BRAKES

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SECTION
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM C

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CONTENTS
PRECAUTION ............................................... 2 ON-VEHICLE REPAIR .................................. 7 PB
PRECAUTIONS ................................................... 2 PARKING BRAKE CONTROL ........................... 7
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System Component ............................................................... 7 G
(SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT PRE-TEN- Removal and Installation .......................................... 7
SIONER" ................................................................... 2
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rota- PARKING BRAKE SHOE .................................. 9
Removal and Installation .......................................... 9 H
tion After Battery Disconnect ..................................... 2

PREPARATION ............................................ 4 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS

(SDS) ............................................................ 12 I
PREPARATION ................................................... 4
Commercial Service Tool .......................................... 4 SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
(SDS) ................................................................. 12
ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ..................... 5 Parking Brake ..........................................................12 J
Parking Brake Control .............................................12
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM ............................... 5
On-Vehicle Service ................................................... 5 K

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PRECAUTION
PRECAUTIONS
Precaution for Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) "AIR BAG" and "SEAT BELT
PRE-TENSIONER" INFOID:0000000005867887

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 SR 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 SR 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.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN USING POWER TOOLS (AIR OR ELECTRIC) AND HAMMERS
WARNING:
• When working near the Airbag Diagnosis Sensor Unit or other Airbag System sensors with the Igni-
tion ON or engine running, DO NOT use air or electric power tools or strike near the sensor(s) with a
hammer. Heavy vibration could activate the sensor(s) and deploy the air bag(s), possibly causing
serious injury.
• When using air or electric power tools or hammers, always switch the Ignition OFF, disconnect the
battery, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service.
Precaution Necessary for Steering Wheel Rotation After Battery Disconnect
INFOID:0000000005867888

NOTE:
• This Procedure is applied only to models with Intelligent Key system and NATS (NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYS-
TEM).
• Remove and install all control units after disconnecting both battery cables with the ignition knob in the
″LOCK″ position.
• Always use CONSULT-III to perform self-diagnosis as a part of each function inspection after finishing work.
If DTC is detected, perform trouble diagnosis according to self-diagnostic results.
For models equipped with the Intelligent Key system and NATS, an electrically controlled steering lock mech-
anism is adopted on the key cylinder.
For this reason, if the battery is disconnected or if the battery is discharged, the steering wheel will lock and
steering wheel rotation will become impossible.
If steering wheel rotation is required when battery power is interrupted, follow the procedure below before
starting the repair operation.
OPERATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect both battery cables.
NOTE:
Supply power using jumper cables if battery is discharged.
2. Use the Intelligent Key or mechanical key to turn the ignition switch to the ″ACC″ position. At this time, the
steering lock will be released.
3. Disconnect both battery cables. The steering lock will remain released and the steering wheel can be
rotated.
4. Perform the necessary repair operation.

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5. When the repair work is completed, return the ignition switch to the ″LOCK″ position before connecting
the battery cables. (At this time, the steering lock mechanism will engage.) A
6. Perform a self-diagnosis check of all control units using CONSULT-III.

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PREPARATION
PREPARATION
Commercial Service Tool INFOID:0000000003772469

The actual shapes of Kent-Moore tools may differ from those of special service tools illustrated here.

(Kent-Moore No.) Description

Tool name
(J-21177-A) Measuring rear rotor drum to parking
Brake drum clearance gauge brake shoe clearance

WFIA0167E

Power tool Loosening bolts and nuts

PBIC0190E

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ON-VEHICLE MAINTENANCE A
PARKING BRAKE SYSTEM
On-Vehicle Service INFOID:0000000003772470
B

PEDAL STROKE
• When parking brake pedal is operated with the specified force, make sure the stroke is within the specified C
number of notches. Check by listening and counting the ratchet clicks.

Pedal stroke : Refer to PB-12, "Parking Brake Control".

D
INSPECTION
• Make sure the components are attached properly, checking for looseness or backlash.
• Check parking brake pedal assembly for bends, damage and cracks, and replace if necessary. E
• Check cable for wear and damage, and replace if necessary.
• Check parking brake warning lamp switch for malfunction, and replace if necessary. Refer to BCS-36, "Diag-
nosis Procedure".
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ADJUSTMENT
1. Remove the lower instrument panel LH. Refer to IP-15, "Exploded View".
2. Partially engage parking brake pedal to access adjusting nut. G
3. Insert a deep socket wrench to rotate adjusting nut and loosen
cable sufficiently. Then, disengage the parking brake pedal.
H

J
WFIA0165E

4. Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. K

5. Remove the disc rotor and measure inner diameter at widest
point using suitable tool.
L
Tool number : — (J-21177-A)
6. Transfer measurement less 0.6 mm (0.024 in) to the parking
brake shoes and adjust accordingly. M
7. Using wheel nuts, secure the disc rotor to the hub to prevent it
from tilting.
8. Rotate the disc rotor to make sure there is no drag. N
9. Adjust cable as follows:
a. Operate pedal 10 or more times with a force of 490 N (50 kg-f,
110 lb-f). O
b. Rotate adjusting nut with deep socket to adjust pedal stroke to
specification.
P
Pedal stroke : Refer to PB-12, "Parking Brake
Control".
c. With parking brake pedal completely disengaged, make sure
there is no drag on the parking brake.
10. Install the disc rotor. WFIA0166E

11. Install the wheel and tire using power tool.

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12. Install the lower instrument panel LH. Refer to IP-15, "Exploded View".

