Ford Fusion: Suspension System - General Information / Ride Height Measurement. General Procedures
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Check
NOTE:
Ride Height Measurement - Front
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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Ride height = 3-2
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Measurement 2
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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 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the front ride height.
Check
NOTE:
Ride Height Measurement - Rear
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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Ride height = 2-3
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Measurement 2
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Measurement 3
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the toe link inboard cam bolt (measurement 2).
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface and
the center of the toe link outboard bolt (measurement 3).
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Subtract measurement 3 from measurement 2 to obtain the rear ride height.
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the
performance of vital components and systems...
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CCM (adaptive cruise control only)
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WARNING: Do not use the cross
traffic alert system as a replacement for
using the interior and exterior mirrors or
looking over your shoulder before
reversing out of a parking space. The
cross traffic alert system is not a
replacement for careful driving.
WARNING: The system may not
operate properly during severe weather
conditions, for example snow, ice, heavy
rain and spray. Always driv..