Nissan Sentra Service Manual: Brake fluid
Inspection
BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
- Make sure that the brake fluid level in the reservoir tank is between the MAX and MIN lines.
- Visually check around the reservoir tank for brake fluid leakage.
- If the brake fluid level is excessively low, check the brake system for leakage.
- If brake warning lamp remains illuminated after parking brake pedal is released, check the brake system for brake fluid leakage.
BRAKE LINE
- Check brake line (tubes and hoses) for cracks, deterioration or other damage. Replace any damaged parts.
- Check for brake fluid leakage by depressing brake pedal under a force of 785 N (80 kg-f, 177 lb-ft) for approximately 5 seconds while engine is running.
CAUTION:
If brake fluid leakage occurs around joints, retighten or replace damaged parts as necessary.
Brake pedal
Inspection
BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT
Check the brake pedal height (H1) between the dash lower panel (1)
and the brake pedal upper surface.
Brake pedal height (H1) : Refer to BR-54, "Brake Pedal" ...
Brake master cylinder
Inspection
Check for brake fluid leakage at the following areas:
Master cylinder mounting face
Reservoir tank mounting face
Brake tube and brake tube connections
Brake hose and brake hose ...
Other materials:
Body component parts
Moonroof panel assembly
Roof panel assembly
Front roof rail
Roof rail
Rear roof rail
Moonroof frame assembly
Hood assembly
Front fender (RH, LH)
Outer front door panel (RH, LH)
Outer rear door panel (RH, LH)
Front door assembly (RH, LH)
Rear door assembly (RH, LH)
Fron ...
Drive belt
Automatic tensioner
Generator
Water pump
Air conditioner compressor
Crankshaft pully
WARNINGBe sure the ignition switch is in the OFF
or
LOCK position before servicing drive belt.
The engine could rotate unexpectedly.
Visually inspect the belt for signs of ...
Vehicle load capacity
Do not exceed the load limit of your vehicle
shown as “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo” on the Tire and
Loading Information label. Do not exceed
the number of occupants shown as
“Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Loading
Information label.
To get “the combined weight of ...
