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2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD

Ride Height Measurement

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Ride Height Measurement
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Ride Height Measurement -- Front 

  1. 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.

  2. 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.).

  3. 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

    GFD404502Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. 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

    GFD404503Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY

    Ride Height Measurement -- Rear 

  5. 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.

  6. 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.).

  7. 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

    GFD404504Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. 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

GFD404505Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
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