Note. Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform visual and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires and suspension components. See the PRE-ALIGNMENT CHECKS article in this section. For basic wheel alignment theory, refer to the WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY/OPERATION article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.
Before adjusting wheel 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 from front to rear or side to side. Remove extra heavy items, if any, from passenger and luggage compartments. Measure width "A" or "B", as shown in illustration, to locate riding height measuring points "J" and "K". (Scheme 6)See RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS table.
Note. DO NOT measure riding height from rocker flange.
Note. Riding height between left side and right side of vehicle should vary less than one inch (25.4 mm).
| Application | In. (mm) | |
|---|---|---|
| Coupe (Except SC1 W/ Aluminum Wheels) | ||
| Front "A" | 5.9 (150) | |
| Rear "B" | 5.4 (138) | |
| Front "J" | 7.8-9.1 (199-231) | |
| Rear "K" | 7.9-9.4 (201-239) | |
| Coupe (SC1 W/ Aluminum Wheels) | ||
| Front "A" | 5.9 (150) | |
| Rear "B" | 5.4 (138) | |
| Front "J" | 8.2-9.1 (208-240) | |
| Rear "K" | 8.3-9.5 (210-242) | |
| Sedan | ||
| Front "A" | 4.6 (117) | |
| Rear "B" | 4.1 (105) | |
| Front "J" | 7.8-9.0 (199-229) | |
| Rear "K" | 8.0-9.2 (202-234) | |
| Wagon | ||
| Front "A" | 4.6 (117) | |
| Rear "B" | 4.1 (105) | |
| Front "J" | 7.8-9.1 (199-232) | |
| Rear "K" | 8.1-9.5 (207-241) | |
RIDING HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
Scheme 6
See also:
• PRE-ALIGNMENT CHECKS
• WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY/OPERATION