PRE-MEASUREMENT CHECKS
Inflate tires to proper air pressure. Specifications can be found on door pillar or in glove box. Cargo compartment must by empty. Fuel tank should be full. Bounce vehicle up and down to normalize ride height.
Most Ford vehicles ride height specifications are checked after front end alignment is completed. Specification is given as "Axle Gap" in WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS article. Axle gap measurement points are shown. (Scheme 15)- (Scheme 19).
Ford recommends lateral tilt be checked for certain vehicles. To determine, measure from bottom of fender lip to ground. For F150, F250, F350 (2WD), F150 (4WD) and Bronco, a maximum of 5/8" difference is allowable for the front. A maximum of 3/4" difference is allowable for the rear. Any lateral tilt must be corrected before alignment is attempted.
