2003 DAEWOO MATIZ suspension

2B – 2 WHEEL ALIGNMENT
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT
The first responsibility of engineering is to design safe
steering and suspension systems. Each component
must be strong enough to withstand and absorb extreme
punishment. Both the steering system and the front and
the rear suspension must function geometrically with the
body mass.
The steering and the suspension systems require that
the front wheels self-return and that the tire rolling effort
and the road friction be held to a negligible force in order
to allow the customer to direct the vehicle with the least
effort and the most comfort.
A complete wheel alignment check should include mea-
surements of the rear toe and camber.
Four-wheel alignment assures that all four wheels will be
running in precisely the same direction.
When the vehicle is geometrically aligned, fuel economy
and tire life are at their peak, and steering and perfor-
mance are maximized.
TOE
D16A006A
Toe–in is the turning in of the tires, while toe–out is the
turning out of the tires from the geometric centerline or
thrust line. The toe ensures parallel rolling of the wheels.
The toe serves to offset the small deflections of the
wheel support system which occur when the vehicle is
rolling forward. The specified toe angle is the setting
which achieves–degrees (0
) of toe when the vehicle is
moving.
Incorrect toe-in or toe-out will cause tire wear and re-
duced fuel economy. As the individual steering and sus-
pension components wear from vehicle mileage,
additional toe will be needed to compensate for the
wear.
Always correct the toe dimension last.
CASTER
D16A008A
Caster is the tilting of the uppermost point of the steering
axis either forward or backward from the vertical when
viewed from the side of the vehicle. A backward tilt is
positive, and a forward tilt is negative. Caster influences
directional control of the steering but does not affect tire
wear. Weak springs or overloading a vehicle will affect
caster. One wheel with more positive caster will pull to-
ward the center of the car. This condition will cause the
car to move or lean toward the side with the least
amount of positive caster. Caster is measured in de-
grees and is not adjustable.
CAMBER
D16A007A
Camber is the tilting of the top of the tire from the vertical
when viewed from the front of the vehicle. When the
tires tilt outward, the camber is positive. When the tires
tilt inward, the camber is negative. The camber angle is
measured in degrees from the vertical. Camber in-
fluences both directional control and tire wear.
If the vehicle has too much positive camber, the outside
shoulder of the tire will wear. If the vehicle has too much
negative camber, the inside shoulder of the tire will wear.
Camber is measured in degrees and is not adjustable.

WHEEL ALIGNMENT 2B–5
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
FRONT TOE ADJUSTMENT
1. Separate the clamps from the both rack and pinion
boots.
2. Loosen the right and the left tie rod end lock nuts.
3. Turn the right and the left tie rod to align the toe.
In this adjustment, the right and left tie rods must be
equal in length.
Front Toe–In 10′ ± 10′

Rotation Number of Tie Rod

Difference of Toe–In

1/2
0.75 mm (0.03 in.)
1 1.5 mm (0.06 in.)
D106A303
4. Tighten the tie rod end lock nut to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
5. Install the rack and pinion boots clamp.
FRONT CAMBER AND CASTER
CHECK
The front camber and caster are not adjustable. Refer to
“Wheel Alignment Specifications” in this section. Jounce
the bumper three times before measuring the camber or
the caster in order to prevent an incorrect reading. If the
front camber or caster measurements deviate from the
specifications, locate and replace or repair any dam-
aged, loose, bent, dented, or worn suspension part. If
the problem is body related, repair the body.
REAR CAMBER CHECK
The rear camber is not adjustable. Refer to “Wheel
Alignment Specifications” in this section. If the rear cam-
ber deviates from the specification, locate the cause and
correct it. If damaged, loose, bent, dented, or worn sus-
pension parts are found, they should be repaired or re-
placed. If the problem is body related, repair the body.
REAR TOE CHECK
The rear toe is not adjustable. Refer to “Wheel Align-
ment Specifications” in this section. If the toe deviates
from the specification, check the rear axle assembly and
the wheel spindle on vehicles without an anti–lock brak-
ing system (ABS) or the rear axle assembly and the hub
and bearing assembly on vehicles with ABS for possible
damage.

DAEWOO M-150 BL2
SECTION 2C
FRONT SUSPENSION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Description and Operation 2C-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Suspension 2C-2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Component Locator 2C-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Suspension 2C-3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Diagnostic Information and Procedures 2C-5. . . . .
Strut Dampener 2C-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Ball Joint and Knuckle 2C-5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Wheel Bearing 2C-6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Repair Instructions 2C-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
On-Vehicle Service 2C-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Strut Assembly 2C-7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Knuckle Assembly 2C-8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Front Longitudinal Frame and
Stabilizer Shaft 2C-10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Arm 2C-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Strut Bar 2C-12. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Crossmember 2C-13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Unit Repair 2C-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Hub, Bearing and Knuckle 2C-16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Front Strut 2C-20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications 2C-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
General Specifications 2C-23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Fastener Tightening Specifications 2C-23. . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools and Equipment 2C-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Special Tools Table 2C-24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2C – 2 FRONT SUSPENSION
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
FRONT SUSPENSION
The front suspension for this vehicle is a combination
knuckle/strut and spring design.
The control arms pivot from the body. The lower control
arm pivots use rubber bushing. The upper end of the
strut is isolated by a rubber mount and contains a bear-
ing to allow the wheel to turn.
The lower end of the steering knuckle pivots on a ball
joint bolted to the control arm. The ball joint is fastened
to the steering knuckle with a bolt.When servicing the control arm-to-body attachment and
the stabilizer shaft-to-body insulators, make sure the at-
taching bolts are loose until the control arms are moved
to the trim height, which is curb height. Trim height is the
normal position to which the control arms move when
the vehicle is sitting on the ground. Refer to “General
Specifications” in this section.

