Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 Di 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 DCi FWD, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.5 4x4, NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 DCi View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

How to change a rear shock strut on NISSAN X TRAIL T30 [TUTORIAL AUTODOC]

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All the parts you need to replace – Shock Absorber for X-TRAIL (T30) and other NISSAN models
How to change Shock absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 dCi 4x4 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Shock absorber
How to change Suspension Strut on Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 dCi 4x4 – step-by-step instructions for straightforward car repair
Suspension Strut
Tools
Replacement: suspension strut – Nissan X Trail T30. Tools you might need:
Wire brush
WD-40 spray
Brake cleaner
Ceramic grease
Copper grease
Torque wrench
Combination spanner #17
Drive socket # 14
Drive socket # 17
Drive socket # 19
17-mm strut nut socket
D10-mm strut nut socket
Wheel impact socket #21
Ratchet wrench
Hammer
Plastic trim tool
Hydraulic strut spring compressor
Crow bar
Hydraulic transmission jack
Wheel chock
Replacement: suspension strut – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Both shock struts of the rear suspension should be replaced simultaneously.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right shock struts of the rear suspension.
  • Please note: all work on the car – Nissan X Trail T30 – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    How to change Shock Absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2001 - free PDF and video manuals
    Open the boot lid.
  2. Step 2
    How to replace NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 4x4 2002 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Remove the cover of the boot side lining. Use a plastic trim tool.
  3. Step 3
    Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 Di 4x4 2003 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Clean the fasteners of the shock strut upper mount. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  4. Step 4
    Changing Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4 2004 by yourself
    Loosen the suspension strut rod nut. Don't unscrew it completely. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  5. Step 5
    How to remove NISSAN X-TRAIL 2.2 dCi 2005 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Loosen the upper fasteners of the suspension strut. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Nissan X Trail T30. Tip from AUTODOC:
    Do not completely unscrew the upper fasteners as they may hold also other suspension components.
  6. Step 6
    Secure the wheels with chocks.
    Step 7
    How to replace Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2006: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Loosen the wheel mounting bolts. Use wheel impact socket #21.
  7. Step 8
    How hard is it to do yourself: Shock Absorber replacement on Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 DCi FWD 2007 - download illustrated guide
    Raise the car.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    If you are using a jack, make sure it rests on a flat surface without any unevenness.Be sure to additionally secure the car with jack stands.
  8. Step 9
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    Unscrew the wheel bolts.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Warning! To avoid injury, hold the wheel while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan X Trail T30
  9. Step 10
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    Remove the wheel.
  10. Step 11
    NISSAN X-TRAIL 2.2 dCi 4x4 Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Clean the fastener that connects the sway bar link to the suspension strut. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  11. Step 12
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2011 2.2 dCi 4x4 by yourself
    Unscrew the fastener connecting the stabilizer link to the shock strut. Use a drive socket #14. Use a ratchet wrench.
  12. Step 13
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    Remove the stabilizer rod.
  13. Step 14
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    Remove the fastener attaching the brake hose to the shock strut. Use a crowbar. Use a hammer.
  14. Step 15
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Nissan X Trail t30 2001 2.2 dCi Shock Absorber
    Detach the brake hose from the shock strut.
  15. Step 16
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    Clean the fastener that connects the suspension strut to the stub axle. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  16. Step 17
    How to change Shock Absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2001 - free PDF and video manuals
    Unscrew the fastener that connects the suspension strut to the rear knuckle. Use a combination spanner #17. Use a drive socket #19. Use a ratchet wrench.
  17. Step 18
    How to replace NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 4x4 2002 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Support the rear knuckle. Use a hydraulic transmission jack.
  18. Step 19
    Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 Di 4x4 2003 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Unscrew the upper fasteners of the shock strut.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Important! Hold the suspension strut while unscrewing the fastening bolts. Nissan X Trail T30
  19. Step 20
    Changing Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4 2004 by yourself
    Remove the fastening bolts.
  20. Step 21
    How to remove NISSAN X-TRAIL 2.2 dCi 2005 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Detach the shock absorber from the rear knuckle. Use a crowbar.
  21. Step 22
    How to replace Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2006: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Remove the suspension strut.
  22. Step 23
    How hard is it to do yourself: Shock Absorber replacement on Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 DCi FWD 2007 - download illustrated guide
    Clean the mounting seats of the shock strut. Use a wire brush. Use WD-40 spray.
  23. Step 24
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    Set the suspension strut on the spring compressor tool.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Note that when using a spring compressor, spring coils need to be securely gripped, compressing the spring on the opposite sides.Ensure the correct position of the spring in the retainer.Make sure that the spring coils tightly entered the lock handles.
  24. Step 25
    Changing of Shock Absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2009 won't be an issue if you follow this illustrated step-by-step guide
    Compress the spring.
  25. Step 26
    NISSAN X-TRAIL 2.2 dCi 4x4 Shock Absorber replacement: online guides and video tutorials
    Remove the strut piston rod nut. Use a drive socket #17. Use a ratchet wrench.
  26. Step 27
    Replacing Shock Absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2011 2.2 dCi 4x4 by yourself
    Remove the top strut mount.
  27. Step 28
    X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 2012 Shock Absorber DIY replacement workshop manual
    Remove the shock absorber dust cap and the bump stop.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: suspension strut – Nissan X Trail T30. Carefully inspect the mount, the boot, and the bump stop of the shock absorber. Replace if necessary.
  28. Step 29
    How to change Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2013 - tips and tricks
    Release the coil spring.
  29. Step 30
    Step-by-step recommendations for DIY replacement Nissan X Trail t30 2001 2.2 dCi Shock Absorber
    Remove the spring.
  30. Step 31
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    Remove the old shock absorber from the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
  31. Step 32
    How to change Shock Absorber on Nissan X Trail t30 2001 - free PDF and video manuals
    Install the new shock absorber on the hydraulic coil spring compressor.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Before installing a new shock absorber you should pump it manually 3-5 times.
  32. Step 33
    How to replace NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.2 dCi 4x4 2002 Shock Absorber - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    Install the spring on the shock absorber.
  33. Step 34
    Nissan X Trail t30 2.2 Di 4x4 2003 Shock Absorber replacement: free workshop manuals
    Compress the spring.
  34. Step 35
    Changing Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2.0 4x4 2004 by yourself
    Install the dust sleeve and the bump stop on the new shock absorber.
  35. Step 36
    How to remove NISSAN X-TRAIL 2.2 dCi 2005 Shock Absorber - online easy-to-follow instructions
    Install the upper strut mount and the strut mount bearing.
    Replacement: suspension strut – Nissan X Trail T30. AUTODOC recommends:
    Make sure that the suspension strut is installed in the correct position, according to the markings.
  36. Step 37
    How to replace Shock Absorber on NISSAN X-TRAIL (T30) 2006: download PDF manuals and video instructions
    Tighten the shock strut piston rod nut. Use a 17-mm strut nut socket. Use a D10-mm strut nut socket. Use a torque wrench. Tighten it to 60 nm torque.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Check to make sure the spring is positioned correctly. Avoid its misalignment.
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