Where are the brake calipers on a Nissan Pathfinder?

Where are the brake calipers on a Nissan Pathfinder?

The rear brake caliper is held in place to the bracket by two bolts located on the back side of the caliper with the bolt heads facing in towards the center of the SUV. Loosen the upper caliper bolt by turning it clockwise (as seen from the outside of the SUV) with the 14mm socket and a 3/8″ drive ratchet.

Where to remove brake fluid from Nissan Pathfinder?

Move to the right rear area of the engine bay and twist off the brake fluid reservoir cap in the counterclockwise direction. Removing the reservoir cap will allow the brake fluid to more easily travel back through the lines when you retract the caliper piston.

Where is the wear indicator bar on a Nissan Pathfinder?

Make a mental note of where the wear indicator bar or “squeal” bar is situated on the old pads. On this 2016 Pathfinder SV, the wear indicator bar was located at the top of the inner brake pad. Attach the “C” or “F” clamp to the caliper and use the back of an old brake pad to evenly distribute the force across the piston.

What kind of Fuse do I need for my Nissan Pathfinder?

Owners of other Nissan or Infiniti vehicles such as the Versa, Maxima, Juke, Rogue, Altima, Xterra, Sentra, Murano, Cube, Armada, Leaf, Quest, Frontier, Teana, 370Z, GT-R, Titan, G25, G37, M35, QX56, QX60 and M37 may also find these DIY instructions to be helpful.

When to replace the brake pads on the Nissan Pathfinder?

Nissan Pathfinder Rear Brake Pads Replacement Guide This automotive maintenance tutorial was specifically written to assist owners of the fourth generation (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and most likely also the new 2017 model year) Nissan Pathfinder SUV in changing the rear disc brake pads and lubricating the caliper slider pins.

Where are the slide pins on a Nissan Pathy?

Slide pins (on a Nissan Pathy), are Cylindrical Pins that Allow the Caliper to Freely Compress and Release against the pads. They retain the Bolts that hold the caliper to the Brake Frame and can be found easily. They are Protected with a Rubber Boot, and are found at the top and bottom of the caliper.

Move to the right rear area of the engine bay and twist off the brake fluid reservoir cap in the counterclockwise direction. Removing the reservoir cap will allow the brake fluid to more easily travel back through the lines when you retract the caliper piston.

Make a mental note of where the wear indicator bar or “squeal” bar is situated on the old pads. On this 2016 Pathfinder SV, the wear indicator bar was located at the top of the inner brake pad. Attach the “C” or “F” clamp to the caliper and use the back of an old brake pad to evenly distribute the force across the piston.