Spring And Shock Absorber Assembly: Spring

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The coil spring fitted differs with vehicle specification; each spring is color coded to identify its rating and fitment requirements. The spring assembly is supplied with the upper and lower isolators attached.

The lower end of the coil spring is located in the lower control arm which contains a feature for orientating the spring assembly. The design of the lower isolator prevents the spring rotating. The spring has a linear rate compression and is inclined to counter cornering forces.

The upper-end of the coil spring is also located in a spring isolator underneath the vehicle's body member. Both upper and lower spring isolators are made from rubber and reduce any noise produced during shock absorber and spring compression and extension, from being transmitted to the vehicle body.