Using Transmission Jack
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Lifting a transmission, gearbox, or differential using a transmission jack can be dangerous. This
transmission jack is designed and intended for use by properly trained and experienced personnel only.
If you are not familiar with the proper and safe operation of a transmission jack, do not use until proper
training and knowledge have been obtained.
Follow all instructions and precautions below.
1.) With lifting arm completely lowered, roll jack into position beneath the transmission of the vehicle.
2.) Twist jack handle completely clockwise to close release valve. Place handle in handle sleeve and slowly
pump handle until transmission table just begins to contact support area on underside of transmission
3.) Adjust the table travel screw and the slant angle screw to align table with the angle of the transmission.
4.) Inspect position of transmission table making sure it is centered and properly engaging the transmission.
5.) Adjust the jaws and chains to secure the transmission to the transmission table.
6.) Pump handle again until transmission table is firm against the transmission – recheck securing chains
and table jaws are firm and secure
7.) Undo transmission from vehicle
8.) Return jack handle to release valve and very slowly turn counter clockwise. Slowly and smoothly lower
transmission excessive speed or jerky motion can cause the transmission to slip leading to property
damage or personal injury.
Working on Vehicle
Any transmission being supported by a jack creates a potentially hazardous working environment.
Never place any part of your body beneath a transmission supported by a jack. Be careful of forces applied
to transmission such as torque on a nut or bolt these forces could cause transmission to become unstable on
transmission table.
