brake rotor INFINITI QX56 2007 Factory Service Manual

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2007

Rear Wheel AlignmentELS00291
BrakeELS00292
Unit: mm (in)
Camber
Degree minute (decimal degree)
Minimum 0
° 0 ′ (0 °)
Nominal - 0 ° 30 ′ (-0.5 °)
Maximum - 1 ° 0 ′ (-1.0 °)
Cross camber 0 ° 45 ′ (0.75 °)
To e - i n Distance (A - B)
Minimum 0 mm (0 in)
Nominal 3.3 mm (0.130 in)
Maximum 6.6 mm (0.260 in)
Cross toe 2 mm (0.079 in)
Angle (left, right)
Degree minute (decimal degree) Minimum 0
° 0 ′ (0 °)
Nominal 0 ° 7 ′ (0.11 °)
Maximum 0 ° 14 ′ (0.22 °)
Cross toe 0 ° 8 ′ (0.14 °)
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Front brake Brake model AD41VA
Rotor outer diameter × thickness 350 x 30 (13.78 x 1.18)
Pad Length × width × thickness 151.6 x 56.5 x 12.0 (5.97 x 2.22 x 0.476)
Cylinder bore diameter 51 (2.01)
Rear brake Brake model AD14VE Rotor outer diameter × thickness 320 x 14 (12.60 x 0.55)
Pad Length × width × thickness 83.0 x 33.0 x 8.5 (3.268 x 1.299 x 0.335)
Cylinder bore diameter 48 (1.89)
Control valve Valve model Electric brake force distribution
Brake booster Booster model C215T
Diaphragm diameter 215 (8.46)
Recommended brake fluid Refer to ! Hyper-link Error !

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Disc Brake - Repair LimitsELS00293
Unit: mm (in)
Brake PedalELS00294
Unit: mm (in)
Front brake model
AD41VA
Brake pad Standard thickness (new) 12.0 (0.476)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 (0.039)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new) 30 (1.18)
Repair limit thickness 28.5 (1.122)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 (0.0006)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.03 (0.001)
Rear brake model
AD14VE
Brake pad Standard thickness (new) 12.13 mm (0.478 in)
Repair limit thickness 1.0 mm (0.039 in)
Disc rotor Standard thickness (new) 14.0 mm (0.551 in)
Repair limit thickness 12.0 mm (0.472 in)
Maximum uneven wear (measured at 8 positions) 0.015 mm (0.0006 in)
Runout limit (with it attached to the vehicle) 0.05 mm (0.002 in)
Free height "H"
182.3 - 192.3 mm (7.18 - 7.57 in)
Depressed pedal height "D" [under a force of 490 N (50 kg-f, 110 lb-f) with engine
running] More than 90.3 mm (3.55 in)
Clearance between pedal stopper and threaded end of stop lamp switch and
ASCD switch "C
1 " or “C2 ” 0.74 - 1.96 mm (0.029 - 0.077 in)
Pedal play "A" 3 - 11 mm (0.12 - 0.43 in)
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CONTENTS
BRAKE SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION ............................2
PRECAUTIONS ...................................................2
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN-
SIONER" ...................................................................
2
Precaution for Brake System ....................................2
PREPARATION ...................................................3
Special Service Tool .................................................3
Commercial Service Tool ..........................................3
NOISE, VIBRATION AND HARSHNESS
(NVH) TROUBLESHOOTING .............................
4
NVH Troubleshooting Chart ......................................4
BRAKE PEDAL ...................................................5
Inspection and Adjustment ........................................5
Removal and Installation ...........................................6
BRAKE FLUID .....................................................8
On Board Inspection .................................................8
Drain and Refill ..........................................................8
Bleeding Brake System .............................................8
BRAKE PIPING AND HOSE ..............................10
Hydraulic Circuit ......................................................10
Removal and Installation of Front Brake Hose ........10
Removal and Installation of Rear Brake Hose ........11
Inspection After Installation .....................................12
BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER ............................13
On Board Inspection ...............................................13
Removal and Installation .........................................13
Disassembly and Assembly ....................................14
BRAKE BOOSTER ...........................................15
On-Vehicle Service ..................................................15
Removal and Installation .........................................15
VACUUM LINES ...............................................17
Removal and Installation .........................................17
Inspection ................................................................17
FRONT DISC BRAKE .......................................18
On-vehicle Inspection ..............................................18
Component ..............................................................18
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ...................19
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and
Disc Rotor ................................................................
