Rear Suspension

The rear axle (13) is attached to the vehicle with a link suspension system. The rear axle housing is connected to the floor panel (7) by two lower control arms (6) and a tie rod (11). A single torque arm (8) is used in place of an upper control arm. It is rigidly mounted to the rear axle housing at the rear and through a torque arm bushing to the transmission at the front. On some vehicles, the torque arm (8) is also mounted to the two piece propeller shaft center support bearing (9) with two bolts/screws. Rear springs (4) are used to support the weight of the vehicle, and ride control is provided by rear shock absorbers (10) mounted to the rear axle housing. A rear stabilizer shaft (5) is also part of the suspension system.

The rear shock absorbers (10) are mounted at the bottom with a nut to brackets welded to the rear of the rear axle housing, and at the top to the floor panel with a nut. The only service the rear shock absorbers require is replacement if they have lost their resistance, are damaged or are leaking fluid.