Cooper S Convertible (R52) L4-1.6L SC (W11) (2005)
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The kingpin offset is the distance from the centre of the wheel contact point to the contact point of the kingpin extrapolation.
6. Wheel Suspension
6. Wheel suspension
Those parts which connect the wheel to the mostly load-bearing floor elements of the bodywork and guide it in the required direction belong to the
wheel suspension. They are connected by axles or other comparable structures and guided by the arms. The wheel suspension plays a decisive role in
the handling characteristics of a vehicle. Two main groups have to be distinguished: 1. Rigid axle suspension and 2. Independent wheel suspension.
6.1 Rigid axle suspension
6.2 Independent wheel suspension
7. Wheel Alignment / Procedure
7. Wheel Alignment / Procedure
7.1 Measuring options
An overview of all measuring options and values (VA = front axle, HA = rear axle) is shown below.