Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.2 16V, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.4 16V, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.2 16V, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.0 16V, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 160 SR, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN MICRA III (K12) 1.2 LPG … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake disc and pads set on NISSAN MICRA K12 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for MICRA III (K12) and other NISSAN models

Brake disc

        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Petrol (80 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Petrol (88 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Petrol (65 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Diesel (65 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Diesel (82 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Petrol (65 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Petrol (110 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Diesel (68 hp)
      
        Brake disc for Micra III Hatchback (K12) Diesel (86 hp)

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Micra K12. Tools you need:

                        Wire brush
                      
                        Nylon cleaning brush
                      
                        WD-40 spray
                      
                        Brake cleaner
                      
                        Anti-squeal paste
                      
                        Ceramic grease
                      
                        Torque wrench
                      
                        Combination spanner #13
                      
                        Combination spanner #15
                      
                        Drive socket # 13
                      
                        Drive socket # 17
                      
                        Torx bit T40
                      
                        Wheel impact socket #17
                      
                        Ratchet wrench
                      
                        Tap wrench
                      
                        Brake caliper wind back tool
                      
                        Phillips screwdriver
                      
                        Crow bar
                      
                        Impact screwdriver
                      
                        Hammer
                      
                        Wheel chock

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Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Micra K12. AUTODOC experts recommend:

Replace the brake disks on the car Nissan Micra K12 in pairs on an axle, regardless of the condition of the components. This will ensure even braking.
The replacement procedure is identical for both brake disks on the same axle.
When changing the brake discs, always replace the brake pads.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Micra K12. Recommended sequence of steps:

Step 1

Open the bonnet.
Step 2

Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 3

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 4

Loosen the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a tap wrench.
Step 5

Raise the car.

AUTODOC recommends:
If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 6

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan Micra K12
Step 7

Remove the wheel.
Step 8

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 9

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 10

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #13. Use a combination spanner #15.
Step 11

Remove the fastening bolts.

Step 12

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Micra K12. Tip:
Tie the caliper to the suspension or to the body with a wire without disconnecting from the brake hose to prevent depressurization of the brake system.Make sure that the brake caliper is not hanging on the brake hose.Don't press the brake pedal after the brake caliper has been removed. As a result, the piston can fall out from the brake cylinder, and brake fluid leakage and depressurization of the system may occur.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads.
Step 14

Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 15

Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16

Remove the fastening bolts.

Step 17

Remove the brake caliper bracket.
Step 18

Clean the brake disc fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.

Step 19

Unscrew the brake disc fasteners. Use a Phillips screwdriver. Use an impact screwdriver. Use a hammer.
Step 20

Remove the fastening bolts.

Step 21

Remove the brake disc.
Step 22

Clean the wheel hub. Use a wire brush.
Step 23

Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.

Step 24

Install a new brake disc.
Step 25

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 26

Tighten the brake disc fasteners. Use Torx T40. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 10 Nm torque.
Step 27

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 28

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 29

Clean the brake caliper bracket of dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Micra K12. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 30

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 31

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 32

Tighten the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 105 Nm torque.
Step 33

Treat the brake pads in the area where their surface comes into contact with the brake caliper bracket. Use anti-squeal paste.

AUTODOC recommends:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 34

Install the brake pads.
Step 35

Install the brake caliper and fasten it.
Step 36

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 37

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a combination spanner #15. Use a drive socket #13. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 38

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 39

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Step 40

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Nissan Micra K12
Step 41

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 42

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 110 Nm torque.
Step 43

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Micra K12. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.Check the brake fluid level in the expansion tank and top up if necessary.
Step 44

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 45

Close the bonnet.

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