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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1987S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-173 2.8LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCEALIGNMENTSPECIFICATIONSVEHICLE RIDE (TRIM) HEIGHT SPECIFICATIONS
1987 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-173 2.8L
Vehicle Ride (Trim) Height Specifications
1987 Chevrolet S10/T10 P/U 4WD V6-173 2.8LSECTION Vehicle Ride (Trim) Height Specifications
TRIM HEIGHT MEASUREMENTS
Measuring "Z" Height - 2WD Models:
Measuring "Z" Height - 4WD Models:
"Z" Height Adjustment - 4WD Models:
Measuring "D" Height:
PROCEDURE
1. Lift the front bumper of the vehicle up about 38 mm (1.5 inch). Let the vehicle settle. Do this three times. Measure "Z" dimension.
2. Push the front bumper down 38 mm (1.5 inch). Let the vehicle settle. Do this three times. Measure dimension.
NOTE: True height is the average of the high and low measurements.
3. Lift the rear bumper of the vehicle up about 38 mm (1.5 inch). Let the vehicle settle on its own. Do this three times. Measure "D" dimension.
4. Push the rear bumper of the vehicle down about 38 mm (1.5 inch). Let the vehicle rise on its own. Do this three times. Measure the "D" dimension.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.