In this article, we are going to treat a topic that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Citroen C1 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 do this, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Citroen C1, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Citroen C1?

So we begin our content with the different types of jacks that exist. In truth, nevertheless in general most Citroen C1 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 C1 : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally located on entry-level models, or with few options. This sort of jack has only one articulated arm that is placed under the car 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 C1 : It uses precisely similar principle as the jack seen above, 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 Citroen C1 : This type 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 easier 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 Citroen C1?

We will now begin the part that certainly made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Citroen C1? It may seem simple, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Citroen C1 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 Citroen C1 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 car, these locations might change depending on the year and the finish of your Citroen C1:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Citroen C1. 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 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 part of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Citroen C1 is under your car. 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 have the ability to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Citroen C1?

Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Citroen C1. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Citroen C1, the process remains similar. This process may seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Citroen C1, 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, in any other case you risk damaging the transmission.
  • Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your car at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Citroen C1, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you wish more guides on the Citroen C1, go to our Citroen C1 category.