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ON-VEHICLE REPAIR A
PARKING BRAKE CONTROL
Component INFOID:0000000003772471
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PB

WFIA0218E K

1. Pedal assembly 2. Front cable 3. Right rear cable

4. Left rear cable 5. Return spring 6. Equalizer L
7. Adjusting nut 8. Lock plate

Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000003772472

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REMOVAL
1. Remove lower instrument panel LH. Refer to IP-17, "Removal and Installation". N
2. Remove center console. Refer to IP-20, "Removal and Installation".
3. Remove floor trim. Refer to INT-16, "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove adjusting nut and discard. O
CAUTION:
Do not reuse adjusting nut after removing it.
5. Remove the lock plate from the front cable. P
6. Remove front cable retaining bolts and nut.
7. Disconnect return spring from equalizer.
8. Disconnect right and left rear cables from equalizer.
9. Remove rear wheel hub. Refer to RAX-7, "Removal and Installa-
tion".
WFIA0165E

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10. Remove parking brake shoe, and remove rear cable from toggle lever. Refer to PB-9, "Removal and
Installation".
11. Remove right and left rear cables retaining bolts and nuts, then remove right and left rear cables.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Adjust the parking brake. Refer to PB-5, "On-Vehicle Service".
CAUTION:
Do not reuse adjusting nut after removing it.

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PARKING BRAKE SHOE
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Removal and Installation INFOID:0000000003772473

COMPONENTS B

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LFIA0222E
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1. Anti-rattle pins 2. Back plate 3. Shoes
4. Return springs 5. Adjuster 6. Retainers
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7. Toggle lever

REMOVAL
WARNING: M
Clean the brakes with a vacuum dust collector to minimize the hazard of airborne particles or other
materials.
NOTE: N
Remove the disc rotor only with the parking brake pedal completely in the released position.
1. Remove the rear wheel hub. Refer to RAX-7, "Removal and Installation".
2. Remove the return springs. O
3. Remove the adjuster.
4. Disconnect the rear cable from the toggle lever, if necessary.
• Remove pin retainer and withdraw cable end from toggle lever. P
5. Remove the retainers, anti-rattle pins and shoes.
INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL
Lining Thickness Inspection

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• Check thickness of lining.

Standard thickness (A) : Refer to PB-12, "Parking

Brake".
Wear limit thickness (A) : Refer to PB-12, "Parking
Brake".

SBR021A

Disc Rotor Inner Diameter Inspection

• Check inner diameter inside drum area of disc rotor.

Standard inner diameter : Refer to PB-12, "Park-

ing Brake".
Wear limit of inner diameter : Refer to PB-12, "Park-
ing Brake".

SBR768A

Other Inspections
• Check shoe sliding surface on back plate for excessive wear and damage.
• Check anti-rattle pins for excessive wear and corrosion.
• Check return springs for sagging.
• Check adjuster for rough operation.
• When disassembling adjuster, apply PBC (Poly Butyl Cuprysil) grease or equivalent to the threads.
• Check either visually or with a vernier caliper to see if there is any excessive wear, cracks, or damage inside
drum area of disc rotor.
INSTALLATION
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.
• Apply brake grease to the specified points during assembly.
• Assemble adjuster so that threaded part expands when rotating it
in the direction shown by the arrow.
• Shorten adjuster by rotating it.

SFIA0153E

NOTE:
After replacing brake shoes or disc rotors, or if brakes do not function well, perform break-in operation as fol-
lows.
1. Adjust parking brake pedal stroke. Refer to PB-5, "On-Vehicle Service".
2. Perform parking brake break-in operation by driving the vehicle forward under the following conditions:
• Vehicle speed at 40 km/h (25 MPH)
• Apply parking brake with an operating force of 196 N (20.0 kg-f, 44.1 lb-f) set
• Apply parking brake for a period of 30 seconds
CAUTION:
• To prevent lining from getting too hot, allow a cool off period of approximately 5 minutes after
every break-in operation.
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• Do not perform excessive break-in operations, because it may cause uneven or early wear of lin-
ing. A
3. After break-in operation, check pedal stroke of parking brake. Readjust if it is no longer at the specified
stroke. Refer to PB-5, "On-Vehicle Service".
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SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
SERVICE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS (SDS)
Parking Brake INFOID:0000000003772474

Unit: mm (in)
Type Disc rotor with inner drum
Standard thickness (new) 3.79 ± 0.21 (0.149 ± 0.008)
Brake lining
Wear limit thickness 0.5 (0.020)
Standard inner diameter (new) 205 ± 0.13 (8.07 ± 0.01)
Drum inner diameter (disc)
Wear limit of inner diameter 205.7 (8.10)

Parking Brake Control INFOID:0000000003772475

Control type Foot pedal

Number of notches [under force of 196 N (20.0 kg-f, 44.1 lb-f)] 3 – 4 notches
Number of notches when warning lamp switch comes on 1 notch

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