Altima, Frontier, Maxima, Pathfinder 2WD, Sentra & Xterra
Raise and support vehicle. On Frontier, Pathfinder and Xterra, remove front left tire. On all models, using 2 pressure gauges, attach one to a front brake bleeder and one to a rear brake bleeder. Bleed air from front and rear pressure gauges. Depress brake pedal slowly until front brake pressure reading is achieved. Check rear brake pressure. See PROPORTIONING VALVE PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS table. If not within specification, replace dual proportioning valve (separated type) or master cylinder assembly (built-in type).
PROPORTIONING VALVE PRESSURE SPECIFICATIONS
| Application | Front Brake Applied Pressure psi (kg/cm2 ) | Rear Brake Output Pressure psi (kg/cm2 ) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altima (Built Before 12/98) | |||
| Except SE | 782 (55) | 356-412 (25-29) | |
| SE | 924 (65) | 498-555 (35-39) | |
| Altima (Built After 12/98) | |||
| Except SE & SE | 924 (65) | 498-555 (35-39) | |
| Frontier | 924 (65) | 498-555 (35-39) | |
| Maxima | 1067 (75) | 739-796 (52-56) | |
| Pathfinder 2WD | 924 (65) | 498-555 (35-39) | |
| Sentra | |||
| 1.8L | 1067 (75) | 740-796 (52-56) | |
| 2.0L (W/O ABS) | 924 (65) | 548-604 (38-42) | |
| 2.0L (W/ABS) | 924 (65) | 597-654 (42-46) | |
| Xterra | 924 (65) | 498-555 (35-39) | |