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

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 Di 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 DCi, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 DCi FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front brake discs on NISSAN X TRAIL T30 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. Tools you'll need:

                      Wire brush
                    
                      Nylon cleaning brush
                    
                      WD-40 spray
                    
                      Brake cleaner 
                    
                      Anti-squeal paste
                    
                      Ceramic grease
                    
                      Torque wrench
                    
                      Drive socket # 14
                    
                      Drive socket # 22
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #21
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Crow bar
                    
                      Wheel chock

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AUTODOC recommends:

Replace the brake disks on the car Nissan X Trail T30 in complete set for each axis. Regardless of the state of 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.
Please note: all work on the car – Nissan X Trail T30 – should be done with the engine switched off.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

Step 1

Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 2

Secure the wheels with chocks.

Step 3

Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 4

Raise the car.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. Tools you'll need:
Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC:Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan X Trail T30
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
Step 8

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
Step 9

Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 10

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. AUTODOC recommends:
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 12

Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.
Step 13

Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
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 #22. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 16

Remove the fastening bolts.
Step 17

Remove the caliper bracket.
Step 18

Remove the brake disc.
Step 19

Clean the hub. Use a wire brush.
Step 20

Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
Step 21

Install the brake disc.
Step 22

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 23

Install the brake caliper bracket.
Step 24

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 25

Tighten the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #22. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 148 nm torque.
Step 26

Treat the brake caliper pistons. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 27

Wind back the brake caliper pistons. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 28

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

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. AUTODOC experts recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 29

Install the brake pads.
Step 30

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 31

Install the retaining springs of the brake pads.
Step 32

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 33

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 32 Nm torque.
Step 34

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 35

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 36

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts on the car. Nissan X Trail T30
Step 37

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 38

Lower the car and working in a cross order, tighten the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 118 Nm torque.
Step 39

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake discs – Nissan X Trail T30. Professionals 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 refill if necessary.
Step 40

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

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