HOLDEN SPECIAL VEHICLES
SERVICE MANUAL SUPPLEMENT
SECTION C
SUSPENSION
CAUTION:
HSV vehicles are equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). An SRS
consists of seat belt pre-tensioners (fitted to all front seats), a driver’s-side air bag, a
passenger’s-side air bag and left and right hand side air bags. Refer to CAUTIONS,
Section 12M Occupant Protection System in the MY 2005 VZ Series Service
Information before performing any service operation on or around SRS components,
the steering mechanism or wiring. Failure to follow the CAUTIONS could result in
personal injury or unnecessary SRS system repairs.
Section C – Suspension
PURPOSE
The suspension system fitted to the HSV SV6000 is the HSV Performance System
comprising increased rate progressive front and rear springs and matched damper
calibrations. These components are all described in the HSV VZ Clubsport R8 Service
Information. Therefore for all service information (including FWA specs) on the
SV6000 suspension components refer to HSV VZ Clubsport R8 Service Information
and Holden VZ Service Information. New components for SV6000 are the HSV linear
steering rack, HSV power steering oil cooler, front strut tower brace and rear spring
spacers. These components are described in the following section.
HSV Ohlins Adjustable Suspension is available as an option on HSV SV6000. For all
service information on HSV Ohlins Adjustable Suspension refer to HSV VZ Service
Information.
NOTE:
If specific technical data on a HSV model is not contained in this supplement, obtain
data for that model from the relevant Holden VZ series Service Information
Supplement. References are made throughout this section to Holden Service Manuals,
to assist in providing information for specific service operations.
CAUTION:
When hoisting (or jacking) HSV models, ensure that the lifting head of the hoist lifts
on the chassis before the arm of the hoist contacts the side-skirt
HSV LINEAR STEERING RACK
The HSV SV6000 is fitted with a High Ratio Linear Steering rack for improved
steering response. This rack is similar to the racks fitted to all Holden VZ models with
the only changes being internal. Therefore for all Service and Repair information refer
to Holden VZ Service Information.
HSV HIGH RATIO LINEAR STEERING RACK PRT No. HSV-09A-050601
HSV POWER STEERING COOLER
The HSV SV6000 is fitted with a Power Steering Cooler. The cooler is mounted in
front of the radiator, similar to the Holden cooler.
HSV POWER STEERING COOLER PRT No. HSV-SPZ-300232
HSV STRUT TOWER BRACE
The HSV SV6000 is fitted with a front strut tower brace to stiffen front strut towers for
improved handling. This brace is the same as used on Holden VZ models.
HSV REAR SPRING SPACERS
The HSV SV6000 is fitted with rear spring spacers between the rear coil spring and
lower spring seat
HSV REAR SPRING SPACER PRT No.HSV-04B-050601