Front Brake Pad Replacement: G37 Sport / 370Z - Motorvate's DIY Garage Ep. 7
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- čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
- In this episode of Motorvate’s DIY Garage, we show you how to replace the front brake pads on your G37 with sport package or 370Z.
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Ty, love these brakes easiest brake pad change I've ever done, shout out to engineers for making this very easy to do.
Hey airman20012001,
I agree! Also you are now "trained" to change brake pads on just about every sport bike (motorcycle) as they also use a fixed caliper.
GREAT Clear Video Motorvate. AWESOME JOB WITH THE ANGLE and AUDIO! I just changed all 4 brakes, and this is my second time. I'm not a very skilled mechanic- in fact I try to stick to the "Simple Stuff". At first it seems intimidating coming face to face with those Big Calipers. Remember it's really no harder than doing an oil change. That Under Tray is what ends up adding 20 minutes to remove, and put back on! haha Its super easy to change pads. If You Can do an oil change- You can do pads (if the rotor is still good)...
My first time over 1 year ago I did Rotors and Pads- This past week I did all 4 corner Pads. My rotors were still Fine! It amazes me how most shops, and internet warriors will say "You Must Do Rotors with Pads!" Technically yes if you feel like wasting $400+. If the rotors are within spec, and you had no issues with warping or pulsating with the old pads, the New Pads will bed in just fine... Just give the rotors a good spray with brake cleaner! Maybe take a minute to very lightly scuff the rotor with some medium sandpaper just after a soak with brake cleaner to get whatever pad particles off the rotor if you want to go a little extra. You don't even have to bleed them if you have clean fluid in the system, and the petal was firm (no air in system) prior to changing the pads. Its so simple the car will never notice the little extra depth of the new pad.
I encourage anyone that can Jack the car up properly, or do an oil change to Save Hundreds on Labor to Do It Yourself! The first time doing all 4 sides might take you 2 hrs, but going at a slow pace, and learning how to physically hands on do it will make you feel so good every time you hit the brakes! You will say "I did that, and understand what goes into it", at least I do...
Hey Danno TheMan0,
Thanks for your kind words and I really appreciate your comments on the multiple angles and audio. The hardest part of making a good video is getting good audio.
I love the magic of CZcams... after watching a single video, you can learn something and maybe even save some money. :)
Overall, great video! Very clear and easy to follow. Why not do the best practice and change the rotors or at least have them turned as well? I think it's 3 bolts to remove the caliper and some bungee cord to support it while you remove the rotor. I have not had good luck not turning the rotors or replacing them. I do also recommend new hardware each time or every other time as well as it's just a few more bucks for a kit.
Hey Paul's Trains,
With the price of brake rotors today, it may be better to replace them. In this case the rotors were still thick enough and there was no brake pulsing.
As for the hardware, do what you feel comfortable with. From what I have seen, the OEM hardware is much higher quality than the cheaper after market. So I clean the OEM hardware and use it until it is no good/rusted, then I might put in the new aftermarket hardware.
Thanks for the comment :)
Very informative and easy to follow. I will definitely be using this as a guide for my brake job later! Job well done sir.
Hey ItsJussJ,
I'm glad to hear that. The sport brakes are just about the easiest to change brake pads on. :)
Very well illustrated, thanks. This is even easier than on my old Miata.
Glad it helped
I tried to do mine this week end and I have a seize piston FML I had to order a caliper repair kit from Rockauto. It should be here this week.
Glad you caught it now!
Thank you for the help , was quoted 250 for this job , did it myself 20 min
I love to read comments like this!!
The sport brakes are just about the easiest brake pads to change.
Thanks for your comment!
This is the best tutorial for this on youtube thanks a ton !
Wow, why thank you!!
amazing job.. your DIY vid helped a lot!!!
Hey Eric Min,
Thanks! May your car stop smooth and straight. :)
Many people seem to think that replacing brake pads is difficult or dangerous to do yourself. And they think ABS makes this MORE difficult.
