Blocking wheels

Blocking wheels
Blocking wheels

Place suitable blocks 1 at both the front and back of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire 2 to prevent the vehicle from moving when it is jacked up.

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle

Be sure to block the wheel as the vehicle may move and result in personal injury.

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