In this article, 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 replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Dacia Logan is important. Indeed, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently replace a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To achieve this, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Dacia Logan, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Dacia Logan?

So we begin our article with the different types of jacks that exist. Indeed, although in general most Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally identified on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has just one articulated arm that is placed under the car 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 Dacia Logan : It uses exactly the same process as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, however the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Dacia Logan : This type of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually just supplied with a premium model or bought in car centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much simpler 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 Dacia Logan?

We will now start the part that definitely done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Dacia Logan? It may seem basic, but based on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan or have been loaned one, or are renting it, you may not have this information. We are going to give you the different locations of the jack on your car, these locations may replace based on the year and the finish of your Dacia Logan:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Dacia Logan. 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 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 Dacia Logan 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 Dacia Logan?

Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Dacia Logan. If it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Dacia Logan, the procedure remains the same. This procedure may seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Dacia Logan, 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 usually locate a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Dacia Logan, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

Whenever you have any further questions about the Dacia Logan, do not hesitate to consult our Dacia Logan category.