2006 Cadillac STS Owner's Manual - Page 392

Notice: Lifting your vehicle improperly can damage your vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by your warranty. To lift your vehicle properly, follow the advice in this part. To help prevent vehicle damage: Lifting From the Front The front lifting points can be accessed from either side of your vehicle, behind the front tires. • Be sure the jack you are using meets the weight standards for your vehicle and is in good working order. • Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle. • Make sure the jack you are using only contacts the jacking location lift points and is not leaning on any other vehicle components such as the rocker panels, the floor pan, or the stone guard moldings. • Lift only in the areas shown in the following pictures. 1. Locate the front lifting points using the diagram above. The front lifting location is about 15 inches (37 cm) from the rear edge of the front wheel well. 2. Be sure to place a block or pad between the jack and the vehicle. 3. Lift the vehicle with the jack, making sure the jack is centered on the front lifting point. 5-80