System Overview

Fig 1: Identifying Independent Suspension With Macpherson Struts And Integral Dampers

Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

The front wheels have independent suspension with MacPherson struts and integral dampers. The bottom of each steering swivel member is fixed to a suspension arm that is mounted in two rubber bushings on the subframe.

Steering is of power-assisted rack and pinion type.