Jack lift points for rotating tires.
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I want to rotate my own tires as well as be able to put winter wheels on and off with the season and I searched for info on jacking up the car with no success.
I have the jack that came with the car for one end, but I need another jack in order to rotate the tires. What type of jack are others using to lift the car?
I have a floor jack that just fits under the side of the car with no additional clearance, but I don't dare lift on the edge without the cut block like on the stock jack. Is there an aftermarket jack that lifts on the edge our are you guys using a lift point under the car? Really afraid of messing up the car by lifting in a spot that can't handle the weight.
I have the jack that came with the car for one end, but I need another jack in order to rotate the tires. What type of jack are others using to lift the car?
I have a floor jack that just fits under the side of the car with no additional clearance, but I don't dare lift on the edge without the cut block like on the stock jack. Is there an aftermarket jack that lifts on the edge our are you guys using a lift point under the car? Really afraid of messing up the car by lifting in a spot that can't handle the weight.
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Originally Posted by livelarge
I want to rotate my own tires as well as be able to put winter wheels on and off with the season and I searched for info on jacking up the car with no success.
I have the jack that came with the car for one end, but I need another jack in order to rotate the tires. What type of jack are others using to lift the car?
I have a floor jack that just fits under the side of the car with no additional clearance, but I don't dare lift on the edge without the cut block like on the stock jack. Is there an aftermarket jack that lifts on the edge our are you guys using a lift point under the car? Really afraid of messing up the car by lifting in a spot that can't handle the weight.
I have the jack that came with the car for one end, but I need another jack in order to rotate the tires. What type of jack are others using to lift the car?
I have a floor jack that just fits under the side of the car with no additional clearance, but I don't dare lift on the edge without the cut block like on the stock jack. Is there an aftermarket jack that lifts on the edge our are you guys using a lift point under the car? Really afraid of messing up the car by lifting in a spot that can't handle the weight.
So, my recommendation is to use the floor jacking points listed in the manual in conjuction with at least 2 jack stands.
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Two words: Jack stands. They come in pairs, so buy at least one set. Just last weekend I was wondering the same thing (where to put the jack and what-not) but after having a look under the car and a bit of advice it became apparently obvious.
1) Break the lug nuts prior to lifting the car (safety first!)
2) Lift one wheel of the car at a time with the floor jack using the lip just on the inside. If you lift the front first the rear will most likely come up when the jack gets high enough to fit the stand under.
3) Place the jack stand under a secure location (can't remember exact location, but it's relatively obvious)
4) Lower the jack slowly and test for stability
5) repeat steps 2-4 for the other corner
For better jack stand placement, you might try the DIY forums. I believe the oil change or tranny/differential threads have some suggested locations. Hell, there might even be a "rotate tires" DIY. If not, take pictures while you're doing it and make one!
1) Break the lug nuts prior to lifting the car (safety first!)
2) Lift one wheel of the car at a time with the floor jack using the lip just on the inside. If you lift the front first the rear will most likely come up when the jack gets high enough to fit the stand under.
3) Place the jack stand under a secure location (can't remember exact location, but it's relatively obvious)
4) Lower the jack slowly and test for stability
5) repeat steps 2-4 for the other corner
For better jack stand placement, you might try the DIY forums. I believe the oil change or tranny/differential threads have some suggested locations. Hell, there might even be a "rotate tires" DIY. If not, take pictures while you're doing it and make one!
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