, reservoir tank installation surface, and brake pipe
and hose connections.
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BR-14
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BRAKE FLUID
BRAKE FLUID
Drain and RefillINFOID:0000000009463692
CAUTION:
• Do not spill or splash brake fluid on painted surf aces. Brake fluid may damage paint. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
• Prior to repair, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) connector or negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-73, "Removal and Installation (Battery)"
.
• Refill brake system with new brake fluid. Refer to MA-11, "FOR USA AND CANADA : Fluids and
Lubricants".
• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
DRAINING
1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect ABS actuat or and electric unit (control unit) connector or nega-
tive battery terminal. Refer to PG-73, "Removal and Installation (Battery)"
.
2. Connect a vinyl tube to bleeder valve.
3. Depress brake pedal, loosen bleeder valve, and gradually remove brake fluid.
REFILLING
1. Make sure no foreign material is in the reservoir, and refill withnew brake fluid.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
2. Refill the brake system as follows: • Depress the brake pedal.
• Loosen bleeder valve.
• Slowly depress brake pedal to 2/3 of the brake pedal full
stroke.
• Tighten bleeder valve.
• Release brake pedal.
Repeat this operation at intervals of two or three seconds until
all old brake fluid is discharged. Add new brake flui d to master cylinder reservoir sub tank frequently.
CAUTION:
Do not allow master cylinder reservoir to empt y as this may cause damage to master cylinder
internal components.
3. Bleed the air out of the brake hydraulic system. Refer to BR-14, "Bleeding Brake System"
.
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BLEEDING BRAKE SYSTEM
CAUTION:
• While bleeding, pay attention to master cylinder fluid level.
• Prior to repair, turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect the ABS actuator and electric unit (control
unit) connector or negative battery terminal. Refer to PG-73, "Removal and Installation (Battery)"
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1. Connect a vinyl tube to rear right brake caliper bleeder valve.
2. Fully depress brake pedal ten times.
3. With brake pedal depressed, loosen bleeder valve to bleed air in brake line, and then tighten it immedi-
ately.
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