As you know this is not true and you can save yourself some money and DIY.
Great step by step!!! Now at least I know I can change my pads if I ever don't want to have it done somewhere
Glad I could help!
hello. Thank you very much for the detailed explanation. i really can not make mistakes with this explanation. My question is which pads should you buy? And is there a model worth ordering? I live in Israel so here it's a little harder to buy pads for akebono. A little less common. But I can still order from Amazon
I watched all your videos. And I really liked. Thank you.
Hey thanks for watching my videos!! I love the fact that you watched from Israel.
I do like the original Infiniti pads, but if they are not an option then maybe try Hawk pads or EBC yellow stuff pads.
@motorvateDIY Thanks for this video mate, I have a 2017 QX70S here in Australia that has the same brakes and your video (along with the rear pad video too) came in very handy. Cheers!
I'm glad it helped! The sport brakes are the easiest brakes I have ever done :)
Extremely helpful video tutorial! Can you please make one on changing out the spark plugs?
Hey Lenox C,
Yes I will.... when my plugs need to be changed. That should be in about 9-12 months.
Thanks for your kind words!
Sweet I can now do my own brakes!!
Hey PipsUniversity,
Awesome... Another happy Motorvate's Do It Yourself Garage customer :)
You want to make sure to clean the rotor surface with brake cleaner every time you change your pads. ESPECIALLY if you are changing to a new pad material. This way you get the new pad material on the rotor. They will never bed in properly if you don't do this. It's how the pads work. Transfer of material to the rotor.
Hey 1tokeover,
Thanks for your comment.
Typically only performance brake pads work by transferring pad material onto the brake rotor. (like Carbotech)
These are the regular Infiniti OEM pads and they don't transfer any pad material onto the rotor.
Do you recommend any particular rotors or pads for track use? Also do you swap in a more viscose oil for extended lapping?
Hey Brad_0,
Based on my last track day, the stock rotors are ok, but the stock pads are not up to the punishment of the track.
I will be testing different pads in the late spring/early summer and will let you know the resutls.
As for the oil, 5W30 should be fine, BUT you should add an oil cooler. The VQ37 do run high oil temperatures at high RPM / high engine load.
Motorvate been jiggle jiggling since before it was cool
That's funny!
Thanks for the comment :)
Doing a sport brake upgrade on my G and having to rebuild it already disassembled with no instruction has been a PITA for me. I got EBC pads and they don't seem to be shaped at the top the exact same as the stock pads [they are the correct part however] because the spring and pins don't line up well. I am using new pins and springs for the assembly so I am thinking I need to force the pin through the spring and help it conform to the pins because I see how easy it is for you to do but it wasn't so straight forward for me
Edit: I think the seller gave me non OEM hardware for the brakes as I see there is a difference between yours and mine. Nice
Hey KC,
As shown in the video, the pins should slide in fairly easy when everything is aligned up.
With the proper brake springs/hardware I suspect you will be all set! Good luck!
I hope you see this... because I will be changing my brake pads very soon & and a question, do I have to press on the brake pedal every time? Or can I press it once all 4 sides are done?
Hey Jesus Lpz,
(I assume you are talking about pushing on the brake pedal to seat the new bake pads against the rotor)
Yes, if you have changed the front and rear brake pads, you can press the brake pedal and seat all brake pads. You might need to pump the brake pedal a few times, until it feels solid.
Good luck!
Great video! Where did you purchase the bag of grease and pin clips? I am planning on ordering brake pads directly from Infiniti part store but I don’t think those are included.
Hey Harvey Wong,
The small bag of grease and pin clips came with the new Infiniti pads.
You should be good to go :)
Motorvate DIY thank you for your reply! Just out of curiosity, do you have any personal preference between the G37/Q50/Q60 Akebono Front Track Pad or Race Pad or Street Pad?
parts.infinitiusa.com/p/INFINITI__Q60/G37Q50Q60-Akebono-Front-Track-Pad/92652896/41060-HC210-INF.html
Hey Harvey Wong,
I have only used the normal Infiniti pads. They work well and have a low amount of dust. They even held up ok during a track day.
