Shock absorber struts Nissan Qashqai

The rear shock absorbers of the Nissan Qashqai j10 car can work properly up to a run of 80 km. Unfortunately, in conditions of imperfect road surface in the Russian Federation, suspension problems can be observed after 000-15 thousand km. Regardless of the reason for the replacement, the work must be carried out very carefully, without making mistakes. This article will provide basic instructions for replacing front and rear suspension struts, as well as how to use similar products in place of the original factory shock absorbers.

Original Nissan Qashqai J10 and J11 shock absorbers: differences, specifications and part numbers

You should know the main differences between the suspension elements of related car models. Sometimes these products are interchangeable, but if the design is different, then even a slight discrepancy in technical parameters can become an obstacle to installing a new part.

Front

Front shock absorbers Nissan Qashqai of both generations are divided into right and left. For J10 factory products, they are identified by the following item numbers:

• E4302JE21A — right.
• E4303JE21A - left.

Front strut standard features:

• Rod diameter: 22 mm.
• Case diameter: 51 mm.
• Case height: 383 mm.
• Travel: 159 mm.

Attention! For the Nissan Qashqai J10, you can also buy struts from the Bad Roads series, which have an increased stroke of 126 mm.

For the Nissan Qashqai J11 model, the product parameters will vary depending on the country of production:

1. Russian (article: right. 54302VM92A; left. 54303VM92A).

• Rod diameter: 22 mm.
• Case diameter: 51 mm.
• Case height: 383 mm.
• Travel: 182 mm.

1. English (articles: right. E43024EA3A; left. E43034EA3A).

• Rod diameter: 22 mm.
• Case diameter: 51 mm.
• Case height: 327 mm.
• Travel: 149 mm.

Attention! If the car will be operated on the territory of the Russian Federation, then it is better to choose racks of domestic assembly, more adapted to bad roads.

Rear

The rear shock absorbers of the Nissan Qashqai J10 are also not divided into right and left, but have slight differences for operation in Europe and Japan. The item numbers are as follows:

• E6210JE21B is standard.
• E6210BR05A - for Europe.
• E6210JD03A - for Japan.

Frames for the second generation of this car model also differ depending on the country of production:

• 56210VM90A - Russian installation.
• E62104EA2A - English mount

Nissan Qashqai rear shock absorbers have the following main features:

• Rod diameter: 22 mm.
• Case diameter: 51 mm.
• Case height: 383 mm.
• Travel: 182 mm.

For the Nissan Qashqai J11, which will be operated in Russia, it is also necessary to purchase and install domestically assembled spare parts.

What shock absorber struts to install to replace the regular ones

Original shock absorbers are not always of the highest quality for installation on some car models. In the Nissan Qashqai J10, you can also pick up analogues that will surpass factory products in some respects.

Kayaba

The well-known Japanese manufacturer of suspension elements did not bypass the car of this brand. For installation on Nissan Qashqai, it is recommended to purchase Kayaba racks with numbers 349078 (rear) and 339196 - right and 339197 ur. (before).

Saxon

According to the reviews of Nissan Qashqai car owners, Sachs shock absorbers "serve" much longer than the original products, cope well with road irregularities, but have a serious drawback - high cost. To install on this car, you need to purchase products with article numbers 314039 (rear) and 314037 - on the right. 314038 lev. (before).

SS-20

SS 20 shock absorbers are also ideal for installation on cars of this brand. Depending on the operating conditions, the trunks of this manufacturer are divided into Comfort Optima, Standard, Highway, Sport.

More long-stroke from Ixtrail

A good option to raise the suspension is to purchase and install shock absorbers from Ixtrail. Luggage carriers from this manufacturer not only have a large stroke, but are also perfectly optimized for operation on rough roads.

The need to replace shock absorbers and the causes of their failure

It is simply necessary to change the shock absorbers if the strut rod is stuck in the body. When the product has flowed, it will also have to be changed in the near future. A malfunction of this part not only reduces the comfort of driving, but can also adversely affect other elements of the body.

There may be several reasons for the malfunction:

• Manufacturer defect.
• Mechanical effects of excessive force.
• Natural wear and tear

Attention! Oil shock absorbers are very sensitive to low air temperatures and can quickly fail when operating in severe frost.

Instructions for replacing shock absorbers Nissan Qashqai J10

If it is not recommended to repair the engine and gearbox of a modern car in garage conditions, then installing new shock absorber struts with your own hands can be easily done without negative consequences. This process is not as complicated as it might seem at first glance, and if you follow the instructions clearly, the work will be done at a professional level.

Required tools

To replace the racks, you just need to prepare a set of keys, a jack and a hammer. If the threaded connections are rusty, it is recommended to treat them with a penetrating lubricant 20 minutes before starting work. To repair the car, you may also need wheel chocks, and to increase safety - blocks, logs, tires, which should be placed under the bottom of the car with the wheel hung out.

Attention! To replace Nissan Qashqai shock absorbers, it is best to use a set of socket heads and a ratchet handle.

Replacing the rear shock absorbers

Work on replacing the rear shock absorbers is carried out in the following sequence:

• Remove the wheel.
• Raise the car.
• Remove the top and bottom mounting bolts.
• Remove the defective part.
• Install a new shelf.

In the process of installing a new shock absorber, it is necessary to tighten all threaded connections with high quality.

Replacing the front shock absorbers

The algorithm for replacing the front shock absorbers is slightly different, since some of the work will have to be done from the side of the engine compartment. The process of installing new racks is as follows:

• Open the hood.
• Remove windshield wipers.
• Remove the flywheel (attached to the covers).
• Remove the wheel.
• Disconnect the brake hose bracket.
• Disconnect the wires from the ABS sensor.
• We unscrew the stabilizer bar.
• Remove the steering knuckle bolts.
• Unscrew the cup holder.
• Remove damper assembly.

After removing the frame, the spring is fixed with special ties, after which the shock absorber is removed. Installation of a new part must be carried out strictly in the reverse order of removal.

Conclusion

Installing new shock absorbers on a Nissan Qashqai, as a rule, does not take much time. The recommendations specified in the article are fully suitable for any car of this type, including those produced between 2008 and 2012.