Suspension Strut / Shock Absorber: Description and Operation

The rear strut assemblies support the weight of the vehicle using coil springs positioned around the struts. The coil springs are contained between the upper mount of the strut assembly and a lower spring seat on the body of the strut assembly.

The top of each strut assembly is bolted to the top of the inner fender through a rubber isolated mount.

Strut attachment to the rear spindle is accomplished using a split collar on the rear spindle. The collar uses a pinch bolt to retain the spindle to the strut.