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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2010FOCUS SES, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)SUSPENSIONWHEEL ALIGNMENTSUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATIONGENERAL PROCEDURESRIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENTREAR RIDE HEIGHT MEASUREMENT
2010 Ford Focus SES, 2D Coupe, Standard
Rear Ride Height Measurement
2010 Ford Focus SES, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Rear Ride Height Measurement
ITEM DESCRIPTION CHART
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ride height = 2 - 3 |
| 2 | Measurement 2 |
| 3 | Measurement 3 |
NOTE:
Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure. Vehicle should have a full tank of fuel.
- Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the forward lower arm inboard bolt (measurement 2).
- Measure the distance between the flat level surface and the center of the forward lower arm outboard bolt (measurement 3).
- Subtract measurement 3 from measurement 2 to obtain the rear ride height.
- Refer to SPECIFICATIONSΒ .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.