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Suspension: Application and ID



Rear Axle Components (Front Wheel Drive), Overview

Explanation of weight codes (Part numbers)

For improved alignment, spring assignment is divided into weight Production Relevant numbers.
The spring/shock absorber combination installed in vehicle is documented through the corresponding Part No. on the vehicle data plate.

Example of a vehicle data plate






- (A) shows Part No. for front axle
- (B) shows Part No. for rear axle
- Arrow indicates the suspension
Vehicle data plate is located in spare tire well and in service book.
Use Part No. to locate appropriate spring combination in replacement parts Supplier.