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Front Suspension






DESCRIPTION
The front suspension is designed to allow each wheel to adapt to different road surfaces independently. The wheels are mounted to hub/bearings units bolted to cast steering knuckle. The double-row hub bearings are sealed and lubricated for life. The steering knuckles turn (pivot) on ball studs. The upper ball stud is riveted to the outboard portion of the suspension arm and lubricated for life. The lower ball stud is pressed into the lower suspension arm and requires lubrication.

COMPONENTS
The front suspension is comprised of:
- Shock absorbers
- Torsion-bar springs
- Suspension arms
- Steering knuckles
- Stabilizer bar
- Jounce/Rebound bumpers