In this article, we are going to talk about a theme that can be of use to all 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 Fiat Bravo is essential. Indeed, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore change a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To achieve this, we will first describe the different sort of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Fiat Bravo, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Fiat Bravo?

So we begin our content with the different sort of jacks that exist. Indeed, nevertheless in general most Fiat Bravo 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 Fiat Bravo : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally discovered on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has just one articulated arm that is situated 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 Fiat Bravo : It uses exactly 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, 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 Fiat Bravo : This form 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 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 Fiat Bravo?

We will now start the part that surely made you come to this content, where is the jack on a Fiat Bravo? It might seem basic, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Fiat Bravo cars are set up 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 Fiat Bravo 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 Fiat Bravo:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Fiat Bravo. 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 Fiat Bravo is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will discover it under your trunk, generally you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Fiat Bravo?

Finally, we will quickly describe how to use the jack on your Fiat Bravo. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Fiat Bravo, the procedure remains the same. This procedure might seem complex, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Fiat Bravo, 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.
  • Begin to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your car at the level of the underbody, you will generally discover a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Fiat Bravo, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you need more tutorials on the Fiat Bravo, go to our Fiat Bravo category.