Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake Pad Set, disc brake : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 Di 4x4

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change rear brake discs and brake pads NISSAN X-TRAIL T30 TUTORIAL | AUTODOC

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. List of the tools you'll need:

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

All the parts you need to replace – Brake Pads for X-TRAIL (T30) and other NISSAN models

NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 Di 4x4

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Use the following procedure:

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 rear of the car and secure on supports.

Step 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. AUTODOC recommends:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
Step 6

Remove the wheel.
Step 7

Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush.Use WD-40 spray.
Step 8

Unscrew the brake caliper fastening.Use a drive socket #14.Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Spread the brake pads.Use a crowbar.
Step 10

Remove the guide pins from the brake caliper.

Step 11

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip:

Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
Step 12

Remove the brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

Measure the brake disc thickness. Upon reaching the wear limit the part must be replaced.
Step 13

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

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 14

Treat the brake caliper piston.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.

Step 15

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

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 X Trail T30. AUTODOC recommends:

Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 17

Install new brake pads.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC:

Make sure the pads are installed with linings facing the disc.
Step 18

Clean old grease and rust stains, if there are any, from the caliper guide pins and guide pin boots.Use a brake cleaner.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. AUTODOC recommends:

After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.

Step 19

Treat the brake caliper guide pins.Use the brake caliper guide pin grease.
Step 20

Screw in the guide pins.

Step 21

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 22

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners.Use a drive socket #14.Use a torque wrench.Tighten it to 35 Nm torque.
Step 23

Treat the surface where the brake disc contacts the wheel rim. Use copper grease.
Step 24

Clean the brake disk surface.Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 25

Install the wheel.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC experts:

To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when screwing in the fastening bolts.
Step 26

Screw in the wheel bolts.Use wheel impact socket #21.
Step 27

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 120 Nm torque.
Step 28

Remove the jacks and chocks.

AUTODOC recommends:

Important! Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Check the brake fluid level in the reservoir and top up if necessary.

Step 29

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Without starting the engine, press the brake pedal several times until you feel significant resistance.
Step 30

Close the hood.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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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