Jacking Procedures for LR3 V8-4394cc 44L Maintenance
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Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
Jacking
Jacking
General
WARNING:
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The following instructions must be adhered to before raising the vehicle off the ground:
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Position vehicle on a solid, level surface.
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Apply the parking brake.
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Select 'P' - PARK on automatic transmission selector or 1st gear on manual transmission and 'H' High on transfer case.
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If the drive shaft(s) are to be disconnected, it will be necessary to raise all four wheels off the ground in order that the shaft(s) can be
rotated. DO NOT use the customer jack and ensure that the vehicle is adequately supported on axle stands. With the vehicle raised, it will
be necessary to release the park brake and select Neutral - 'N' in the main transmission to enable the drive shaft(s) to be rotated
CAUTION:
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To avoid damage to the underbody components of the vehicle, the following instructions must be adhered to:
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Do not position jacks or axle stands under the following components:
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Body structure other than any approved jacking or lifting points
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Bumpers
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Fuel lines
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Fuel tank
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Brake lines
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Front or rear suspension arms
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Steering linkage
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Transfer case
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Front or rear differential units
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Transmission
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Engine oil pan - See note below
NOTE: For certain repair operations, it may be necessary to support the engine under the oil pan. In this case, a block of hardwood or a rubber pad must
be positioned on the jack lifting pad to protect the oil pan.
Vehicle jack
The jack provided with the vehicle is only intended for use in an emergency such as changing a tire. DO NOT use the jack for any other purpose. Refer
to the Owner's Handbook for the vehicle jack location points and jacking procedures.
WARNING: Never work under a vehicle supported solely by the vehicle jack.
Hydraulic jack
A hydraulic jack with a minimum lifting capacity of 1500 kg, (3,300 lbs) must be used.
WARNING:
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Do not commence work on the underside of the vehicle until suitable axle stands have been placed in the correct position.
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Always chock the wheels when jacking. The parking brake may be ineffective when the wheel(s) are off the ground.
Raising and Supporting the Vehicle
To assist in raising the vehicle, jacking points are provided as shown in the following illustrations.
Raising the Front of the Vehicle
Apply the parking brake.
Select 'P' - PARK on automatic transmission selector.
WARNING: Always chock the rear wheels when jacking the front of the vehicle.
