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"U" Series (Front)

  1. Lift front bumper about 1.5" (38 mm). Gently remove hands and allow vehicle to settle on its own. Do this 2 more times. Measure and record dimensions "Z" and "J". See Figure .
  2. Push front bumper down about 1.5" (38 mm). Gently remove hands and allow vehicle to rise on its own. Do this 2 more times. Measure and record dimensions "Z" and "J" again. To obtain ride height, average the high and low measurements.
  3. If ride height is not as specified, repair or replace suspension components as necessary. See RIDE HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS  table. If ride height is okay, align wheels. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT PROCEDURES  .
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