Jacking and Lifting: Overview Jaguar XKR I рестайлинг

Jacking - Description & Operation

The vehicle jack and wheel chock are stored in the trunk as part of the vehicle toolkit.

Use of the vehicle jack and workshop jacks is described in the general procedures in this information.

Scheme 1

The vehicle jacking points

1. Are situated below the body side members on the sill flange.
2. Consist of a reinforced plate, profiled to provide positive engagement with the vehicle jack.
3. Are located behind the front wheels for lifting the front of the vehicle.
4. Are located in front of the rear wheels for lifting the rear wheels.
5. Provide the support points for the four lifting pads of a wheel-free lift.

Safety Precautions - Description & Operation

The following safety precautions must be observed when raising the vehicle to perform service operations

1. Never rely on a jack alone to support a vehicle; use suitable vehicle stands to provide rigid support.
2. When working beneath a vehicle, whenever possible use a ramp or inspection pit instead of a jack and vehicle stands.
3. Ensure that the vehicle is standing on firm, level ground before using a jack.
4. Do not rely on the parking brake alone; chock the wheels and put the transmission into Park if possible.
5. Check that any lifting equipment used has adequate capacity for the load being lifted and is in proper working order.

Vehicle Recovery - Description & Operation

Note. Prior to recovery, ensure that the vehicle keys are available and the security system disarmed.

Vehicle recovery methods are

1. By flat-bed transporter.
2. By rear suspended tow.
3. By emergency towing for very short distances.

The selector lever can be manually unlocked from the Park position in the event of electrical failure or when moving the vehicle without power. Refer to Using the Vehicle Jack - General Procedures .

Scheme 2

When the vehicle is being recovered by transporter or trailer

1. The parking brake must be applied and the wheels chocked.
2. The gear selector lever must be in Neutral. Do not select Park as the parking lock mechanism may be damaged by the forward and backward rocking motion of the vehicle.
3. The vehicle must be securely tied down to the transporter or trailer. Do not use the vehicle towing eyes.

Scheme 3

When the vehicle is being recovered by rear suspended tow

1. The ignition key must be removed from the ignition switch to lock the steering.
2. The rear wheels must be correctly positioned in the lifting cradle and securely tied down.