F 350 2WD Pickup V8-7.3L DSL (1988)
Alignment: Service and Repair
Ride Height Correction
Fig. 1 Measuring Ride Height
Fig. 2 Measuring Ride Height
Prior to checking caster and camber, ensure vehicle front ride height is within 1/8 inch side to side on E-150-350. On F-150-350 models, the left side
ride height should be within 0 to 3/8 inch higher than the right side ride height. On F-150-350 (4x4) and Bronco, the front ride heights should be within
3/16 inch side to side. Refer to Figs. 1 and 2. If the vehicle ride heights are not within specifications, redistribute load on loaded vehicles or slightly load
empty vehicles on one side. If the ride heights cannot be brought within specifications, verify correct spring installation. The ride height variations
stated, are for checking purposes only. The vehicle does not have to operate within these specifications.
Check and correct as necessary all tire inflation pressures, then check front tires for the same size, ply rating and load range. Check front wheel
bearings and adjust as necessary. If all the above checks have been made, check wheel alignment with suitable alignment equipment. Using the ride
heights obtained earlier, compare caster and camber readings to those listed in the WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS chart. If the caster and
