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Checking Procedure

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To calculate ride height, measure and record dimension "C". See Fig 1 and Fig 2 . See RIDE HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS  . 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
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Fig 2: Rear Ride Height Measurement
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RIDE HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS

Application (1) In. (mm)
Front -.1 To .5 (-3 To 13)
Rear 5 (127)
(1) See procedures for measurement calculations/points.