How to carry out replacement: Control Arm 2.0 dCi 4x4 Nissan X-Trail T31
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How to change front lower arm on NISSAN X-Trail (T31) – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). Tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 19
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Tap wrench
Hammer
Flat chisel
Crow bar
Wheel chock
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Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • Please note: all work on the car – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #17.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  3. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  4. Step 6
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    Clean all joints of the arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  5. Step 7
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    Unscrew the ball joint fastening to the steering knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #18. Use a tap wrench.
  6. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the rear fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Remove the rear fastener of the control arm.
  9. Step 11
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    Release the fastener connecting the ball joint to the steering knuckle. Use a flat metal-working chisel. Use a hammer.
  10. Step 12
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  11. Step 13
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  13. Step 15
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  14. Step 16
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    Remove the front fastener of the control arm.
  15. Step 17
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    Remove the arm.
  16. Step 18
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  17. Step 19
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  18. Step 20
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    Install the control arm fasteners.
  19. Step 21
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    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
Comments – 2
  • s. p.
    09.04.2024 16:56
    Member
    No mention of raising the hub before tightening the control arm to the chassis ? Nissan clearly state no bolts should be tightened until load is on the suspension as this could damage the new control arm
    • Jessica_L
      10.04.2024 06:37
      s. p.
      Member
      Yes, you're right, it will be useful for us. Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
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