In this article, we are going to address a subject that can be of use to all of us. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Acura TLX is essential. In actual fact, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore replace a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To get this done, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Acura TLX, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Acura TLX?

So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. In actual fact, although generally speaking most Acura TLX will be equipped with the same kind of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:

  • The single-arm screw jack for Acura TLX : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally located on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has only one articulated arm that is positioned under the motor vehicle to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Acura TLX : It uses precisely similar principle as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Acura TLX : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually only provided with a premium model or bought in motor vehicle centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much less complicated to use and able to lift a larger load. It would cost between 20 and 50 euros to buy them, here is a simple and efficient model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Acura TLX?

We will now commence the part that definitely done you come to this post, where is the jack on a Acura TLX? It may seem simple, but depending on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Take note that most Acura TLX vehicles are furnished with a jack, if they are not you will have to find a puncture-proof spray or a compressor instead. Whether you have just bought your Acura TLX or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you might not have this info. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your motor vehicle, these locations might replace depending on the year and the finish of your Acura TLX:

  • The most common position for a jack is in the trunk of your Acura TLX. To reach it, just lift the carpet in the trunk and you should find it and the spare tire.
  • In the rear wheel arch: Similar but less common position, your jack may be in your trunk, but on the side of the trunk, to reach it you just have to open the hatch in the right part of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Acura TLX is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will discover it under your trunk, generally you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Acura TLX?

Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Acura TLX. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Acura TLX, the process remains similar. This process may seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Acura TLX, remember to engage the handbrake as well as a gear to lock your wheels.
  • Unscrew the wheel nuts of the wheels you want to work on before lifting the car, in any other case you risk damaging the transmission.
  • Begin to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will generally discover a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Acura TLX, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you want more guides on the Acura TLX, go to our Acura TLX category.