Description and Operation — Rear Suspension — Overview

Overview

The rear suspension consists of the following components:

• Coil springs
• Lower arms
• Shock absorber
• Stabilizer bar and links
• Toe links
• Upper arms
• Wheel bearings and hub assembly
• Steering knuckles
• Wheel studs

The rear suspension uses 2 parallel arms (1 upper and 1 lower). Each arm has a mounting position on the chassis and an attachment to the knuckle. This suspension allows the wheels to react to road irregularities independently of each other. The shock absorber attaches to the knuckle and, together with the spring, controls vertical movement. The stabilizer bar and links control body roll/sway.