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 replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Bmw X2 is important. Obviously, 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 show you the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Bmw X2, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Bmw X2?

So we start our content with the different types of jacks that exist. Obviously, although generally speaking most Bmw X2 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 Bmw X2 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally found on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has only one articulated arm that is positioned under the car 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 Bmw X2 : 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, however the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Bmw X2 : This kind of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually only provided with a premium model or bought in car centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much less difficult 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 Bmw X2?

We will now start the part that certainly done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Bmw X2? It might seem basic, but depending on the car make and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Bmw X2 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 Bmw X2 or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you might not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations might replace depending on the year and the finish of your Bmw X2:

  • The most common position for a jack is in the trunk of your Bmw X2. 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 Bmw X2 is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will locate it under your trunk, usually you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Bmw X2?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Bmw X2. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Bmw X2, the process remains similar. This process might seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Bmw X2, 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 car at the level of the underbody, you will usually locate a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Bmw X2, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If perhaps you have any additional questions about the Bmw X2, do not hesitate to consult our Bmw X2 category.