In this post, we are going to treat a topic that can be of use to everyone. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a BENTLEY CONTINENTAL is important. In truth, 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 achieve this, we will first show you the different kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for BENTLEY CONTINENTAL ?

So we start our content with the different kind of jacks that exist. In truth, nevertheless generally speaking most BENTLEY CONTINENTAL 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 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL : 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 just one articulated arm that is situated under the motor vehicle to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for BENTLEY CONTINENTAL : It uses exactly similar basic principle as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, on the other hand the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for BENTLEY CONTINENTAL : This kind of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually just 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 effective model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on BENTLEY CONTINENTAL ?

We will now start the part that certainly done you come to this content, where is the jack on a BENTLEY CONTINENTAL ? 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 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL cars are equipped with a jack, if they are not you will have to find a puncture-proof spray or a compressor instead. If you have just bought your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may possibly not have this info. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your motor vehicle, these locations may possibly change depending on the year and the finish of your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL :

  • The most general position for a jack is in the trunk of your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL . 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 component of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will discover 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 BENTLEY CONTINENTAL ?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL . If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , the process remains similar. This process may seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , 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.
  • Begin to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will usually discover a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you have any further questions about the BENTLEY CONTINENTAL , do not hesitate to consult our BENTLEY CONTINENTAL category.