Lincoln Corsair: Suspension System - General Information / General Procedures - Ride Height Measurement
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Check
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat,
level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
Vehicle should have a full tank of fuel.
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Before measuring ride height check:
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Tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
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Vehicle should have a full tank of fuel.
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All fluids at proper levels.
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No cargo inside the cab or bed.
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Inspect for aftermarket equipment. Check for
aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension, wheel and tire
components (such as competition, heavy duty, etc.).
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Jounce front and rear suspension vigorously to allow the vehicle to settle.
Ride Height Measurement — Front
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Ride height = 3-2
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the lower arm forward bolt (measurement 2).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the ball joint bolt (measurement 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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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
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Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the front ride height.
Ride Height Measurement — Rear
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Ride height = 3-2
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Measurement 3
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Measurement 2
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the toe link inboard cam bolt (measurement 2).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the toe link outboard bolt (measurement 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the rear ride height.
Refer to: Specifications (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, Specifications).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement...
Other information:
Cleaning the Interior
WARNING: Do not use cleaning
solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle's
seatbelts, as these actions may weaken
the belt webbing.
WARNING: On vehicles equipped
with seat-mounted airbags, do not use
chemical solvents or strong detergents.
Such products could contaminate the side
airbag system and affect performance of
the side airbag in a crash.
Note: Follow the same proc..
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Fluid Container
Draining
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).
NOTE:
Less than half of the fluid may be drained from the
rear electric drive assembly. Fluid will collect in the internal
cavities and will be signifi..