How to Replace FRONT Brake Pads & Rotors on a Nissan Frontier 2005 - 2019 (2nd Generation)

[@MCFIXIT]

THE TOOLS: • Brake Pads - FRONT - Detroit Axle (4-Pad Set) Part # P-1094 - www.detroitaxle.com/part/brak... • Detroit Axle Rotor (x2) Part #s-31412 - www.detroitaxle.com/part/brak... • 14mm, 19mm Socket - Basic Socket Set - amzn.to/3fjRoBd • 1/2in Impact Drill (Rigid) - amzn.to/3vVDUBZ • Ratchet - amzn.to/3xWjE5g • 22mm Impact Sockets (Metric) -amzn.to/3etXiQU • Torque Wrench - amzn.to/3fEIrDi • Flat Head Screwdriver - amzn.to/2RAjTlU • Brake Caliper Compression Tool (x2)- amzn.to/3rlPwzh • Brake Caliper Lubrication - amzn.to/3FZ80Kb • Brake Cleaner - amzn.to/3FW5hkI • Floor Jack (3 Ton) - amzn.to/2R7G96H • Jackstand (3 Ton)- amzn.to/3f3ABC5 • Gloves - amzn.to/3bbfEnu • Safety Glasses - amzn.to/3ux25GO • Shop Towels - amzn.to/2SC8D93 • Cardboard • Wheel Block - 4x4 or solid brick Chapters: 00:00 The Project 00:21 Tools & Supplies 01:38 Jack up & Remove Wheels (21mm) 01:54 Remove Caliper Bolts (14mm) 02:15 Remove Caliper 02:34 Remove Old Pads 02:57 Remove Caliper Clips 03:04 Remove Caliper Bracket Bolts (19m) 03:55 Remove Old Rotor 04:04 Install New Rotor 04:23 Brake Clean New Rotor 05:29 Lubricate Caliper Pins 05:42 Reinstall Brake Caliper Bracket (19mm) 06:38 Compress Caliper Piston 07:23 Install New Brake Hardware 07:46 Install New Brake Pads 09:07 Install New Separate Clips on Pads 10:01 Reinstall Caliper (14mm) 10:30 Reinstall Wheel 10:38 Bleed Brakes Instructions (Optional) This video works on all makes and models of vehicles. The video was done on a 2014 Nissan Frontier. Check out my website at mcfixit.us Links are associate links. A small portion of whatever you buy helps support this channel. Thank you for clicking on the links and purchasing to help out this channel to keep making great content for you! Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of MC FIX IT, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information in the video, post, blog, or social media. MC FIX IT assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. If you feel uncomfortable at any time. Stop and go to a professional. MC FIX IT recommends safe practices when working on vehicles, your house, or any other project and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of MC FIX IT, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not MC FIX IT. #mcfixit #autorepair #frontier #nissan #channgingbrakes #carrepair #mechanical #rearbrakepads -- Supplies used to record this video: * GoPro Hero 7 Black - amzn.to/3f3ALtb * 256GB Flash Drive - amzn.to/33pAueG * Vlogging Frame - amzn.to/33tajE0 * GoPro Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter - amzn.to/2RCURCu * Youmic Lavalier Lapel Mic - amzn.to/2R55sWX * Boom Stand (tripod) - amzn.to/3bdkQaw * 5/8” to 1/4” adapter (boom to blogging frame- amzn.to/3txrVsM * Portable Battery Powerbank- amzn.to/3vJQc0q * 6ft USB to USB-C (powerbank to GoPro)- amzn.to/3uAS5MH

[@anonymousforagoodreason2479]

Bro. You just saved me so much money. My dad worked 10 to 12 hour shifts and never had much time to show me car shit, and now im a guy that works 10 to 12 hour shifts, i have no time to learn car shit in school. You just made learning this so quick and easy. Thank you my friend!

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks so much for your comment! Glad I could assist you!

[@bonniekeating9565]

Great presentation, no annoying music, clear instructions. Good comments on the errors on torque specs and which rotor for drivers and passenger sides. Question: where are the hydraulic jacks postioned to jack up the front end of the Frontier ?

[@MCFIXIT]

It's been a while since I did this video. I believe there was a jack point under the front center of the truck. Yeah, I did mess that up a little on the video, but thankful that we are all here to help one another out. Thanks for commenting!

[@williamturner6882]

Just the KZbin university video I've been looking for. I got quoted a grand for this job.

[@MCFIXIT]

Wow! It just keeps going up! Best of luck on your project!

[@RafaelQuiles]

I have to do this to my 2019 Frontier, I've done brake pads before on other vehicles so it has been a while. Excellent video very clear and easy to follow. thank you!

