How to find out if your Nissan has a brake problem?
1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based on the description in the Service Information above. 3. Follow the appropriate repair procedure(s), listed on the following pages, for your specific incident.
Why does my Nissan make noise when I hit the brakes?
• The noise is a result of the brake pads shifting in the direction of rotor rotation when the brakes are applied. • Can be duplicated by lightly touching the brake pedal. • If the brake pedal is pushed hard, the noise is less likely to occur.
What kind of brake pads does Nissan use?
Original Equipment (OE) brake pads are installed on all current Nissan vehicles at the factory. •The OE pads use a Non-asbestos Organic (NAO) compound. The NAO material provides state of the art resistance to squeal noise.
What causes the brakes to lock up during heavy braking?
The brakes are locking up. When it is functioning correctly the ABS system is designed specifically to prevent the wheels from locking up during heavy braking, preventing loss of traction. However, there can be certain instances where a faulty ABS module can behave erratically, causing your brakes to lock up even under normal driving conditions.
When do the brakes Squeak in the morning?
Squeak noise when the brakes are cold: • Usually occurs during the first few stops in the morning. • This is a normal condition. No service action is necessary Squeak noise with the brakes at normal operating temperatures: • Refer to technical bulletins specific to the model of vehicle regarding this incident.
What causes a squealing sound at the rear of the car?
Rear Brake Squeal: • Usually due to an accumulation of brake dust and dirt between the pads/shoes and rotors or drums. • Clean all dust and dirt from the brake shoes, backing plates and related components. WARNING:Brake dust may be hazardous if inhaled.
Why do my brake pads make a squeaking noise?
If there isn’t enough lubricant between the brake pad backing plate and the brake caliper, the brakes may make a squeaking noise. Finally, the noise may be due to the pads themselves. Semi-metallic brake pads are particularly prone to squeaking, as we’ll discuss later on. But wait—what if your car has rear drum brakes?
What’s the best way to fix a squeaky brake?
Simply run the drill bit down into the hole by hand to help loosen up some of the caked on rust and gunk, then rinse out with brake parts cleaner. Once done, re-apply brake lubricant to the pin and bore. Ultimately, the above maintenance tips should help you fix squeaky brakes.
Why does my car make a grinding sound when I hit the brakes?
Usually, the sound indicates your pads are worn to the point that either the wear indicator or backing plate is digging into the brake rotor. Also, if your car has rear drum brakes, a grinding sound can mean the brake shoe backing plate is contacting the brake drum.
What should I do if my brakes don’t work?
You can also try applying brake lubricant at the points where the back of the brake shoe contacts with the backing plate (once again, never apply lubricant to the shoe’s friction material). If that doesn’t work, you may need to replace the brake hardware and adjust the brakes. Finally, if all else fails]