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My Kizashi's left rear suspension top mount is cracked. I checked the suspension diagram, and parts 30/31 and 32 are shown as two separate components. Why does my car seem to have only part 30/31? Are there differences in the chassis for different configurations of the Kizashi?

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pengbo wrote: ↑Tue Aug 27, 2024 7:08 pm How do I upload pictures?

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What you need is number 32 shock mount. only sold by Suzuki. About $40. Only replace with new is my advice. The 2 bolts holding this in place are presenting a problem coming apart in salt areas. Breaking them off in the upper bracket will add much more grief . Best to use some skillful heat and even then (2) 8,1.25 studs may be the best solution. (Ford truck exhaust manifold)

Why doesn't my car have No. 32 parts, only No. 30 and No. 31? I bought a used car, maybe the original owner removed the No. 32 shock absorber seat.

The cracked bit shown in your picture is part # 32. The part directly above it, which you can barely see, is part #30/31.

pengbo wrote: ↑Wed Aug 28, 2024 12:20 am Why doesn't my car have No. 32 parts, only No. 30 and No. 31? I bought a used car, maybe the original owner removed the No. 32 shock absorber seat.

Like Woodie said, you are misidentifying the parts. The cracked part is #32.
Also, the part you boxed in red (#34) is the bump stopper. The top part of 34 goes into the cupped part of #32.

It should be noted that these parts can fail over time from corrosion, especially in areas with snow/ice thus salted roads. It should also be mentioned that the original rear bump stoppers (34) had a design flaw that did not vacate moisture well. It caused premature corrosion of the rear shocks. It was never a recall but a Technical Service Bulletin. I had my rear shocks replaced under warranty due to this issue about ten years ago. They installed the revised bump stoppers then too.
When you replace your shock mount, replace the bump stoppers too with the newer design if you don't have them.

Lastly, Megazip.net (site for OEM parts) currently has a sale for 15% off. Code is 15ENDSALE.

thank you very much

It sounds like there might be some variation in the suspension setup depending on the specific model or trim level of your Kizashi. Some models may combine parts 30/31 into a single unit or have different configurations based on whether they are front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, or even based on the production year.

I'd recommend checking the part numbers for your specific VIN to confirm the exact components needed for your model. It's also possible that the diagrams you are looking at represent a generic view and may not reflect all configurations. If you’re unsure, reaching out to a Suzuki dealer or a specialized mechanic who has experience with Kizashi models might give you a clearer answer