In this post, we are going to talk about a subject that can be of use to all of us. If it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a GMC Yukon is necessary. In truth, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and consequently change a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To get this done, we will first explain the different sort of jacks, then, where the jack is on an GMC Yukon, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for GMC Yukon?

So we begin our content page with the different sort of jacks that exist. In truth, nevertheless in general most GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally determined on entry-level models, or with few options. This sort of jack has only one articulated arm that is positioned under the motor vehicle 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 GMC Yukon : It uses precisely the same principle 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 GMC Yukon : This sort of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually only provided with a premium model or bought in motor vehicle centres. These jacks are heavier, generally less bulky and have the advantage of being much easier 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 GMC Yukon?

We will now start the part that surely done you come to this content, where is the jack on a GMC Yukon? It may seem simple, but based on the motor vehicle make and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most GMC Yukon vehicles 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 GMC Yukon 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 motor vehicle, these locations might change based on the year and the finish of your GMC Yukon:

  • The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your GMC Yukon. 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 GMC Yukon is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will find 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 GMC Yukon?

Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your GMC Yukon. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your GMC Yukon, the procedure remains the same. This procedure may seem difficult, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your GMC Yukon, 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 motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will usually find a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your GMC Yukon, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

If you need more guides on the GMC Yukon, go to our GMC Yukon category.