How to carry out replacement: Brake Pads 4.1 INFINITI Q45 II (FY33)
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How to change front brake pads on INFINITI Q45 II (FY33) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Brake Pads on your INFINITI Q45
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33). Tools you need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 14
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: brake pads – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Perform the replacement of brake pads in complete set for each axis. This provides effective braking.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for all brake pads on the same axle.
  • Please note: all work on the car – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
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    Open the bonnet. Unscrew the brake fluid reservoir cap.
  2. Step 2
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  3. Step 4
    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake pads – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33). Tip:
    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 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. INFINITI Q45 II (FY33)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  6. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33). 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.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  12. Step 14
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket from dirt and dust. Use a wire brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: brake pads – INFINITI Q45 II (FY33). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  13. Step 15
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    Treat the brake caliper pistons. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  14. Step 16
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    Wind back the brake caliper pistons. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  15. Step 17
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    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.
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