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#33 of 84 Re: Removing Rear Drums from 2000 Quest [swami2302] by steve_ HOST Jul 15, 2007 (4:37 pm)
Replying to: swami2302 (Jul 14, 2007 11:50 am) I haven't done mine on my '99 Quest. The manual doesn't make it look too difficult. It first says that the drum comes off when the parking brake lever is fully released. Then it goes on for 6 short paragraphs about what to do if the drum doesn't come off easily.   There's an adjuster plug that you remove and then you shorten the adjuster to make more room (clearance) between the brake shoe and the drum. Then you install two bolts into the two holes in the drum. Tighten them gradually. The bolts are described as M8 x 1.25, whatever that means. That's all it says but my guess is that tightening the bolts will pop off the drum. Other people (on other cars) just pound on the drum with a rubber hammer to work it free.   Let me know if you need pics and I'll try to get my scanner working.   Steve, visiting host
#34 of 84 16K miles and two sets on an "06 by tjshan Jul 24, 2007 (8:01 pm)
wanted to see what you guys think, I have posted here befor so you can get the background but the skinny is we have 16K miles on our '06 quest 3.5SL and the dealer is replacing the front rotors again. they were replaced at 8K miles for warping and the dealer at that time said he would put them through warrenty this once...now 8K miles again he is doing it again why???He says there was a "kinda" recall and the new discs are of a better material then the old so they wont warp...may be dealer BS but I wanted to see if anyone had heard anything. I also asked him if the 07 had a different brake rotor...he said no...06 to 07 brakes were exactly the same...any thoughts? seems odd we can not get a cohesive story on this issue from nissan or the dealers.   Tom ' 06 in NY
#35 of 84 Re: Nissan Quest 2004+ Brakes [cirruss] by rzacharias Aug 17, 2007 (10:49 am)
Replying to: cirruss (Dec 20, 2006 9:38 pm) My 04 Quest pulsated fiercely during braking. Mileage was only 11,000km. Dealer said they would replace the rotors but without telling me, just turned them instead. Now, at 60,000km the problem is back and Nissan Canada still refuses to give me new rotors, citing that they are still "within spec". It should be noted we've had over 21 warranty claims on this vehicle, including one that resulted in a vehicle recall. (my son almost lost a finger in the tilting mechanism of the second row seats) We are getting discouraged with what is our second Nissan new vehicle purchase. Don't think I'll be buying another one any time soon. Replies to this message: carzzz (Aug 27, 2007 6:26 pm) dtownfb (Aug 28, 2007 8:49 am)
#36 of 84 quest brake problem by gakp Aug 27, 2007 (3:44 pm)
help my terrific van is acting up. 1999 with 97000 mi. left front brake continues to hold pressure. i've replaced pads, brake line,caliper and master cylinder. NO HELP. someone suggested abs modulator but not sure and can't seem to find one. Suggestions? thanks Replies to this message: jhadaway (Oct 10, 2007 5:20 pm)
#37 of 84 Re: Nissan Quest 2004+ Brakes [rzacharias] by carzzz Aug 27, 2007 (6:26 pm)
Replying to: rzacharias (Aug 17, 2007 10:49 am) Our 05 Quest needs an other set of rotors:   Original: overheated under 4000 km (no charge) 2nd set: overheated under 8000 km (50% discount of $340) 3rd set: overheated under 3000 km (will see the update)   I only put 17,000 km on this van. If Nissan need me to pay anymore $$, i will never buy any Nissan Vehicle. Also, I will order a set of Frozen rotors and see how long it could last. Replies to this message: dtownfb (Aug 28, 2007 8:49 am)
#38 of 84 Re: Nissan Quest 2004+ Brakes [carzzz] by dtownfb Aug 28, 2007 (8:49 am)
Replying to: carzzz (Aug 27, 2007 6:26 pm) The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. If it were my vehicle and I had three sets of rotors warp, I would find a good independent mechanic and have them perform the brake job. What your Nissan dealership is doing is not working. He/she will install rotors and pads that they are comfortable with. Not sure I would necessarily go with Frozen Rotors. There are quality rotors for much less. Talk to your mechanic. I had goo d luck with Wagner rotors on my old Explorer.
#39 of 84 Re: slotted drilled [cirruss] by carzzz Sep 21, 2007 (5:48 pm)
Replying to: cirruss (Apr 25, 2007 2:31 pm) Hi, Cirruss   can u give me some update on the frozen rotors? I am about to purchase a complete set of frozen rotors + Hawk pads! Replies to this message: cirruss (Sep 21, 2007 7:09 pm)
#40 of 84 Re: slotted drilled [carzzz] by cirruss Sep 21, 2007 (7:09 pm)
Replying to: carzzz (Sep 21, 2007 5:48 pm) Update - 10,000 miles and the Frozen rotor still good, no pulsing or warping. Haven't had to worry about any brake problems for many months.
#41 of 84 Re: Constant brake problems [garycox] by terryharris Sep 23, 2007 (5:10 am)
Replying to: garycox (Mar 07, 2007 7:04 am) Yes it is a design problem but it can be alleviated by smooth brakeing. My wife had an Altima and was constantly warping rotors. I have 40,000 on 04 Quest with original brakes. She brakes fairly hard then eases off until total stop. I always try to brake evenly from onset to total stop therefor heat is evenly distributed throughout the stop process. Try it, it works. Replies to this message: steve_ (Sep 23, 2007 7:31 am)
#42 of 84 Re: Constant brake problems [terryharris] by steve_ HOST Sep 23, 2007 (7:31 am)
Replying to: terryharris (Sep 23, 2007 5:10 am) I was reading the other day about driving techniques when you first get in the car - if you are gentle with the brakes the first mile or so, you give them a chance to warm up and that also lessens the risk of warping. Hard braking with cold rotors isn't good for them.   Steve, visiting host

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