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:
Voice Recognition
USB and Bluetooth Audio
Phone
Navigation (If Equipped)
Apps
Wi-Fi Connectivity
Personal Profiles (If Equipped)
Resetting the System
Simultaneously press and hold the seek
up and the audio unit power buttons until
the screen goes black.
Wait three minutes to allow the system
to complete the reset.
Press the audio unit power button to
switch the system ..
Removal
Starting at the back of the overhead console, release the clips and remove the overhead console.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Installation
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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