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We have info for following modifications of 1996 Nissan Sentra

  • 1996 Nissan Sentra E 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1597, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1996 Nissan Sentra GXE 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1597, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1996 Nissan Sentra XE 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1597, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A
  • 1996 Nissan Sentra GLE 1.6 L4 GAS, CC:1597, Fuel Injection, Engine VIN:, Desg:A

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Sentra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Sentra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Diagnosis & Testing -> 1993 300ZX -> 1993-94 240SX -> 1993-94 MAXIMA -> 1993-95 ALTIMA -> 1993-95 PATHFINDER -> 1993-95 QUEST -> 1994-96 300ZX -> 1995-96 240SX -> 1995-96 MAXIMA -> 1996 ATLIMA -> 1996 PATHFINDER -> 1996 QUEST -> 200SX & 1995-96 SENTRA -> Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Clearing Diagnostic Trouble Codes -> Diagnostic Trouble Code Diagnosis -> NX 1600, NX 2000 & 1993-94 SENTRA -> PICKUP -> Wiring Circuits
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Sentra GLE 1.6 L4 GAS

Accessing Diagnostic Trouble Codes

When a problem occurs in the ABS system, a warning light will flash on the instrument panel. To activate ABS self-diagnosis, ground the self diagnosis (check) terminal located on the data link connector. Refer to Figs. through for self-diagnostic procedures. The location of the malfunction is indicated by the number ABS warning light flashes. Refer to Figs. through for warning lamp flash codes.

Diagnostic Trouble Code Diagnosis

When performing system diagnosis, refer to wiring circuits and diagnosis procedure charts.

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Sentra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Sentra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

DISC BRAKES -> CALIPER SERVICE -> AD14VB, OPZ11V & OPZ11VB -> Except AD14VB, OPZ11V & OPZ11VB -> Front -> Overhaul -> Rear -> Replacement
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Sentra E 1.6 L4 GAS

Front
Replacement
  • Raise and support front of vehicle and remove wheel.
  • Disconnect brake hose from brake tube.
  • Remove caliper assembly from spindle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.
Overhaul
  • Remove pin bolts and separate cylinder body from torque member, Figs. through .
  • Remove pad retainers, shims and brake pads.
  • Feed compressed air gradually into caliper port and force out piston(s) with dust seals.
  • Remove piston seals, sub pins, main pins and dust seals, Fig. through .
  • Reverse procedure to assemble.
Rear
Replacement
Except AD14VB, OPZ11V & OPZ11VB
  • Disconnect parking brake cable a...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Sentra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Sentra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

HYDRAULIC BRAKE SYSTEMS -> COMPONENT REPLACEMENT -> Master Cylinder, Replace
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Sentra XE 1.6 L4 GAS

Master Cylinder, Replace

Do not spill brake fluid on painted areas, it may cause paint damage.

  • Connect a vinyl tube to the bleeder screws.
  • Depress brake pedal, open bleeder valves and drain fluid into suitable...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Sentra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Sentra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Electrical Components Inspection -> Actuator Motor Relay -> Altima, NX 1600, NX 2000, Sentra & 200SX -> Maxima, 240SX & 300ZX -> Pathfinder & Pickup -> Quest -> Solenoid Valve Relay -> Wheel Sensors
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Sentra GXE 1.6 L4 GAS

Altima, NX 1600, NX 2000, Sentra & 200SX

Wheel Sensors

Check resistance between wheel sensor connector terminals, Fig. . Resistance should be 1.0-1.25 K-ohms.

Actuator Motor Relay

Check continuity between motor relay terminals as shown in Figs. and .

Solenoid Valve Relay

Check continuity between solenoid valve relay terminals as shown in Figs. and .

Maxima, 240SX & 300ZX

Refer to Fig. ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Sentra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Sentra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

POWER BRAKE UNITS -> DESCRIPTION
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Sentra GXE 1.6 L4 GAS

The vacuum assist diaphragm assembly multiplies the force exerted on the master cylinder piston in order to increase the hydraulic pressure delivered to the wheel calipers or cylinders, while decreasing the effort necessary to obtain acceptable stopping performance.

Vacuum assist units get their ene...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 1996 Nissan Sentra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 1996 Nissan Sentra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Anti-lock Brakes -> Precautions -> Brake Fluid Safety
Vehicle: 1996 Nissan Sentra XE 1.6 L4 GAS

Brake Fluid Safety

Do not allow brake fluid to contact painted areas, never reuse brake fluid ...

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