I think those "Track pads" are the same as Akebono's performance pads akebonobrakes.com/performance.
I do have a set of Yellow Stuff pads I hope to try at the track next month, if the track is open.
awesome video man! very detailed
Thanks for your kind words and thanks for watching!
Hi man thanks for the video, do you need to do something special before replacing the other side pads ? Like starting the car or pumping the brakes ? Best regards Andi
If you want you can pump the brake pedal to fully seat the new pads, or just do that when both fronts have been changed.
There's no need to grease the shim. The purpose of the shim is so you don't have to use grease on the back of the pad. Rub up against it with something and you won't hear anything. And you're suppose to grease the ears of the metal spring clip where it touches the pads.
With many things, there is more than one way to do something.
The video follows the steps shown in the factory shop manual.
Thanks for your comment!
@@MotorvateDIY I haven't bought pads that didn't come attached with shims already installed in years. No reason why factory pads shouldn't already come with them.
On the G37, the Nissan/Infiniti pads don't have the "built in" shims.
For what ever reason, they use multi layered, stainless steel shims.
All the aftermarket pads I have seen, have the "built in" shims.
I've used both and haven't had any noise issues.
What brake pads do you recommend?
So glad I only have the journey g37 style brakes
Why? The sport brake pads can be replaced without removing the caliper... that makes it quick and easy.
BUT the calipers are a little more difficult to remove than the traditional "floating calipers" (like on the Journey) as the hard steel lines need to be slightly bent to remove the caliper.
So... I call that a "tie" :)
@@MotorvateDIY i just pop one bolt on my caliper (top bolt) and loosen bottom one, pop new brake pads in, press with old brake pad, and im done
:)
Thank you very much for all these videos!!! Please please please keep these coming!
Hey Tigerlui531,
You are very welcome and yes, more videos are in development. :)
Don't you damage the rotors by using a wrench to push the piston back in?
Nope. Why do you think that?
These videos are fantastic! Thank you so much.
Question: Would it be the same process for G37X Coupe?
Hey Josh H,
Thanks for your kind words...
As for the G37X brakes being the same, they are not. The sport brakes are VERY different than the G37X brakes. (Sport has fixed calipers and the G37X has floating calipers.
I'm sure with a quick search, you will find what you are looking for :)
@@MotorvateDIY Seems like the S Brakes are much simpler to replace. Any good links to see how its done for the g37x?
@@101theinsane Yes, the Sport brakes are VERY easy to change the pads. As for the G37X, I don't I know of any good videos.
Thanks a lot for this video!! First time changing mine now I did my passenger side and notice brake fluid is almost about to over flow.. should I somehow try to Osborb some or just put a rag over it to catch because I’m sure when I do drivers side it will overflow
Hey Pete Rock,
I'm glad the video was helpful!
I think the best way to remove brake fluid from the master cylinder is to use a turkey baster. Then there is no chance of lint or anything else getting into the brake fluid.
Here is a link to one of our episodes where we change brake fluid and use a turkey baster:
Changing Brake Fluid: G37 Sport / 370Z - Motorvate's DIY Garage Ep. 10
czcams.com/video/s_0CSMzK1aI/video.html
Motorvate DIY thanks for the quick reply, unfortunately I don’t have one and I’m just going to put a rag around it for overflow
That will work too :)
Thanks great vid
Glad you enjoyed it
which brand and model did you use for front brake pads?
In this video I used the stock Infiniti pads as they work well and give good brake feel.
In the fall of 2022, I replaced the rotors and pads with a local brand from Canadian Tire "OEM Plus". They feel very similar to the stock pads/rotors at half the price.
Glad you pushed the pins "oat"
What do you mean???? That's how you say it.
Well, in Canada anyways :)
do you have to take off the brake reservoir cap in order to push the pistons in?
