Parts for your 2010 Nissan Serena-Struts

2010 Nissan Serena struts — what they do and how to look after them

Struts are relevant to the 2010 Nissan Serena. Technical documentation shows the Serena (C25 late model and early C26 introduced in 2010) uses a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam with separate shocks at the rear. See: Nissan Serena C25/C26 Factory Service Manual – Front Suspension (MacPherson strut), Nissan electronic parts catalog/diagrams listing complete front strut assemblies and top mounts, and aftermarket catalogues (e.g., KYB Excel-G/Monroe) that list “Front: Strut, Rear: Shock” for 2010 Serena. Together, these sources confirm the vehicle is fitted with front struts.

Up front, the struts do the heavy lifting. Each front strut is a shock absorber wrapped in a structural housing that also supports the spring and locates the wheel. On the Serena, that setup keeps the van planted, soaks up bumpy roads, and holds wheel alignment steady through corners and braking. Because the strut ties directly into steering geometry, its condition shows up as tyre wear, vague steering, and braking feel.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to give the Serena’s front struts a once-over every 20,000–30,000 km, or any time there’s a knock or handling change. Look for oil seepage down the strut body, torn dust boots, cracked bump stops, perished top mounts, and uneven or cupped front tyres. Many owners find replacement around 80,000–120,000 km keeps things tight, especially on rough Kiwi and Aussie roads.

• Replace struts in pairs to keep left–right balance.
• Use new top mounts, bearings, boots and bump stops when you’re in there.
• Get a proper wheel alignment straight after the job — camber/caster can shift with new hardware.
• Torque the lower bolts and top nut to spec with the vehicle at ride height to avoid bushing preload.

If the front end thumps over speed bumps, the steering wanders on the motorway, or the nose dives hard under brakes, the struts are waving a flag. Fresh units bring back clean steering response, shorter stopping distances, and even tyre wear — saving dollars over time. Quality OE-equivalent struts (KYB/Monroe/Sachs) suit daily family duties well, while heavy-duty options help if the Serena often carries a full crew and gear. A competent DIYer with spring compressors can do the job, but many prefer a workshop for safety and to nail the alignment. Either way, keeping the Serena’s front struts in good nick makes school runs and road trips calmer, quieter, and safer.

Tech references (no outgoing links): Nissan Serena C25/C26 Factory Service Manual – Front/Rear Suspension sections, Nissan electronic parts catalogue diagrams for front strut assemblies, KYB and Monroe application catalogues for 2010 Serena (Front: MacPherson strut, Rear: shock/coil on beam axle).

FAQs

Are there struts on the rear of a 2010 Nissan Serena?
The rear of the 2010 Serena uses a torsion beam with separate coil springs and shock absorbers, not struts. Only the front suspension is MacPherson strut. So if you’re shopping parts, you’ll order front struts and rear shocks.

How often should front struts be replaced on a Serena?
Inspection every 20,000–30,000 km is a good habit. Many will last 80,000–120,000 km, but rough roads, heavy loads and age can shorten that. Replace when there’s oil leakage, knocking, poor ride, or uneven tyre wear, and always do both fronts together.

Do I need a wheel alignment after replacing Serena front struts?
Yes. Replacing struts can alter camber and toe slightly. A post-install alignment ensures proper tyre wear, stable braking and straight tracking on the motorway.