Vehicle Lifting: Service and Repair
This vehicle can only be towed from the front with conventional sling-type equipment and tow chain with grab hooks.
If the vehicle is towed from the rear, use a tow dolly.
A lumber spacer (4" x 4" x 55" wood beam) should be placed forward of the under guard and under the towing hook/shipping tie down hook.
Then, attach a J-hook to the lower arm.
A safety chain system must be used. This system must be completely independent of the primary lifting and towing attachment. Care must be taken in the installation of safety' chains to insure they do not cause damage to the bumper, painted surfaces or lights.
LIFTING-GROUND CLEARANCE
The towed vehicle should be raised until the wheels are a minimum of 10 cm (4 in.) from the ground. Make sure that there is adequate ground clearance at the opposite end of the vehicle, especially when towing over rough terrain or when crossing sharp rises such as curbs. If necessary, the ground clearance can be increased by removing the wheels from the lifted end of the disabled vehicle and carrying the lifted end closer to the ground. A 20 cm (8 in.) ground clearance must be maintained between the brake discs and the ground.
FRONT TOWING PICK-UP
The vehicle may be towed on its rear wheels for extended distances, provided the parking brake is released.
Make sure that the transmission remains in the N position.
SAFETY PRECAUTION
The following precautions should be taken when towing the vehicle.
1. Remove exhaust tips and any other optional equipment that interface with the towing sling. Padding (heavy shop towel or carpeting) should be placed between the towing sling cross bar and any painted surfaces and bumper surfaces.
2. A safety chain system completely independent of the primary lifting and towing attachment must be used
3. Any loose or protruding parts of damaged vehicle such as hoods, doors, fenders, trim, etc., should be secured prior to moving the vehicle.
4. The operator should refrain from getting underneath a vehicle unless the vehicle is adequately supported by safety stands.
5. Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle.
6. State and local rules and regulations must be followed when towing a vehicle.
HOISTING
EMERGENCY JACKING
Jack receptacles are located at the No.2 cross member and rear axle housing to accept the jack supplied with the vehicle for emergency road service. Always block the opposite wheels and jack only on a level surface.
FLOOR JACK
A regular floor jack may be used under the front cross member or rear axle housing.
CAUTION:
1. A floor jack must never be used on any part of the underbody.
2. Do not attempt to raise one entire side of the vehicle by placing a lack midway between front and rear wheels.
This practice may result in permanent damage to the body.
POST TYPE
Special care should be taken when raising the vehicle on a frame contact type hoist. The hoist must be equipped with the proper adapters in order to support the vehicle at the proper locations shown in the illustration. Conventional hydraulic hoists may be used after determining that the adapter plates will make firm contact with the side frame.
CAUTION: When service procedures require removal of the rear suspension, the fuel tank or the spare tire, place additional weight on the rear end of the vehicle or anchor the vehicle to a hoist to prevent center of gravity changes.