Jaguar XJ (X350). Manual — part 47

A vertical knuckle arm is installed between the lower and upper suspension arms. This wheel
knuckle carries the lower arm swivel joint, front hub, ABS rotor, ABS sensor, wheel bearing
and brake assembly.

A stabilizer bar is mounted via clamps and bushes to the front subframe and is linked via
connecting links to each of the lower arms.

When cornering, weight is naturally transferred to the outer wheel and there is a natural
tendency for the inner wheel to lift. The stabilizer bar helps to reduce the vehicle roll.

Front Suspension – Armoured XJ

Item Part Number

Description

1

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Retaining nut

2

—

Washer

3

—

Top mount

4

—

Spring upper isolator

5

—

Bump stop

6

—

Spring

7

—

Shock absorber

CAUTION: The shock absorber and spring assemblies must be changed in axle sets. Failure to follow this

instruction may result in damage to the vehicle.

The additional weight of the armour on the vehicle means that certain parts have needed to be uprated. The
service life of many of the suspension components has been reduced due to the increased vehicle weight.

The armour vehicle is now fitted with shock absorber and spring assemblies to accomodate the extra weight
of the armour.

Published: Mar 12, 2014

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Front Suspension

For additional information, refer to

<<204-00>>

Diagnosis and testing

Removal and installation

Front Lower Arm (60.35.53)

Removal

1 . Remove the air deflector.

<<501-02>>

2 . Remove the wheel and tire assembly.

<<204-04>>

3 . Remove the front lower arm retaining nut and bolt.

4 . NOTE:

Remove the front lower arm.

Remove and discard the nut and bolt.

Published: Jun 25, 2002

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