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:
Fuel recommendation
NISSAN recommends the use of unleaded premium
gasoline with an octane rating of at least
91 AKI (Anti-Knock Index) number (Research
octane number 96). If unleaded premium gasoline
is not available, you may use unleaded regular
gasoline with an octane rating of at least 87 AKI
number (Research ...
Front seat belt
Exploded View
D-ring anchor
Adjustable upper anchor cover
Seat belt buckle
Seat belt buckle connector
Lower anchor bolt cover
Seat belt pre-tensioner connector
Seat belt retractor assembly
Adjustable upper anchor
D-ring anchor bolt
Seat belt buckle anchor bolt
Lower ...
Front wheel hub
Removal and Installation
Steering knuckle
Splash guard
Wheel hub and bearing assembly
Cotter pin
REMOVAL
Remove wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to WT-60,
"Adjustment".
Remove wheel sensor from steering knuckle. Refer to BRC-102,
"Rem ...