Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6 dCi Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 dCi Allrad, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.5 dCi, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 1.6 LPG, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0, NISSAN Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) 2.0 Allrad View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change front suspension arm on NISSAN QASHQAI (J10, NJ10) [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Control Arm for Qashqai / Qashqai +2 I (J10, NJ10) and other NISSAN models
Tools
Replacement: front lower arm – Nissan Qashqai J10. 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
Replacement: front lower arm – Nissan Qashqai J10. AUTODOC recommends:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right lower control arms.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Nissan Qashqai J10 – 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
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    Raise the front of the car and secure on supports.
  3. Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Nissan Qashqai J10. Tip:
    To avoid injury, hold up the wheel when unscrewing the bolts.
  4. Step 5
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    Remove the wheel.
  5. 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 Qashqai J10. After applying the spray, wait a few minutes.Wear protective goggles.
  6. 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.
  7. Step 8
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  8. 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.
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the rear fastener of the control arm.
  10. 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.
  11. Step 12
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    Disconnect the ball joint from the steering knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  12. 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.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  14. Step 15
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    Unscrew the front arm fastener. Use a drive socket #21. Use a tap wrench.
  15. Step 16
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    Remove the front fastener of the control arm.
  16. Step 17
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    Remove the arm.
  17. 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.
  18. Step 19
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    Install a new arm.
    Replacement: front lower arm – Nissan Qashqai J10. AUTODOC experts recommend:
    During the installation process, use only new bolts and nuts.Do not damage the ball joint cover.
  19. Step 20
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    Install the control arm fasteners.
  20. Step 21
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    Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
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