Lift A N D S U P P O R T Points - Honda ACCORD HYBRID 2005 Service Manual

Lift a n d S u p p o r t P o i n t s
NOTE: If y o u are going to remove heavy components
such as suspension or the fuel tank f r o m the rear of the
vehicle, first support the f r o n t of the vehicle w i t h tall
safety stands. W h e n substantial w e i g h t is r e m o v e d
f r o m the rear of the vehicle, the center of gravity can
change and cause the vehicle t o t i p f o r w a r d on the hoist.
Frame Hoist
1. Position the hoist lift blocks (A), on safety stands,
under the vehicle's f r o n t support points (B) and rear
support points (C).
2. Raise the hoist a f e w inches, and rock the vehicle
gently to be sure it is f i r m l y supported.
3. Raise the hoist to full height, and inspect the lift
points for solid contact w i t h the lift blocks.
Safety Stands
Floor Jack
1. W h e n lifting the front of the vehicle, set the parking
brake. W h e n lifting the rear of the vehicle, put the
gearshift lever in the P position.
2. Block the wheels that are not being lifted.
3. Position the floor jack under the front jacking
bracket (A) or rear jacking bracket (B), center the
jacking bracket in the jack lift platform (C), and jack
up the vehicle high enough to fit the safety stands
under it.
4. Position the safety stands under the support points
and adjust t h e m so the vehicle is level.
5. Lower the vehicle onto the stands.
To support the vehicle on safety stands, use the same
support points (B and C) as f o r a f r a m e hoist. A l w a y s
use safety stands w h e n w o r k i n g on or under any
vehicle that is supported only by a jack.
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