In this article, we are going to treat a theme that can be of use to all of us. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Citroen Berlingo 2 is fundamental. In truth, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first describe the different sort of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Citroen Berlingo 2, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Citroen Berlingo 2?
So we begin our content page with the different sort of jacks that exist. In truth, although generally most Citroen Berlingo 2 will be equipped with the same sort of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:
- The single-arm screw jack for Citroen Berlingo 2 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally determined on entry-level models, or with few options. This sort of jack has only one articulated arm that is placed under the motor vehicle to lift it. This sort of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
- The double-arm screw jack for Citroen Berlingo 2 : It uses precisely the same 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, nevertheless the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Citroen Berlingo 2 : This form of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, 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 difficult to employ 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 Citroen Berlingo 2?
We will now start the part that absolutely done you come to this post, where is the jack on a Citroen Berlingo 2? It might seem very easy, but depending on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Citroen Berlingo 2 vehicles 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 Citroen Berlingo 2 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 depending on the year and the finish of your Citroen Berlingo 2:
- The most basic location for a jack is in the trunk of your Citroen Berlingo 2. 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 Citroen Berlingo 2 is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, in most cases you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Citroen Berlingo 2?
Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Citroen Berlingo 2. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Citroen Berlingo 2, the process remains the same. This process might seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Citroen Berlingo 2, 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.
- Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases find a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Citroen Berlingo 2, 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 Citroen Berlingo 2, do not hesitate to consult our Citroen Berlingo 2 category.
