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Ride Height Measurement

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Special Tool(s) / General Equipment 

Surface Gauge

Check 

Ride Height Measurement -- Front 

  1. For optimal alignment settings, Refer to: Specifications .
  2. NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface.

    Jounce front and rear suspension vigorously to allow the vehicle to settle.

  3. Before measuring ride height check:

    • Tires are inflated to the correct pressure.

    • Vehicle should have at least one-half tank of fuel.

    • All fluids at proper levels.

    • No cargo inside the cab or bed.

    • Inspect for aftermarket equipment. Check for aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension, wheel and tire components (such as competition, heavy duty, etc.).

    1. Ride height = 2-3
    2. Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the center of the front lower arm bolt. (measurement 2). Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    3. Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the lower edge of the lower ball joint stud. (measurement 3). Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    GFD623284Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. With the surface gauge positioned on a flat, level surface, record the measurement of the surface gauge position (measurement 2) and (measurement 3).. Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    GFD623285Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Subtract measurement 3 from measurement 2 to obtain the front ride height.

    Ride Height Measurement -- Rear 

  7. NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface, transmission in the PARK position and the parking brake OFF.

    Jounce front and rear suspension vigorously to allow the vehicle to settle.

  8. Before measuring ride height check:

    • Tires are inflated to the correct pressure.

    • Vehicle should have at least one-half tank of fuel.

    • All fluids at proper levels.

    • No cargo inside the cab or bed.

    • Inspect for aftermarket equipment. Check for aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension, wheel and tire components (such as competition, heavy duty, etc.).

    1. LH side ride height = 3-2
    2. Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the center of LH panhard rod bolt head surface at the frame. (measurement 3). Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    3. Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the center of LH lower longitudinal link bolt head surface at the axle bracket. (measurement 2). Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    GFD623286Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
    1. RH side ride height = 3-2
    2. Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the edge of the indicated bracket at the RH side frame. (measurement 3). Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    3. Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the RH lower longitudinal head surface at the axle. (measurement 2). Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    GFD623287Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. With the surface gauge positioned on a flat, level surface, record the measurement of the surface gauge position (measurement 3) and (measurement 2).. Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
    GFD623285Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the rear ride height.
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