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Chassis
Strut bearing
The strut bearing is a rubber/metal bearing. The
connection of the springs and the damper to the
body are uncoupled from each other. The spring
force is thus channelled separately into the body
and tensioning of the damper bearing is
avoided. This improves the ride comfort and
reduces the noise transmission from the road to
the body.
The bearing has a smooth characteristic curve in
the direction of travel. This improves the driving
comfort and vehicle acoustics.
The bearing is stiff in the transverse direction.
This has a positive effect on the driving dynamics
and the steering response.
3rd generation wheel bearings
A compact third-generation wheel bearing unit
is used. The wheel bearing, wheel hub and
mounting form a unit that is screwed to the wheel
bearing housing.
The pretensioning forces for setting the bearing
play are no longer applied via the wheel
bearing bolts. This simplifies fitting and removal
procedures when the parts are service and the
life of the unit is increased.
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S328_100
Rubber element
Metal
Spring connection
Damper connection