Suspension & Steering

Suspension & Steering

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  • Multi-link suspension

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    Multi-link suspension

    Multi-link suspension A multi-link suspension is a type of vehicle suspension design typically used in independent suspensions, using three or more lateral arms, and one or more ...

  • Nivomat suspension

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    Nivomat suspension

    Nivomat suspension Nivomat (a portmanteau of the French niveau and automatique) is the name for a vehicle suspension level control technology created by Mannesmann-Sachs (now ZF ...

  • Panhard Rod

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    Panhard Rod

    Panhard rod A Panhard rod (also called Panhard bar or track bar) is a component of a car suspension system that provides lateral location of the axle.Originally invented by the ...

  • Power steering

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    Power steering

    Car Power steering explained Power steering helps drivers steer vehicles by augmenting steering effort of the steering wheel. Hydraulic or electric actuators add controlled ...

  • Power Steering Problems

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    Power Steering Problems

    Power Steering Problems A power steering system is designed to utilize power from the engine to assist in the force needed to steer the vehicle. When the engine is running, a ...

  • Power Steering Pump Replace

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    Power Steering Pump Replace

    How to Replace a Power Steering Pump Before you replace your power steering pump make sure you have diagnosed the problem properly. There are two components involved in the power ...

  • Radius rod

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    Radius rod

    Radius rod explained A radius rod (also called a radius arm or a torque arm) is a suspension member intended to control wheel motion in the longitudinal (fore-aft) plane. The ...

  • Scott Russell linkage

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    Scott Russell linkage

    Scott Russell linkage explained A Scott Russell linkage converts linear motion, to (almost) linear motion in a line perpendicular to the input. These linkages are often used in ...

  • Self-levelling suspension

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    Self-levelling suspension

    Self-levelling suspension explained Self-levelling refers to an automobile suspension system that maintains a constant ride height of the vehicle above the road, regardless of ...

  • Shock absorber

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    Shock absorber

    Shock absorber explained A shock absorber is a mechanical device designed to smooth out or damp shock impulse, and dissipate kinetic energy. It is a type of dashpot. Nomenclature ...

  • Shock Absorber Replace

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    Shock Absorber Replace

    How to Replace a Car Shock Absorber (damper) Shocks are used as the dampening force in the suspension system of a vehicle. Without shocks our drive would be much like a ...

  • Shocks & Struts Check

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    Shocks & Struts Check

    How to Check shock absorber and Struts A shock or strut controls movement when a car is driven into a corner or over bumps. These units are comprised of shock oil, dampening ...

  • Short long arms suspension

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    Short long arms suspension

    Short long arms suspension explained A short long arms suspension (SLA) is also known as an unequal length double wishbone suspension. The upper arm is typically an A-arm, and is ...

  • Sliding pillar suspension

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    Sliding pillar suspension

    Sliding pillar suspension A sliding pillar suspension is a form of independent suspension for light cars. The stub axle and wheel assembly are attached to a vertical pillar or ...

  • Sprung mass explained

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    Sprung mass explained

    Sprung mass explained In a vehicle with a suspension, such as an automobile, motorcycle or a tank, sprung mass (or sprung weight) is the portion of the vehicle's total mass that ...

  • Steering System

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    Steering System

    How a steering System Works A Typical car Steering rack There are basically two styles of vehicle steering systems, rack and pinion and worm gear box. Rack and pinion steering is ...

  • Steering Wheel Shake Repair

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    Steering Wheel Shake Repair

    How to Repair a Steering Wheel Shake When driving your car the steering wheel should provide a steady and smooth operating motion when maneuvering it through city street and ...

  • Strut

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    Strut explained As components of an automobile chassis, they can be passive braces to reinforce the chassis and/or body, or active components of the suspension. An automotive ...