jack points CADILLAC CTS 2007 1.G Owners Manual

{CAUTION:
Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked
up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off
the jack, you could be badly injured or
killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is
supported only by a jack.
{CAUTION:
Raising your vehicle with the jack
improperly positioned can damage the
vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To
help avoid personal injury and vehicle
damage, be sure to place the jack in the
proper location before raising the vehicle.
If you ever use a jack to lift your vehicle, follow
the instructions that came with the jack, and
be sure to use the correct lifting points to avoid
damaging your vehicle.Notice:Lifting your vehicle improperly can
damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs
not covered by your warranty. To lift your
vehicle properly, follow the advice in this part.
To help prevent vehicle damage:
Be sure the jack you are using meets the
weight standards for your vehicle and is
in good working order.
Be sure to place a block or pad between
the jack and the vehicle.
Make sure the jack you are using only
contacts the jacking location lift points and
is not leaning on any other vehicle
components such as the rocker panels, the
oor pan, or the stone guard moldings.
Lift only in the areas shown in the following
pictures.
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Lifting From the Front
The front lifting points can be accessed from
either side of your vehicle, behind the front tires.1. Locate the front lifting points using the
diagram shown above and corresponding
triangular-shaped hoisting notches located in
the plastic molding. The front lifting location
is about 14 inches (35.6 cm) from the
rear edge of the front wheel well.
2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the
jack and the vehicle.
3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the
jack is centered on the front lifting point.
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Lifting From the Rear
The rear lifting points can be accessed from either
side of your vehicle, in front of the rear tires.1. Locate the rear lifting points using the
diagram shown above and corresponding
triangular-shaped hoisting notches located in
the plastic molding. The rear lifting location
is about 7 inches (17.8 cm) from the
front edge of the rear wheel well.
2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the
jack and the vehicle.
3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the
jack is centered on the rear lifting point.
SeeDoing Your Own Service Work on page 333
for additional information.
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