Section 253 (Front Suspension (4WD)): Description

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Ranger, 1996 Ford Ranger, and 1996 Ford Bronco. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Independent Front Suspension (IFS) consists of a 2-piece axle assembly, 2 coil springs and 2 radius arms. Front driving axle consists of 2 independent axle arm assemblies. One end of each axle arm assembly is anchored to the frame. The other end of each axle arm assembly is supported by coil spring and radius arm. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 .

Fig 1: Identifying Front Suspension Components (Bronco)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Suspension Components (Ranger)

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: For additional information on 4WD drive axles, see appropriate article in DRIVE AXLES.