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Introduction
Knowing how to properly jack up a lifted truck is an important task for any vehicle owner. This knowledge can be valuable when performing routine maintenance, making repairs, and conducting state or federal inspections. While the steps for jacking up a vehicle may seem straight forward, the process becomes more complicated with lifted trucks due to the added height and weight of the lift kit. It is critically important to understand and abide by basic safety principles when jacking up any vehicle. If questions arise, we recommend consulting a certified mechanic to help ensure the job is done correctly.
What You’ll Need
To safely lift up a lifted truck, you will need some essential items v To ensure safety, use appropriate jacking supplies such as a service jack, axle stands, and depending on the type of lifted truck you have, chocks for your wheels. The type of jack you need for your specific model or size may depend on its height. For instance, if your truck is higher than a regular pickup then opt for a longer emergency jack or maybe even a taller floor jack to ensure that it can support the height of your vehicle. Additionally, longer wheel chocks will provide extra stability to prevent the truck from slipping off while working underneath it. Additionally, to help you identify the weight of your truck and determine how powerful of a jack you may need consider consulting with an automotive technician or mechanics manual if available.
Preparing to Jack Up
Before jacking up a lifted truck, take certain preparation steps to ensure the process goes safely. First, make sure to position the jack on a level surface that is free from debris and can provide stable footing. You may need to place a piece of plywood or another firm material down as a platform. Next, measure the width of the truck’s wheelbase—which is the distance between the vehicle’s front and rear tires—to locate where exactly you will position your jack. Make sure that when raising the lifted truck, you are lifting it off of both sides equally so it does not tilt or move unevenly. Now that you know where to place your jack, place it directly underneath metal frame rails or pinch welds on the frame for better stability. When most of your car’s weight rests on your jack, use an automotive jack stands rated for at least twice your vehicles weight as an extra layer of protection in case your jack fails.
Jacking Up the Truck
Step 1: Park your truck on a level surface and engage the parking brakes. Place wheel chocks on either side of one of the rear tires to prevent the truck from rolling.
Step 2: Choose where you want to place the jack underneath your truck. Look for specific areas along the frame or rocker panel that are reinforced and thicker than other areas, as these are best for supporting the weight of your vehicle. Also, look for flat spots with no wiring, hoses or brackets that could become damaged when jacking up your vehicle.
Step 3: Position your floor jack directly under the chosen spot and pump it until it is firmly in place and won’t move around when pressure is applied. Take care not to raise or lower the lever too quickly, otherwise pressure may be unevenly distributed around your truck and cause damage to its undercarriage or frame.
Step 4: Raise the lever slowly until it’s a few inches above ground – this will keep you from having to constantly pump up the jack every time you need more height – then continue lifting until there is enough room to fit a safety stand beneath your vehicle. Place one safety stand at each end of an axle, about 18-24 inches apart, and make sure all four stands are securely positioned on level ground, so they don’t shift when tension is applied from beneath your vehicle.
Step 5: Spin off each lug nut with a lug wrench slightly before raising your vehicle completely off of its wheels. Remove each wheel one at a time after separated from its hub by lifting them away making sure not to drag any part across exposed metal surfaces as this can cause damage over time with continued contact.
Step 6: Once finished working under your truck, lower it carefully back onto its wheels but do not remove any safety stands yet until all lug nuts have been re-tightened and everything is secure again considering most lifts hold maximum weight ratings between 500-3000lbs depending on design support capabilities – if in doubt check specification’s manual before attempting its use!
Working Under the Vehicle
1) Position the jack securely by placing it under the frame of the truck, not under plastic components or bumpers. If a jack stands is available, use them to raise and lower the vehicle safely.
2) Make sure that the ground is level and firm before beginning. Lowering yourself underneath a vehicle can be hazardous if you are on uneven ground or gravel.
3) Check for signs of rust, cracks, loose nuts or bolts in both the suspension and the frame before raising it with a jack. If any damage is found, it should be repaired before continuing.
4) After you have positioned the jack securely beneath your truck lift it with caution until all four tires are off of the ground. It is important to evenly distribute weight across all four jacks so that your truck does not tilt to one side or another when raised.
5) Once your entire truck is off of the ground, place stands at designated areas such as beneath differential housing’s for added safety and security when working under the vehicle and remember to never rely solely on just a jack for support when working underneath a lifted vehicle.
Lowering the Vehicle
To lower a lifted truck after it has been jacked up, you should begin by releasing the handle of the jack slowly. This process helps to reduce the amount of shock that is absorbed as the vehicle descends, and can help to reduce wear on the jack in an extended-use situation. Once you have allowed for a gradual descent of your truck, make sure that it has settled on the ground evenly by rocking it slightly side to side if necessary. After the truck is on the ground safely, store your jack away in a dry place where it will be easily accessible for future use.
Conclusion
When jacking up a lifted truck, it is essential to take proper safety precautions. Before beginning any work on the vehicle, be sure that it is on a level surface. Additionally, always ensure areas around the car are clear of obstructions. Next, place wheel chocks behind two of the stable wheels and use an appropriate jack to lift the truck. Make sure to always use jack stands with sufficient weight capacity, and angle them properly before putting all of your weight on them. Lastly, be sure to follow instructions for whatever task you are completing under the vehicle; don’t forget a flashlight and other necessary tools. By taking these precautions and having the right gear ahead of time, you can complete your job safely knowing that your truck is secure on its lifts.
