Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 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 Pads for MICRA III (K12) and other NISSAN models

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan Micra K12. List of the tools you'll 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 pads – Nissan Micra K12. Professionals recommend:

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.
All work should be done with the engine stopped.

Carry out replacement in the following order:

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.

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 13

Remove the brake pads.

AUTODOC recommends:
Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
Step 15

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 16

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

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan Micra K12. Tip:
Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 17

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

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan Micra K12. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 18

Install new brake pads.
Step 19

Install the brake caliper and fasten it.
Step 20

Install the fastening bolts.
Step 21

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 22

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use ceramic grease.
Step 23

Clean the brake disk surface. Use a brake cleaner.

Step 24

Install the wheel.

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Nissan Micra K12
Step 25

Screw in the wheel bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 26

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 27

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – 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 28

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap.
Step 29

Close the bonnet.

AUTODOC recommends:
Slow down smoothly for first 150-200 km after the brake pads replacement. Avoid unneccessary and sharp braking to a stop.

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