19
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper ..........20
REAR DISC BRAKE .........................................24
On-vehicle Inspection ..............................................24
Exploded View .........................................................24
Removal and Installation of Brake Pad ...................25
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and
Disc Rotor ................................................................
25
Brake Caliper ...........................................................26
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) .................................................................
29
General Specification ..............................................29
Brake Pedal .............................................................29
Brake Booster ..........................................................30
Check Valve ............................................................30
Front Disc Brake ......................................................30
Rear Disc Brake ......................................................30

BR-2
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PRECAUTIONS
SERVICE INFORMATION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER"
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The Supplemental Restraint System such as “AIR BAG” and “SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER”, used along
with a front seat belt, helps to reduce the risk or severity of injury to the driver and front passenger for certain
types of collision. This system includes seat belt switch inputs and dual stage front air bag modules. The SRS
system uses the seat belt switches to determine the front air bag deployment, and may only deploy one front
air bag, depending on the severity of a collision and whether the front occupants are belted or unbelted.
Information necessary to service the system safely is included in the SRS and SB section of this Service Man-
ual.
WARNING:
• To avoid rendering the SRS inoperative, which could increase the risk of personal injury or death in
the event of a collision which would result in air bag inflation, all maintenance must be performed by
an authorized NISSAN/INFINITI dealer.
• Improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the SRS, can lead to personal
injury caused by unintentional activation of the system. For removal of Spiral Cable and Air Bag
Module, see the SRS section.
• Do not use electrical test equipment on any circuit related to the SRS unless instructed to in this
Service Manual. SRS wiring harnesses can be identified by yellow and/or orange harnesses or har-
ness connectors.
Precaution for Brake SystemINFOID:0000000003532718
• Always use recommended brake fluid. Refer to MA-10 .
• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
• Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas.
• To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake caliper and wheel cylinder, use clean brake fluid.
• Do not use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
• Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake tube.
• Always check tightening torque when installing brake lines.
• Before working, turn ignition switch to OFF and disconnect con-
nectors for ABS actuator and electric unit (control unit) or battery
terminals.
• 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.
Refer to BR-20, "
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper" .
WARNING:
• Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe
with a dust collector.
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BR-19
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WARNING:
Clean dust on cylinder body and brake pads with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of
airborne particles or other materials.
CAUTION:
• While removing cylinder body never depress brake pedal because piston will pop out.
• It is not necessary to remove bolts on torque member and brake hose except for disassembly or
replacement of cylinder body. In this case, hang cylinder body with a wire so as not to stretch brake
hose.
• Do not damage piston boot.
• Burnish brake contact surface after refinishing or replacing rotors, after replacing pads, or if a soft
pedal occurs at very low mileage. Refer to BR-20, "
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake Caliper".
Removal and Installation of Brake PadINFOID:0000000003532740
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle using power tool.
2. Remove lower sliding pin bolt.
3. Suspend cylinder body with a wire and remove pads, shims and pad retainers from torque member.
INSTALLATION
1. Push pistons in so that pad is firmly installed and mount cylinder body to torque member.
CAUTION:
By pushing in piston, brake fluid returns to master cylinder reservoir tank. Watch the level of the
surface of reservoir tank.
NOTE:
Using a disc brake piston tool (commercial service tool), makes it easier to push in piston.
2. Attach pad retainers, pads and shims to torque member.
• Apply Molykote M-77 grease to pad retainer where brake pad
contacts and between pad and shim.
CAUTION:
• When attaching pad retainer, attach it firmly so that it is
seated fully in the torque member as shown.
• Do not get grease on the brake rotor friction surface.
3. Install lower sliding pin bolt and tighten it to the specified torque. Refer to BR-18, "
Component" .
4. Check brake for drag.
5. Install tires to the vehicle. Refer to WT-7, "
Rotation".
