Across 2 Nissan vehicles we track, 3 scan tools are verified for EPB Reset in maker coverage lists. Autel MaxiCOM MK808S is verified on 2 of the 2, TOPDON Phoenix Lite 2 on 1. Function names differ by tool: “Start brake pad replacement / Finish brake pad replacement”, “Start Brake Lining Replacement / Complete Brake Lining Replacement (ABS)”.
| Vehicle | Tool | Status | Function (maker's wording) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021+ Nissan Rogue | Autel MaxiCOM MK808S | ✓ Supported | “Start brake pad replacement / Finish brake pad replacement” Checked for model year 2021 |
| 2021+ Nissan Rogue | TOPDON Phoenix Lite 2 | ◐ Partial | “Start Brake Lining Replacement / Complete Brake Lining Replacement (ABS)” Checked for model year 2021; path: TOPDON tool > Diagnostic Functions > Phoenix Lite 2 > Passenger > Nissan > ROGUE(SGW) > 2021 > Special Function. EPB marked partial: pad-replacement mode wording, not explicit EPB. TPMS only on/off switch; battery only 'Discharge Current Clear' - not counted.; version not listed by TOPDON |
| 2021+ Nissan Rogue | Launch X-431 PRO | ◐ Partial | “Start Brake Lining Replacement / Complete Brake Lining Replacement (ABS)” Checked for model year 2021; path: qcar: North America > Professional diagnostic > X-431 PRO > Nissan > ROGUE(SGW) > 2021 > Special Function. EPB partial (pad replacement wording). |
| 2019+ Nissan Altima | Autel MaxiCOM MK808S | ✓ Supported | “Start brake pad replacement / Finish brake pad replacement” Checked for model year 2021 |
Tools not listed are not yet verified for this job on these vehicles, which is not the same as unsupported.
Retracting the rear caliper motors into service mode before pad work, then re-applying and often calibrating afterwards. Some vehicles have a pedal-and-switch service mode; many need a scan tool.
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Verified in maker coverage lists: Autel MaxiCOM MK808S (2 of 2 Nissan vehicles), TOPDON Phoenix Lite 2 (1 of 2 Nissan vehicles), Launch X-431 PRO (1 of 2 Nissan vehicles).
2021+ Nissan Rogue, 2019+ Nissan Altima.