Suspension - Rear: Description

NOTE: For 300TD components not covered in this article, see AUTOMATIC LEVEL CONTROL article in this section.

Mercedes-Benz rear suspension is independent-type with coil springs and semi-trailing arms. Rear axle carrier is mounted to body at 3 points and supports rear axle assembly. Axle shafts serve as upper control arms to rear wheels.

Wheel hubs are supported by semi-trailing arms which run forward to pivot points on rear axle carrier and body. Shock absorbers are mounted inside of coil springs, attached to body on top and to semi-trailing arms on bottom. Stabilizer bar is mounted to body and to wheel hubs at ends.