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc RotorINFOID:0000000003532741
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle using power tool.
2. Drain brake fluid as necessary. Refer to BR-8, "
Drain and Refill".
NOTE:
Do not remove union bolt unless removing cylinder body from vehicle.
3. Remove torque member bolts.
NOTE:
Position cylinder body aside using suitable wire, as necessary.
NOTE:
When servicing cylinder body, remove sliding pin bolts and torque member from cylinder body.
B. Brake fluid M. Molykote M-77 grease R. Rubber grease
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FRONT DISC BRAKE
4. Remove disc rotor.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
• Refill with new brake fluid. Refer to MA-10
.
• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install disc rotor.
2. Install sliding pin bolts and torque member to caliper, if removed. Refer to BR-18, "
Component" .
3. Install caliper assembly to the vehicle, then tighten the torque
member bolts to the specified torque. Refer to BR-18, "
Compo-
nent" .
CAUTION:
• When attaching caliper assembly to the vehicle, wipe any
oil off knuckle spindle, washers and caliper assembly
attachment surfaces.
• Do not reuse caliper torque member bolts.
4. Install brake hose to cylinder body, then tighten union bolt to
specification, as necessary. Refer to BR-18, "
Component" .
CAUTION:
• Do not reuse copper washer.
• Install brake hose to caliper assembly together with union
bolt and washers.
5. Refill with new brake fluid and bleed air. Refer to BR-8, "
Bleeding Brake System" .
6. Install tires to the vehicle. Refer to WT-7, "
Rotation" .
Disassembly and Assembly of Brake CaliperINFOID:0000000003532742
DISASSEMBLY
1. Remove sliding pin bolt, and then remove the pad, shim, shim cover, and pad retainer from the torque
member.
2. Remove sliding pins and sliding pin boots from torque member.
3. Place a wooden block as shown, and blow air from union bolt
mounting hole to remove pistons and piston boots.
CAUTION:
Keep hands away from piston.
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BR-22
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FRONT DISC BRAKE
2. Apply clean brake fluid to piston boot. Cover the piston end with
piston boot, and then install cylinder side lip on piston boot
securely into a groove on cylinder body.
CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston boot.
3. Apply clean brake fluid to piston, then install piston into cylinder
body and insert piston boot side lip into groove of piston as
shown.
CAUTION:
Press the piston evenly to prevent damage to cylinder wall.
4. Insert into cylinder body by hand and insert piston boot piston-side lip into piston groove.
CAUTION:
Press piston evenly and vary the pressing point to prevent cylinder inner wall from being rubbed.
5. Install sliding pins and sliding pin boots to torque member.
CAUTION:
Trailing/upper sliding pin must be replaced at each service.
6. Install cylinder body. Tighten sliding pin bolt to the specification. Refer to BR-18, "
Component" .
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION
Visual Inspection
Check surface of disc rotor for uneven wear, cracks, and serious damage. If any of them is detected, replace
applicable part.
Runout Inspection
1. Using 2 or more wheel nuts, temporarily install disc rotor to wheel hub.
2. Inspect runout using a dial gauge. (Measured at 10mm (0.39 in)
inside the disc edge.) Refer to BR-30, "
Front Disc Brake".
NOTE:
Make sure that wheel bearing axial end play is within the specifi-
cations before measuring runout. Refer to FAX-5, "
On-Vehicle
Inspection and Service" .
3. If runout is outside the limit, find the minimum runout point by
shifting mounting positions of disc rotor and wheel hub by one
hole.
4. If runout still out of specification, turn rotor with on-car brake
lathe.
Thickness Inspection
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FRONT DISC BRAKE
BR-23
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Using a micrometer, check thickness of disc rotor. If thickness is
either at or below the wear limit, or exceeds maximum uneven wear,
replace disc rotor. Refer to BR-30, "
Front Disc Brake".
BRAKE BURNISHING PROCEDURE
Burnish brake contact surface according to the following procedure after refinishing or replacing rotors, after
replacing pads, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage.
CAUTION:
Only perform this procedure under safe road and traffic conditions. Use extreme caution.
