Rear Suspension

This vehicle uses an independent short/long arm rear suspension. All rear suspension components are mounted on a suspension support which is attached to the vehicle body at four points and is fully isolated with bushings and insulators to minimize noise transmission into the passenger compartment.

Each rear wheel is connected to the suspension support through the suspension knuckle using an upper and lower control arm configuration.
The control arms are attached to the suspension support on their inboard side, and to the suspension knuckle on their outboard end. The hub and bearing assembly which attaches to the knuckle is a single, non-serviceable unit which eliminates the need for wheel bearing adjustment. The springs are held in position between the lower control arm and a pocket in the suspension support. Shock absorbers are attached to the lower control arm with the upper end of the shock attached to the suspension support. The vehicle is equipped with a ride control system which automatically controls the damping rate of the shock absorbers based on driving conditions, refer to SUSPENSION. Electronic Level Control (ELC) is provided as standard equipment to maintain rear trim height under a wide range of vehicle loading conditions.

Bolt head antirotation devices are installed on several rear suspension fasteners for ease of assembly during the production process. It is not necessary to reinstall these antirotation devices during service if they become separated from the fastener.


NOTICE The brake system should be carefully inspected for damage if mispositioning, incorrect assembly or failure of any component in the area of brake pipes, hoses, or cylinders is observed. Immediately correct damage as required. Components that could damage the brake system due to mispositioning, incorrect assembly or failure include the exhaust system, suspension support, rear shock absorbers, and control arms.