Nissan Versa

 Sedan Service Manual

Suspension » Front suspension (FSU) » Front coil spring and strut
Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly using power tool. Refer to WT "Adjustment".
2. Remove brake hose lock plate from strut assembly.
3. Remove stabilizer connecting rod from strut assembly. Refer to FSU "Removal and Installation".
4. Remove strut bolts and nuts from steering knuckle.
5. Remove stopper insulator lock nut and stopper insulator.
6. Remove strut assembly.

INSTALLATION

Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

• Secure the head of strut piston rod to keep it from rotating, then tighten the stopper insulator lock nut to the specified torque.

  CAUTION: Do not reuse stopper insulator lock nut.

• Do not reuse the nuts that secure the strut to the steering knuckle and stopper insulator lock nut.
• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to FSU "Inspection and Adjustment".
• After replacing the strut assembly, always follow the disposal procedure to discard the strut assembly. Refer to FSU "Disposal".

Removal and Installation

Disassembly and Assembly

Disposal