In this post, we are going to talk about 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 Jaguar F-Type is necessary. In truth, without the jack, you won’t have the ability to lift your car and therefore 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 kind of jacks, then, where the jack is on an Jaguar F-Type, and finally, how to use the jack on your car.

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What are the different types of jacks for Jaguar F-Type?

So we start our article with the different kind of jacks that exist. In truth, although generally most Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type : The first type of jack, the most classic and cheapest of all, is generally discovered on entry-level models, or with few options. This kind of jack has only one articulated arm that is positioned under the motor vehicle to lift it. This kind of jack is light, easy to use, but does not enable you to lift large loads.
  • The double-arm screw jack for Jaguar F-Type : It uses exactly the same principle as the jack seen earlier, that is, a worm screw that will enable screwing to raise the jack, and unscrewing to lower it, nevertheless the use of a double arm will enable to have a more stable jack that can lift a higher payload.
  • The hydraulic jack for Jaguar F-Type : This type of jack is not standard equipment on vehicles, 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 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 efficient model from Oscaro.

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Where is the jack on Jaguar F-Type?

We will now begin the part that definitely made you come to this post, where is the jack on a Jaguar F-Type? It might seem simple, but based on the motor vehicle produce and model the location of the jack is not the same. Take note that most Jaguar F-Type 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 Jaguar F-Type 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 motor vehicle, these locations may change based on the year and the finish of your Jaguar F-Type:

  • The most general location for a jack is in the trunk of your Jaguar F-Type. 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 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 Jaguar F-Type is under your motor vehicle. If you still have the spare tire you will locate it under your trunk, usually you will have to unscrew a nut to have the ability to release it and the spare tire.

How to use the jack on a Jaguar F-Type?

Finally, we will fairly quickly show you how to use the jack on your Jaguar F-Type. If it is to change your wheel or to change the brake pads of your Jaguar F-Type, the process remains the same. This process might seem complex, but you only need to follow a few recommendations to use your jack safely:

  • Before lifting your Jaguar F-Type, 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.
  • Start to lift your jack (about 20 centimeters) and position it under your motor vehicle at the level of the underbody, you will usually locate a notch to position it in the right place.
  • Raise your Jaguar F-Type, don’t bother doing it much, if your tire comes off three inches off the ground that’s enough.

To discover more tips on the Jaguar F-Type, take a look at the Jaguar F-Type category.