Fig. 2.31. The jack supplied with the Fiesta must only be installed in a specific location on the vehicle body
Ford equips the Fiesta with a standard screw jack (Fig. 2.31). For most jobs, the lifting height of the standard jack is completely sufficient. By using a strong pad between the jack supports and the surface on which it is located, you can slightly increase the lifting height of the jack. You should always put a thin board underneath, in this case the jack stands stronger, its support distributes the pressure on the ground. However, it is necessary to take into account that the lift, as is evident from its name, is used exclusively for lifting, it in no way replaces a strong support.
Using supports when repairing a car
Fig. 2.32. Using the support stand (2) to securely hold the vehicle in a raised position, the retractable stand (1), which is raised to the required height and fixed in the nearest hole using the locking bolt (3)
Always, even in a hurry, install strong supports under the Fiesta (Fig. 2.32). Otherwise, repairing the car may result in injury or even cost life. Two support stands are sufficient for most repairs. When buying, choose practical support stands with three legs and folding supports. Pay attention to the sign confirming that the support stands have passed state inspection and the load capacity.
Finally, press down firmly on the vehicle to ensure that the jack head is properly positioned under the vehicle.
There are marked places in front of the car A (Fig. 2.33) are designed to install the jack. A hardwood board placed between the jack head (except for jacks included with the vehicle) and the bottom of the vehicle distributes the load better and prevents possible damage to the bottom of the vehicle.
Fig. 2.33. Places for installing jacks: A — places for installing jacks; B — places for installing supports to support the raised vehicle; C — place for installing jacks included with the car or lifts at a service station
You can support the raised Fiesta by installing support stands in the following places:IN (See Fig. 2.33) Make sure that the support leg is directed towards the outer edge of the body.
If it is necessary to lift the Fiesta using the jack supplied with the vehicle or a stationary lift, use the spaces on the side reinforcements WITH (see Fig. 2.33).
SEQUENCE OF WORKS
1. Place the vehicle on a solid, level surface and remove all foreign objects from the interior and trunk before starting work.
2. Apply the parking brake and place wedges under the wheels of the car (if there are none, use suitable objects: a block, brick, etc.). You cannot rely only on the parking brake, since it must be released for some work.
Fig. 2.34. Installing the jack included with the vehicle to lift a three-/five-door vehicle when changing a wheel
3. The jack is located together with the wheel brace and the towing eye under the right-hand side trim in the trunk. To make the jack operational, first use the handle to unscrew it until it touches the ground, then adjust it so that it stands vertically under the lifting point (Fig. 2.34). The jack is installed only in those places on the underbody that are marked in Fig. 2.33. The lift with a wooden block for weight distribution is installed only under the door reinforcement or in another place intended for lifting (e.g. a crossmember).
4. Raise the jack to the required working height and place a support stand (support trestles) under the body in the appropriate place. Also use an intermediate pad to distribute the weight (e.g. hard rubber, wooden block).
5. Before installing the support stands, check that there are no kinks in the wiring harness, cables or brake lines in this area.
6. The safest installation of three-legged stands is with one leg pointing outward and the other two underneath the vehicle. Be sure to ensure that the stands are positioned correctly, especially when using multiple stands, as one of the stands may shift to the side when the vehicle is raised.