Parts for your 2017 Nissan Navara-Coil springs

2017 Nissan Navara Coil Springs

Coil springs are relevant to the 2017 Nissan Navara. Technical sources including the Nissan Navara D23 (NP300) Service Manual (Front Suspension and Rear Suspension sections) and Nissan Australia’s 2017 model specifications note coil-over front suspension across the range, and a five‑link, coil‑spring rear setup on most dual‑cab pick-up variants (with leaf springs used on cab‑chassis and some non dual‑cab models). These factory documents and period spec sheets confirm that coil springs are fitted to the vehicle, at least on the front of every 2017 Navara and on the rear of many dual‑cab models.

On the 2017 Navara, the coil springs carry vehicle weight, set ride height and help keep the tyres planted on rough Aussie and Kiwi roads. Working with the shocks, they soak up potholes, corrugations and job‑site ruts so the ute stays stable and comfortable. The dual‑cab models that run a multi‑link rear with coils get improved bump absorption and better axle control when unladen, while still coping well with moderate towing and payloads.

For servicing, a quick visual once-over every 10,000–20,000 km is smart, especially if the Navara tows, carries trays and canopies, or sees off‑road use. Look for cracked paint, rust, a broken “pigtail” end, or coils that are touching from sag. Uneven ride height and a metallic clunk over bumps are classic red flags. If one spring is gone, replace springs in axle pairs to keep corner weights and handling consistent.

Selecting the right replacement matters. OE‑equivalent coils preserve factory height and comfort, heavy‑duty coils suit bullbars, winches or constant loads, raised coils can add clearance but should be paired with matched shocks and an alignment. After any spring change, torque suspension fasteners at ride height, recheck ride height after a short settling period, and get a wheel alignment (toe and camber can shift on the IFS front end).

• Tell‑tale symptoms: front‑end droop, rear squat when unladen, uneven tyre wear, or the ute “porpoising” after bumps.
• Good practice: inspect rubber isolators and bump stops, replace corroded hardware, and check shock absorbers at the same time.
• Usage note: frequent towing, beach work and corrugations shorten spring life, shorter intervals for inspections make sense.

Owners should also remember that some 2017 Navara variants run rear leaf springs, even then, front coils still need the same care.

FAQs

Does a 2017 Navara have rear coil springs or leaf springs?
It depends on the variant. Most dual‑cab pick‑ups (e.g., ST, ST‑X and many SL grades) have a five‑link rear end with coil springs. Cab‑chassis models and several non dual‑cab versions use rear leaf springs for higher payload. Every 2017 Navara uses coil springs at the front.

How long do Navara coil springs last?
With mixed city, highway and light off‑road use, many sets see well over 150,000 km. Heavy accessories, towing and corrugations can bring that down. Replace if there’s sag, breakage, corrosion or if free height is out of spec, and always do springs in pairs on the same axle.

Can the 2017 Navara be upgraded to heavy‑duty or lifted coils?
Yes. Match coils to the actual accessory weight, fit compatible shocks, and get a wheel alignment. Larger lifts may need extra parts (e.g., upper control arms or brake line checks). Legal lift limits vary across AU and NZ, so confirm local rules before modifying.