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Originally Posted by dcarrb
I'm sure you know this, but for the benefit of others: NEVER get underneath ANY car that is supported only by the OEM jack, no matter what type.
I've used my SVX jack several times without incident... WITH chocks and jack stands. Judging from its looks, it had never been out of the car before.
dcb
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No offense to the folks that have had a problem with the SVX jack, but the above is a "golden" rule, not just for an OEM jack, but for ANY jack. If you don't have a set of jack stands, they are very inexpensive, and you should buy them.
Also, I have NEVER seen an OEM jack for any car I would trust. But if they are used properly (read what the manual says about their use), one should not have a problem. The absolute key is to chock the wheels (so the car will not move on the jack!) and be sure you are on level ground and the jack is vertical. Jacks are dangerous period - almost two tons hanging in the air(?).
Harry