Step 7: Test the raised vehicle’s stabilityįirmly shove the car atop the jack when the vehicle reaches the height you need so that you ensure full stability. You don’t want your rib cage rubbing against the oil pan, but you also don’t need it eight and a half feet off the ground to change a fuel filter.
If everything checks out, raise it high enough so that you have enough space to work. Watch how the car moves as you jack it up and stop immediately if it’s tilting to one side. Step 6: Raise the car Chris Chin/Digital Trends There are exceptions, but since this is a DIY for newcomers, we’ll keep those out for now. Side tip 2: Do not use suspension components as jack points! They are generally not load-bearing and you could damage them.Side tip 1: If you need to remove the wheels, remember to loosen the wheels with a lug wrench before they come off the ground.Chris Chin/Digital Trends Chris Chin/Digital Trends Keep an eye on how it comes in contact with the body. Then, start raising the jack until it’s in contact with the part of the car going up in the air and check that nothing has moved before you go further.
If you’re using a traditional floor jack, make sure the release valve is closed, which is typically done by rotating the main lever clockwise. Step 5: Slowly raise the jack until it meets the car This minimizes the risk of damaging the vehicle. Place the optional pieces of wood on the jack plate to wedge in between the car’s jack point and the jack itself. In our case, it was in the middle of the crossmember. Step 4: Position the floor jack under the appropriate spot Chris Chin/Digital Trends Chris Chin/Digital Trends Jack points are normally behind the front wheels and in front of the rear wheels the diagram below is an example. You can find this information in your owner’s manual, or online. This is where the jack needs to go, because not every spot under a car is load-bearing. On every car, there are specific spots where a jack plate is welded to the body. This keeps it from moving unexpectedly when you’re under it.
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Straighten the steering wheel, put the car in park (or in first gear if you have a manual transmission never in neutral), and firmly engage the parking brake. It’s also best to park it on a hard surface, like tarmac, instead of on grass or on a dirt road. If you don’t, it could roll or slip off the jack. Step 1: Park your car on level groundĪlways raise your car on level ground. Floor jacks and stands vary in weight capacity, so read the fine print carefully before you buy to ensure what you take home is sturdy enough for the job. If your car weighs 4,000 pounds, you’ve got approximately 1,000 pounds weighing down each wheel, though the its layout and its weight distribution could alter this equation. Chris Chin/Digital Trends Chris Chin/Digital TrendsĪdditionally, keep in mind there are four wheels, so four points where the vehicle’s total weight is distributed. If you just need to change a tire, it’s the corner that’s flat that needs to get off the ground. For most cars, it’s at the front, but in some, it’s in the middle or at the rear. For instance, if you need to change your oil, you should be raising the end of the car that houses the engine. What to understand before jacking your car upįirst, ask yourself which part of your car needs to go up in the air. Heavy-duty utility gloves (to protect your hands).Additional lighting equipment (to improve visibility).Cinder blocks or similar (to block the wheels).Several pieces of wood capable of bearing weight (to protect your car’s underbody).Jack stands (to add extra stability and safety, especially if you’re tackling a longer job).The car’s owner’s manual (to reference engine oil types or bolt torque ratings).There are other, optional tools that can make your life easier: Fitbit Versa 3Ĭhris Chin/Digital Trends Chris Chin/Digital Trends
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