Parts for your 2010 Nissan X-trail-Gas struts

2010 Nissan X‑TRAIL Gas Struts

Technical sources confirm the 2010 Nissan X‑TRAIL (T31) uses gas struts on the rear tailgate. The Nissan T31 Electronic Service Manual (Body – Back Door) details the “Back Door Stay” as a gas‑charged support, and the Nissan FAST parts catalogue lists “Back Door Stay Assy” for this model year. Major aftermarket catalogues such as Stabilus Lift‑O‑Mat and Monroe also list dedicated lift supports for the T31 tailgate. The bonnet on most T31 variants uses a manual prop rod from factory, not gas struts, so the relevant gas struts on this vehicle are for the tailgate.

On a 2010 X‑TRAIL, the tailgate gas struts do the heavy lifting—literally. They’re nitrogen‑charged dampers that counterbalance the rear door’s weight so it opens smoothly and stays put, even on a breezy arvo at the beach. When they’re healthy, loading the pram, the esky, or the tools is a one‑hand job. When they’re tired, the tailgate can sag, bounce, or refuse to lift, which is both annoying and unsafe.

As part of routine servicing, it’s smart to give the tailgate a quick check. Open the rear door and see if it rises confidently and holds at full height without creeping down. Temperature affects performance—weak struts often show up first on cold mornings. Keep the chrome rods clean