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Lift and Support Points
lf you are going to remove heavy components such as
suspension or the fuel tank from the rear of the vehicle,
first suooort the front of the vehicle with a tall safety
stand. When substantialweight is removed from the
rear of the vehicle, the center of gravity can change and
cause the vehicle to tip forward on the hoist,
Frame Hoist
1. Position the hoist Iift blocks (A), or safetv stands,
under the vehicle's front support points (B) and rear
support points (C).
2. Raise the hoist a few inches, and rock the vehicle
gently to be sure it is firmly supported.
3. Raise the hoist to full height, and inspectthe lift
ooints (B and C) for solid contact with the lift blocks.
Safety Stands
To support the vehicle on safety stands, use the same
support points (B and C) as for a frame hoist. Always
use safety stands when working on or under any
vehicle that is supported only by a jack.
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Floor Jack
1. Block the rear wheels when raising the front of the
vehicle; block the front wheels when raising the
rear of the vehicle.
Place the blocks behind and ahead of the wheels.
2. Raise the vehicle high enough to insert the satety
stands.
3. Adjust and place the safety stands so the vehicle
will be approximately level, then lower the vehicle
onto them.
With rubber or shop towel.
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