Replacing stabilizer bushings Qashqai j10

Drivers often ignore bushing replacement. It is understandable, because even if they are removed, nothing bad will happen to the car. However, the front and rear stabilizer bushings are what help the car stay level on the road and contribute to normal handling. Therefore, they should not be neglected. In this article, we will tell you how to replace these parts on the Nissan Qashqai J10.

 

Qashqai stabilizer bushings

Replacing the front bushings without removing the subframe

Qashqai j10 front stabilizer bushings

Before starting work, let's say a few words about the outer and inner diameter of the part. It should be such that it not only sits quietly in its "normal" places, but also securely fixed. If it hangs, it will cause rapid wear. To avoid this problem, buy original parts for Nissan Qashqai. Here is the purchase call code: 54613-JD02A. Now you can proceed to the replacement.

At first glance, changing the front stabilizer bushings is quite simple. It is necessary to disassemble the stabilizer, remove the worn parts and put new ones in their place. But in fact, everything is more complicated.

The bushings of the front stabilizer can be unscrewed from below, but it will not be convenient

After removing the stabilizer (and it acts as a connecting element between the body and the suspension), you need something to support the car. For this, a lift is used, and in its absence, a jack. It is better to choose the first option as it creates a more pleasant working environment.

Now you need to unscrew the front screws. For convenience, this should be done from above. We ripped out the three-foot extension between the air filter and the brake fluid reservoir. Using a size 13 gimbaled air gun, remove the bolt. Repeat the same steps on the other side, bypassing the boot, and then raise the supports.

Removing the front stabilizer bushings

The part is removed with a standard screwdriver. Now it can be replaced. Don't forget to use lubricant. The spare part is placed at the back with an opening at the back. Brackets are placed only at the moment when replacement parts are installed on both sides.

The final tightening of the bolts occurs when the machine is on wheels.

Heading about the repair and maintenance of NIssan Qashqai J10 at the link.

Change the rear stabilizer bushings

Free access to the rear bushings

To replace, we raise our Nissan Qashqai with a lift or jack, climb under the car. Immediately behind the muffler is what we need to unscrew; for this we use heads for 17. We replace it with spare parts and that's it.

Spare part number: 54613-JG17C.

New on the left, old on the right

Conclusion

In the article we talk about how to change important details of the Nissan Qashqai. If you have to fiddle a lot with front parts, even a person who understands little about car repair can replace the rear stabilizer bushings. However, if you doubt your abilities, it is always better to contact a car repair shop.