RIDING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Note. Prior to checking or adjusting wheel alignment, perform preliminary visual, and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires, and suspension components. See PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS in WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY & OPERATION article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
Note. On vehicles with electronic chassis controls, ensure all systems are functional before attempting to adjust riding height or wheel alignment. See appropriate ELECTRONIC article under SUSPENSION.
- Before making any adjustments, visually inspect vehicle. Remove any heavy items from passenger, and luggage compartments. Ensure tires are properly inflated, and vehicle is level. Bounce vehicle several times, and allow suspension to settle.
- Check riding height from front to rear, and from side to side. If riding height is not as specified, check for damaged or bent suspension components, and repair or replace as necessary. See «RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-5273-S23282415642000081100000) table. Riding height from left to right should not vary more than 1.0" (25.4 mm). If riding height is not within specification, check, and repair suspension before adjusting wheel alignment.
| Application | (1) In. (mm) |
|---|---|
| Diamante | 6.5 (165) |
| Eclipse | 5.9 (150) |
| Eclipse Spyder | 5.7 (145) |
| Galant | 5.9 (150) |
| Mirage | 5.9 (150) |
| Montero | 8.7 (205) |
| Montero Sport | 8.7 (220) |
| 3000 GT | 5.7 (145) |
| (1) Measured from ground to bottom of body behind front wheel opening on cars. Measured from ground to bottom of rear wheel rim on Montero and Montero Sport. | |
| (1) | Measured from ground to bottom of body behind front wheel opening on cars. Measured from ground to bottom of rear wheel rim on Montero and Montero Sport. |
RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS