Explorer 4WD V8-302 5.0L VIN P SFI (2000)
6. Note: The torsion bar adjusting bolt is coated with adhesive that wears; off after disassembly. If the torsion bar system is ever disassembled or the
torsion bar adjusting bolt is ever removed, use a new torsion bar adjusting bolt when re-assembling.
Adjust the torsion bars (height) as necessary by tightening or loosening the torsion bar adjusting bolt.
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Tighten the torsion bar adjusting bolt to increase the torque or raise the height.
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Loosen the torsion bar adjusting bolt to decrease the torque or lower the height.
Ride Height - Vehicle Dynamic Suspension
Special Service Tool(s)
1. Connect scan tool to the Data Link Connector (DLC).
2. Select the RIDE CONTROL OUTPUT screen and turn on the following solenoids to vent the entire system of air and to lower the vehicle to its
lowest attainable height:
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REAR FILL (rear fill solenoid).
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GATE VALVE (gate solenoid).
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VENT (vent solenoid).
3. Close all doors including the liftgate and liftgate window.
4. Reopen any door (to ensure that the height will not change until the internal electronic calibration is complete).
5. Park the vehicle on a flat surface.
6. From the function menu, quickly select RIDE HEIGHT CALIBRATION.
7. Note the warning on the scan tool screen and follow the directions.
8. Lower the vehicle and clear all stored Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs).
