Durango 2WD V8-4.7L Flex Fuel (2009)
Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
HOISTING AND JACKING
WARNING: On vehicles equipped with the high voltage system, you must thoroughly read and follow all High Voltage Safety procedures. In
addition, before performing any diagnostic or service procedure near a high voltage component, you must perform the High
Voltage Power Down. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury
WARNING: The hoisting and jack lifting points provided are for a complete vehicle. When a chassis or drivetrain component is removed from
a vehicle, the center of gravity is altered making some hoisting conditions unstable. Properly support or secure vehicle to hoisting
device when these conditions exist.
FLOOR JACKING
Correct Vehicle Lifting Locations - Typical
CAUTION: Do not attempt to lift a vehicle with a floor jack positioned under:
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an axle tube.
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aluminum differential.
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a body side sill.
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a steering linkage component.
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a drive shaft.
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the engine or transmission oil pan.
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the fuel tank.
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a front suspension arm.
When properly positioned, a floor jack can be used to lift a Durango vehicle. Support the vehicle in the raised position with jack stands at the front and
rear ends of the frame rails.
HOISTING
A vehicle can be lifted with:
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a single-post, frame contact hoist.
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a twin-post, chassis hoist.
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a ramp-type, drive on hoist.
NOTE: When a frame contact type hoist is used, verify that the lifting pads are positioned properly.
