How to Replace Front Brakes 08-12 Nissan Rogue
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 120 min · Nissan Rogue
Replace front brake pads and rotors on a 2008–2012 Nissan Rogue, clean and inspect the bracket slides, and restore pedal pressure before testing at low speed.
Tools you will need
- Socket Extensions
- Torque Wrench
- 14mm Socket
- Jack Stands
- 18mm Socket
- 19mm Socket
- Brake Parts Cleaner
- 21mm Socket
- Bearing Grease
- Flat Blade Screwdriver
- Bungee Cord
- Slip-Joint Pliers
- Ratchet
- Wire Brush
- Floor Jack
- 1/2 Inch Breaker Bar
Parts and supplies
- Front brake pads
- Front brake rotors
Steps
- Raise the vehicle and remove a wheel
Loosen the lug nuts with the vehicle on the ground. Lift the front at an approved point, support it on jack stands, and remove the wheel to access the brake assembly.
- Remove the caliper, bracket, and pads
Remove the caliper guide bolts and lift the caliper off, supporting it with a bungee so the hose is not strained. Unbolt the bracket, slide the rotor off, and remove the old pads.
- Clean and prepare the bracket
Remove the pad shims and clean the bracket contact surfaces. Inspect the slide pins, clean away old lubricant, and apply a light coat of brake lubricant only to the specified sliding points; keep all friction surfaces clean.
- Install the replacement rotor and pads
Clean the new rotor with brake cleaner and place it on the hub. Refit the bracket and pads, retract the caliper piston smoothly with suitable pliers, then reinstall the caliper and tighten its fasteners to vehicle specification.
- Reinstall the wheel and check the brakes
Mount the wheel and hand-start each lug nut. Lower the Rogue and tighten the lugs in a star pattern to the vehicle specification, pump the pedal until firm, and perform a cautious low-speed brake check.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.