Lincoln Aviator: 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 rear control arm ball joint cap
(measurement 2)
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Measure the distance between the flat level
surface and the center of the rear control arm inboard 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 toe link inboard cam bolt (measurement 2).
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Measure the distance between the flat level surface
and the center of the toe link outboard bolt (measurement 3).
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Subtract measurement 3 from measurement 2 to obtain the rear ride height.
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:
The front interior lamp switches are on the
overhead console.
Note: The position of each button on the
overhead console depends on your vehicle.
All Lamps On or Off
Press to switch all interior
lamps
on or off.
Individual Map Lamps
Touch the lamp lens to switch the map lamps
on and off...
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
BCM
B1449:12
Trailer Tow Park/Tail Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test C
BCM
B1449:14
Trailer Tow Park/Tail Lamp Output: Circuit Short To Ground or Open
GO to Pinpoint Test C
TRM
B10E8:4B
Secondary Battery Relay "A": Over Temperature
GO to Pinpoint Test E
TRM
B1D08:11
Left Trailer Direction Indicator: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
TRM
B1D08:12
Left Trailer Direction Indicator: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test B
TRM
B1D09:11
Right Trailer Direction Indicator: Circuit Short To Ground
GO to Pinpoint Test B
TRM
B1D09:12
Right Trailer Direction Indicator: Circuit Short To Battery
GO to Pinpoint Test B
TRM
U0140:00
Lost Communication With Body Control Module: No Sub-Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test F
TRM
U1000:00
Solid State Driver Protection Active -Driver Disabled: No Sub Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test H
TRM
U2100:00
Initial Configuration Not Complete: No Sub Type Information
GO to Pinpoint Test G
TRM
U3000:49
Control Module: Internal Electronic Failure
GO to Pinpoint Test H
Symptom Charts
Symptom Chart: Trailer Lamps
Diagnostics in this manual assume a certain skill level and knowledge of Ford-specific diagnostic practices...