Riding Height Adjustment
NOTE:
Prior to performing wheel alignment, perform preliminary visual and mechanical inspection of wheels, tires and suspension components. See PRE-ALIGNMENT INSTRUCTIONS in WHEEL ALIGNMENT THEORY & OPERATION article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section.
Before adjusting alignment, check riding height. See Fig 1
, Fig 2
, Fig 3
or Fig 4
. Riding height must be checked with vehicle on level floor, tires properly inflated, no extraneous weight in vehicle and at least 1/2 tank of fuel. Bounce vehicle several times, and allow suspension to settle. See appropriate table under RIDING HEIGHT
for riding height specifications.
Visually inspect vehicle for signs of abnormal height from front to rear or side to side. Check passenger and luggage compartments for extra heavy items, and remove items if present. If riding height is not within specification, check, repair or replace suspension components. Riding height between right and left sides should vary less than 0.60" (15.0 mm) on Metro and less than 1.00" (25.4 mm) on all other models. True riding height should be an average of several measurements.
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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP. RIDING HEIGHT (METRO)
| Measurement |
In. (mm) |
| "A" |
17.72 (450.0) |
| "B" |
17.72 (450.0) |
| "J" |
8.27 (210.0) |
| "K" |
8.86 (225.0) |
| "Z" |
1.77 (45.0) |
RIDING HEIGHT (PRIZM & PRIZM GSI)
| Measurement |
In. (mm) |
| "A" |
19.76 (502.0) |
| "B" |
20.51 (521.0) |
| "C" |
7.10 (180.0) |
| "D" |
7.10 (180.0) |
RIDING HEIGHT (STORM & STORM GSI)
| Measurement |
In. (mm) |
| "A" |
19.70 (500.0) |
| "B" |
19.70 (500.0) |
| "J" |
8.70 (221.4) |
| "K" |
8.80 (222.6) |
| "Z" |
3.00 (77.0) |
RIDING HEIGHT (TRACKER)
| Measurement |
In. (mm) |
| "A" |
19.70 (500.0) |
| "B" |
19.70 (500.0) |
| "D" |
8.35 (212.0) |
| "J" |
11.10 (282.0) |
| "K" |
11.93 (303.0) |
| "Z" |
3.60 (91.0) |