Lifting the vehicle

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CAUTION: Danger of material damage if the vehicle is raised incorrectly or if the vehicle is driven incorrectly onto the lifting platform.

Lift the vehicle only at the take-up points shown in the figure.
Make sure the screw connections for the diagonal braces are accessible.
When driving onto a platform lift, ensure that there is sufficient distance between the platform lift and the vehicle.
In order to avoid damage to the side members and side member panels, the mounting plates of the platform lift must be raised.
Under no circumstances should the vehicle be lifted at the engine, transmission or axles.

Mounting point front

Fig 1: Identifying Vehicle Lifting Mounting Point At Front

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Mounting point rear

Fig 2: Identifying Vehicle Lifting Mounting Point At Rear

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