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F12�Chassis�Dynamics
3.�Chassis�and�suspension
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Screw�connection�unfastened Wheel�alignment�required
Rear�swinging�arm�to�rear�axle�support YES
Swinging�arm�to�integral�link/wheel�carrier YES
Integral�link�to�wheel�carrier NO
Camber�link�to�rear�axle�support YES
Camber�link�to�wheel�carrier NO
Wishbone�to�rear�axle�support YES
Wishbone�to�wheel�carrier YES
Spring�strut�to�wheel�carrier/swinging�arm NO
3.3.�Suspension/dampers
Both�axles�of�the�F12�are�equipped�as�standard�with�steel�springs�and�EDC�shock�absorbers.
3.3.1.�Electronic�Damper�Control�(EDC)
F12�Components�of�EDC
Dynamic�Damper�Control�is�standard�and�is�a�sub-function�of�the�Vertical�Dynamics�Management
VDM.�With�EDC,�the�actuator�unit�and�the�specified�satellite�sensors�at�the�shock�absorber�are�con-
nected�to�the�VDM�control�unit�via�FlexRay.�The�damper�characteristics�stored�in�the�VDM�control�unit
can�be�selected�via�the�drive�dynamic�control�switch�in�the�center�console.