Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake pad set : 30000 km

Important!

This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 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) 2.2 DCi FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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

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

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Brake pad set

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Tools you might 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
                    
                      Wheel impact socket #21
                    
                      Ratchet wrench
                    
                      Brake caliper wind back tool
                    
                      Wheel chock

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

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:

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 car.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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 5

Unscrew the wheel bolts.

AUTODOC recommends:
Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan X Trail T30
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 fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
Step 9

Remove the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 10

Remove the brake caliper.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. Professionals recommend:
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 11

Remove the brake pads.

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.
Step 12

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 13

Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
Step 14

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

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 15

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. Professionals recommend:
Make sure the disc surface is clean before installing the pads.
Step 16

Install new brake pads.
Step 17

Clean the brake caliper guide pins. Use a brake cleaner.

AUTODOC recommends:
After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
Step 18

Treat the brake caliper guide pins. Use the brake caliper guide pin grease.
Step 19

Install the brake caliper and fix it.
Step 20

Install the brake caliper guide pins.
Step 21

Tighten the brake caliper fasteners. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 32 Nm torque.
Step 22

Clean the wheel rim mounting seat. Use a wire brush.
Step 23

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

AUTODOC recommends:
Important! Hold the wheel while screwing in the fastening bolts. Nissan X Trail T30
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 118 Nm torque.
Step 28

Remove the jacks and chocks.

Replacement: brake pads – Nissan X Trail T30. 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 refill if necessary.
Step 29

Tighten the brake fluid reservoir cap. Close the hood.

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