Change Car Shock Absorbers Nissan Primastar
Change Car Shock Absorbers
| Estimated time | 2h30–3h00 |
|---|---|
| Estimated labour cost | ~250–300£ |
| Difficulty | Easy |
| Vehicles |
Primastar 2002-2016 17
|
| Renew both front shock absorbers | 2h30–3h00 |
| Renew both rear shock absorbers | 1h30–3h00 |
What is the function of Nissan Primastar shock absorbers?
The shock absorber controls the relative movement between the wheel and the vehicle body. This control is essential for good road holding, preventing loss of grip between the tyres and the road surface, and ensuring passenger comfort.
When should you change the Nissan Primastar shock absorbers?
Shock absorber wear is gradual. Warning symptoms include: vehicle sensitive to crosswinds, increased braking distance, difficulty maintaining trajectory in curves, vehicle bouncing excessively over bumps, uneven tyre wear. Replace between 80,000 and 150,000 km. Always replace in pairs.
Is it difficult to change Nissan Primastar shock absorbers?
Difficulty level 2/5: technically easy but requires specific tools (spring compressors for McPherson struts, torque wrench). A wheel alignment is recommended after the work.
2 models covered
| Model | Year Range | Engines covered | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primastar 2002-2016 | 2002-2016 | 1.6 dCi Diesel (R9M-408 (A4)), 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 16V Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (M7)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 115 DPF Diesel (M9R-630 (A6)), 2.0 CDTi 16V 90 Diesel (M9R-7… | Diesel, Petrol |
| Primastar 2019-2025 | 2019-2025 | 2.0 dCi 110 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)), 2.0 dCi 130 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)), 2.0 dCi 150 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)), 2.0 dCi 170 Diesel (M9R-712 (Z7)) | Diesel |