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Many different systems exist under the hood to ensure a vehicle functions properly. The suspension system ensures that the vehicle can handle bumps, dips and anything else that’s encountered during a drive.
The suspension system is composed of several parts that all play a role in stabilizing and controlling a vehicle. Keep reading to find out how the suspension works and why it’s important to maintain.
Car suspensions are designed to help maximize the amount of friction between the tires and the road. This helps make car rides more comfortable, as well as ensure there is steering stability and good handling for the driver.
Roads are filled with imperfections, so a suspension system must be designed to handle these and support a vehicle. The suspension helps absorb energy from the tires to allow the body and frame of the car to remain stable.
According to vehicle dynamics, the car’s ride is the ability to smooth out a bumpy road, and a car’s handling allows it to safely accelerate, corner and brake. Principles known as road isolation, road holding and cornering are important to understand — and are why the suspension system is so important.
The suspension system and the parts included in it help solve the challenges associated with those principles and help ensure a smooth and safe ride.
The suspension system is part of the chassis, which is the framework and underpart of a vehicle. The body of a car is mounted to the chassis. Many components make up the suspension system, including:
These are just a few of the main parts of a vehicle’s suspension system, all of which play important roles in keeping things functioning properly.
Just like there are many different suspension parts, there are also different kinds of suspension systems. Most vehicles use different suspensions for the front and back wheels. Typically, the two front wheels are connected by the front axle and the two rear wheels are connected by the rear axle.
There are two types of suspension systems: dependent and independent. Dependent systems utilize a rigid axle, while independent systems allow wheels to move independently.
Different parts of the suspension system can wear out or become damaged. It’s important to pay attention to potential signs that a part needs to be repaired or replaced. Some common things to look for include:
Taking your vehicle to a trained technician when you notice these problems can help you get repairs when you need them. Interested in learning more about why suspension damage can happen? Check out our blog on the subject here.
In the 51-week Automotive Technology program offered at Universal Technical Institute, you can get the training and education needed for an entry-level career in the industry.1
Learn the fundamentals to repair and maintain vehicles, including experience working on suspensions during the Vehicle Steering and Suspension Service and Repair course. Our relationships with more than 35 leading brands can help give you access to state-of-the-industry technology while you train, as well as opportunities to connect with manufacturers as a graduate.
Want to find out more? Request more information to get in touch with an Admissions Representative today.
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