(9) Oil fill plug
LIFTING LOADS
1. Make sure that the tack and the vehicle are on a hard, level surface capable of sustaining the load.
2. Follow the vehicle manufacturer's recommended guidelines for lifting the vehicle. Engage the parking
brake, move the automatic gearshift lever to park position and chock each unlifted wheel in both
directions to prevent inadvertent vehicle movement. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, move
the gear selector into reverse or first gear.
3. Close the release valve by turning the handle (4) clockwise until firm resistance is felt. Do not
overtighten.
4. Refer to the vehicle manufacturer's owner's manual to locate the approved lifting points on the
vehicle. Center the jack saddle (6) under the prescribed the lifting point.
5. Verify the lifting point, then pump the handle (4) until the saddle comes into contact with the lifting
point To lift, pump the handle until the load reaches the desired height.
6. Transfer the load immediately to stands.
LOWERING THE JACK
1. Raise the load high enough to clear the axle stands.
2. Remove the axle stands carefully (always used in pairs).
ADDING OIL
1. Position the jack on level ground.
2. Lower the saddle (6) by opening the release valve.
3. Use a flat screwdriver to unscrew and remove the oil fill plug.
4. Fill with oil until the oil level is just beneath the lower rim of the oil fill hole.
5. Screw the oil fill plug (9) back to its original position.
6. Perform the air purge procedure as described below (Releasing trapped air).
