Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair

STANDARD PROCEDURE - HOISTING RECOMMENDATIONS COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS

Floor Jack

CAUTION: Do not attempt to lift a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Ram Van/Wagon with a floor jack positioned under:
- Body side sills
- Steering linkage components
- Drive shaft
- Engine or transmission oil pan
- Fuel cylinders
- Front suspension arms

Hoist

WARNING: WHEN A SERVICE PROCEDURE REQUIRES THE REMOVAL OF THE REAR AXLE, FUEL CYLINDER OR SPARE TIRE. EITHER:
- Place additional weight on the rear end of the vehicle.
- Attach the vehicle to the hoist
- Place jack stands under the vehicle for support to prevent tipping when the center of balance changes

A CNG Ram Van/Wagon can be lifted with:
- Twin post, chassis hoist
- Twin post, wheel lift hoist
- Ramp type, drive on hoist