No, but you should. Here's why:
As the brake pads wear, the brake fluid level will drop. If any brake fluid has been added to "top up", when you press in the caliper pistons, the level will rise AND if the cap is on, brake fluid can spray onto the car's paint and it starts to eat it.
If the cap is off, it just drips down over the edge. (ideally onto a rag)
You said to check the brake fluid, how do I do that and make sure it’s not too full!! And also what if the package didn’t come with grease or clips. Also people tell me to have c clamps, do I have to change them ??
The brake master cylinder has a MIN and MAX line. Basically you don't want the brake fluid flowing out of the master cylinder as it tends to strip paint off metal.
If your replacement pads didn't come with clips, use a small wire brush and clean up the old ones.
As for grease, I like to use the sticky black grease known as "moly"
The C clamp is needed to slowly push the caliper piston into the caliper. If you don't the new pads won't fit.
Great video! Thank you!
Glad you liked it!
Thank you so much! That was great!
Hey Scott Nagami,
Well, I'm glad you found it helpful :)
Hey there, After I change my brakes do I need to bed in my brakes? or be gentle? worried and confused. Thanks!
Hey cotes42,
For stock or stock replacement brakes, just take it easy for the first while. You will still have brakes, but as they wear in, they will get a little better. You might feel a firm pedal, but the car is not stopping as quick compared to the old brakes - this is normal and will get better as they wear in.
Hi, thanks for the video. Do you need to open the caliper bleeder valve before pushing the piston? Some reviewers saying if you do not do so that will destroy the ABS. Thanks in advance.
Hey Mina Bekhit,
For the G37, there is no need to open the bleeder before pushing in the caliper piston, according to the factory shop manual.
Other cars may be different.
Thnx for the quick response. Where can I buy the factory shop manual?
Hey Mina,
No need to buy it, just google "nicoclub g37 factory manual" :)
Enjoy :)
Motorvate DIY Thank you very much.
Great video. Thank you
Glad you liked it!
Perfect. Thank you sir.
Hey Bryant Walley,
Glad to help :)
Hello there, awsome vid, what year? I have a 2013 g37X coupe sport and here squeeking in the back, is it the same in the rear also as far as changing the pads
Hey CRIPPYMAN,
It is a 2011 and changing the rear pads are similar. Or watch this: czcams.com/video/Fm9Q54JO8Jg/video.html
Motorvate DIY I did, after I watched the first vid I went threw all of your vids and found that one too. Looks so easy. Thank you again and excellent videos. Ya saved me money from a dealer. :)
Hey CRIPPYMAN,
You are very welcome and I am glad you saved some money :)
Great video. Right to the point and easy to follow. Keep it up !
Glad you liked it!
Did the 09 sport came with these upgraded breaks?
Hey Eli,
Yes... well sort of... The "G37 S" have these brakes, but the G37x S had the regular brakes.
Motorvate DIY makes sense
Motorvate DIY did you get to change the rear differential bushing mine went out about 3 weeks ago...
Hey Eli,
I was planning on changing it, but then I had an idea to fix it for $20 in 20 minutes:
czcams.com/video/fXYdemPSu2s/video.html
PLEASE WILL THIS SAME METHOD WORK ON AN 2013 INFINTI G37 IPL COUPE
I don't know what brakes you have on the G37 IPL...
There are 2 types of brakes for the G37. Normal and Sport. This video shows how to change the pads on the Sport brakes.
If you brake calipers look the same as the ones in the video, you are good to go :)
Does the car need to be in neutral to turn the wheel?
Hey Kevin Fuller,
Nope! But to prevent the steering lock from clicking in, you will need to have the keys/start button in the "run" or "on" position with the engine off.
Do you have to calibrate after installing new front brake pads for Akebono 4pot caliper?
Generally, after replacing pads/rotors there is no "calibration" that needs to be done. You should be good to go!
@@MotorvateDIY what if i just replace front pad while using same rotors?
That's fine. For me, I usually use up 2 sets of pads for each rotor.
