Before adjusting alignment, check riding height. Riding height must be checked with vehicle on level floor and tires properly inflated. Bounce vehicle several times and allow suspension to settle.
Visually inspect vehicle for signs of abnormal height difference from front to rear or side to side. Check passenger and luggage compartments for extra heavy items and remove if present. If riding height is not within specification, check, repair, or replace suspension components. See RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table.
For Amigo, Pickup, and Rodeo, determine front riding height "Z" by subtracting "B" from "A". (Scheme 1) Measure rear riding height between top of rear axle and rubber bumper.
| Application | Front: In. (mm) | Rear: In. (mm) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pickup (1) | |||
| 2WD | 2.05 (52) | (2) * | |
| 4WD | 4.96 (126) | (2) * | |
| Amigo (1) | 4.96 (126) | (2) * | |
| Impulse & Stylus | (3) | (3) * | |
| Rodeo | 4.96 (126) | (2) * | |
| Trooper (4) | 33-35 (850-880) | N/A | |
| (1) Riding height "Z" is measurement "A" minus measurement B". (Scheme 1) (2) Riding height is 3.35" (85 mm) for 1/2-ton vehicles and 3.54" (90 mm) for one-ton vehicles. (3) Not specified. (4) Riding height is measured between center of headlights and ground. | |||
| (1) | Riding height "Z" is measurement "A" minus measurement B". (Scheme 1) |
| (2) | Riding height is 3.35" (85 mm) for 1/2-ton vehicles and 3.54" (90 mm) for one-ton vehicles. |
| (3) | Not specified. |
| (4) | Riding height is measured between center of headlights and ground. |
RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Scheme 1
For Trooper, measure riding height between center of headlight and ground. (Scheme 2) Riding height difference between left and right sides should not be more than 3/8" (10 mm).
Scheme 2
See also:
• RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS