RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
HOISTING
Refer to the Owner's Manual for emergency vehicle lifting procedures.
Fig. 5 Safety Stands
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 (Fig. 5) OR SECURE VEHICLE TO HOISTING DEVICE WHEN
THESE CONDITIONS EXIST.
Floor Jack
When properly positioned, a floor jack can be used to lift a vehicle (Fig. 6). Support the vehicle in the raised position with jack stands at the front and
rear ends of the frame rails (Fig. 5).
CAUTION: Do not lift vehicle with a floor jack positioned under:
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An axle tube.
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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.