Audi A7 Sportback 2014 Owner's Manual page 283

heavy components such as the engi ne
block or transmiss ion are removed.
- W hen removing heavy components li ke
these, anchor vehicle to hoist or add cor-
respond ing weig hts to ma inta in the cen-
ter of gravity . Otherwise, the vehicle
m ight tilt or sli p off the hoist, causing
ser ious perso nal inju ry.
([) Note
- Be aware of the fo ll owing points befo re
lifting t he vehicle:
- The vehicle should never be lifted or
jacked up from underneath the engine
oil pan, the transmission housing, the
front or rear axle or the body side
members. This could lead to serious
damage.
- To avoid damage to the underbody or
chassis frame , a rubber pad must be
inserted between the floor jack and
the lift points.
- Before driving over a workshop hoist,
check that the vehicle weight does not
exceed the permissible lifting capacity
of the hoist.
- Before driving over a workshop hoist,
ensure that there is sufficient clear-
ance between the hoist and low parts
of the vehicle.
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