How Do You Jack Up Car To Change Rear Differential Fluid?
Raising a vehicle to service the differential fluid is relatively easy but requires the technician follow strict safety guidelines. Improperly raising the vehicle can damage the undercarriage of the vehicle and can cause injury if the vehicle falls off the jack stands or rolls forward or backward. Make sure the vehicle is in the park position and located on a flat, level surface. Allow the vehicle to cool down so that the differential oil is not hot to the touch. Serious burn injuries could result if this precaution is not followed. “Chock” the front wheels with wheel stop devices and set the parking brake so that the vehicle cannot roll forward or backwards.Set the parking brake for added vehicle stability. Position the hydraulic jack so that it is located in the center of the rear of the vehicle. Locate the vehicles center jacking point and position the hydraulic jacks arm so that it contacts the rear jacking point. Begin elevating the hydraulic jack until it contacts the rear, cente