FRONT SUSPENSION 2C–3
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
COMPONENT LOCATOR
FRONT SUSPENSION
D16B401A

2C –4 FRONT SUSPENSION
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
1. Strut Bar
2. Front Suspension Strut Assembly
3. Strut Inner Support
4. Strut Mount Assembly
5. Strut Mount Seat
6. Strut Bearing Seat
7. Strut Bearing
8. Coil Spring Upper Seat
9. Coil Spring Seat
10. Bumper Stopper
11. Coil Spring
12. Strut
13. Inner Bearing Oil Seal
14. Inner Hub Bearing
15. Steering Knuckle
16. Dust Cover
17. Hub Bearing Spacer
18. Outer Hub Bearing19. Outer Bearing Oil Seal
20. Rotor
21. Wheel Hub
22. Hub Bolt
23. Hub Assembly
24. Drive Axle–to–Hub Caulking Nut
25. Control Arm Ball Stud Bolt
26. Cotter Pin
27. Castellated Nut
28. Washer
29. Stabilizer Shaft Bushing
30. Control Arm Dust Seal
31. Clip
32. Control Arm Bushing
33. Control Arm Assembly
34. Stabilizer Shaft
35. Stabilizer Shaft Mount
36. Front Under Longitudinal Frame

FRONT SUSPENSION 2C–5
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURES
STRUT DAMPENER
A strut dampener is basically a shock absorber. However, strut dampeners are easier to extend and retract by hand
than are shock absorbers. Strut dampeners are used only on the front in most vehicles, including this vehicle. Shock
absorbers are used on the rear wheels.
Condition Probable cause Correction
Struts Seem Weak
Improper tire pressures.
Adjust the tire pressures to the speci-
fications on the tire placard.

Abnormal load conditions.
Consult with the owner to confirm the
owner’s understanding of normal load
conditions.

Improper compression and rebound
effectiveness of the strut dampener.
Quickly push down and then lift up on
the corner of the bumper nearest the
strut dampener being tested.

Compare the compression and re-
bound with those of a similar vehicle
that has an acceptable ride quality.

Replace the strut dampener, if need-
ed.
Struts are Noisy
Loose or damaged mountings.
Tighten the strut dampener.

Replace the strut dampener if need-
ed.

Improper compression and rebound
effectiveness of the strut dampener.
Quickly push down and then lift up on
the corner of the bumper nearest the
strut dampener being tested.

Compare the compression and re-
bound with those of a similar vehicle
that has an acceptable ride quality.

Replace the strut dampener, if need-
ed.
Leaks
A slight trace of fluid.
The strut dampener is OK.

Leaks of the seal cover on the fully
extended strut.
Replace the strut dampener.

Excessive leaks of fluid on the strut
dampener.
Replace the strut dampener.
BALL JOINT AND KNUCKLE
Ball Joint Inspection
1. Raise the front of the vehicle to allow the front sus-
pension to hang free.
2. Grasp the tire at the top and the bottom.
3. Move the top of the tire in an in-and-out motion.
4. Look for any horizontal movement of the knuckle rela-
tive to the control arm.
5. Control arms assembly must be replaced if the follow-
ing conditions exist:

The joint is loose.

The ball seal is cut.

The ball stud is disconnected from the knuckle.
The ball stud is loose at the knuckle.

The ball stud can be twisted in its socket with finger
pressure.Ball Stud Inspection
Make sure to check the tightness of the ball stud in the
knuckle boss during each inspection of the ball joint.
One way to inspect the ball stud for wear is to shake the
wheel and feel for movement of the stud end or the cas-
tellated nut at the knuckle boss.
Another way to inspect the ball stud for wear is to check
the fastener torque at the castellated nut. A loose nut can
indicate a stressed stud or a hole in the knuckle boss.
Worn or damaged ball joints and knuckles must be re-
placed.

2C –6 FRONT SUSPENSION
DAEWOO M-150 BL2
FRONT WHEEL BEARING
Bearing Axial End Play Inspection
D107B303
1. Lift and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Inspect the end play of the bearing.
3. If excessive play is defeeted, free shoes from the disc
or remove the calipers.4. Check the standard torque of the drive nut (spec. :
210 Nm (155 lb-ft)).
5. Check the bearing end play according to the following
method.

Place a dial guage against the disc surface, grasp
the disc.

Using a push–pull movement, note gage readings.
Specification
0.130mm
or less
(0.005 in)Standard tighting torque
of drive shaft nut :
210 Nm (155 lb-ft)
6. If the axial end play of the front wheel bearing exceed
0.130mm torque the drive shaft nut successively
(Max. allowance : 240 Nm (177 lb-ft))
7. Check the axial end play again.
8. If the axial end play is above spec., replace the front
wheel bearing.