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Jacking & Hoisting Cadillac DeVille Concours

Wheel Alignment 7 illustrations ~183 words

FLOOR JACK

When supporting vehicle with floor jack, the support should be placed at suspension lift points or frame lift points. (Scheme 1)- (Scheme 3).

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: FLOOR JACK

Scheme 2

Scheme 2

Scheme 3

Scheme 3

BUMPER JACK

Bumper jack should be used only on models that are supplied as original equipment and only to change flat tire. If vehicle is not supplied with a bumper type jack do not lift vehicle by the bumper at any time.

Ensure that hoist manufacturers instructions are followed. Do not allow hoist or adapters to contact suspension, exhaust or steering components. Frame contact must be made and adapters used to lift vehicle. (Scheme 1)- (Scheme 3).

FRAME CONTACT HOIST

Proper adapters must contact vehicle in areas shown in illustrations. Adapters must be positioned to distribute load and support vehicle in a stable manner. DO NOT allow lift pads to contact exhaust system components. (Scheme 4)and (Scheme 5).

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: FRAME CONTACT HOIST

Scheme 5

Scheme 5

SUSPENSION CONTACT HOIST

Hoist should contact lower control arms or front crossmember, and rear axle as shown in illustrations. (Scheme 6)and (Scheme 7).

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: SUSPENSION CONTACT HOIST

Scheme 7

Scheme 7