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Ride/Trim Height Specifications

Trim Height Specifications:
Z: 30 to 50 mm (1-3/16 to 2 in)
D: 76 to 96 mm (3 to 3-3/4 in)
J: 174 mm (7 in)
K: 223 mm (8-3/4 in)
Maximum variation side-to-side and front-to-rear is 19 mm (3/4 inch).



Z Height Measurement

Z Measurement:




Measure the clearance (Z) between the centerline of the control arm (1) and the lowest point on the ball joint housing (2) (except the grease fitting).


D Height Measurement

D Measurement:




Measure the clearance (D) between the centerline of the outboard control arm bolt (1) and the bottom of the control arm wheel bearing face (3).


J Height Measurement



Measure the clearance (J) between the front underbody points (4) and the ground (2).


K Height Measurement



Measure the clearance (K) between the rear underbody points (4) and the ground (2).