Every shop must have a transmission jack to install, remove, or move a transmission, transaxles or transfer case.  They are a great tool but proper usage will ensure safety and peak performance.  Always prioritize safety and be aware that these tips do not encompass all potential scenarios.

• Before operation, diligently review and adhere to all safety and usage guidelines provided by the jack’s manufacturer.
• Operate jacks exclusively on a firm, flat surface to ensure stability.
• Abide by the weight limit specified for your transmission jack to avoid surpassing its capacity.
• Always align the load evenly on the jack’s platform to prevent any damage to the jack’s internal mechanisms and to avoid malfunction.
• Gently and gradually lower the jack, maintaining constant vigilance over the load’s alignment.
• Reserve the use of most transmission jacks for the exclusive purposes of removing, fitting, and moving transmissions, transfer cases, and transaxles.
• Refrain from using a transmission jack for vehicle lifting or stabilization; it is not a substitute for high-reach jack stands and is meant solely for specific vehicle parts.
• When navigating a transmission on a jack within the workshop, proceed with caution, especially when turning, to prevent the load from becoming unstable. Maintain a safe distance from any hoisted loads.
• Sustain your jack with the appropriate lubricant, like anti-wear hydraulic jack oil with a viscosity of 215 SUS at 100° F, as advised by the manufacturer, to avoid damaging the jack.
• Avoid alterations to the jack or the use of unapproved adapters that are not provided by the jack’s manufacturer.
• Ensure that no part of your body is positioned within the path or underneath the jack when it is in use.