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Suspension - Rear: Description

Rear suspension is a semi-independent trailing arm type. Some models are equipped with an integral anti-sway bar. Spindles are attached to 2 trailing arms that extend rearward from mounting points on body.

Each arm is isolated from the body by rubber pivot bushings. A crossmember is welded between trailing arms, providing anti-sway stabilization for the rear suspension. Coil springs surrounding shock absorbers are used to dampen road variations. See Fig 1.

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Rear Suspension Assembly
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