Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle: Jacking

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Aurora. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When lifting a vehicle with a vehicle jack or a floor jack, block the wheels at the opposite end from which you are lifting. Use jack stands to provide additional support.

Fig 1: Positioning Vehicle/Floor Jack Under Front Suspension Crossmember

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Position the floor jack pad under the front frame rail reinforcements.

Fig 2: Positioning Floor Jack Pad Under Rear Crossmember

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Important

The floor jack pad must not contact the rocker panel or floor pan.

Position the floor jack pad under the rear crossmember.

Under the Front and Rear Control Arms

Jacking on the control arm is not recommended.