Trim height is a predetermined measurement relating to vehicle ride height. Incorrect trim heights can cause the vehicle to bottom out over bumps, damage to the suspension components and symptoms similar to wheel alignment problems. Check the trim heights when diagnosing suspension concerns and before checking the wheel alignment.
Perform the following before measuring the trim heights:
Note:
One U.S. gallon of gasoline weighs approximately 6.5 lbs
. One liter of gasoline weighs approximately 0.7 kg
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Measurement Definitions
P Height: The vertical distance from the ground to the top of the wheel opening through the centerline of the front wheel.
R Height: The vertical distance from the ground to the top of the wheel opening through the centerline of the rear wheel.
Use the following procedures to measure the P and R dimensions:
Note:
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and release. Perform this step three times.
and release. Perform this step three times.
Measurement Definitions
The Z Height: The vertical distance from the bottom surface of the cradle (b), in line fore/aft with the center of the ball joint (a).
Use the following procedures to measure the Z dimensions:
Note:
The left and right Z height differences should be no more than 10 mm (0.39 in)
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and release. Perform this step three times.
and release. Perform this step three times.
Measurement Definitions
The D Height: The vertical distance from the bottom surface of the body side rail (a) to the center of the lower shock attaching bolt head (b).
Use the following procedure to check the D dimension:
Note:
The left and right D height difference should be no more than 10 mm (0.39 in)
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and release. Perform this step three times.
and release. Perform this step three times.
Passenger Sensing System
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position.
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument panel when the
vehicle is started.
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The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on and off, will be visible during the
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Callout
Component Name
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Callout
Component Name
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