The auto lift cables or car lift cables (Equalization Cables) are responsible for making sure the swing arms are level and the vehicle is lifted evenly (or equalized) when raising or lowering the lift. With use over time, cables stretch, neck, fray, break and corrode, which leads to uneven lifting of the vehicle. When any of these conditions occur, cables must be adjusted so that the locks are clicking at the same time, or replaced when these conditions are severe and/or there are broken