In this article, we are going to address a theme 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 Transit is necessary. In 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 Transit, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Ford Transit?

So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. In fact, although generally most Ford Transit will be equipped with the same sort of jack, there are still different styles with different uses, here they are:

  • The single-arm screw jack for Ford Transit : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally discovered on entry-level models, or with few options. This sort of jack has only one articulated arm that is placed under the car to lift it. This sort of jack is light, easy to use, but does not allow you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Ford Transit : It uses precisely the same process as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, on the other hand 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 Transit : This kind 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 Transit?

We will now commence the part that certainly made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Ford Transit? It may seem simple, but depending on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Ford Transit cars are furnished 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 Transit 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 replace depending on the year and the finish of your Ford Transit:

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

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

  • Before lifting your Ford Transit, 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.
  • 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 Transit, 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 Transit, go to our Ford Transit category.