Precautions for Brake System

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Nissan Maxima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Always use new brake fluid. Refer to "RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ".
Never reuse drained brake fluid.
Be careful not to splash brake fluid on painted areas; it may cause paint damage. If brake fluid is splashed on painted areas, was it away with water immediately.
To clean or wash all parts of master cylinder, disc brake caliper and wheel cylinder, use clean brake fluid.
Never use mineral oils such as gasoline or kerosene. They will ruin rubber parts of the hydraulic system.
Use flare nut wrench when removing and installing brake tube.
Always tighten brake lines to specified torque when installing.
Burnish the brake contact surfaces after refinishing or replacing drums or rotors, after replacing pads or linings, or if a soft pedal occurs at very low mileage. Refer to "BRAKE BURNISHING .

Fig 1: Identifying Commercial Service Tool

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

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Clean brake pads and shoes with a waste cloth, then wipe with a dust collector.