Hoisting
WARNING: THE HOISTING AND JACK LIFTING POINTS PROVIDED ARE FOR A COMPLETE VEHICLE. WHEN THE ENGINE TRANSMISSION OR REAR SUSPENSION IS REMOVED FROM A VEHICLE, THE CENTER OF GRAVITY IS ALTERED MAKING SOME HOISTING CONDITIONS UNSTABLE. PROPERLY SUPPORT OR SECURE VEHICLE TO HOISTING DEVICE WHEN THESE CONDITIONS EXIST.
CAUTION: Do not position hoisting device on suspension components, damage to vehicle can result.
The vehicle can be lifted with:
- A twin-post, chassis hoist.
- A ramp-type, drive-on hoist.
FLOOR JACK
When properly positioned, a floor jack can be used to lift the vehicle. Support the vehicle in the raised position with jack stands at the front and rear ends of the frame rails.
CAUTION: Do not lift vehicle with a floor jack positioned under:
- An axle shaft.
- A body side sill.
- A steering linkage component.
- A drive shaft.
- The engine or transmission oil pan.
- A front suspension arm.