ION L4-2.2L VIN F (2004)
The Z height dimension measurement determines the proper ride height for the front end of the vehicle. There is no adjustment procedure. Repair may
require replacement of suspension components. Use the following procedure to check the Z height dimension:
1. Using your hands, lift the front bumper approximately 38 mm (1.59 inch).
2. Gently remove your hands and allow the vehicle to settle.
3. Repeat this operation a total of 3 times.
4. Measure from the bottom surface of the cradle, in line with the ball joint, to the bottom of the ball joint in order to obtain the Z height
measurement.
5. Using your hands, jounce the front of the vehicle downward approximately 38 mm (1.59 inch).
6. Gently remove your hands and allow the vehicle to settle.
7. Repeat the jouncing operation 2 more times.
8. Measure the Z height dimension.
9. The true Z height dimension number is the average of the high and the low measurements.
D Height Measurement
The D height dimension measurement determines the proper rear end ride height. There is no adjustment procedure. Repair may require replacement
of suspension components.
Use the following procedure to check the D dimension.
1. With the vehicle on a flat level surface, lift upward on the rear bumper 38 mm (1.59 inch).
2. Gently remove your hands and allow the vehicle to settle.
3. Repeat the jouncing operation 2 more times.