Keep in mind, at the beginning of using new pads on an old rotor, the brakes are not as effective. This is because the pad surface is flat, and the rotor surface will have a slight contour to it.
As the new pad wears in, then you will have 100% pad to rotor surface contact.
do non sport base models with rwd have the shims that need to be swapped to the other pads?
Hey Usman Tahir,
It depends on the replacement pads you have purchased.
Some pads come with the shims "built in" to the pad backing. In that case you don't use the factory shims and everything works ok.
From my experience, the factory shims are usually a higher quality than what comes with the cheaper replacement pads, so after a cleaning and inspection I usually use the factory shims if they are in good shape.
I'm a little concern about the brake pad and rotors I just ordered online. my question is, does the break pads have to be specific to the infiniti type brake caliper?
Hey Hieu,
Yes, the G37 has two types of brakes. The video shows the "sport package" brakes for a rear wheel drive G37 Sport.
The all wheel drive and non-sport rear wheel drive G37 have a different brake caliper and a different brake pad is needed.
Thanks for clarifying my concern. My order came with the correct pads and rotors, that is the Power Stop K4138 Front and Rear Z23 Evolution Break Kit. Thanks again for sharing your knowledge and experience with us. I have now save hundreds of dollars by switching to Motorvate DIY!
Well Hieu,
Your comment has made my day. Thank you!
How come there isn’t a link for the brakes on these videos? I just got back from auto zone and literally told them the calipers are the sports package but they didn’t want to sell me the brakes you can literally tell there’s 4 calipers in the front.
As mentioned in the video, these are the stock brake pads, that are from the Infiniti dealer.
A sport package, doesn't always mean you have the sport brakes.
If your calipers look like the ones in the video, you have the sport brakes. If your calipers are not pained, you have the regular / non-sport brakes.
Do you have to bleed the breaks ?
No need to bleed the brakes after replacing brake pads.
However, it is a good idea to change the brake fluid every 2-5 years.
@@MotorvateDIY do you have a video for that too?
I do!
Hello I have a 2013 Infiniti g37s I was wondering what size of rotor I have in order for me to buy break pads
Hey 6048741miguel,
If your calipers are silver like in the video, you have the "sport brakes" and the front rotors are 14" (355mm) in diameter and 1.26" (32mm) thick.
If you have the AWD version of the G37 the front rotors are 12.6" (320mm) in diameter and 1.1" (28mm) thick.
Good luck!
Thank you
Hey Samuel Laneau,
Anytime :)
Where did you get your brake pads from?
Those pads are from the Infiniti dealer. They are not the cheapest option, but they do last long, almost no dust and feel good under hard braking.
@@MotorvateDIYah I see thank you, I bought them off of like a Z1 website and I noticed that there’s a cm of brake peeking out, would I be fine?
I don't understand what you mean by "a cm of brake peeking out" brake rotor??? brake pad???
@@MotorvateDIYnevermind I found my problem lol. Also is it a must to bleed the brakes after?
Amazing job and very clear explanation.
Hey Robert Haddad,
Thanks for your kind words! I hope the video helped you save some money and you did it yourself!
what if the brake fluid over flows
If it does over flow wipe it up ASAP. Brake fluid is an excellent paint remover. Metal without paint will rust ASAP.
Where can I buy this molly grease at?going to be changing my breaks soon being of this video :)
I also had trouble when buy breaks as they said I need the right size?how can I tell my size
Hey Swing Team,
You should be able to buy that black moly grease at any auto part store. The brand doesn't matter, as they are all black and sticky.
Do your calipers looks like the ones in the video? If they do, you have the "sport brakes" with a 14" front rotor and a 13.8" rear rotor.
Otherwise you have the "non-sport" or regular brakes: 12.6" front rotor and 12.1" rear rotor.
