In this guide, you will learn how to replace the front strut assembly on Nissan Quest. In this guide, we are replacing both the coil spring and the strut. The tools to remove the spring and the time saved to make it worth it to consider replacing both the suspension strut assembly and coil as one piece. Replacing the front struts yourself can help you save several hundred dollars. New front struts for Nissan Quest can be purchased online for $150-$250 a pair. Installing Nissan Quest struts and shocks takes most DIYers about 2 to 3 hour and a few basic tools.
Park your Nissan Quest on a level surface. Set the parking brakes and make sure the shifter is in Park position.
Open the hood of your Quest.
Locate the points where you can safely jack up your Nissan Quest.
Jack up your Quest and place a jack stands to secure your vehicle. Always use jack stands to support your car. Jack alone is not safe.
Remove the plastic cover to access the top strut bolts.
Remove the three bolts that fasten the front strut to the frame.
Remove the bolt that secures the front strut to the steering knuckle. Also, remove the nut from the sway bar link and disconnect it.
Remove Nissan Quest strut by pulling it away. Make sure that if the ABS cable or the brake hose is connected to the strut assembly to remove them before pulling away from the strut.
Install the new strut in reverse order. Tighten the bottom bolts to specification, typical values have been provided below. Check with your dealer to verify torque specs for front suspension strut bolts.
Tighten top strut bolts to specification. Lower your vehicle carefully and make sure to get the front wheels aligned on your car.
These are typical values and may vary between models. Check with your dealer or an auto mechanic for the correct torque specifications for your car.
| Application | Torque |
|---|---|
| Front Wheel Lug Nuts |
Typical: 90 ft-lbs |
| Stabilizer Link |
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| Strut to steering knuckle |
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| Top Strut Mounting Bolts to Frame |
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