Why does my Nissan Qashqai lock when I close the door?
Usually, engine off, keys out of the ignition, exit vehicle, close door, press the “lock” button the key fob, and the car doors lock as expected (with flashing exterior lights on car). But, occasionally (and I haven’t been able to work out the pattern for this!), after closing the door and pressing “lock” on the key fob…
Why is my steering lock stuck on my Qashqai?
Bizarrely, we used to have an older (2009) Qashqai that developed the exact opposite problem with it’s ignition barrel, with the key getting stuck. I solved that using a set of metal files, but read that if you over-file it then you can cause the steering lock to not engage!
What to do if your Nissan Qashqai screen snap off?
The only way to solve this is by replacing the whole screen, so check for moisture and a smell of damp on your test drive. On all cars, the plastic parcel shelf lugs are known to be a weak point. If they snap off, the whole interior side panel must be replaced rather than just the lug itself.
Are there any problems with the Nissan Qashqai?
Nissan Qashqai front suspension problem. Some Qashqais built between February and March 2007 have experienced problems with their front suspension. The lower ball joints on these cars were not fully seated into the hub, meaning the ball joint could detach resulting in a loss of control.
Usually, engine off, keys out of the ignition, exit vehicle, close door, press the “lock” button the key fob, and the car doors lock as expected (with flashing exterior lights on car). But, occasionally (and I haven’t been able to work out the pattern for this!), after closing the door and pressing “lock” on the key fob…
Can a Nissan Qashqai be opened from the outside?
Also, for a large majority of Nissan Qashqai, there is also an automatic locking mechanism when you are driving. In particular to prevent the phenomenon of car jacking This closure will block the opening of the doors from the outside, however the driver can deactivate it by opening a door from the inside.
Bizarrely, we used to have an older (2009) Qashqai that developed the exact opposite problem with it’s ignition barrel, with the key getting stuck. I solved that using a set of metal files, but read that if you over-file it then you can cause the steering lock to not engage!
Where can I get a new ignition barrel for my Qashqai?
Location: Cork, Ireland. After badgering Nissan Customer Service in Dublin, they have now instructed my local dealer, Kearys Nissan Cork, to fit a new ignition barrel. This is on order and I hope to have it fitted soon.