How to carry out replacement: Shock Absorber dCi 120 Interstar
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How to change front shock absorbers on NISSAN Interstar Platform/Chassis – replacement guide

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This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi 140, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi 150, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi 120, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi 115, NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis dCi 100 … View more

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Replacement: shock absorbers – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. List of the tools you'll need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
All-purpose cleaning spray
Ceramic grease
Torque wrench
18 mm socket
21 mm socket
30 mm socket
24 mm wheel impact socket
Ratchet wrench or power tool for removal/installation of threaded fasteners
Tommy bar
Spring compressor
Transmission jack or a second vehicle jack
Car lift or jack with jack stands, and wheel chocks
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Replacement: shock absorbers – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. Professionals recommend:
  • Replace shock absorbers in pairs on an axle.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock absorbers of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out the replacement steps as follows:
  1. Step 1
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    If you are going to use a jack, secure the wheels with chocks.
  2. Step 2
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    Loosen the wheel fasteners. Use a 24 mm wheel impact socket. Use a tommy bar.
  3. Step 3
    Raise the vehicle.
    Replacement: shock absorbers – NISSAN INTERSTAR Platform/Chassis. AUTODOC recommends:
    If you are using a jack, make sure the car is parked on a hard, flat surface.Make sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel fasteners.
    Caution!
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the fasteners.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. Step 6
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    Support the steering knuckle. Use a transmission jack or one more vehicle jack.
  6. Step 7
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    Clean the fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  7. Step 8
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    Loosen the fastener connecting the control arm to the subframe. Use a 30 mm socket. Use a tommy bar.
  8. Step 9
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    Clean the shock absorber fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  9. Step 10
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    Unscrew the lower fastener of the shock absorber. Use a 21 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  10. Step 11
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    Unscrew the upper fastener of the shock absorber. Use an 18 mm socket. Use a ratchet wrench.
  11. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolts.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the shock absorber.
  13. Step 14
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    Clean the shock absorber mounting seats. Use a wire brush. Use an all-purpose cleaning spray.
  14. Step 15
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    Install the new shock absorber.
    AUTODOC recommendation:
    Before installing the new shock absorber, make sure to prime it if the part manufacturer recommends doing so. Holding the part upright, compress it and let it extend on its own 3–5 times.
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