Change Car Shock Absorbers Nissan Qashqai

Change Car Shock Absorbers

Easy 1h30–5h00 ~150–500£
Estimated time 1h30–5h00
Estimated labour cost ~150–500£
Difficulty Easy
Vehicles
Qashqai 2007-2013 8
  • 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K)
  • 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K)
  • 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K)
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (HR16DE)
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (HR16DE)
  • 1.6 dCi Diesel (R9M)
  • 2.0 dCi Diesel (M9R-832)
  • 2.0 Petrol (MR20DE)
Qashqai 2014-2023 5
  • 1.2 DiG-T Petrol (HRA2DDT)
  • 1.3 DIG-T Petrol (HR13DDT)
  • 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K-636)
  • 1.6 dCi Diesel (R9M-410)
  • 1.6 DiG-T Petrol (MR16DDT)
Renew both front shock absorbers 1h30–5h00
Renew both rear shock absorbers 0h30–0h45
Renew both rear shock absorbers Rear torsion-beam suspension 1h30
Renew both rear shock absorbers Independent rear suspension 0h45

What is the function of Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai 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 Qashqai 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.

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3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Qashqai 2007-2013 2007-2013 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K), 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K), 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (HR16DE), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (HR16DE), 1.6 dCi Diesel (R9M), 2.0 dCi Diesel (M9R-832), 2.0 Petrol (MR20DE) Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Qashqai 2014-2023 2014-2023 1.2 DiG-T Petrol (HRA2DDT), 1.3 DIG-T Petrol (HR13DDT), 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K-636), 1.5 dCi Diesel (K9K-872), 1.6 dCi Diesel (R9M-410), 1.6 DiG-T Petrol (MR16DDT), 1.7 dCi Diesel (R9N-401) Diesel, Petrol
Qashqai 2021-2025 2021-2025 1.3 DIG-T mHEV 48V (MHEV),Petrol (HR13DDT) 48V (MHEV), Petrol

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