In this post, we are going to talk about a subject that can be of use to most of us. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Audi A1 is necessary. In actual fact, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first explain the different kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Audi A1, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Audi A1?
So we start our content with the different kind of jacks that exist. In actual fact, although generally most Audi A1 will be equipped with the same type of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:
- The single-arm screw jack for Audi A1 : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally found on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has just one articulated arm that is positioned under the motor vehicle to lift it. This type of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Audi A1 : It uses precisely similar basic principle as the jack seen earlier, 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 Audi A1 : This form of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually just supplied 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 difficult to utilise 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 Audi A1?
We will now commence the part that surely done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Audi A1? It may seem very easy, but based on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Take note that most Audi A1 vehicles are equipped 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 Audi A1 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 change based on the year and the finish of your Audi A1:
- The most general location for a jack is in the trunk of your Audi A1. 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 traditional location, your jack might be in your trunk, but on the side of the trunk, to reach it you just have to open the hatch in the right component of your trunk.
- Last possible location for the jack on your Audi A1 is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will locate it under your trunk, usually you will have to unscrew a nut to have the ability to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Audi A1?
Finally, we will fairly quickly explain how to use the jack on your Audi A1. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Audi A1, the procedure remains similar. This procedure may seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Audi A1, 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 vehicle, otherwise you risk damaging the transmission.
- Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will usually locate a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Audi A1, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
If you want more tutorials on the Audi A1, go to our Audi A1 category.