Nissan Rogue (T33) 2021-Present Service Manual: Removal and Installation :: Rear Shock Absorber

Exploded View

	Shock absorber mounting bracket		Bound bumper		Shock absorber
	Japan production models		North America production models
	: Nissan Ariya Vehicle front
	: N·m (kg-m, ft-lb)
	: Always replace after every disassembly.

Removal and Installation

REMOVAL

Remove tires. Refer to Exploded View.

Set jack under front lower link.

CAUTION:

• Check the stable condition when using a jack.

• Never damage front lower link with a jack (A).

  

Remove shock absorber mounting bolt (lower side).

Remove shock absorber mounting bolts (Upper side).

Remove shock absorber.

Perform inspection after removal. Refer to Inspection.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

• Perform final tightening of fixing parts at the vehicle installation position (rubber bushing), under unladen conditions with tires on level ground.

• Perform inspection after installation. Refer to Inspection.

• After replacing the shock absorber, always follow the disposal procedure to discard the shock absorber. Refer to Disposal.

Disassembly and Assembly

DISASSEMBLY

Remove rear shock absorber. Refer to Removal and Installation.

Secure rear shock absorber in vice.

CAUTION:

• Do not damage shock absorber piston rod when removing components from shock absorber.

When removing piston rod lock nut use Tool (B) to hold piston rod while using Tool (A) to loosen piston rod lock nut.

ASSEMBLY

Install dust cover onto shock absorber mounting.

Install shock absorber onto shock absorber mounting.

Use Tool (B) to hold piston rod while using Tool (A) to tighten piston rod lock nut to specification.

Remove shock absorber from vise.

CAUTION:

• Do not damage shock absorber piston rod when removing components from shock absorber.

Inspection

INSPECTION AFTER DISASSEMBLY

Check the following items, and replace the part if necessary.

• Shock absorber and bushing for deformation, cracks, and other damage.

• Piston rod for damage, uneven wear, and distortion.

• Oil leakage

INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Check rear shock absorber for deformation, crack, and damage. Replace it if necessary.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Check wheel alignment. Refer to Inspection.

Disposal

Set shock absorber horizontally to the ground with the piston rod fully extracted.

Drill 2 – 3 mm (0.08 – 0.12 in) hole at the position () from top as shown in the figure to release gas gradually.

CAUTION:

• Wear eye protection (safety glasses).

• Wear gloves.

• Be careful with metal chips or oil blown out by the compressed gas.

NOTE:

• Drill vertically in this direction show by arrow.

• Directly to the outer tube avoiding brackets.

• The gas is clear, colorless, odorless, and harmless.

Position the drilled hole downward and drain oil by moving the piston rod several times.

CAUTION:

Dispose of drained oil according to the law and local regulations.