[@MCFIXIT]

Best of luck on your project. Thanks for the comment and watching my video!

[@Brinxy13]

Excellent video, made it a breeze for my first time doing brakes.

[@MCFIXIT]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@franciscohernandez-uv1gx]

I was worried of doing it myself because of the bleed but now that I saw that is optional man you give me so much hope of doing it and save some money thanks

[@btjunior]

Great video! I wish you also shared the proper position of the jack and jack stand.

[@MCFIXIT]

Next time, I will try to remember to do that! Thanks for commenting. I've been trying to reduce things down in my videos because I get a lot of comments that they are too long.

[@kendrom]

Thank you, sir! Just did my brakes, and saved a few hundred bucks!

[@MCFIXIT]

You are welcome! Thank you so much for commenting and watching my video!

[@jlfish1957]

Thank You!!! Now I feel comfortable doing my own brakes once again..Its been a long time!!!

[@MCFIXIT]

Best of luck on your project! Thanks for watching and commenting

[@redryder1312]

I love my slotted/drilled rotors on my Frontier

[@MCFIXIT]

Yeah, they are very nice! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@GoBigAutoDetailing]

You're suppose to remove the pins and clean them and also clean the holes they ride in and add the tiniest amount of lube. That amount it had was way to much! It actually creates a vacuum inside the mounting hole. Brake pad life would probably be extended if you cleaned and lubed them right.

[@MCFIXIT]

Great tips. Thanks for watching and commenting this!

[@alexanderrodriguez6305]

I also use a sledge hammer to get the rotors off here in pa, they sometimes get rust welded.

[@MCFIXIT]

Yeah. This was done my brothers truck and it’s never seen snow. I’m from Ohio and know the pain of the rust belt!

[@elcrypto3623]

Great job..very well done and easy to follow along. Subscribed😊

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks so much! Thank you for commenting and watching my video

[@douglasheydon846]

Great video. Thanks for putting this together!

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks so much!

[@danhadley3432]

good straight to it video, thanks

[@MCFIXIT]

Thank you. That’s my goal! I appreciate the comment and watch!

[@terryfleming7084]

Good job! No cussing!😂😂

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks for watching! This vehicle is pretty straight forward on a brake job. Hope you have success with it

[@DDan-t7i]

Thanks for the video brother but I think you've misread the torque specs in the service manual and that'll throw a lot of folks off - Gen 2/D40: Caliper Bracket ("member"): 136 ft lb (185NM); Caliper bolts: 20 ft lb (26.48NM); Wheel lugs are correct @ 98 ft lbs. Nissan Factory Service Manual lists 3 x torque specs for each critical fastener, the LAST number in parenthesis is either ft lbs or in. lbs; depending on color of wrench icon. In this case it's listing ft lbs. If folks re-use the caliper bracket bolts (19mm) they could end up w/a sheared bolt @ 185 ft lbs.

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks for adding this!

[@MusicianZero]

Yup, I sheared a bolt attempting 185 ft lb. Appreciate the video despite this. Just need to wait for the parts shops to open up tomorrow and spend a few bucks for a new bolt.

[@mapled3135]

I was going to comment on this. Good looking out.

[@Fetch049]

yeah that makes sense. I was like 185 ft lbs is A LOT of torque.

[@lethalchaos19]

Thank u for the easy video u got 1 subs

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks so much! I appreciate the watch, sub, and comment!

[@meygomez7256]

Thanks a lot for your video. Is the exact same process for a 2022+, same tools and all.

[@MCFIXIT]

That’s great news!

[@puterami123]

I always put a bit of Loctite on the caliper bracket bolts. Also, you should have mentioned the bedding in procedure.

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks for the tips. I am not a fan of loctite on caliper bolts unless recommended by the manufacture. Proper tightening down to specs is all you need.

[@puterami123]

@@MCFIXIT - Almost everytime I take off a caliper bracket I see where there used to be Loctite. When I do, I clean the threads and re-apply.

[@naterface312]

Great video. I'm gonna give it a try on my 2008. Those rotors look cool. What's with the holes and groves?

[@MCFIXIT]

They are a more “performance” look. It’s supposed to allow your rotors to cool quicker

[@killertofu]

How long is the breaker bar you used for the caliper bolts ?

[@MCFIXIT]

I believe I used an 18-in-one. They were my brother's tools, so I don't remember!

[@RisingPine]

Great video, but the torque specs are wrong! It's not 185 ft-lbs. It's only 136 ft-lbs.i learned this only after I broke my bolt trying to crank it to 185. It's 185 N-m. Got your units wrong. Maehhhh

[@jscarfi911]

Remember those slotted rotors are directional

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks for the tip.

