Aixam / Minauto

Suspension leg Aixam : key element for road handling

The suspension leg plays a vital role in the road behavior of a car-free car Aixam. It connects the wheel to the chassis, guides the vertical movement of the suspensions and maintains the alignment of the wheel. A suspension leg in good condition guarantees a precise direction, regular tire wear and optimal driving comfort.

Function and role of the suspension leg

On a AixamThe suspension leg allows you to transmit the wheel forces to the crate while absorbing the irregularities of the road. It acts as a pivot and serves as a support point for the damper. It also helps maintain the right geometry of the front train and preserve stability during turns and braking.

Components of a suspension leg

• Main arm : Metal piece ensuring the mechanical link between the wheel and the chassis.
• Ball : allow the pivot movements necessary for vertical turning and movements.
• Silent-blocks : absorbent rubber elements vibration and shocks.
• Fasteners and bolts : Provide rigid and secure bond between the leg and the rest of the front train.

Consequences of a worn suspension leg

A tired suspension leg can cause some noise noise, a loss of direction precision, less stable handling and premature tire wear. In the most severe cases, it can cause a significant misalignment of the front train and compromise safety during emergency braking.

Signs indicating that we must intervene

It is advisable to regularly check the suspension legs of your Aixam. Here are the main symptoms that need to alert:

Visual clues

• Corrosion or cracks on the suspension arm.
• Silent-cracked or deteriorated blocks.
• Joint with game or grease leakage.
• Loose bounds or corroded bolts.

Mechanical and auditory signs

• Slow or knock noise at each bump.
• Direction that pulls on or imputed on one side or imprecise.
• Vibrations felt in the steering wheel.
• Unequal wear of front tires.

Solutions: repair or replacement

Depending on the status of the room, two options are available to you: Repair or replace. If only the ball or silent-Block is worn, a partial replacement can suffice. On the other hand, if the leg is deformed, cracked or strongly corroded, the complete replacement is essential for retaining safe road behavior.

Targeted repair

• Replacement of the patella if it presents game.
• Silent change-deteriorated blocks.
• Replacing worn fasteners and bolts.
• Lubrication and cleaning of pivot points if necessary.

Full replacement

• Installing a new or adaptable suspension leg.
• Changing peripheral parts to prevent imbalance between both sides.
• Control and adjustment of the geometry of the front train after mounting.
• Road test to ensure return to normal behavior.

Catalog Pro VSP : suspension legs for Aixam

Pro VSP puts at your disposal suspension legs of origin or adaptable, adapted to the different models of the brand Aixam. You will also find the ball joints, silent-Blocks and fasteners required for complete and reliable intervention. Product cards detail compatibility and dimensions to prevent control error.

Complementary parts

When replacing a suspension leg, it is recommended to also check the status of the dampers and other suspension elements. Pro VSP Offers a wide choice of shock absorbers without license, available here: VSP shock absorbers.

Budget & Related Costs

The price of a suspension leg for Aixam varies depending on whether it is a piece of origin or adaptable, and according to the peripheral parts to be replaced. Add the cost of the hand-and parallelism to obtain the full budget of the intervention.

Expenses to anticipate

• Cost of the new suspension leg.
• Fasteners, ball joints and silent-blocks so necessary.
• Hand-for assembly/removal.
• Setting the front train parallelism.
• POST VERIFICATION-Mounting with road test.

Buying tips

• Check that the part is compatible with your car without a brand license Aixam.
• Preferably choose an original part or a certified adaptable.
• Change the two suspension legs per pair to avoid an imbalance.
• Replace the fasteners to ensure safe and durable assembly.
• Set parallelism to ensure regular tire wear.

If you are looking for a suspension leg for another license without license, see the general category: VSP suspension leg.

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