Ford Escape: Suspension System - General Information / General Procedures - Ride Height Measurement
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Check
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.
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Before measuring ride height check:
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Tires are inflated to the correct pressure.
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Vehicle should have a full tank of fuel.
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All fluids at proper levels.
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No cargo inside the cab or bed.
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Inspect for aftermarket equipment. Check for
aftermarket changes to the steering, suspension, wheel and tire
components (such as competition, heavy duty, etc.).
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Jounce front and rear suspension vigorously to allow the vehicle to settle.
Ride Height Measurement — Front
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Ride height = 3-2
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the lower arm forward bolt (measurement 2).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the ball joint bolt (measurement 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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With the surface gauge positioned on a flat, level
surface, record the measurement of the surface gauge position
(measurement 2) and (measurement 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Subtract measurement 2 from measurement 3 to obtain the front ride height.
Ride Height Measurement — Rear
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Ride height = 2-3
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Measurement 2
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Measurement 3
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the rear lower arm inboard bolt (Cam Adjuster)
(measurement 2).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the rear lower arm outboard bolt (measurement 3).
Use the General Equipment: Surface Gauge
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Subtract measurement 3 from measurement 2 to obtain the rear ride height.
Refer to: Specifications (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, Specifications).
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Wheel Alignment System
Adjustment
NOTICE:
Do not use any tools or equipment to move the wheel and tire
assembly or suspension components while checking for relative movement...
Other information:
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) Chart
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices. REFER to: Diagnostic Methods (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
Diagnostic Trouble Code Chart
Module
DTC
Description
Action
BCMC
U010..
Playing or Pausing the Audio Source
Press to pause playback. Press
again to resume playback.
Note: Not all sources can be paused.
Adjusting the Volume
Turn to adjust the volume.
Switching Shuffle Mode On and Off
Press the button on the
touchscreen to switch shuffle
mode on or off.
Note: Not all sources have shuffle mode.
Switching Repeat Mode On and Off
Press the button on the
touchscreen ..