Maxima SE V6-3.0L (VQ30DE) (1998)
Brake Pad: Service and Repair
Front
WARNING: CLEAN BRAKE PADS WITH A VACUUM DUST COLLECTOR TO MINIMIZE THE HAZARD OF AIRBORNE
PARTICLES OR OTHER MATERIALS.
CAUTION:
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When cylinder body is open, do not depress brake pedal because 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 the rubber coat, replace them with new shims.
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It is not necessary to remove connecting bolt except for disassembly or replacement of caliper assembly. In this case, suspend cylinder body with
wire so as not to stretch brake hose.
1. Remove master cylinder reservoir cap.
2. Remove pin bolt.
3. Open cylinder body upward. Then remove pad with retainers, inner and outer shims.
Standard pad thickness: 11 mm (0.43 inch)
Pad wear limit: 2.0 mm (0.079 inch)
NOTE: Carefully monitor brake fluid level because brake fluid will return to reservoir when pushing back piston.