Section 1 (Suspension - Rear): Description
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Rear suspension is a link type with MacPherson type suspension struts. Suspension uses control arms and torsion beam for stabilization. Control arm and torsion beam are combined as one unit.
Shock absorbers are mounted inside suspension strut tubes, with coil springs surrounding the outside of the tube. Struts are attached to control arm at the bottom and to vehicle body at the top.