suspension

Suspension is the system of tires, tire air, springs, shock absorbers and linkages that connects a vehicle to its wheels and allows relative motion between the two. Suspension systems must support both road holding/handling and ride quality, which are at odds with each other. The tuning of suspensions involves finding the right compromise. It is important for the suspension to keep the road wheel in contact with the road surface as much as possible, because all the road or ground forces acting on the vehicle do so through the contact patches of the tires. The suspension also protects the vehicle itself and any cargo or luggage from damage and wear. The design of front and rear suspension of a car may be different.

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    Problems sourcing a suspension coil

    2022 ZS EV Trophy and one of the rear coils has snapped. Dealer has ordered one from MG a week ago and no sign of it. There are no other aftermarket parts suitable for it apparantly Anyone else having the same issue ? Begs to question what the warranty is worth if relatively common parts are...
  2. O

    Warm Suspension

    Just been on my regular shopping jaunt, over twisty and sometimes bumpy roads. Today noticed the ride quality was quieter and more supple than previously on the same road, even,dare I say it, very slightly wallowey? in places. The temperature is up around 26°C and the roads are warm, so I've...
  3. O

    Drumming / Vibration noise on bad road surfaces

    On poor road surfaces ( more so at low speeds ) there is a drumming /vibration noises from the rear which I had put down to the suspension not being able to cope with the higher frequency jolting and transferring non- damped vibrations into the chassis. Today whilst washing the car , I aimed...
  4. Jones886

    When will it end (niw shock absoeber)

    Hi all so you will remember my posts last year with all my vibrating I had and then the heating pte system failing. Well I now have a suspension fault as i complained of a lot of noise when going over speed bumps and I was told my rear left shock is faulty and would need replacing but due to...
    • Jones886
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    • fault heating mg5 shock suspension vibrating
    • Replies: 7
    • Forum: MG5 EV Forum
  5. admiralross2400

    Front Suspension Bushings

    Hey So my car has been making a creaking noise going over speedbumps the past few weeks. Got a mechanic to confirm it's the front suspension bushings that are on their way out. Anyone know where to get replacements? Apparently they're a bit hard to find for non-MG garages? Thanks all!
  6. Ethernea

    MG4 got Special suspension or 50/50 weight stuff?

    So guys ive noticed this car rides so well sometimes it feels lightweight... Is it lightweight compared to gas versions? Sometimes when im going in a bridge and it starts the slope down - and im going at 50-60 kmh i notice the rear tires lift up and makes squeesh sound (like power stopping) -...
  7. D

    Boing…rattle rattle!

    So, this morning just slowly descending from a traffic calming ramp, I heard what I can only describe as a boing sound from the rear of my SE and then a metallic sounding rattle! I can’t see anything obvious and the car seems to be driving okay, but clearly something has broken. Any ideas where...
    • Diggsy
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    • diagnosis mechanic mg4 rattle suspension
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: MG4 EV Forum
  8. A

    Suspension is too soft

    the suspension of the zs ev is too soft, can i make it a bit harder and which suspension should i use?
    • alain
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    • comfort handling mg zs ev ride suspension
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: MG ZS EV Forum
  9. WigglePig

    Rear offside suspension clonking...

    Morning all, I wonder if anyone has come across this before... My 5 (21 plate) has been pretty good but recently I have been noticing a clonking from the rear offside which I believe is coming from the suspension. It appears after the vehicle has sat for a short while (hour or two) and...
    • WigglePig
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    • clonking damper mg5 rear suspension suspension issue
    • Replies: 14
    • Forum: MG5 EV Forum
  10. KMC

    MG4 Bodykits & suspension

    Nobody modifies vehicles like the Taiwanese! WARNING : Turn the volume off, eyes only for this. Note the ride height, wheel spacers etc. I thought I had “modified “ my xpower until I saw this ! Now interested in finding a suspension/handling company to improve my x power without ruining the...
  11. N

    No camber pins?

    So unfortunately I christened my front passenger wheel on a kerb on the weekend ? Thought I'd take it to a suspension shop with good reviews as it felt like the suspension was a bit more jittery/boat-like than normal. They said no major damage but want to do front wheel balance and install...
  12. K

    MG5 PFL squeaking noise from suspension

    Hello. I've been noticing a squeaking noise every time I drive over a bump. I took the car to the garage, and they confirmed that the suspension is solid. However, they couldn't identify the source of the noise. Has anyone else experienced a similar issue? Any insights would be appreciated.
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    "Boing" noise from left rear suspension when turning into a driveway

    I have a Phase 2 Excite 51 (SR) RHD (Australia) and I've noticed that on rare occasions, when I'm turning left over a bump (for example, left turning into a shopping centre car park), there's quite a loud "boing" noise from the back left of the car. It's a pretty comical sounding noise. If...
    • AlC
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    • driveway mg4 noise rear suspension
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: MG4 EV Forum
  14. Qed

    Any experience with damper change?

    Hi there, I've just got a pre-owned 2021 ZS EV and find the ride rather bumpy over uneven surfaces. I'd appreciate advise, possibly a damper change to make the ride more comfortable? I see Arcsuspension with rear damper kits but would a Bilstein B4 fit the ZS. Much thanks!
    • Qed
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    • mg zs ev ride suspension uneven
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: MG ZS EV Forum
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    Software Update Suspension

    I've just had 1st service done on ZS EV TCLR on collection the dealership said no updates had been done as they were informed by MG not to carry them out due to cars bricking. I've patiently waited to have the fix for incorrect date/time and constant service reminders and map update(currently...
    • PJ60
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    • mg zs ev software software update suspension update
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: MG ZS EV Forum
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