Jacking & Hoisting

1987 Chevrolet Hi-Cube 6.2 J, 475/M40SECTION Jacking & Hoisting
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Vehicle may be raised by floor jack or vehicle hoist. Ensure hoist or jack supports vehicle at proper lifting points. See Fig 1-Fig 5 . If vehicle is to be raised on a twin-post hoist, use caution not to damage suspension, rear axle cover and/or steering linkage components.

Fig 1: Hoisting & Jacking Locations (Astro, Safari, "S/T" Series)
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.