Front Suspension System: Description

Vehicles are equipped with front wheel drive and independent MacPherson strut (shock absorber) front suspension. RAV4 can also be equipped with all wheel drive. Suspension consists of vertically mounted strut assemblies, control arms, and stabilizer bar. Shock absorbers are mounted between inner fender and steering knuckle. Tie rod ends connect rack and pinion steering to steering knuckle. Ball joint connects steering knuckle to lower control arm. On some models, a suspension crossmember is used. A stabilizer bar attaches to lower control arms.