Subaru 2002 Impreza Service Manual page 291

REAR SUSPENSION
Rear Suspension
B: CONSTRUCTION
1. LATERAL LINKS
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All the Sedans have larger tread than the previous model for enhanced handling stability.
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Unsprung weight of the lmpreza has been made smaller than the previous model by using a
pair of steel-pipe lateral links on each side. This enhances both handling stability and riding com-
fort.
2. STRUTS
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The camber angle of the Impreza has been made more negative than in the earlier model to
improve cornering performance.
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The dampers used in the struts are of a gas-filled type that features stable shock attenuating
performance. They improve ride quality and reduce vibration and noise.
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Each strut has at its top a new type strut mount. The strut mounts effectively disperse input forces
from coil springs and struts so that vibration and noise are reduced and riding comfort is improved.
The body attaching flange of each strut mount is adequately rigid, which helps improve handling
stab i I i ty.
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The helper made of highly durable urethane enhances handling stability when the vehicle is
loaded. It also satisfies riding comfort and anti-roll rigidity requirements simultaneously.
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