hey im new does any one have printable instructions for replaceing front struts

[p2c2em]

hey im new i just got a nissian pathfinder and it needs a little work and i just want to know if anyone has any detailed instructions on replaceing the front and rear struts, and cleaning and repacking the front wheel bearings

Modified by p2c2em at 6:18 PM 3/24/2007
Modified by p2c2em at 6:56 PM 3/24/2007

[nissandoms47]

I cant find the detailed link that tells everything but ill sum it up.

for the rear shocks

7/8s socket or impact for the top nut, 19mm and a 17mm for the lower bolt

for the front struts

remove the swaybar link bolt, 19mm i think, this one can be a pain if its rusted

2 bolts holding the knuckle to the strut, 19mm and 17mm

1 bolt under the rubber boot on the top of the strut, 19mm? Just give it a few turns, do NOT totally remove the nut

3 bolts holding the top of the strut to the tower, 14mm

after that maneuver the strut around and out.

compress the coils with a coil compresser

remove the top nut and remove the coil

reinstall in reverse order

[p2c2em]

thanks a lot

[Buzzman]

I too wouldn't mind knowing how to pack the front wheel bearings.Last time I had my truck in for service, I was told I should do the front bearings soon. I've done them on older rear wheel drive cars, but never on a 4 by 4. (Mine is an 02.) Any tips are appreciated. Thanks.