Tools Needed:

• Floor jack: Ensure it's rated for the weight of your truck.

• Jack stands: Use them to securely support the truck after it's raised.

• Wheel chocks: To prevent the truck from rolling.

• Lug wrench (optional): For removing the wheels.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Park the Truck on a Level Surface

• Make sure the truck is on a flat, stable surface like concrete or asphalt.

• Engage the parking brake to prevent rolling.

• Place the truck in park (or first gear for manual transmissions).

2. Chock the Wheels

• Use wheel chocks or wooden blocks to block the wheels that will remain on the ground. If you’re jacking up the front of the truck, chock the rear wheels, and vice versa.

3. Locate the Jack Points

• Consult the truck’s owner’s manual to find the recommended jack points.

• Front of the Truck: Typically, you'll jack up from the front frame rail or cross member.

• Rear of the Truck: Position the jack under the rear axle or rear frame rail.

• Never place the jack under non-reinforced parts like the truck body, exhaust pipes, or fuel tank.

4. Position the Floor Jack

• Slide the floor jack under the proper jack point. Ensure the jack pad is centered under the frame rail, cross member, or axle.

• Double-check that the jack is stable and properly aligned.

5. Pump the Jack to Raise the Truck

• Slowly pump the handle of the floor jack to lift the truck.

• Raise the truck until the wheels are off the ground, or to the desired height needed for your work.

• Lift only one side or corner of the truck at a time unless you're using a professional garage lift.

6. Insert Jack Stands

• Once the truck is raised, position the jack stands under the frame or axle, near where the floor jack is holding the truck.

• Slowly lower the truck onto the jack stands by gently releasing the floor jack. Make sure the truck is securely seated on the stands.

7. Perform Your Work

• Once the truck is securely resting on the jack stands, you can perform the necessary maintenance.

8. Remove the Jack Stands and Lower the Truck

• After completing your work, reposition the floor jack under the same lifting point and raise the truck slightly to take the weight off the jack stands.

• Remove the jack stands.

• Slowly lower the truck back to the ground by releasing the jack handle.

Safety Tips:

• Use Jack Stands: Never work under a truck supported only by a floor jack. Always use jack stands to support the vehicle.

• Check the Jack’s Capacity: Ensure the floor jack and jack stands are rated to support the truck’s weight.

• Lift from the Right Points: Always lift from the truck’s designated jack points to avoid damaging the vehicle.

• Chock the Wheels: This prevents the truck from rolling while it’s raised.

• Even Ground: Never jack up a truck on uneven or soft ground like dirt or grass.

By following these steps, you can safely and effectively jack up your truck using a floor jack for maintenance or repairs.