How to carry out replacement: Control Arm 2.0 dCi 4x4 Nissan X-Trail T31
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How to change rear suspension lower control 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, 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) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.0, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31) 2.5 4x4 … View more

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Tools
Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #16
Combination spanner #18
Combination spanner #21
Drive socket # 18
Drive socket # 21
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Hammer
Pin punch
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
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Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • 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 #21.
  2. Step 3
    Raise the rear of the car and secure on supports.
    Step 4
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    Replacement: rear suspension lower control arm – NISSAN X-TRAIL (T31). AUTODOC recommends:
    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 the control arm fasteners. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  5. Step 7
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    Make a mark on the camber adjustment bolt.
  6. Step 8
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the rear subframe. Use a combination spanner #21. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 9
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the control arm to the rear knuckle. Use a combination spanner #18. Use a drive socket #21. Use a ratchet wrench.
  8. Step 10
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    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer bar with the control arm. Use a combination spanner #16. Use a drive socket #18. Use a ratchet wrench.
  9. Step 11
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    Support the arm. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  10. Step 12
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    Remove the fastening bolt. Use a pin punch. Use a hammer.
  11. Step 13
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    Remove the fastening bolt.
  12. Step 14
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    Remove the arm.
  13. Step 15
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    Clean the mounting seats and the thread of the suspension arm. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  14. Step 16
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    Install a new arm.
  15. Step 17
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    Install the fastening bolts.
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