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Section 249 (Suspension System - Front): Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Toyota Highlander, 2003 Toyota Highlander, and 2002 Toyota Highlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Vehicles are equipped with Front Wheel Drive (RWD) or All Wheel Drive (AWD) with independent MacPherson strut (shock absorber) front suspension. Suspension consists of vertically mounted strut assemblies, control arms, and stabilizer bar. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . Shock absorbers are mounted between inner fender and steering knuckle. Tie rod ends connect rack and pinion steering to steering knuckle. Ball joint connects steering knuckle to lower control arm. A stabilizer bar attaches to MacPherson strut (shock absorber).

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Suspension Components (2002-03 Model)
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Fig 2: Exploded View Of Front Suspension Components (2004 Model)
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