Buick Regal: Description and Operation
REAR SUSPENSION DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The rear suspension system on this vehicle is of the independent link type. Rear suspension adjustment is achieved through adjustable toe links and lower control arms. The rear coil springs are retained between the body and the lower control arm. Rubber insulators isolate the coil spring at both top and bottom. The rear suspension consists of 2 shock absorbers attached to the lower control arm and the reinforced body areas.
The rear suspension system performs the following functions:
- Maintains the relationship of the rear axle to the body
- Controls the torque reaction on acceleration and braking
The suspension system consists of the following components:
- Support assembly
- Coil springs and insulators
- Stabilizer shaft, insulators and stabilizer links
- Toe adjust links
- Upper lateral links
- Lower control arms
- Trailing arms
- Knuckles
- Wheel bearing/hub
- Shock absorbers
SPECIAL TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
SPECIAL TOOLS
CH-43631
J-43631
Ball Joint Remover
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Suspension General Diagnosis
SPECIFICATIONS
TRIM HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Trim Height Specifications (P-R Height) - Hatchback
NOTE: For 0% option vehicles add 1 mm to front and rear suspension
values.
For 100% option vehicles subt
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications
NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal.
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Fuel System Description
Fuel System Overview
The fuel system is an electronic returnless on-demand design. The returnless
fuel system reduces the
internal temperature of the fuel tank by not returning hot fuel from the engine
to the fuel tank. Reducing
the internal temperature of the fuel tank results in lower evaporativ
Brake Pulsation
WARNING: Brake fluid may irritate eyes and skin. In case of contact,
take the following
actions:
Eye contact - rinse thoroughly with water.
Skin contact - wash with soap and water.
If ingested - consult a physician immediately.
CAUTION: Brake fluid will damage electrical connections and painte
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