Section 229 (Front Suspension): Description
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A MacPherson strut-type front suspension system is used. The strut assembly includes a rubber isolated top mount, seat and bearing assembly and a coil spring insulator. The top of the strut assembly mounts to the body side apron. The lower strut assembly fits into a pinch joint, designed into the steering knuckle. A link assembly runs between the strut and stabilizer bar end. A forged lower control arm attaches to the subframe and steering knuckle at lower ball joint. See Fig 1 .