Operation

1.See Figure 2 to familiarize yourself with the jack stand part names.

Figure 2. Jack stand terminology.

2.Refer to your vehicle owner's manual to locate the safe lifting/support locations, and to verify that your vehicle weight does not exceed the maximum jack stand load rating.

3.Make sure the vehicle engine is OFF.

4.Apply the vehicle emergency brake and make sure that the vehicle is on flat stable ground.

5.Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from rolling.

6. Set the transmission in PARK (automatic) or REVERSE (manual).

7.Raise the vehicle to the appropriate height with a proper capacity lifting jack and ensure that the jack and vehicle are stable.

8.Place the jack stands under the vehicle, and extend the posts (Figure 2) to the height of the axle, frame, or location that can support the weight of the vehicle.

9.Make sure that both jack stand lock dogs (Figure 2) fully engage the teeth in the ratch- et bar, and that when the vehicle is lowered, it is level and the saddle is centered under the load points.

10.Slowly lower the vehicle onto the jack stands, making sure that the load points are still cen- tered and all four corners of the stand bases are still on the ground.

11.To remove the jack stands, verify that the wheel blocks are still in position, and then raise the vehicle until it is clear of the jack stands and they can be removed.