[@llimiordorica4539]

Thanks!

[@MCFIXIT]

Welcome! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@xraysandaliens]

are you not using jack stands tho?

[@MCFIXIT]

Yes there are jack stands on. Very much needed for the project.

[@rafaelestrada7284]

Just changed my front rotors and pads. But my pedal brake feels very smooth and also goes way to far down to be able to stop the truck. Do you know why?

[@MCFIXIT]

What’s your brake fluid look like? Dirty? Full? clean? Empty? I sometimes do a break bleed when I change out breaks which helps remove air bubbles and gets some of the older fluid out.

[@rafaelestrada7284]

Well, I noticed that when I pushed back the other piston. The brake fluid overflow

[@rafaelestrada7284]

So adviously it was full and also looks pretty clean. So not sure what I did wrong?

[@ice-man902]

I always paint the calipers just to stop corrosion.

[@MCFIXIT]

That’s an option for sure!

[@alexruppe5955]

where did you find the torque specs?

[@MCFIXIT]

I got them from the service manuel

[@Bastardizers]

What do i do if my caliper bracket bolts won’t budge ? I really don’t want to take it to a mechanic for something so little but so frustrating

[@MCFIXIT]

Try penetrating oil and leave it on over night. That helps a lot. Are you up North in the Rust Belt?

[@jeffd3844]

It wouldn't hurt to give penetrating oil a try. If that doesn't do the trick, here is what I would do: Assuming you don't have a big impact gun, get yourself or borrow a long 1/2" drive breaker bar, at least 18", or preferably 24". Be sure to use a 6-point socket and be sure to keep it fully seated on the bolt head. Last thing you want to do is round off the bolt head. Let us know how it works out.

[@MCFIXIT]

Great tips! Thanks

[@MCFIXIT]

Any luck?

[@PabloVee]

So...is bleeding the line optional? What are the consequences if I don't do this step?

[@MCFIXIT]

Spongy brakes. This helps bleed air out of line. While you did not open the brake system with changing pads & rotors, air is in the system and can easily be bleed at this time

[@PabloVee]

@@MCFIXIT Thank you

[@MCFIXIT]

You are welcome! Thanks for commenting and watching. It means a lot!

[@alanjobe9288]

Just changed out my front brakes using the same kit. Now, my traction control light is on. What gives?

[@MCFIXIT]

I have never experience it do that before when changing out brakes. Changing your brakes should have nothing to do with your traction control light. They are not part of that system. There should be a speed sensor behind your wheel hub which could be giving you a light, but you should not have been messing with that doing brakes and rotors. I do know sometimes on Nissans they do pop up at random times. Is it flashing? Or is it a solid light?

[@oddopops1327]

👍👍😊😊

[@MCFIXIT]

Thank you so much for watching and commenting!

[@koontzman123]

I just got a pair of rotors and they sold me only one kit of brake pads. The pad kit has two brake pads, they said it's all I need. According to this video I need four brake pads. I need to do booth front brakes on my 2010 nissan frontier, pro 4x king cab, 4x4.

[@MCFIXIT]

You will need two rotors and 4 pads per axel. Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@EE-pq9ju]

Is thr torque ranch necessary? What if I don't have one?

[@MCFIXIT]

I would suggest doing it. That’s the specs to ensure your brakes work properly. Without the correct amount of torque things can come lose or too much torque means you can strip bolts or nuts easily. The amount you save by doing it yourself is well worth getting at least a middle grade torque wrench. It has a lot of applications for vehicle repairs.

[@EE-pq9ju]

@@MCFIXIT would you happen to know the spec on a 2019 Nissan Frontier front and rear bolts for the calipers when I install them?

[@artsatzger2086]

1094 not 1049

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks

[@robacejr]

is the same for a 2022

[@MCFIXIT]

The process should be very similar but I'd make sure you get the right pads and rotors for your year, make, and model. I hope that helps!

[@robacejr]

@@MCFIXIT thanks it was exactly the same. 2 - 14m bolts and replace pads and done! Thank you!

[@timsimons8946]

V springs what do they hook into?

[@MCFIXIT]

Holes in the back of the pads (facing the caliper bracket)

[@stephenr2422]

There is one thing incorrect. It is easy to think you have the rotor on the correct side because of the way the groves are pointing. According to my research you actually have the rotors on the incorrect side of the vehicle. Look up correct installation of rotors with groves. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rnelhoh3lr6Ghck

[@MCFIXIT]

Thanks for the tip!