In this post, we are going to talk about 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 Ford C-max is necessary. In actual fact, 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 do this, we will first describe the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Ford C-max, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Ford C-max?

So we begin our article with the different types of jacks that exist. In actual fact, although generally speaking most Ford C-max 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 Ford C-max : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally determined on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has just one articulated arm that is positioned under the car to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Ford C-max : It uses exactly the same principle as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Ford C-max : This sort 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 utilise 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 Ford C-max?

We will now begin the part that definitely done you come to this content, where is the jack on a Ford C-max? It may seem very easy, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Ford C-max cars 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 Ford C-max 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 depending on the year and the finish of your Ford C-max:

  • The most common position for a jack is in the trunk of your Ford C-max. 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 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 Ford C-max 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 Ford C-max?

Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Ford C-max. If it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Ford C-max, the process remains the same. This process may seem complex, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Ford C-max, 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, 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 Ford C-max, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you want more tutorials on the Ford C-max, go to our Ford C-max category.