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Underbody Misalignment Check

  1. The dimensions of the underbody must be restored to provide the correct front and rear wheel alignment geometry.
  2. All the dimensions are measured between the centers of the existing holes in the underbody unless otherwise specified.
  3. Inspect all underbody structural members for cracks, twists or bends. Check all welded connections for cracks. Inspect the support brackets for looseness. Perform any necessary service or make replacements as required.
  4. Underbody dimension tolerances are +/- 3 mm (0.11 inch).
UNDERBODY DIMENSIONS

Dimension Millimeter Inch
1 1080.00 42.52
2 1185.00 46.65
3 1135.00 44.69
4 770.00 30.31
5 770.00 30.31
6 770.00 30.31
7 1286.00 50.63
8 842.00 33.15
9 944.00 37.18
10 1235.00 48.62
11 1235.00 48.62
12 1324.00 52.13
13 1324.00 52.13
14 1393.00 54.84
15 1393.00 54.84
16 495.00 19.49
17 1800.00 70.87
18 1800.00 70.87
19 1295.00 50.98
20 1295.00 50.98
21 1276.00 50.24
22 1276.00 50.24
23 1035.50 40.77
24 1474.00 58.03
25 738.00 29.06
26 912.00 35.91
27 544.00 21.42
28 988.00 38.90
29 402.00 15.83
30 334.00 13.15
31 334.00 13.15
32 334.00 13.15
33 413.00 16.26
34 562.00 22.13
35 545.00 21.46
36 545.00 21.46
Fig 1: Identifying Underbody Dimensions
G03959720Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.