Note. On vehicles with air suspension, disconnect electrical power by removing negative battery cable or setting air suspension switch to OFF position. Switch is located in trunk on left front side of inner panel.
| CAUTION | When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See the COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in the GENERAL INFORMATION section before disconnecting battery. |
FLOOR JACK
Note. DO NOT lift vehicle by placing jack under front or rear control arms, axle shafts or CV joints.
- Front of vehicle may be lifted by positioning a jack under center of front crossmember, lower control arm-to-spindle connection or side rail where stabilizer is connected. Rear end may be lifted by positioning floor jack under rocker flange at contact points used for vehicle jack or under differential housing.
- Ensure jack does not contact differential housing cover. Position jackstands under front lower control arms or rear axle housing between suspension arm brackets and differential housing. DO NOT place jackstands under suspension arm brackets. (Scheme 4)
Scheme 4
Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis & Town Car
A bumper-type jack may only be used on these vehicles.
All Other Models
| CAUTION | A bumper-type jack MAY NOT be used on these vehicles. DO NOT raise vehicle by bumper. |
| CAUTION | Follow hoist manufacturer instructions. DO NOT let hoist or adapters contact suspension, exhaust or steering components. |
Frame Contact Hoist
On frame contact hoists, adapters must be placed at 4 contact points. Position adapters so they are centered on contact area. All 4 contact points must contact adapters.
Note. On Cougar and Thunderbird, DO NOT position hoist pads under No. 3 crossmember, located to rear of lower suspension control arm crossmember.