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Raising the Rear of the Vehicle

Select 'P' - PARK on automatic transmission selector.

WARNING: Always chock the front wheels when jacking the rear of the vehicle.
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Position the lifting pad of the hydraulic jack under the centre of the rear cross member as shown.

CAUTION: Take care that the lifting pad of the jack is of a suitable size to avoid damaging the heat shield. It is not advisable to use a spacer block between the lifting pad and the rear cross member as this may result in some vehicle instability.
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With vehicle raised to desired height, position axle stands at positions shown.

CAUTION: Position suitable material between axle stands and longitudinal members to prevent damage to the longitudinal members.

Carefully lower jack until vehicle rests on axle stands.

WARNING: Before commencing work on underside of vehicle, ensure that axle stands are correctly positioned and vehicle is securely supported.

Reverse procedure when removing vehicle from stands.