Nissan Maxima Service and Repair Manual: Brake tube and hose
Hydraulic Circuit

- Actuator
- Master cylinder
- Brake booster
- Connector
- Union bolt
18.2 N*m (1.9 kg-m, 13 ft-lb)
- Flare nut M12
22.1 N*m (2.3 kg-m, 16 ft-lb)
- Flare nut M10
16.2 N*m (1.7 kg-m, 12 ft-lb)
CAUTION:
- All hoses and piping (tubes) must be free from excessive
bending, twisting and pulling.
- Make sure there is no interference with other parts when
turning the steering wheel both clockwise
and counterclockwise.
- The brake piping is an important safety part. If a brake fluid
leak is detected, always disassemble the
parts. Replace applicable part with a new one, if necessary.
- Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may
cause paint damage. If brake fluid is
splashed on painted areas, wash it away with water immediately.
- Do not bend or twist brake hose sharply, or strongly pull it.
- When removing components, cover connections so that no dirt,
dust, or other foreign matter gets in.
- Refill with new specified brake fluid. Refer to MA-15, "FOR USA
AND CANADA : Fluids and Lubricants"
(for United States and Canada) or MA-16, "FOR MEXICO : Fluids and
Lubricants" (for Mexico).
- Do not reuse drained brake fluid.
FRONT BRAKE
FRONT BRAKE : Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Brake tubes and hoses are important safety parts. Always disassemble the parts
and retighten their fittings,
if a brake fluid leak is detected. Replace applicable part with a new one, if
damaged part is
detected.
- Check brake lines (tubes and hoses) and connections for fluid leaks,
damage, twists, deformation, contacts
with other parts, and loose connections. Replace any parts as necessary.
Refer to BR-20, "Removal
and Installation of Front Brake Piping and Brake Hose".
- While depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg, 177
lb) with engine running for approximately
5 seconds, check each part for fluid leaks.
REAR BRAKE
REAR BRAKE : Inspection
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
CAUTION:
Brake tubes and hoses are important safety parts. Always disassemble the parts
and retighten their fittings,
if a brake fluid leak is detected. Replace applicable part with a new one, if
damaged part is
detected.
- Check brake lines (tubes and hoses) and connections for fluid leaks,
damage, twists, deformation, contacts
with other parts, and loose connections. Replace any parts as necessary.
Refer to BR-21, "Removal
and Installation of Rear Brake Piping and Brake Hose".
- While depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg, 177 lb) with
engine running for approximately
5 seconds, check each part for fluid leaks.
Inspection
VISUAL INSPECTION
Check for improper assembly, damage and deterioration. Replace as necessary.
CHECK VALVE INSPECTION
Airtightness Inspection
Use a suitable tool to check the built ...
Other materials:
Outside key antenna
REAR BUMPER
REAR BUMPER : Removal and Installation
REMOVAL
Remove the rear bumper. Refer to EXT-17, "Removal and
Installation".
Disconnect harness connector (1) from the outside key antenna
(rear bumper) (2).
Remove the outside key antenna (rear bumper) screws (A) and
...
Precaution
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and
"SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER"
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 ...
Unlocking doors
1. Press the button on the
Intelligent
Key.
2. The driver's door will unlock and the hazard
warning lights flash once, and the front and
tail lights will turn on for 30 seconds.
3. Press the button again
within one
minute, the outside buzzer sounds once and
the remai ...