Multi-link Suspension
Multi-link suspension locates each wheel with three or more separate arms, giving precise control of wheel movement.
What is Multi-link Suspension?
It is used at the rear of many mid-size and premium cars and at the front of some. Engineers can tune comfort and handling separately. It has more bushings and joints than simpler designs.
How it works
Each link controls a different direction of movement, keeping the tyre in better contact with the road.
Why it matters for your car
Worn bushings can cause knocking, uneven tyre wear and vague handling. Alignment is important after replacing links.
Other terms
- Air Quality Sensor
- Balloon Payment
- Coilover Suspension
- CV Boot
- Dual-circuit Brakes (Split Brake System)
- EGR Valve
- Flat-Plane Crankshaft
- Inductive Sensor
- Intake Manifold
- Liftback
- Matching Numbers
- Paint Sealant
- Piston Pin (Wrist Pin, Gudgeon Pin)
- Propeller Shaft Centre Bearing
- Ratchet Strap
- Rear-wheel Steering (Four-wheel Steering)
- Rinseless Wash
- Rocker Arm
- Smart Charging (Alternator Control)
- Torsion Beam Rear Axle (Twist Beam)