Mi14-01A Page 5 / 31
Rev: June 26, 2014
WARNING
Hydraulic jacks are intended for lifting only. Do not get under the bus for any reason unless it is
properly supported with safety jack stands.
1.3
AXLES HOISTING POINTS
AXLES HOISTING POINTS
2 front axle hoisting points (fig.12-15)
2 drive axle underframe hoisting points (fig.16-17)
2 hoisting points under the tag axle (tag axle must be unloaded) (fig.18)
To assure stability, always use the two hoisting points under a specific axle simultaneously
.
Two hoisting points are located under the tag axle. Using the tag axle as rear hoisting points for the
vehicle should be avoided. When possible, use the drive axle as hoisting point.
The vehicle can be lifted from the front axle and the drive axle underframe using lifting equipment of
appropriate capacity.
APPROXIMATE WEIGHT PER AXLE
vehicle supported at front axle and drive axle underframe
Front axle: 12,000 lb. (5 443 kg)
Drive axle: 26,500 lb. (12 020 kg)
WARNING
The suspension must be in the normal ride position before hoisting.
WARNING
To prevent damage to suspension components, always unload the tag axle before hoisting the bus.
WARNING
The hoisting points on the tag axle must be used for raising the tag axle only.
