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Rear





The rear suspension consists of the following components:
- two rear springs (A).
- two rear shock absorbers (B).
- two rear axle bumpers (C).
- The rear springs and the rear shock absorbers connect the rear axle (to the frame. The rear of the rear spring is shackled to the frame to allow for axle vertical travel.

Rear Axle Bumpers
The rear axle bumpers are used to prevent metal-to-metal contact between the rear axle and the frame.

Rear Spring
Semi-elliptic, leaf-type rear springs are used for the rear suspension.

Shock Absorbers
The rear shock absorbers provide the necessary suspension dampening control.

Stabilizer Bar
The rear stabilizer bar transmits forces to control vehicle roll during cornering.

Suspension Fasteners
These fasteners are important parts that can affect the performance of vital components and systems and result in major vehicle damage. New fasteners must be used if the old fasteners have been damaged or removed. They must be replaced with the same part number or an equivalent part if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. The specified torque value must be used during assembly to ensure proper part retention.

Rear Lean
A side-to-side lean at the rear of the vehicle can be adjusted approximately 10 mm (3/8 inch) by installing a shim between the rear spring and the rear axle on the low side of the vehicle. A "low at the rear" vehicle can be raised approximately 10 mm (3/8 inch) by installing a shim on each side of the vehicle.