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Front SuspensionSafety Precautions
Always observe the following safety precautions when servicing the vehicle suspension system.
WARNING: All vehicles are equipped with gas-pressurized shock absorbers which will extend unassisted. Do not apply heat or flame to the shock absorbers during removal or component servicing. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
Suspension System Components
The vehicle uses a McPherson independent strut front suspension system consisting of the following components:
^ Strut and spring assemblies
^ Lower control arms
^ Stabilizer bar
^ Stabilizer bar links
^ Wheel bearing and wheel hubs
^ Wheel knuckles