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).
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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...
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Funnel
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® MERCON® ULV Automatic Transmission FluidXT-12-QULV
WSS-M2C949-A, MERCON® ULV
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Connect the diagnostic scan tool to the vehicle. Monitor the TFT
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