In this post, we are going to treat a subject that can be of use to most of us. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Hyundai Genesis is important. Indeed, 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 achieve this, we will first describe the different kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Hyundai Genesis, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Hyundai Genesis?
So we start our article with the different kind of jacks that exist. Indeed, although in general most Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis : The first type of jack, the most traditional and cheapest of all, is generally located on entry-level models, or with few options. This type of jack has just one articulated arm that is positioned 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 Hyundai Genesis : It uses precisely similar basic principle as the jack seen above, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, on the other hand the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
- The hydraulic jack for Hyundai Genesis : This form of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, and is usually just 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 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 Hyundai Genesis?
We will now start the part that definitely made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Hyundai Genesis? It might seem basic, but based on the car produce and model the location of the jack is not similar. Take note that most Hyundai Genesis vehicles 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 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis:
- The most basic location for a jack is in the trunk of your Hyundai Genesis. 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 location, 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 Hyundai Genesis is under your car. If you still have the spare tire you will find it under your trunk, generally you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Hyundai Genesis?
Finally, we will fairly quickly describe how to use the jack on your Hyundai Genesis. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Hyundai Genesis, the process remains similar. This process might seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Hyundai Genesis, 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 generally find a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Hyundai Genesis, 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 Hyundai Genesis, take a look at the Hyundai Genesis category.
