Rear Suspension

Rear Suspension





The independent rear suspension features aluminum upper and lower control arms which carry the rear hub assemblies, road springs and dampers.


Components
The hub carrier:
^ Carries the rear hub.
^ Carries the brake caliper assembly.
^ Carries the ABS sensor
^ Carries the hub bearing and bearing seals
The anti-roll bar link:
^ Is of a steel construction with a ball joint at each end.
^ Transmits vertical movements of the rear suspension to the stabilizer bar.
The crossmember:
^ Is of a steel construction and isolated to the body using four bushes.
^ Carries the differential with two mounting bushes built integral within the crossmember.
^ Carries the upper arm, lower arm and hub assembly.
The stabilizer bar:
^ Is mounted on the crossmember assembly.
^ Is connected to the left and right hand lower wishbones by the stabilizer bar drop links.
^ Is fitted to all models with or without sports suspension.
The upper arm:
^ Is a one piece aluminum casting and incorporates a built in ball joint.
^ Is the upper support for the hub carrier.
^ Is attached to the crossmember at the two mounting points.
The tie rod:
^ Is of a two piece steel construction with a ball joint at one both ends.
^ Is utilized to adjust rear wheel alignment.
The lower arm:
^ Is a one piece aluminum casting, with integral mounting points for the road spring and damper assembly, and the stabilizer bar drop link.
^ Is the lower support for the hub carrier.
^ Is attached to the crossmember at the two mounting points.
Bushings:
^ Are a molded construction with aluminum inserts.
^ Are incorporated within the crossmember to isolate noise and vibrations.


Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)

WARNING: THE FACT THAT THE VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL MUST NEVER ALLOW THE DRIVER TO BE TEMPTED INTO TAKING RISKS WHICH COULD AFFECT HIS/HER SAFETY OR THAT OF OTHER ROAD USERS. IN ALL CASES IT REMAINS THE DRIVER'S RESPONSIBILITY TO DRIVE SAFELY ACCORDING TO THE PREVAILING CONDITIONS.

Dynamic stability control may also be specified as an option.
DSC is operational whenever the engine is running, unless it has been switched off. The DSC system controls the Antilock Braking System (ABS), traction control and yaw control of the vehicle. Yaw control determines the vehicle's direction relative to the driver's inputs (sideslip and under/oversteer). It applies braking pressure to individual wheels if excessive variation is detected. This ensures that the vehicle follows the driver's intended direction of travel. The dynamic stability control system, when fitted, can be switched OFF by pressing the switch on the gear selector surround. The warning light in the instrument duster will remain on to show that the system has been switched OFF. If the switch is pressed again the system will switch ON. A system malfunction is indicated by a message. It is safe to drive the vehicle but the system may not activate under wheel spin or slide conditions. Report the fault to a Jaguar Dealer as soon as possible. Message: DSC SYSTEM FAULT Warning light: Amber and the instrument cluster warning light will be lit.


The Strut and Spring Assembly





The strut and spring assembly is mounted between the lower wishbone and the vehicle body.
There are several variants of spring and damper combinations to enable standard and sport suspension options.

Rear Suspension
For additional information, refer to Steering and Suspension.