SsangYong Korando III (2010 year). Service manual - part 541

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2. TIGHTENING TORQUE

Front suspension assembly

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Rear suspension assembly

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1. OVERVIEW

The suspension is the device to connect the axle and vehicle. It absorbs the vibrations and impacts from 

road surface, which enhances the comforts, driving force, braking force and drivability.

Underview of vehicle with 2WD, 6M/T

Underview of vehicle with 4WD, 6A/T

Front suspension

Rear suspension

Front suspension

Rear suspension

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1) Front Suspension (Macperson Strut Type)

Front suspension supports the vehicle weight and absorber the vibration from tires. And, in this type of 

suspension, the steering linkage tie rod is mounted on the knuckle.

Macperson strut type suspension is the independent suspension which has the spring on the strut 

integrated with shock absorber. The lower arm is installed on sub frame and large strut damper is 

installed on the knuckle to support the tire. This type of suspension is normally applied to the vehicle with 

monocoque body, especially on the front wheel drive type. The upper part with spring is mounted at 

body mount and the strut with shock absorber is linked on the steering knuckle. 

Advantages

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Compact and simple design

Stable wheel alignment

Good load distribution and easy installation 

Less effect from tire up/down movement

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Disadvantages

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Comparatively weak to the impact from road surface and lateral shock due to long strut and single 

swing arm

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Macperson strut type suspension