Tech Tip: Check your lift monthly to ensure proper operation

Your vehicle lift owner’s manual should lay out the specific maintenance requirements for your lift, but for an overview, here’s the minimum you should do monthly for most two-post and four-post lifts.

• Check all posts to make sure they are square and plumb.  
• Visually inspect all moving parts and all cables for signs of excessive wear.
• Check all arm adjusting locks to make sure they’re operating properly.
• Check all cable connections, bolts, and pins to ensure proper mounting and torque.
• Visually inspect safety locks for proper operation.
• Lubricate posts with grease if required.
• Lubricate locking latch shafts. Push the latch handle/release arm several times for oil to penetrate the pivot points.
• Inspect all anchor bolts and tighten if necessary.
• Inspect all pivot arm pins to ensure they are properly secure.
• Check cable tension and adjust if necessary.
• If the lift is equipped with an overhead micro-switch, make sure it is operating correctly.
• Check the equalizer cable tension and adjust per the owner’s manual if needed.
• Replace any missing or damaged caution, warning, or safety-related decals. You can order new ones from your lift manufacturer.

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