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Rear Suspension: Description

The solid rear axle is connected to chassis through two tubular control arms, a track rod, and a bracket at front end of axle extension. Coil springs are used to support the rear axle, while damping is provided by two tubular shock absorbers. The axle extension functions as a short torque tube. A stabilizer bar is also used on some models.

Fig 1: Rear Suspension Components
G09357312Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY