When to replace the Brake Discs on your NISSAN X-TRAIL
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for X-TRAIL (T31) and other NISSAN models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
Nylon cleaning brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Anti-squeal paste
Brake caliper guide pins grease
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
Drive socket # 14
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Brake caliper wind back tool
Flat screwdriver
Wheel chock
AUTODOC recommends:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 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 (T31) – 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 discs – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). Tip from AUTODOC:
    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. NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31)
  4. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Remove the brake caliper guide pins.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    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.
  9. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads.
  10. Step 12
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
    Remove the fastening bolts.
    Step 15
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    Remove the caliper bracket.
  13. Step 16
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    Remove the rubber plug. Use a flat screwdriver.
  14. Step 17
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    Release the parking brake adjuster. Use a flat screwdriver.
  15. Step 18
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    Remove the brake disc.
  16. Step 19
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    Clean the hub. Use a wire brush.
  17. Step 20
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    Treat the contacting surface. Use ceramic grease.
  18. Step 21
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    Install the brake disc.
  19. Step 22
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    Set the parking brake adjuster in the correct position. Use a flat screwdriver.
  20. Step 23
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    Install the rubber plug. Use a flat screwdriver.
  21. Step 24
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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 discs – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  22. Step 25
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    Install the brake caliper bracket.
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