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Ride/Trim Height Measurement and Adjustment






DIMENSIONS
Folding Top
A: 500 mm (19.70 inch)
B: 500 mm (19.70 inch)
D: 212 mm ( 8.35 inch)
J: 282 mm (11.10 inch)
K: 303 mm (11.93 inch)
Z: 91 mm ( 3.60 inch)

Four Door
A: 500 mm (19.70 inch)
B: 500 mm (19.70 inch)
D: 212 mm ( 8.35 inch)
J: 282 mm (11.10 inch)
K: 303 mm (11.93 inch)
Z: 91 mm ( 3.60 inch)


INSPECT
Trim height refers to the distance from the bottom of the vehicle's body to the ground. In other words, the body trim's ground clearance. Several factors can influence what a vehicle's trim height will be at any given time: tire inflation, additional weight in the vehicle, the condition of the struts and springs after the vehicle has accumulated some mileage, and nonoriginal tire brand and size can all affect trim height.

Before measuring trim height, perform the following steps:
^ Make sure all tires are properly inflated.
^ Remove all extraneous weight from the vehicle.
^ Bounce the front and rear of the vehicle up and down a few times to stabilize the suspension.
^ Make sure the fuel tank is at least 1/2 full.
^ Securely fasten the spare tire and jack within the rear luggage compartment.
^ Measure the vehicle body-to-ground clearance several times in between bouncing the vehicle's suspension. The true trim height should be an average of several measurements.
^ Close hood and all doors.