In this post, we are going to talk about a theme 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 Citroen Xsara is essential. Obviously, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To get this done, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Citroen Xsara, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Citroen Xsara?

So we begin our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. Obviously, although in general most Citroen Xsara 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 Citroen Xsara : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally discovered on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has only one articulated arm that is placed under the car to lift it. This type of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Citroen Xsara : It uses precisely the same principle as the jack seen above, 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 Xsara : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only supplied with a premium model or bought in car centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much less complicated 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 effective model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Citroen Xsara?

We will now begin the part that certainly done you come to this content, where is the jack on a Citroen Xsara? It may seem basic, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Citroen Xsara vehicles are supplied 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 Xsara or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may possibly not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations may possibly change depending on the year and the finish of your Citroen Xsara:

  • The most common position for a jack is in the trunk of your Citroen Xsara. 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 component of your trunk.
  • Last possible location for the jack on your Citroen Xsara is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will locate 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 Xsara?

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

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

Whenever you have any additional questions about the Citroen Xsara, do not hesitate to consult our Citroen Xsara category.