Rear Suspension: Description

Vehicles utilize a MacPherson strut independent rear suspension. See Fig 1. Each side consists of a strut assembly, 2 parallel control arms, tension strut, cast spindle and strut-mounted stabilizer bar.

Station wagon models use upper and lower control arms, shock absorber, 2-piece cast spindle, tension strut, a control arm mounted stabilizer bar, and a coil spring mounted between lower control arm and body crossmember. See Fig 2.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Suspension Components (Sedan)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Suspension Components (Station Wagon)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.