Where to Lift the Polaris Ranger Safely

Find the correct lift points for your Ranger and watch step-by-step examples.

Where should you lift the Ranger?

The Polaris Ranger is best lifted from the main chassis tubes just inboard of the rocker panels along the side of the body. NOTE: Avoid unsupported body panels, high angle components, tie rods and axles.

Common Lift Points on the Ranger

The Ranger features a robust steel chassis with clearly accessible lift points near each corner. The front lift points are located on the lower chassis tube behind the skid plate, just inboard of the rockers panel. The rear lift points are also on this same tube but closer to the rear tires. There are alternate lift points as well. Click a video below to learn more.

Ranger Lift Point Videos

Watch how to safely lift and support your Ranger on the trail.

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How to lift your Ranger

Follow these steps for a safe lift every time.

1
Choose where you want to lift

Locate the chassis rail nearest to the wheel you need to access. Look for solid steel structure and avoid plastic panels, the fuel tank, and CV axles.

2
Lift with control

Position your jack under the frame rail and lift slowly. On uneven terrain, use a flat board under the jack base for stability.

3
Repair and get back on the trail

Complete your repair - tire change, recovery, or trail fix - then lower carefully and confirm the system you worked on and all parts you touched are secure and in working order before packing up and driving again.

What you need to lift the Ranger

A compact trail jack with at least 14 inches of total lifting capacity and rated for 2,000 lbs. is needed for the Ranger. Pair it with a temporary jack stand (hard shell cooler, tool box, spare tire, large rock or log) for any work that requires time under the vehicle. NOTE: we do NOT recommend you ever place your whole body under a vehicle lifted on the trail without proper jack stands.
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Still have questions?

Ranger lift point FAQs

The primary lift points are on the main steel chassis tubes behind the skid plate, just inboard of the rocker panels. Please watch the video related to your jack for more info.
The Ranger has so little down travel it is safest to lift from the chassis. The high angle of suspension components (in relation to the ground) do not make them the primary lifting point. Please watch the video related to your jack for more info.
The Ranger weighs approximately 1,500- 2,500 lbs. depending on configuration. A jack rated for at least 2,000 lbs. is recommended incase you must lift from the low side of the vehicle in an off-camber situation.
For a quick tire swap on the trail, a jack alone can be sufficient. But if the vehicle will be in lifted for any length of time or a body part will be placed under the vehicle always use jack stands..
A compact jack purpose-built SXS or UTV trail jack that works on uneven ground is ideal. Look for one that you can store on your Ranger
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