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Hoisting the vehicle
When hoisting the vehicle, it is important that the jack is positioned on the designatedpoints under the vehicle.
The triangles in the plastic covering indicate where the jack attachment points/lifting points (red areas) are located.
NOTE
For vehicles with Leveling Control* : If the
vehicle is equipped with pneumatic sus- pension, this feature must be turned offbefore the vehicle is lifted onto a tow truck.
NOTE
Volvo recommends only using the jack intended for your specific vehicle model. Ifa jack other than that recommended byVolvo is used, follow the instructionsincluded with the equipment.
The vehicle's ordinary jack is only intended to be used in temporary situations for shortperiods of time, such as when changingwheels in the event of a flat tire. If the vehi-cle needs to be lifted more frequently, orfor a longer period of time than for a wheelchange, a garage jack or hoist is recom-mended. Always follow the instructions foruse provided with the equipment.
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WARNING
Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park (
P) position.
Block the wheels standing on theground, use rigid wooden blocks orlarge stones.
Check that the jack is not damaged,the threads are properly lubricated andit is free from dirt.
Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface and that it is uprightand not leaning.
The jack must correctly engage in thejack attachment.
No objects should be placed betweenthe base of the jack and the ground, orbetween the jack and the attachmentbar on the vehicle.
Never let anyone remain in the vehiclewhen it is raised on a jack.
If a tire must be changed near passingtraffic, make sure all passengers moveto a safe location.
Use a jack intended for the vehiclewhen changing a tire. For any otherjob, use stands to support the vehicle.
Never crawl under or allow any part of your body to be extended under a vehi-cle supported by a jack.
WARNING
If the vehicle is lifted on a garage jack, the jack must be placed under one of the fourlifting points. Make sure that the vehicle iscorrectly positioned on the jack and that itcannot slide off. Make sure the jack platehas a rubber pad to help keep the vehiclestable and prevent damage. Always useaxle stands or similar.
When not in use, the jack * should be kept in
its storage compartment under the cargo compartment floor. Read through all instructions before starting. Before raising the vehicle using a jack or lift,take out all the tools you will need.
1. Turn on the vehicle's hazard warning flashers if e.g. a wheel change must be performed in an area with traffic.
2. Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P, or first gear if the vehicle has
a manual transmission. If the vehicle is equipped with
Leveling
Control* , this feature must be turned off
before the vehicle is lifted onto a tow truck. 3. Place chocks in front of and behind the
wheels that are still on the ground. Forexample, use heavy wooden blocks orlarge stones.
4. Position the jack or garage lift arms at the designated points under the vehicle. Thetriangle markings on the plastic cover indi-cate where the jack attachment points/lift-ing points are located. There are two jackattachment points on each side of thevehicle. There is a groove for the jack ateach attachment point.
5. Position the jack under the attachmentpoint being used, ensuring that the sur- face is firm, flat and not slippery.
