Jacking Points
Note. Explorer shown, Explorer Sport Trac similar.
Scheme 1
Note. Place a wheel chock diagonally opposite of the wheel to be raised.
The front jacking points are indicated by a cut-out in the frame, located behind the front tire and wheel.
Scheme 2
| CAUTION | Do not use the differential housing as a lift point. Leaks or damage to the rear axle cover and adjoining differential housing surface may occur if a floor jack or any lifting device is allowed to contact the cover at any point where the cover joins the housing. |
The rear jacking points are indicated by a cut-out in the frame in front of the rear tire and wheel.
Lifting Points
| CAUTION | Do not use the differential housing as a lift point. Leaks or damage to the rear axle cover and adjoining differential housing surface may occur if a floor jack or any lifting device is allowed to contact the cover at any point where the cover joins the housing. |
| CAUTION | Damage to the suspension, exhaust or steering linkage components may occur if care is not exercised when positioning the hoist adapters prior to lifting the vehicle. |
| CAUTION | Position the hoist adapters to avoid contact with the fuel tank. |
Scheme 3
| CAUTION | To avoid damage to the suspension, do not position the hoist adapters on the rear trailing arm brackets. |
Note. Explorer shown, Explorer Sport Trac similar.
The following offers general guidelines for vehicle lifting. Additionally, hoist manufacturers offer their own operating precautions. Be sure to read and understand operating instructions for the lifting equipment before use.
Scheme 4
Position the hoist directly under the frame rails.