In this post, we are going to treat a theme that can be of use to everyone. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Genesis G80 is necessary. In actual fact, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the components behind it such as the brake pads for example. To get this done, we will first show you the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Genesis G80, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Genesis G80?

So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. In actual fact, nevertheless generally most Genesis G80 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 Genesis G80 : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally located on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has only 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 Genesis G80 : It uses exactly similar process as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will allow screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, however the use of a double arm will allow to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Genesis G80 : This type of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually only 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 complicated 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 Genesis G80?

We will now commence the part that definitely made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Genesis G80? It may seem simple, but based on the car make and model the location of the jack is not similar. Be aware that most Genesis G80 cars are supplied 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 Genesis G80 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 change based on the year and the finish of your Genesis G80:

  • The most general position for a jack is in the trunk of your Genesis G80. 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 Genesis G80 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 Genesis G80?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Genesis G80. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Genesis G80, 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 Genesis G80, 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, 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 locate a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Genesis G80, 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 Genesis G80, take a look at the Genesis G80 category.