Things You'll Need:
- Hydraulic floor jack
- 2 jack stands
- Wheel chocks or blocks
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Step 1
Block or use chocks on the wheels. If you intend to lift the front end, brace the rear tires. Conversely, if you plan to lift the rear, brace the front wheels. For your personal safety, it's essential to keep the car from rolling.
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Step 2
Roll the jack beneath the car. Lie down on the floor next to the jack and look under the automobile.
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Step 3
Position the jack so the contact point is beneath the frame of the car. It's important to lift the car by the frame alone. Cars are heavy, and a jack positioned beneath a section of body or a part, such as the drive train, can damage your vehicle. If you're not certain where to place the jack, read your owner's manual before proceeding further.
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Step 4
Stand up and pump up and down on the jack handle. You'll see the jack begin to rise. Continue pumping the handle until the vehicle is high enough to suit your purposes.
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Step 5
Place a jack stand beneath the vehicle, under another section of frame. Adjust the height. When it's securely in position, slowly release the jack by turning the handle counterclockwise. Pull the jack out from under the car.
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Step 6
Move the jack to the other side of the vehicle and repeat the above steps. Using this method, you can lift one end of the car completely off the ground to perform an oil change, tire swap or repairs.
