Ford equips the Focus with a pincer-type jack as standard, which is installed in the places prepared for this purpose under the door channels. Correct «lifting points» pressed into the channels in front and behind. If you ride models with side mudguards, you must first remove the mudguard cover, to do this, simply press the cover up outward at the bottom edge and remove. For most» small work of the lifting height of the onboard jack is quite enough. With a secure pad between the base of the jack and the supporting surface, you can slightly increase the lift height if needed. You should always put a small board. In this case, the jack will be more stable, its support will not be pressed into the ground. But be careful: the jack is designed only for lifting the car, it is in no way a substitute for a stable and immovable work platform.
It is installed only under the door channel: board jack.
Sturdy tripods
Even if you are in a hurry while working under a car, never support the Focus only with a jack: in the worst case, you will pay for your courage with your life. Absolutely reliable substitute tripods, which are sold in different sizes and models. Two tripods are sufficient for most repairs. When buying, you must decide in favor of practical designs with three reclining legs. In doing so, pay attention to the GS test mark and the load capacity suitable for your Focus.
If the tripod stand 2 is correctly placed under the vehicle, the retractable column 1 will be pulled out to the correct height and secured in the nearest hole with the safety pin 3. Then lower the vehicle carefully so that the receiving surface is positioned correctly on the vehicle.
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