Suspension and steering
The independent front suspension is of the MacPherson strut type, incorporating coil springs and integral telescopic shock absorbers. Lateral location of each strut assembly is by a forged or pressed steel lower suspension arm containing rubber inner mounting bushes and incorporating a balljoint at their outer ends.
See also:
Load apportioning valve P100 models) - removal and refitting
Caution: Refer to the
precautions in Section 1.
Removal
1 Chock the front wheels, jack up the rear of
the vehicle and support on axle stands (see
“Jacking and Vehicle Support”).
2 The load appor ...
Cylinder head - removal and refitting
Removal
Note: On HCS engines, cylinder head bolts
may be used a total of three times (including
initial fit) and must be suitably marked to
indicate each removal operation. A new
cylinder head ga ...
Vehicle loading
Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms:
Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle including any standard
equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include oc ...
