The rear suspension system is designed to:
- Provide Stability: Maintain vehicle stability during acceleration, braking, and cornering.
- Enhance Ride Comfort: Absorb road irregularities for a smoother ride.
- Support Load Carrying: Maintain proper vehicle height and stability when carrying passengers or cargo.
Rear suspension systems can vary depending on the vehicle's design and purpose. Common components include:
- Shocks/Struts: Dampen oscillations and control spring movement.
- Coil Springs: Support the vehicle's weight and absorb road shocks.
- Control Arms: Connect the rear axle or suspension components to the vehicle's frame.
- Ball Joints: Allow for movement between suspension components.
- CV Joints (Constant Velocity Joints): Transfer power to the rear wheels in independent rear suspension systems.
- Leaf Springs: (In some applications) provide support and absorb shocks.
- Trailing Arms: (In some applications) provide stability and control wheel movement.
The rear suspension works in conjunction with the front suspension to provide a balanced and comfortable ride."