@@MotorvateDIY yea I do have the ones in the video this really helped a lot thank you 🙏 💯
You are welcome! I'm happy the video was helpful to you :)
I had a question so I noticed on one of my rotors on the driver side it wobbles loosely I have the sport package 370z and I’m not sure if it’s normal or not when I’m going around 80 or 75 I feel like a slight Wobble from the steering wheel it goes and comes any idea what it could be the passager side is fine it’s just the driver side
Hey James Nunez,
I am not sure I understand your car's issue:
If your brake rotor wobbles when you firmly push or pull on the tire (at the top/bottom/left & right edge), your hub bearings are VERY worn and the hub needs to be replaced. If you can lift the wheel off the ground using a jack, this test is much easier to do.
If you feel a wobble when you brake while on the highway, your brake rotor could be warped, or have thickness variation. Re-surfacing the rotor or replacing it should fix the issue, or you can leave it as there is little change to braking performance.
Motorvate DIY it’s kind of hard to explain pretty much like theres a certain wobble in the steering wheel when going at a certain speed on the highway but it doesn’t happen when braking
Hey James Nunez,
To me that sounds like a tire that is out of balance or a bent rim.
How long have the tires been on the car?
Motorvate DIY I’ve had the car for 2 years now it’s a 17 sport model 370z
Motorvate DIY I did the tire method to see if my bearing was loose or a tie rod but everything is pretty solid beside that wobble at a certain speed u think it could be the rotor needs to be replace ?
Hi there! I heard that if you push in caliper pistons separately and not at the same time, this could result in damaging the caliper. What are your thoughts?
Hey CravenM69,
I really don't see how you could damage the caliper.
I think the worst case would be if you don't pay attention, while you are pushing in a caliper piston, you completely push out another piston.
Dealer wants nearly $400 to change my fronts on my 37S. I'm looking to do this myself. I can do a lot of car DIYs but have never changed brakes before. Seems simple enough, but I'm kind of nervous. Any gotchas I should be worried about?
Hey WdnUlik2no,
How urgent do they need to be changed?
If you can wait 3-4 weeks, I should have a new episode and show how to change the rotors on a G37 Sport.
I probably have about 4000 - 6000 miles left on the front brakes. Not terribly urgent but will be soon.
I just may have that episode done before you need it :)
Let me know about that episode, I am also interested!
Hey derekrubiano,
Will do... My front rotors have 85,000 miles on them now and have a horrible shake when braking firmly at highway speed. I should be replacing them in November and will make it an episode.
Keep in mind, this will only relate to the SPORT brake (14") package.
What are the rotor size for g37 sport coupe?
Front and back anybody know
If you have the Sport Brakes they are:
Front: 14.0"
Rear: 13.8"
Non-sport rotors are:
Front: 12.6"
Rear: 12.1"
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Nope... I'm Frank :)
I have a question are those what people call brembo brakes Because I have the same ones for the back and the front and I don't know what breaks to buy I would appreciate if anybody can answer my question please thanks👍👍👍
Hey Joel Morales Joel Morales,
That's a difficult question to answer without knowing what you want to spend, how the car is driven (street/track) etc.
Making the decision more difficult there are MANY different brands to pick from.
You might want to do a search on a G35/G37/350z/370z forum or join a Facebook group and ask there.
For me, I do like stock pads, but they cost about $120.
Akebono sports brakes, G37 coupe W/ sports package is what u look for
Hey Deezy H,
Thanks for answering Joel's question. My reply completely missed his question!
What do you do when you’re pushing the pistons in and the brake fluid starts overflowing?
Hey Blue Spider,
Do your best to wipe up the brake fluid and spray the area with brake cleaner.
Brake fluid can dissolve paint, so you want to remove it as quickly as possible.
Next time, keep an eye on the brake fluid level while pushing in the caliper pistons and it it gets to high, use a turkey baster to remove some fluid.
Good luck!
You habe cool videos
Hey Lbb Burke,
Thanks! I hope you found some of them helpful :)
@@MotorvateDIY l Lot help. Thanks.
is it a different process on the rear brakes?
It is mostly the same and as it turns out, this Friday's (Nov 25) video is how to change the rear brake pads. It is like you can see the future. :)