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: The following instructions must be adhered to before raising the vehicle
off the ground: |
: 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
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: To avoid damage to the underbody components of the vehicle, the
following instructions must be adhered to: |
: Do not position jacks or axle stands under the following components:
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| 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. |
: Never work under a vehicle supported solely by the vehicle jack.
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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.
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: Always chock the rear wheels when jacking the front of the vehicle.
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| If the engine undershield has been removed, position the jack lifting pad in the centre of the front cross beam. |
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: Position suitable material between axle stands and longitudinal members
to prevent damage to the longitudinal members.
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: Before commencing work on the underside of the vehicle, ensure that axle
stands are correctly positioned and vehicle is securely supported.
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: Always chock the front wheels when jacking the rear of the vehicle.
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: Take care that the lifting pad of the jack is of a suitable size to
avoid damaging the heat shield. It is not advisable to use a spacer block
between the lifting pad and the rear cross member as this may result in
some vehicle instability. |
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: Position suitable material between axle stands and longitudinal members
to prevent damage to the longitudinal members.
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: Before commencing work on underside of vehicle, ensure that axle stands
are correctly positioned and vehicle is securely supported.
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: Always chock the wheels which are not to be raised.
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| Point 'C' is in line with number 3 body mounting. |
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: Position suitable material between axle stands and longitudinal members
to prevent damage to the longitudinal members.
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: Before commencing work on underside of vehicle, ensure that axle stands
are correctly positioned and vehicle is securely supported.
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