Suspension Types

2011 Infiniti M56 V8-5.6L (VK56VD)SECTION Suspension Types


BODY REPAIR FUNDAMENTALS

SUSPENSION TYPES

Wheel alignment inclinations must be repaired correctly to conform to design specifications. Therefore, you should understand types and installation of suspension, and should be careful when installing the suspension to repair wheel alignment inclinations. There are roughly two categories of suspensions: rigid axle type and independent type. Nissan's principal suspension types are shown as follows.

1. FRONT SUSPENSION




1. FF TYPE (Front engine - Front drive)




2. FR TYPE (Front engine - Rear drive)

2. REAR SUSPENSION




1. FF TYPE




2. FR TYPE
RENDER: 1.0x

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