Many thanks Joe90...

Next time I jack, I will make note of those locations....!!  

The MY12 handbook states in the section on "Wheel changing" the following:-

Never place anything between the jack and the ground, or the jack and the vehicle.

Ensure the air suspension is set to 'On road' or 'Normal height'.

Whether these rules are followed or disregarded is anyones choice, but using an alternative method a "man on the internet" recommended could be a problem if a warranty claim results.

Oldcro - Interesting to see how the handbooks diifer - The information I posted in red is cut and paste from MY10 RRS handbook and states off road setting to be used prior to jacking

I thought air suspension accross the range was similar but maybe not  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

oldcro wrote:

The MY12 handbook states

I don't have a MY12 neither does Saint.V8

Seriously, if you were on grass, you would need a platform for the jack to stop it sinking in. So this immediately contradicts the handbook. Similarly, if using a trolley jack with metal cup, you might want to protect the underside of your RR with a small bit of ply or carpet tile.

My trolley jack, whilst a 3/5 tonner, doesn't have the greatest reach (@15") so I need to give it a hand by lifting it from the ground with a couple of stout planks to reduce the lift distance.

Regarding height setting - I really don't think it makes the slightest difference, it is going to hang down no matter what setting it is on, going to Off Road allows for packing out.

Having just recalibrated my suspension the car is sitting much higher all round, so I probably won't now need to go to Off Road any more

These are just tips from other owners, no-one has to follow them, it just helps others to understand their car a bit better. Seems everyone has their own view.

Use common sense, the right equipment, jack the body, and always put safety first, if you have a warranty - use it. .
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Joe90 wrote:

Regarding height setting - I really don't think it makes the slightest difference, it is going to hang down no matter what setting it is on, going to Off Road allows for packing out.

Joe90 wrote:

Alternatively I would love to have a four post hydraulic lift, but then I would need a double height garage

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oldcro wrote:

The MY12 handbook states