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:
CAN communication circuit
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CONNECTOR INSPECTION
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the battery cable from the negative terminal.
Disconnect all the unit connectors on CAN communication system.
Check terminals and connectors for damage, bend and loose
connection.
2.CHECK HARNESS CON ...
Rear door speaker
Description
The audio unit sends audio signals to the rear door speakers using the rear
door speaker circuits.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CONNECTOR CHECK
Check the audio unit and speaker connectors for the following:
Proper connection
Damage
Disconnected or loose terminals
2.HARNESS CHEC ...
Operating tips
When the engine coolant temperature and
outside air temperature are low, the air flow
from the foot outlets may not operate for a
maximum of 150 seconds. However, this is
not a malfunction. After the coolant temperature
warms up, air flow from the foot outlets
will operate normally.
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