Suspension - Front: Description
Mazda uses independent type front suspension. Suspension consists of upper and lower control arms. Wheel spindle mounted between upper and lower control arms by means of ball joints.
Upper control arm pivots on a shaft attached to frame. Lower control arm pivots on a shaft mounted to crossmember. A coil spring is mounted between lower control arm and frame.
Shock absorber is double-action type, mounted between lower control arm and frame inside coil spring. A stabilizer bar is connected to the lower control arm on each side by bushings and links.