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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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
SPECIFICATIONS
FASTENER SPECIFICATIONS
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications
NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal.
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Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Place a drain pan under the vehicle.
3.
Oil Pan Drain Plug (1) - Remove.
4. Oil Pan Drain Plug Seal (2) - Remove and DISCARD.
5. Drain the engine oil into a suitable container.
6.
Remove and DISCARD the oil filter. (1)
7. Ensure that the
DISC BRAKE SYSTEM DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
System Component Description
The measurement used to identify the brake system indicates the minimum wheel
size that must be
installed. For example: If a 16 inch brake system is identified, the smallest
wheel that can be installed is a
16 inch wheel.
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