Front Suspension: Description

Saab 900 series vehicles use control arm front suspension with double-acting shock absorbers. Coil spring is mounted between upper control arm and wheel housing.

CAUTION: Downward stroke of control arm is limited by specially designed shock absorber. Use of a non-Saab shock absorber may result in front assembly damage.

Fig 1: Saab 900 Series Front Suspension

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Saab 9000 series vehicles use independent MacPherson strut suspension and anti-roll bar.

Fig 2: Saab 9000 Series Front Suspension

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