1. Drive the vehicle on a straight smooth road at 50 km/h (31 MPH).
2. Use medium brake pedal/foot effort to bring the vehicle to a complete stop from 50 km/h (31 MPH). Adjust
brake pedal/foot pressure such that vehicle stopping time equals 3 to 5 seconds.
3. To cool brake system, drive the vehicle at 50 km/h (31 MPH) for 1 minute without stopping.
4. Repeat steps 1 to 3, 10 times or more to complete the burnishing procedure.
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REAR DISC BRAKE
BR-25
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WARNING:
Clean dust on caliper and brake pad with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne
particles or other materials.
CAUTION:
• While removing cylinder body, never depress brake pedal because piston will pop out.
• It is not necessary to remove bolts on torque member and brake hose except for disassembly or
replacement of cylinder body. In this case, hang cylinder body with a wire so as not to stretch brake
hose.
• Do not damage piston boot.
• Burnish brake contact surface after refinishing or replacing rotors, after replacing pads, or it a soft
pedal occurs at very low mileage. Refer to BR-26, "
Brake Caliper" .
Removal and Installation of Brake PadINFOID:0000000003532745
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Remove the top bolt from the cylinder body.
3. Swing cylinder body open, and remove pads.
INSTALLATION
1. Push piston in so that pad is firmly attached and install cylinder body to torque member.
NOTE:
Using a disc brake piston tool (commercial service tool), makes it easier to push in the piston.
CAUTION:
By pushing in piston, brake fluid returns to master cylinder reservoir tank. Watch the level of the
surface of reservoir tank.
2. Apply Molykote M-77 grease to knuckle slide where brake pad contacts.
CAUTION:
Do not get grease on the brake rotor friction surface.
3. Install pads to cylinder body.
4. Install cylinder body top bolt and tighten to specification.
5. Check brake for drag.
6. Install tires to the vehicle. Refer to WT-7, "
Rotation" .
Removal and Installation of Brake Caliper and Disc RotorINFOID:0000000003532746
REMOVAL
1. Remove tires from vehicle with power tool.
2. Drain brake fluid as necessary. Refer to BR-8, "
Drain and Refill" .
NOTE:
Do not remove union bolt unless removing cylinder body from vehicle.
3. Remove mounting bolts and cylinder body.
NOTE:
Position cylinder body aside using suitable wire, as necessary.
4. Remove disc rotor.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION:
• Refill with new brake fluid. Refer to MA-10
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• Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
1. Install disc rotor.
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Make sure there is no wear, damage, or cracks in sliding sleeve and sliding sleeve boots, and if there are,
replace them.
ASSEMBLY
CAUTION:
Do not use NISSAN Rubber Grease (KRE00 00010, KRE00 00010 01) when assembling.
1. Apply clean brake fluid to new piston seal and insert in to
groove on cylinder body. Refer to MA-10
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CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston seal.
2. Apply brake fluid to piston and to piston boot, then install piston
boot in to piston groove. Refer to MA-10
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CAUTION:
Do not reuse piston boot.
3. Insert into cylinder body by hand and insert piston boot piston-side lip into piston groove.
CAUTION:
Press piston evenly and vary the pressing point to prevent cylinder body inner wall from being
rubbed.
4. Install sliding boots and sleeves to cylinder body.
DISC ROTOR INSPECTION
Visual Inspection
Check surface of disc rotor for uneven wear, cracks, and serious damage. If any non-standard condition is
detected, replace applicable part.
Runout Inspection
1. Using wheel nuts, install disc rotor to wheel hub. (2 or more positions.)
2. Inspect runout using a dial gauge. [Measured at 10 mm (0.39 in)
inside disk edge.]
NOTE:
Make sure that wheel bearing axial end play is within the specifi-
cation before measuring runout. Refer to RAX-5, "
On-Vehicle
Inspection and Service" .
3. If runout is outside the limit, find the minimum runout point by
shifting mounting positions of disc rotor and wheel hub by one
hole.
4. If runout still out of specification, turn rotor with on-car brake lathe.
Thickness Inspection
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Runout limit (on vehicle) : 0.05 mm (0.002 in)
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