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Ride Height Measurement




Ride Height Measurement

Front Ride Height Measurement

F-250 and F-350, Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)









F-250 and F-350, Four-Wheel Drive (4WD), F-450 and F-550









1. NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure.

To obtain vehicle ride height, measure the distance between points 1 and 2. For additional information, refer to Specifications.

Rear Ride Height Measurement

F-250 and F-350, Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) and F-450 and F-550 without Low Deflection Package









F-250 and F-350, Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) and F-450 and F-550 with Low Deflection Package









1. NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is positioned on a flat, level surface and the tires are inflated to the correct pressure.

To obtain vehicle ride height, measure the distance between points 1 and 2. For additional information, refer to Specifications.