In this post, we are going to talk about a topic that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to replace your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Ford Ecosport is necessary. In truth, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore replace a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To do this, we will first explain the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Ford Ecosport, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Ford Ecosport?

So we begin our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. In truth, although generally speaking most Ford Ecosport 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 Ford Ecosport : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally determined 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 Ford Ecosport : It uses precisely similar 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 Ford Ecosport : This sort 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 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 efficient model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Ford Ecosport?

We will now commence the part that absolutely done you come to this content, where is the jack on a Ford Ecosport? It may seem basic, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Ford Ecosport cars 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 Ford Ecosport 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 replace depending on the year and the finish of your Ford Ecosport:

  • The most basic location for a jack is in the trunk of your Ford Ecosport. 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 location, 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 Ford Ecosport is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will discover 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 Ford Ecosport?

Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your Ford Ecosport. Whether it is to replace your wheel or to replace the brake pads of your Ford Ecosport, the process remains similar. This process may seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

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

To find more tips on the Ford Ecosport, take a look at the Ford Ecosport category.