Workshop jack

WORKSHOP JACK

WARNING: Do not attempt to jack under suspension attachment points or the rear suspension ’H’ frame.

Front

Locate the jack head under the central towing bracket (1). Position safety supports under both front longitudinal members (6).

Rear

Locate the jack head under the rear towing eye (2). Position safety supports under both rear longitudinal members (8).

Side

CAUTION: The side jacking points are designed to accomodate the vehicle jack only.

Front: Locate the jack head pad under the front reinforced bracket between the two protrusions on the sill (3 or 4). Position a safety support under the appropriate front longitudinal member (6).

Rear: Locate the jack head pad under the reinforced bracket between the two protrusions on the rear sill (5 or 7). Position a safety support under the appropriate rear longitudinal member (8).

WHEEL-FREE LIFT

Two-post lift and crossbeams: Locate the pads under the sill reinforced jacking brackets at the front (3, 4) and rear (5, 7).

Longitudinal beams: Locate the beams under the floor longitudinals with the lifting pads at the front and rear positions (6) and (8). Raise the lift a few inches and ensure the vehicle is firmly supported. Raise the lift to full height and inspect the lifting points for security.

RECOVERY

It is recommended that a recovery trailer or two wheel car ambulance be used. In an emergency, the car may be towed on its own wheels using the front lashing/towing eye (1).

Suspended tow

A front wheel lift should be used with a cross beam and body protection.

Before towing commences release the handbrake, place the gear lever in neutral and the ignition switch at ’I’. Do not tow at a speed greater than 30 mph, 50 km/h.

CAUTION: On no account should the vehicle be towed with the front wheels on the ground if the transmission is faulty, the transmission fluid level is low, or the towing distance exceeds 30 miles, 50 km.