Technician Handbook 031 Maintenance and General Service Jacking and Lifting As a rule, the vehicle should be unloaded before raising it with a jack or a lift. Never jack up or lift the vehicle when it is heavily loaded. Precautions Use caution when removing the engine, transaxle, or other heavy components because the vehicle’s center of gravity can shift, and the vehicle can become unbalanced and fall. Support the opposite end of the vehicle with a jack stand to prevent it from tipping. Using a Jack When jacking up the front wheels, release the parking brake and place wheel stoppers behind the rear wheels. When jacking up the rear wheels, place wheel stoppers in front of the front wheels.
Do not work or leave the vehicle supported only by a jack. Be sure to support the vehicle with a safety stand. 22 Technical Training