Ride Height Measurement

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Ride Height Measurement -- Front

NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface.

Jounce front and rear suspension vigorously to allow the vehicle to settle.
Before measuring ride height check:
- Tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
- Vehicle should have at least one-half tank of fuel.
- All fluids at proper levels.
- No cargo inside the cab or bed.
- Inspect for aftermarket equipment. Check for aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension, wheel and tire components (such as competition, heavy duty, etc.).
NOTE: F-250 and F-350, Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
1. Bottom surface of the jounce bumper cup (measurement point 1)
2. Top of I-beam axle (measurement point 2)
3. Ride height = distance between measurement point 1 and measurement point 2
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
NOTE: F-250 and F-350, Four-Wheel Drive (4WD), F-450 and F-550
1. Bottom surface of the jounce bumper cup (measurement point 1)
2. Top surface of the jounce bumper pad on the axle (measurement point 2)
3. Ride height = distance between measurement point 1 and measurement point 2
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

Ride Height Measurement -- Rear
NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface.

Jounce front and rear suspension vigorously to allow the vehicle to settle.
Before measuring ride height check:
- Tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
- Vehicle should have at least one-half tank of fuel.
- All fluids at proper levels.
- No cargo inside the cab or bed.
- Inspect for aftermarket equipment. Check for aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension, wheel and tire components (such as competition, heavy duty, etc.).
NOTE: F-250 and F-350, Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and F-450 and F-550 without Low Deflection Package
1. Bottom of the jounce bumper at the frame (measurement point 1)
2. Top of axle tube (measurement point 2)
3. Ride height = distance between measurement point 1 and measurement point 2
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
NOTE: F-250 and F-350, Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and F-450 and F-550 with Low Deflection Package
1. Bottom of the jounce bumper at the frame (measurement point 1)
2. Top of spring spacer (measurement point 2)
3. Ride height = distance between measurement point 1 and measurement point 2

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY