Shock Absorber
The shock absorber assembly is a single pipe design, the lower end of the shock absorber is equipped with a bush and is attached to the wheel knuckle. The shock absorber top mounting is secured to the body with 3 nuts. A gasket is located between the top mounting and the vehicle 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 is limited by the flow of fluid through the galleries. This makes sure the 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. In addition it prevents the ingress of dirt and moisture. The seal also incorporates a wiper to keep the rod clean.