How to Lift a 2.5 Ton Truck

by Paul Vaughn

Overview

Heavy trucks can be lifted using steps similar to those that are used for cars. The size of the lifting equipment is much larger and the safety precautions more important, however, as the risk of serious injury is greater with a heavy truck than with a car.

Step 1

Set the air brake system to the locked position.
Step 2

Place the air jack under the front center of the suspension system. The frame rail is a good place to jack from.
Step 3

Turn the air jack knob to the closed position by turning counterclockwise.
Step 4

Hook up the shop air line to the quick connect on the air jack.
Step 5

Place wheel chocks behind each rear wheel.
Step 6

Pull the trigger on the air jack and lift to the desired height. The same procedure can be used to jack up the rear of the truck as well.

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5-ton air jack Heavy truck wheel chocks 120psi shop air 3/8-inch air line with quick connect
5-ton air jack
Heavy truck wheel chocks
120psi shop air
3/8-inch air line with quick connect
Locate the best position to place the jack so that the vehicle lifts evenly. You may need to check the service manual to find the right location.
Locate the best position to place the jack so that the vehicle lifts evenly. You may need to check the service manual to find the right location.
Follow the steps of this procedure to the letter. If the steps are not followed, serious injury may result. Do not jack up the truck with the air brakes unlocked. This can cause injury and damage to your truck.
Follow the steps of this procedure to the letter. If the steps are not followed, serious injury may result. Do not jack up the truck with the air brakes unlocked. This can cause injury and damage to your truck.