"How To Change The Rotors and Brake Pads on 1998 Nissan Altima GXE"

1998 Nissan Altima GXE Disc Brake

I have an 1998 Nissan Altima GXE. The rotors and brake pads are bad because they make noises and crunching noises when I’m driving. This is gonna be the first job I do on my 1998 Nissan Altima GXE for by myself. So I want to know if it is hard to do. I don’t have much experience with car repairs. So I want to know if it is difficult to do.

Answer: You will need metric sockets, probably a 13 and 15 mm. A hammer and a C-clamp. Remove the tire. Unbolt the caliper and remove from the knuckle and rotor. If the old rotor will not pull off, you may need to tap out with a hammer. Spray down the new rotor with brake cleaner, do not wipe or touch with your hands. Do the same with the new pads. Allow both to air dry. Remove the old pads from the caliper. Using an old pad, place over the piston (some models have a double piston) and compress using a C-clamp, Use the hardware supplied with the new pads. Press into the caliper. Slide the caliper over the new rotor and replace bolts. NOTE: If you don’t open the brake lines, there is no need to bleed the brakes. Do only one side at a time.