Shock Absorber

The shock absorber assembly is a mono-tube design; the lower end of the shock absorber is fitted with a bush and is attached to the wheel knuckle. The shock absorber top mounting is secured to the vehicle's body.

The shock absorber functions by restricting the flow of hydraulic fluid through internal galleries within the shock absorber. The shock absorber rod moves axially within the shock absorber, its movement limited by the flow of fluid through the galleries, providing damping of undulations in the terrain. The shock absorber rod is sealed at its exit point from the shock absorber body to maintain the fluid within the unit and to prevent the ingress of dirt and moisture. The seal also incorporates a wiper to keep the rod clean.

The threaded outer end of the shock absorber rod locates through a hole in the top mount. A self-locking nut secures the top mount to the shock absorber rod. The shock absorber rod on the adaptive shock absorber has an electrical connector integrated to the end of the shock absorber rod.

For additional information, refer to: Vehicle Dynamic Suspension .