When to replace the Brake Calipers on your NISSAN QASHQAI
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake caliper : 100000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.6 dCi Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.6 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 2.0 Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 2.0, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.6 CVTC View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

Tools
Replacement: brake caliper – NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Combination spanner №12
Combination spanner №14
Drive socket # 12
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Hammer
Crow bar
Fluid container
Brake hose clip
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake caliper – NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right brake calipers on the same axle.
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Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the bonnet.
    Step 2
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    Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 3
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 4
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  4. Step 5
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 6
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E)
  5. Step 7
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the fastener attaching the brake hose to the shock strut. Use a crowbar. Use a hammer.
  7. Step 9
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    Detach the brake hose from the shock strut.
  8. Step 10
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    Clean the area where the brake hose is connected to the caliper, and the guide pins area. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E). Tip from AUTODOC:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  9. Step 11
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    Put a container for gathering brake fluid beneath.
  10. Step 12
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    Clamp the brake hose off using a brake hose clamp.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake hose from the brake caliper. Use a drive socket #12. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  13. Step 15
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    When replacing the brake caliper, it is recommended to check the brake hose for damages and, if necessary, to replace it with a new one. When replacing a brake caliper it is recommended to replace brake pads, check the state of the brake discs and replace them with new ones if necessary.
  15. Step 17
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Treat the brake caliper bracket. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake caliper – NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E). Tip:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
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