The models covered in this manual have MacPherson strut independent front suspension (combining springs and telescopic shock absorbers) and a stabilizer bar. Adjacent to the MacPherson struts are transverse lower control arms that use rubber bushings on their inner ends and ball joints on the outside. The lower ends of the MacPherson struts are clamped in the steering knuckles. The steering knuckles serve as supports for the wheel bearings, brake calipers and hub assembly with brake discs. By means of ball joints, the steering knuckles are connected to the lower levers. All models have a front anti-roll bar. The stabilizer is fixed to the subframe with the help of rubber supports, and with the help of its own struts it is connected to the front suspension struts.
The rear suspension is semi-independent. It uses two trailing arms, which are connected by a tubular cross member. A transverse torsion bar is installed between each trailing arm and the opposite spar. A stabilizer bar is installed between the trailing arms. The rear axle assembly is attached to the bottom of the vehicle by means of four rubber mounts.
A universal joint is built into the steering column in the middle of its length, which connects the column shaft to the intermediate shaft. A second cardan joint is installed at the lower end of the intermediate shaft. The lower cardan joint is fixed to the steering gear by means of a coupling bolt.
The steering mechanism is mounted on the front subframe and is connected to the pivot arms protruding backward from the steering knuckles by means of two transverse steering rods with ball joints on the outer tips. The tie rods and ball joints are threaded to allow for toe adjustment.
Power steering on early models was installed as an option (installed at the request of the client) and fitted as standard on all models from September 2002. The power steering system is pressurized by a pump driven from the crankshaft pulley by the accessory drive belt.