In this article, we are going to talk about a subject that can be of use to everyone. Whether it’s because you have a flat tire, or you want to change your brake pads, knowing where the jack is on a Infiniti QX80 is essential. In fact, without the jack, you won’t be able to lift your car and therefore change a wheel, or, access the elements behind it such as the brake pads for example. To achieve this, we will first explain the different types of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Infiniti QX80, and at last, how to use the jack on your car.
What are the different types of jacks for Infiniti QX80?
So we start our content page with the different types of jacks that exist. In fact, nevertheless generally speaking most Infiniti QX80 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 Infiniti QX80 : The first type of jack, the most classic 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 situated under the motor vehicle 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 Infiniti QX80 : It uses exactly the same basic principle as the jack seen earlier, 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 Infiniti QX80 : This form of jack is not standard equipment on cars, and is usually just 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 less difficult to employ 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 Infiniti QX80?
We will now begin the part that certainly done you come to this article, where is the jack on a Infiniti QX80? It might seem simple, but based on the motor vehicle make and model the location of the jack is not the same. Be aware that most Infiniti QX80 vehicles are furnished 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 Infiniti QX80 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 motor vehicle, these locations may possibly change based on the year and the finish of your Infiniti QX80:
- The most basic position for a jack is in the trunk of your Infiniti QX80. 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 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 part of your trunk.
- Last possible location for the jack on your Infiniti QX80 is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will locate it under your trunk, in most cases you will have to unscrew a nut to be able to release it and the spare tire.
How to use the jack on a Infiniti QX80?
Finally, we will quickly explain how to use the jack on your Infiniti QX80. Whether it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Infiniti QX80, the procedure remains the same. This procedure might seem difficult, but you just need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:
- Before lifting your Infiniti QX80, 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.
- Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will in most cases locate a notch to position it in the right place.
- Raise your Infiniti QX80, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.
In the event that you have any further questions about the Infiniti QX80, do not hesitate to consult our Infiniti QX80 category.
