Changing the brake rotors of any car is a fairly simple maintenance process. This is a good thing, because it is also a very frequent maintenance item. Changing out your Nissan 240SX’s brake rotors is a simple task that should take any moderately competent mechanic less than a half an hour per wheel.

With the car securely on jack stands, remove the wheel. You can use the wheel as a seat while you work. Loosen the caliper mounting bolts and remove it from the suspension or axle.

Do not allow the caliper to hang by the brake hose; instead, suspend it from the body or suspension with a length of stiff wire. A wire clothes hanger works will. Remove any set screws and pull the rotor off. Install the new rotor and set screw. Install new brake pads after compressing the caliper’s piston with a clamp or channel locks. Be sure not to compress it too far, or damage can result to the seals. Reinstall the brake caliper and tighten the caliper mount bolts. Be certain to set them to the exact manufacturer torque specifications. Over tightened mount bolts can sheer off, and loose bolts can fall out. Replace the wheel, torque it, and you are done replacing the rotors. Anytime you replace your Nissan 240SX’s brake rotors and pads, allow for a hundred miles of driving time before they have “bedded in” together. During this time, your stopping distances will be increased, so drive carefully. You can order Nissan 240SX brake rotors or any other brake parts from our easy to use online parts catalogue.There are a number of rotors available, so research them carefully and choose the rotor that best fits your needs.