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How to Replace the Timing Belt on a Nissan Qashqai

Model: Nissan Qashqai J10 - Years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014
Part: Timing belt

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Before you can start, you need to open the bonnet of your Nissan Qashqai. Begin by removing the timing belt cover.

Next, loosen and remove the tensioner. By doing this, you will free the timing belt, which you can then remove, completing the disassembly.

To fit the new belt and align it, simply reposition it with the pulleys in the correct position, then close everything up following these instructions in reverse, and the replacement will be successfully completed.


Updated on 3 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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