When to replace the Brake Discs on your NISSAN LEAF
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Brake disc : 50000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6 dCi Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6 LPG, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 dCi Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.5 dCi, 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) 2.0, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 DCi FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 Di 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 DCi, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN Qashqai II (J11, J11_) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN JUKE (F15) 1.6 DIG-T NISMO RS 4x4, NISSAN JUKE (F15) 1.6 DIG-T NISMO RS, 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, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4, 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) 2.0 dCi, NISSAN Rogue I (S35) 2.5, NISSAN Rogue I (S35) 2.5 AWD, NISSAN Skyline Coupe (V35) 3.0, NISSAN Rogue I (S35) 2.5 AWD, NISSAN Rogue I (S35) 2.5, NISSAN Rogue I (S35) 2.5, NISSAN Rogue I (S35) 2.5 AWD, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.6 CVTC, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 2.0, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 2.0 Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.6 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai+2 I Van (J10, JJ10E) 1.6 dCi Allrad View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Brake Discs for LEAF and other NISSAN models
Tools
Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Leaf ZE0. Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Brake caliper guide pins grease
Drive socket # 14
Drive socket # 19
Wheel impact socket #21
Brake caliper wind back tool
Ratchet wrench
Torque wrench
Tap wrench
Crow bar
Wheel chock
Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Leaf ZE0. AUTODOC experts recommend:
  • Replace the brake disks on the car Nissan Leaf ZE0 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 Leaf ZE0 – 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
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    Secure the wheels with chocks.
  3. Step 3
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  4. Step 4
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    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
  5. Step 5
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan Leaf ZE0
  6. Step 6
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    Remove the wheel.
  7. Step 7
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    Clean the brake caliper fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  8. Step 8
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    Spread the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  9. Step 9
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    Unscrew the brake caliper fastening. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 10
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    Remove the brake caliper.
    Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Leaf ZE0. 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. Check the brake caliper bracket, brake caliper guide pins and boots. Clean them. Replace, if necessary.
  11. Step 11
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    Remove the brake pads. Use a crowbar.
  12. Step 12
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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 Leaf ZE0. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  13. Step 13
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    Treat the brake caliper piston. Use a brake cleaner.
    Replacement: brake discs – Nissan Leaf ZE0. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.
  14. Step 14
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    Press in the brake caliper piston. Use brake caliper wind back tool.
  15. Step 15
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    Install the brake pads.
  16. Step 16
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    Clean old grease and rust stains, if there are any, from the caliper guide pins and guide pin boots.
  17. Step 17
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    Lubricate guide pins with special brake grease.
  18. Step 18
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    Install the brake caliper and fix it. Use a drive socket #14. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 43 Nm torque.
  19. Step 19
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    Clean the brake caliper bracket fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  20. Step 20
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    Unscrew the caliper bracket fastening. Use a drive socket #19. Use a tap wrench.
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