Checking Procedure

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NOTE: Rear ride height measurement for cobra is not available from manufacturer.

To calculate front ride height, measure and record dimension "C". See Fig 1 . To calculate rear ride height, see Fig 2 . See RIDE HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table. If ride height does not meet specification, and no unusual load is present, check for damaged components or non-standard replacement suspension components.

Fig 1: Front Ride Height Measurement

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Fig 2: Rear Ride Height Measurement

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

RIDE HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS

Application

⁽¹⁾ In. (mm)

Front

-0.1-0.5 (-3.6-11.6)

Rear

Base & GT

5 (128)

Cobra

1.1-1.7(11.6-25.6)

⁽¹⁾	See procedures for measurement calculations/points.