When to replace the Brake Pads on your NISSAN X-TRAIL
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 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, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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

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Tools
Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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
Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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 – Nissan X Trail T30 – 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
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    Raise the car.
    Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Brake Pads on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4 2004 by yourself
    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan X Trail T30
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  6. Step 7
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  7. Step 8
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  10. Step 11
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake pads – 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.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the retaining springs of the brake pads.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
    Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
  13. 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 – 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.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Nissan X Trail t30 2001 2.2 dCi Brake Pads
    Treat the brake caliper pistons. Use a nylon cleaning brush. Use a brake cleaner.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  15. Step 16
    DIY replacement of Brake Pads on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4 2002 is not an issue anymore with our step-by-step tutorial
    Wind back the brake caliper pistons. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Brake Pads on Nissan X Trail t30 2001 - free PDF and video manuals
    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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