Where to Lift Jack Up and Support 93-12 Ford Ranger

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[@pamcooper4081]

Ford specifically states in its manuals to NOT use the differential as a jacking point.

[@Nicholas_Triumph_Thruxton]

Wait, my 1998 Ford Ranger manual clearly states, "Never use the differential as a jacking point."

[@TroyCraft]

i noticed the same thing. It makes a point of it!

[@toronjanahera1143]

I don't recommend lifting from the differential because you can dent, bend or break the seal gasket and it'll start leaking oil

[@perrydear]

FYI I did find this in my 2001 Ford Ranger edge manual: • Never use the differential as a jacking point. Any comment? best Perry

[@harryd9782]

You can jack the vehicle up by the differential. For those of you that don’t know, or didn’t pay attention in the video, there is a flat area on the bottom of the differential (the “pumpkin” for those who don’t like proper terms). That flat area keeps you off the differential cover and there is no problem whatsoever jacking it up there if you hit that flat spot. The possible leak the manual talks about is not from the axles; it’s from you pushing on and distorting/crushing the differential cover; in other words, Ford states that in the manual because they don’t trust you to do it correctly and stay off the differential cover. I’ve jacked up three Rangers over the years a few dozen times and if you PAY ATTENTION it works without damage every time.

[@secondthought2320]

Both the factory manual and Chiltons state never jack using the differential. I'm confused.

[@herkyhawk2003]

Please do not use your jack on the differential. Trying to help is all.

[@williamwiden9507]

I think it would be great if you guys created a sub- channel just for the series of years of ranger trucks and organized them in a way where it’s easy to just find repairs on ranger only. Thanks for all you do!

[@1AAuto]

+William Widen Thank you for your feedback! We will see what we can do about organizing the channel better.

[@nedcramdon1306]

I tried jacking my Ranger from the front cross member and it crushed in. (too thin and probably weak from Ranger rust)). Also lifting from the the rear differential puts too much stress on the axle tubes.

[@dannychurcvh6558]

my manual also says never jack it up like that on the differential

[@kato1kalin]

Just a bit of info, my manual for a 99 Mazda b2500 rwd 4 cylinder says jack from the diff to change a tire. 🤷‍♂️

[@TheKingOfHalo]

That's because the floor jack saddle can catch on the lower part of the stock diff cover and bend it. I have an aftermarket Dorman diff cover and doesn't reach as low as the stock cover so the floor jack saddle can't bend it.

[@smokeychecker3850]

Never! trust your e brake or having you vehicle in park! Always put something behind the wheels even a brick,spare tire,ect.

[@jameswillock8667]

I have a Mazda B4000 (1997) and the manual specifically says do not place the jack under the differential. Perhaps my Mazda model is different?

[@joelgarcia5702]

How many tons is that jack?

[@MrRmeadows]

Is that a Harbor Freight Aluminum Rapid Pump jack? I am looking for a good jack. Not sure if I should get 2.5 or 3 ton. This is for my 2011 Ford Ranger.

[@knottreel]

Must be nice to have a level surface. I usually have to lay on gravel.

[@RussMeister70]

Amd that nice Shiney jack that doesn't roll or make me cringe wondering if it will hold. Lol these videos are realistic.

[@SoundOfYourDestiny]

No, you do not jack a car up with the differential. Come on.

[@rickmeyer9495]

Earlier trucks (pre-1998?) had twin I-beam front suspension which is completely different. Also, don't jack the rear diff housing.

[@jordankrutsch4037]

What if you're working on removing the torsion bar?

[@sirfrancisbacon4344]

Then just have your buddy lay down and bench the car up in the air while you 'do it real quick'

[@jockodog2009]

Where do I put the jack stands on the frame if I need to let the tension off of the leaf springs and suspension? That is, letting the entire rear axle hang down.

[@1AAuto]

We appreciate the feedback. Sometimes there are multiple ways to accomplish the same repair.

[@jockodog2009]

@@1AAuto So, where does one put jack stands in my situation?

[@1AAuto]

+Sean McGuirk You can jack it up on the pumpkin then put jack stands under the frame rails in front of the front leaf hangers. Then you can lower the jack to release the pressure onto the stands.

[@jdrdesign]

Can u jack ford ranger just in the front?

[@valerieo5899]

2010 Ford Ranger manual says "never use the differential as a jacking point" (pg. 208)

[@stokestack]

The fun part is removing the skid plate every time on the FX4s.

[@guillermocuevas1306]

Can you guys record from further away so I can't see what your doing even more ty.

[@jockodog2009]

Where do you lift the front on the '97 and earlier, twin-I beam suspension Rangers?

[@jimbrausky]

How about how to jack it up with the little hydraulic jack it comes with 🙃 is the real puzzle

[@alparker8661]

The first time I used the factory jack on my gen 1 Explorer the side of the jack blew out.

[@Jeremy_Hill_2020]

I have a 99 ranger that's automatic & my rear right tire (I have mustang wheels on my truck) doesn't keep pressure & does flat within days & I only wanna jack up the rear end of the truck to take off that tire, do I do the same thing as you did in the video? (I sadly don't have a jack & don't have jack stands & I wanna jack up the truck correctly & safely)

[@daniel.pendzich]

I lifted my front end like that and heard a loud snapping sound. Should I be concerned? I couldn't identify anything cracked or broken.

[@FT4Freedom]

The snap in probably the jack creaking

[@danoneill2846]

look for leaks in the diff never do that

[@nedcramdon1306]

@@danoneill2846 He said front end. Probably cross member.

[@Mrs.Garrison69]

All vehicle manuals says don’t jack up by differential this isn’t the first time I’ve seen this channel send out false information an rangers also u always choke the shells the same reason u always set and brake on a hill u never trust a brake to hold on its own with resistance against shop safety 101

[@kato1kalin]

That's odd because my 99 mazda b2500 is essentially a ranger and the manual says to jack from the diff. It's even got a slit that fits perfectly with the bottle jack that comes with the truck.

[@danieldunn3141]

They’re talking about with the safety jack that comes with the vehicle because it isn’t strong enough. A floor jack most certainly can lift a vehicle if it is powerful enough as most are. Ask any mechanic or go to any shop and see what they say.

[@danoneill2846]

@@danieldunn3141 Don't lift by the diff .. it can crack and or make them leak , only lazy fools do that . I don't own a mazda or a Ranger ... every car/truck I have had said NO . They do list all jack points .

[@titanniki412]

Great, but where do you place it if you only need to change one tire?

[@1AAuto]

+Gerard Calvey Thank you for checking us out. You may place it at a similar place as it should raise up both sides of the vehicle, even if you need to change one tire. 1aauto.com

[@kalenwillingham1849]

Do I need a 3 ton or 6 ton jack stand for my 4x4 ranger?

[@allrimmedout]

What about using the control arm hooks on the front of them as jack stand points? Aslong as your not replacing the lower control arms or shocks, the jack stands actually keep the arms up so your not actually having to have the truck sit so high if it's not needed.

[@TheKingOfHalo]

Chris Rehbein I use the factory jack points on the control arms too. I don’t know why people refuse to use them as they’re very safe, and that’s where ford intended the jack stands to be placed.

[@Nicholas_Triumph_Thruxton]

I use them as well.

[@MajorCaliber]

SO much BAD info in one video... UNsubscribed.