Altima XE L4-2.4L (KA24DE) (1999)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Rear
PAD REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Clean brake pads with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne materials.
CAUTION:
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When cylinder body is open, do not depress brake pedal, or piston will pop out.
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Be careful not to damage piston boot or get oil on rotor. Always replace shims when replacing pads.
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If shims are rusted or show peeling of rubber coat, replace them with new shims.
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It is only necessary to remove connecting bolt if disassembling or replacing caliper assembly. Otherwise, suspend cylinder body with wire so as
not to stretch brake hose.
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Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at very
low mileage.
1. Remove master cylinder reservoir cap.
2. Remove brake cable lock spring.
3. Disconnect cable.
4. Remove lower pin bolt.
5. Open cylinder body upward. Then remove pad retainers, and inner and outer shims.
Standard pad thickness: 10 mm (0.39 inch)
Pad wear limit: 1.5 mm (0.059 inch)