Front Suspension System: Description

Vehicles are equipped with front wheel drive and independent MacPherson strut (shock absorber) front suspension. Suspension consists of vertically mounted strut assemblies, control arms, and stabilizer bar. See fig 1-4 below. Shock absorbers are mounted between inner fender and steering knuckle. Tie rod ends connect rack and pinion steering to steering knuckle. Ball joint connects steering knuckle to lower control arm. A stabilizer bar attaches to MacPherson strut (shock absorber).

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Suspension Components (1 Of 4)

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Fig 2: Exploded View Of Front Suspension Components (2 Of 4)

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Fig 3: Exploded View Of Front Suspension Components (3 Of 4)

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Fig 4: Exploded View Of Front Suspension Components (4 Of 4)

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